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Homeland Security Department discusses Safety Zone; Monongahela River Mile Marker 22-22.86, Elizabeth, PA on Oct. 27

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page rule on Oct. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


News Release: WASHINGTON -- More than $1.5 billion in federal grants, disaster loans and flood insurance payments has been provided to the state of Florida and households to help survivors jumpstart their recovery after Hurricane Ian.


News Release: CISA Developed Cross-Sector Recommendations to Help Organizations Prioritize Cybersecurity Investments Oct. 27, 2022  WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security released the Cybersecurity Performance Goals (CPGs), voluntary practices that outline the highest-priority baseline measures ...


News Release: (WASHINGTON) - Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security, and Rep. Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY), Chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, & Innovation released the following statement on the Biden Administration’s new cybersecurity performance goals and metrics designed to strengthen cybersecurity defenses for critical infrastructure and many other private sector entities across the country.


The US Homeland Security Department published a one page notice on Oct. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


News Release: The Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) have joined forces to implement a new internet standard, called Decentralized Identifiers (DiD). Let’s explain what this means and why it matters.


Homeland Security Department discusses Collection of Information Under Review by Office of Management and Budget on Oct. 27

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Oct. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Homeland Security Department discusses Country of Origin Marking Requirements for Containers or Holders on Oct. 26

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Oct. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


TSA currently hiring security screening officers to work at Billings Logan International Airport

Release: BILLINGS, Montana - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hiring Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) to work at Billings Logan International Airport (BIL). There are currently immediate openings for full- and part-time positions and the annual salary ranges from $38,000 to $53,000 for full-time employees.


Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Manatee County

News Release: TALLAHASSEE - The State of Florida and FEMA have opened an additional Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Manatee County.


News Release: WASHINGTON - Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the criminal investigative agency within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), conducted a large-scale enforcement action in Guatemala that led to the execution of 20 arrest warrants and 54 search warrants in Guatemala City, Oct. 24-25. Huehuetenango, ...


Chairs Thompson and Clarke Call on Republican Leadership to Wholly Reject Threats to Election Officials and Voter Intimidation

News Release: (WASHINGTON) - Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security, and Rep. Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY), Chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, & Innovation released the below statement following reports of ongoing threats to election officials and voter intimidation ahead of the 2022 midterm elections.


Homeland Security Department discusses Application-Permit-Special License Unlading-Lading-Overtime Services on Oct. 26

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Oct. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Homeland Security Department discusses Special Local Regulations; Marine Events Within the Seventh Coast Guard District on Oct. 26

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page rule on Oct. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


TSA highlights security technologies, renovated checkpoint at Billings Logan International Airport

Release: BILLINGS, Montana - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) began screening travelers earlier today in a relocated security checkpoint at Billings Logan International Airport (BIL). The new checkpoint, located on the second floor of the terminal, is part of a five-phase, multi-year terminal expansion project underway at BIL.


Customs and Border Protection Recordkeeping Requirements discussed on Oct. 26 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Oct. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Delivery Ticket discussed on Oct. 26 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page notice on Oct. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


FEMA Extends Hurricane Ida Direct Housing Program

News Release: BATON ROUGE, La. - FEMA has approved a six month extension of its Direct Housing program for eligible Hurricane Ida survivors, following an extension request from the Louisiana Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP).


News Release: San Juan, Puerto Rico - Additional Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) are now open in Comerío and Naguabo. The joint DRCs, a partnership between the municipality, the Government of Puerto Rico and FEMA will help Hurricane Fiona survivors apply for FEMA assistance, upload documents needed for their application and answer questions in person.


FEMA to Provide Direct Temporary Housing in 4 Florida Counties

News Release: TALLAHASSEE - At the request of Governor Ron DeSantis, FEMA will provide temporary housing to eligible Hurricane Ian survivors in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto and Lee counties.