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The US Homeland Security Department published a three page proposed rule on Oct. 24, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Two Weeks Left for Missourians to Apply for FEMA Assistance, Application Deadline is November 7

News Release: St. Louis City, St. Louis County and St. Charles County have just two weeks left to apply for FEMA disaster assistance before the Nov. 7 deadline. Missouri homeowners and renters who had property damage or losses caused by the July 25-28 severe storms and flooding, or those whose apartment complex was damaged and had to move out, may be eligible for federal disaster assistance.
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Customs and Border Protection: 'Rio Grande Valley Sector Border Patrol agents arrested 26 migrants'

U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced the arrest of a number of migrants Oct. 15-17.
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FEMA Provides $603 Million in Individual Assistance to Jumpstart Survivor Recovery as Overall Federal Support Surpasses $1.28 Billion

News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA has provided $603 million to households and $322 million to the state of Florida for emergency response and to help survivors jumpstart their recovery, as more than $1.28 billion in federal grants, disaster loans and flood insurance payments have been provided to the state after Hurricane Ian. The U.S. Small Business Administration has provided $211 million in disaster loans, while the National Flood Insurance Program has paid $147 million in claims.
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New York residents flying out of Elmira Corning Airport will soon need a REAL ID to board an airplane

Release: HORSEHEADS, N.Y. Travelers who want to board an airplane will soon need a star or flag on their New York state drivers license, indicating that it is a REAL ID-compliant credential or they will need another form of approved identification to board their flight or enter a secure federal facility. New...
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Safety Zone; Heidelberg Spar Outer Continental Shelf Facility, Green Canyon Block 860, Gulf of Mexico discussed on Oct. 24 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page proposed rule on Oct. 24, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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TSA detects two firearms at BNA Tuesday, sets new annual record for detections

Release: NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Transportation Security Administration officers at Nashville International Airport (BNA) discovered two loaded firearms at security checkpoints Tuesday morning, bringing the total detected at the airport to 170 this year.
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Notice published on Oct. 24 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Oct. 24, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Appealing FEMA’s Determination Letter

News Release: FRANKFORT, Ky. - Kentuckians who sustained damage due to the flooding that began on July 26 may receive a letter from FEMA saying they are ineligible for disaster assistance and can appeal the determination if they disagree.
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Homeland Security Department discusses Safety Zone; Constitution Spar Outer Continental Shelf Facility, Green Canyon Block 680, Gulf of Mexico on Oct. 24

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page proposed rule on Oct. 24, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Safety Zone; Lucius Spar Outer Continental Shelf Facility, Keathley Canyon Block 875, Gulf of Mexico discussed on Oct. 24 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page proposed rule on Oct. 24, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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TSA officer at Harrisburg International Airport stops loaded gun at checkpoint

Release: HARRISBURG, Pa. A Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officer at Harrisburg International Airport stopped a Harrisburg resident with a handgun in his carry-on bag at the airport security checkpoint on Friday, Oct. 21. The 9mm gun was loaded with nine bullets.
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Federal Support for Hurricane Ian Recovery Nears $1.3 Billion, FEMA Provides Over $595 Million in Individual Assistance to Jumpstart Survivor Recovery

News Release: WASHINGTON -- More than $1.27 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.
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FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Open in Humacao

News Release: San Juan, Puerto Rico - An additional Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) is now open in Humacao. The joint DRC, 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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Center for Immigration Studies: 'DHS and the White House clownishly blundered their way through the entire ‘Del Rio’ episode'

Article questions DHS’ Mayorkas, Biden on reactions to report of Haitian migrants’ alleged whipping
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Federal Support for Hurricane Ian Recovery Climbs Past $1.2 Billion, FEMA Provides Over $581 Million in Individual Assistance to Jumpstart Survivor Recovery

News Release: WASHINGTON -- More than $1.2 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. FEMA has provided $581 million to households and $314 million to the state for emergency response. The U.S. Small Business Administration has provided $196 million in disaster loans, while the National Flood Insurance Program has paid $147 million in claims.
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Statement from the Department of Homeland Security on the Arrival of First Venezuelan Nationals Under New Process

News Release: WASHINGTON – On Oct. 12, 2022, DHS announced a new process for Venezuelan nationals that enhances the security of our border and provides a lawful means for eligible Venezuelans to come to the United States. Today, less than a week after the portal went live, DHS reports that the first four Venezuelan ...
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14 notices published in week ending Oct. 15 by Homeland Security Department

There were 14 notices published by the Homeland Security Department in week ending Oct. 15, according to the Federal Register.
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Statement from the Department of Homeland Security on the Arrival of First Venezuelan Nationals Under New Process

News Release: WASHINGTON - On Oct. 12, 2022, DHS announced a new process for Venezuelan nationals that enhances the security of our border and provides a lawful means for eligible Venezuelans to come to the United States. Today, less than a week after the portal went live, DHS reports that the first four Venezuelan...
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Second Alien Smuggling Coordinator Pleads Guilty to Bribing Former Border Patrol Agent

On October 6, 2022, Omar Natalio Martinez Fontes, 51, pleaded guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Bribery and Alien Smuggling.
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