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News Release: FRANKFORT, Ky. - FEMA has approved $1,585,196 to reimburse Bowling Green Municipal Utilities for its mutual aid use of 18 utility companies from Georgia, Kentucky and Tennessee that assisted in power restoration and repairs after the Dec. 10-11, 2021, tornadoes.
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Submitting an SBA Loan Application Could Bring More FEMA Grant Assistance
News Release: SANTA FE, New Mexico - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan application holds many benefits for New Mexico residents who apply for federal assistance after the recent wildfires. An applicant who is referred to the SBA during the initial FEMA application process is expected to complete an SBA loan application. Submitting a loan application keeps the full range of disaster assistance available as an option.

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Certificate of Alternative Compliance for the CGMA CGM DAKA discussed on May 13 by Homeland Security Department
The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on May 13, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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Homeland Security Department discusses Safety Zone; Lake Erie, Cleveland, OH on May 13
The US Homeland Security Department published a three page proposed rule on May 13, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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Workshop aims to break the cycle of disaster damage and reconstruction
News Release: On April 19, 2022, the West Virginia Emergency Management Division (WVEMD) hosted a workshop at the West Virginia Conference Center in South Charleston for state and local agencies to head off disasters or, as one presenter said, solve problems before they become problems.

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Gabbard on Disinformation Governance Board: 'Every dictatorship has a propaganda arm'
Former U.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard criticized the Department of Homeland Security's Disinformation Governance Board, comparing it to the Ministry of Truth from the novel "1984."

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DHS-DHS offers new grant application process starting May 13
Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Grant Program- Region 5 grant opened on May 13.

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DHS-DHS grant application closes on June 13
Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) grant opened on May 13.

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Project to Strengthen Walter I.M. Hodge Pavilion’s Resilience Against Storms Moves Forward
News Release: ST. CROIX, U.S. Virgin Islands - The Territory's partnership with FEMA continues to move forward on initiatives to guarantee public housing communities have hazard mitigation measures in place to make dwellings safer for families and better resist future storms. The Virgin Islands Housing Authority can...

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DHS-DHS grant application closes on June 13
Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Tribal Homeland Security Grant Program (THSGP) grant opened on May 13.

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Homeland Security Department discusses Iowa; Amendment No. 2 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration on May 12
The US Homeland Security Department published a one page notice on May 12, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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DHS-DHS offers new grant application process starting May 13
Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Grant Program- Region 4 grant opened on May 13.

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DHS-DHS grant application closes on June 13
Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Grant Program- Region 10 grant opened on May 13.

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DHS-DHS offers new grant application process starting May 13
Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) grant opened on May 13.
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DHS Announces $1.6 Billion in Preparedness Grants
News Release: WASHINGTON— Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas today announced $1.6 billion for eight Fiscal Year 2022 preparedness grant programs. Together, these programs provide critical funding to help state and local officials prepare for, prevent, protect against, and respond to acts of terrorism and other hazards. This funding is in addition to the $405.1 million announced last month for the Emergency Management Performance Grant Program.
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Exercising for Fun
News Release: Incorporating exercise into your daily routine is important for both your mental and physical health. Adding fun elements to your workout routine can help motivate you to make your workout a habit that will reap a variety of health benefits. Below is a list of activities that will both get your heart pumping and add a bit of excitement to your schedule.
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Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on the Confirmation of Admiral Linda L. Fagan as USCG Commandant
News Release: WASHINGTON – Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement following the Senate’s confirmation of Admiral Linda L. Fagan to serve as the 27th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard: “I am immensely proud to congratulate Admiral Linda L. Fagan on her historic ...
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Homeland Security Department discusses Meetings To Implement Pandemic Response Voluntary Agreement Under Section 708 of the Defense Production Act on May 12
The US Homeland Security Department published a one page notice on May 12, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

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Portman, Peters Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Pets and Other Animals During and After Natural Disasters
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Rob Portman (R-OH) and Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, introduced the bipartisan Planning for Animal Wellness (PAW) Act to help protect pets and other animals, during and in the aftermath...

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DHS-DHS offers new grant application process starting May 13
Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Grant Program- Region 7 grant opened on May 13.

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