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News Release: Exercise has benefits all year, even during winter. But before you brave the cold, make sure you take a few extra steps to stay safe. It’s important to remember that children, those with illnesses, and older adults are at higher risk of cold-weather health problems including hypothermia, a dangerous drop in body temperature. No matter what cold-weather outdoor activities you do, follow these tips to stay safe...


There were 24 press releases published by the House Committee on Homeland Security in February.


DHS Expands Abraham Accords to Cybersecurity

News Release: TEL AVIV - This week, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Under Secretary for Policy Robert Silvers visited Israel to deliver a keynote address at the CyberTech Global Conference and to meet with representatives from Israel and key Middle Eastern nations, in collaboration with the Department of State.


13 notices published in week ending Jan. 28 by Homeland Security Department

There were 13 notices published by the Homeland Security Department in week ending Jan. 28, according to the Federal Register.


Mobile and Morgan Counties Eligible for FEMA Assistance

News Release: PRATTVILLE Ala. - Mobile and Morgan counties are now eligible for FEMA assistance after the Jan. 12 severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes in Alabama.


7,644 Florida Households Approved for Flood Insurance Policies as Part of Disaster Assistance

News Release: LAKE MARY, Fla. - FEMA has approved 7,644 households with group flood insurance policies for three years as part of federal disaster assistance after Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Nicole.


Safety Zone; Pipeline Installation; Anclote River, Tampa Bay, Tarpon Springs, FL discussed on Feb. 3 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page rule on Feb. 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Renters and Students with Tornado Damage Can Apply for FEMA Assistance

News Release: ATLANTA - FEMA’s Individual Assistance program is available to students, renters and homeowners in Butts, Henry, Jasper, Meriwether, Newton, Spalding and Troup counties whose homes and property were damaged by the Jan.12 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes.


Statement of Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas on the Family Reunification Task Force and the Successful Reunification of More Than 600 Children With Their Families

News Release: WASHINGTON - Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement regarding the Family Reunification Task Force’s ongoing progress


Homeland Security Department discusses Removal of Regulated Navigation Areas Within District 5 on Feb. 3

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on Feb. 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


There were 58 notices published by the Homeland Security Department in December, according to the Federal Register.


News Release: WASHINGTON - Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement regarding the Family Reunification Task Force’s ongoing progress...


News Release: ATLANTA - Disaster survivors in Butts, Henry, Jasper, Meriwether, Newton, Spalding and Troup counties who applied for assistance from FEMA will receive a letter from FEMA in the mail or via email.


FACT SHEET: A Review by the Family Reunification Task Force on the Second Anniversary of Its Establishment

News Release: On Feb. 2, 2021, President Biden established the Interagency Task Force on the Reunification of Families. Two years later, under the leadership of Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas, the Task Force continues its tireless work to identify the remaining separated children, facilitate...


Alameda, Contra Costa, Mendocino, Ventura Counties Can Now Request FEMA Assistance

News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Alameda, Contra Costa, Mendocino and Ventura counties have been added to the major disaster declaration for California’s severe storms and flooding, meaning residents who had damage or losses from the storms that began Dec. 27, 2022, may now apply for FEMA disaster assistance.


News Release: WASHINGTON -- Today, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell announced the agency’s progress on its 2022-2026 Strategic Plan and posture for the year ahead.


News Release: PRATTVILLE, Ala.- Autauga, Barbour, Chambers, Conecuh, Coosa, Dallas, Elmore, Hale and Tallapoosa counties are eligible for FEMA Public Assistance for debris removal, emergency protective measures and permanent work due to the Jan. 12 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes.


TSA officers stop loaded handgun at Lynchburg Regional Airport

Release: LYNCHBURG, Va. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Lynchburg Regional Airport prevented an Arkansas man from bringing his loaded handgun onto his flight yesterday (Feb. 2). The.38 caliber gun was loaded with 15 bullets.


DHS Expands Abraham Accords to Cybersecurity

News Release: TEL AVIV - This week, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Under Secretary for Policy Robert Silvers visited Israel to deliver a keynote address at the CyberTech Global Conference and to meet with representatives from Israel and key Middle Eastern nations, in collaboration with the Department of State.


News Release: Hundreds of dams and levees across the country that were built in the past century and a half are starting to show their age, with resulting wear and tear. Ensuring the resilience and reliability of these structures into the next century and beyond requires sustainable modernization of the critical infrastructure...