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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.
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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.
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HSI Central, South America efforts take down human smugglers in Guatemala

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, ...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mayorkas: 'DHS is committed to providing temporary protection to those in need' in Ethiopian conflict

Although peace talks over the Tigray conflict are close to happening, the situation is still dire enough the Department of Homeland Security granted temporary protected status to Ethiopia for 18 months.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Open in Comerío and Naguabo

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.
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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.
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Disaster Recovery Center in University City, Missouri to Close Next Week

News Release: A Disaster Recovery Center in University City will permanently close Wednesday, November 2 at 5 p.m.
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Disaster Recovery Centers Open to Help People Affected by the July Flooding in Illinois

News Release: Renters and homeowners in St. Clair County, Illinois: FEMA and State Disaster Recovery Centers will open on Friday, October 28 in East St. Louis, Illinois and Caseyville, Illinois to provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the July 25-28 flooding and severe storms.
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FEMA Kicks Off Direct Housing Mission in Florida, Federal Support for Hurricane Ian Recovery Surpasses $1.4 Billion

News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, FEMA announced that it has approved the state of Florida's request for direct temporary housing in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto and Lee counties, providing travel trailers and larger manufactured housing units to help eligible Hurricane Ian survivors get a safe roof over their head.
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Don’t Delay Your Disaster Recovery: Submit Your SBA Loan Application

News Release: San Juan, Puerto Rico - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan application may be a source of additional help for Puerto Rico residents who applied for FEMA assistance after Hurricane Fiona.
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Holders or Containers Which Enter the United States Duty Free 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.
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Rep. Banks, Bucshon release statement on call with Air Force Inspector General investigating Politico leak

Today, House Armed Services Committee Member Jim Banks and Congressman Larry Bucshon released the following statement following a call with Air Force Inspector General Lt. Gen. Stephen Davis regarding the Air Force Personnel Center’s illegal release of Indiana 1st Congressional District candidate USAF Lieutenant Colonel Jennifer-Ruth Green’s confidential personnel records.Said Rep. Banks and Rep. Bucshon: “On yesterday’s call, the Air Force took full responsibility for improperly releasing Lt Col Green’s confidential personnel records to an opposition research firm just weeks before the midterm election.
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Florida; Amendment No. 4 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration discussed on Oct. 25 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page notice on Oct. 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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