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News Release: MCALLEN, Texas - A South Texas man was sentenced to six years in federal prison following his conviction of conspiracy to transport noncitizens resulting in serious bodily injury. The investigation was worked by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) along with U.S. Border Patrol, RGV Sector and Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS).
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DHS Statement on Safety and Enforcement During Severe Weather and Flooding in California

News Release: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is working with its federal, state, local, and non-governmental partners to support the needs of the areas that may be impacted by the significant atmospheric river event in California causing severe weather conditions and flooding throughout the state.
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Homeland Security Department discusses Great Lakes Pilotage Advisory Committee Meeting; February 2023 Meeting on Jan. 5

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Jan. 5, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Homeland Security Department discusses U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Fee Schedule and Changes to Certain Other Immigration Benefit Request Requirements on Jan. 4

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page proposed rule on Jan. 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Three Years after the Earthquakes in the South, the Island Has over $810 Million from FEMA for its Recovery

News Release: GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico - After the 2020 earthquakes, which mainly affected the towns in the south of the island, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has allocated over $810 million for this region. The funds correspond to some 750 projects, mostly for permanent works such as the reconstruction of public buildings, educational institutions and other spaces in the communities.
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Special Local Regulations; Recurring Marine Events, Sector St. Petersburg discussed on Jan. 4 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page rule on Jan. 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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House Committee on Homeland Security publishes 10 press releases in January

There were 10 press releases published by the House Committee on Homeland Security in January.
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Nebraska man sentenced 10 years for distributing child exploitation materials following HSI investigation

News Release: LINCOLN, Neb. - Acting Special Agent in Charge of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Kansas City Taekuk Cho and United States Attorney Steven Russell announced the sentencing of Jorgen Johannssen, 24, of Fremont, Jan.4, for distributing child pornography following an HSI Kansas City probe.
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FEMA Keeps Reaching Out to Fiona Survivors

News Release: San Juan, Puerto Rico - FEMA’s National Processing Service Center will continue to call survivors who applied for disaster assistance to follow up with their applications. Starting January 4, this auto dialer service will let the survivors know that their household has insurance, which should cover the disaster-caused losses due to hurricane Fiona.
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Extension and Redesignation of Yemen for Temporary Protected Status discussed on Jan. 3 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page notice on Jan. 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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National Boating Safety Advisory Committee; January 2023 Virtual Meeting discussed on Jan. 3 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Jan. 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Homeland Security Department discusses Port Access Route Study: Approaches to Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts on Jan. 3

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page notice on Jan. 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Hurricane Ian Assistance Surpasses $4.45 Billion, Thousands of Survivors Impacted by Hurricane Nicole Register for Assistance

News Release: WASHINGTON -- More than $4.45 billion in federal grants, disaster loans and flood insurance payments have been provided to the state of Florida and households to help survivors affected by Hurricane Ian jumpstart their recoveries. FEMA has provided $859 million to households affected by Hurricane Ian...
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Public notices: Homeland Security Department publishes 70 in November

There were 70 notices published by the Homeland Security Department in November, according to the Federal Register.
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Phoenix man sentenced for importing counterfeit N95 masks from Asia following HSI Phoenix investigation

News Release: PHOENIX, Ariz. - Last month, a local area man was sentenced to one year of probation and ordered to pay restitution, to include $8,028 in unpaid taxes and tariffs to customs authorities for his involvement in importing counterfeit N95 masks from Asia following an investigation by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI).
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Homeland Security Department discusses Employment Authorization for Yemeni F-1 Nonimmigrant Students Experiencing Severe Economic Hardship as a Direct Result of the Crisis in Yemen on Jan. 3

The US Homeland Security Department published a seven page notice on Jan. 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Prince William County, Va., man cited by police after TSA stops him from carrying loaded gun onto a flight at Reagan National Airport

Release: ARLINGTON, Va. A Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officer at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) prevented a Prince William County, Va., man from bringing his loaded handgun onto his flight early this morning, Jan. 4. The 9mm gun was loaded with 12 bullets.
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23 and S&T

News Release: Our great nation is a melting pot of diverse perspectives and backgrounds. During the holiday season, many Americans connect with family-we take time to reflect, we resolve to learn more about ourselves, and we set intentions for the coming year. For many, the holidays also mean giving gifts. Perhaps...
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Milwaukee Mitchell Airport makes TSAs 2022 Top 10 List of most unusual finds at airport security checkpoints

Release: MILWAUKEE Milwaukee Mitchell International Aiport (MKE) made it into the Transportation Security Administrations (TSA) annual Top 10 List of most unusual items found at security checkpoints nationwide in 2022. TSA released the list in an online video it posted on the agencys YouTube account.
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FEMA Provides Another $5 Million for Montana COVID-19 Response

News Release: DENVER - FEMA has approved an additional $5 million in Public Assistance funding for the Montana COVID-19 response. The assistance was made available under a major disaster declaration issued March 31, 2020. FEMA has now provided more than $57.2 million for Montana’s COVID-19 response with this award.
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