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The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on April 20, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Homeland Security Department discusses Collection of Information Under Review by Office of Management and Budget; OMB Control Number 1625-0015 on April 20

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on April 20, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Collection of Information Under Review by Office of Management and Budget; OMB Control Number 1625-0068 discussed on April 20 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on April 20, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Summary of Resources for Law Enforcement Partners

News Release: DHS is fundamentally a department of partnerships. Our ability to execute our critical mission relies on the strength of our partnerships with you and our other key partners across the public and private sectors. Every day, you serve on the front lines to keep our communities safe. We are committed to ensuring you have the tools, resources, and support you need to continue doing so successfully.
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President Biden to Announce Uniting for Ukraine, a New Streamlined Process to Welcome Ukrainians Fleeing Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

News Release: WASHINGTON – Today, the President will announce Uniting for Ukraine, a new streamlined process to provide Ukrainian citizens who have fled Russia’s unprovoked war of aggression opportunities to come to the United States, fulfilling President Biden’s commitment to welcome up to 100,000 Ukrainians and ...
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Collection of Information Under Review by Office of Management and Budget; OMB Control Number 1625-0086 discussed on April 20 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on April 20, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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TSA officer at Harrisburg International Airport stops local man with revolver at checkpoint

Release: HARRISBURG, Pa. A Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officer at Harrisburg International Airport prevented a Lebanon, Pa., man from bringing a handgun onto his flight on Sunday, April 17.
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Three Ways to Keep Your Request for FEMA Assistance Moving Forward

News Release: San Juan, Puerto Rico - Puerto Rico survivors of the severe storm, flooding, and landslides that occurred on February 4 - 6 and live in Cataño, Dorado, Toa Baja, Vega Alta, and Vega Baja are eligible to apply for disaster assistance.
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Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension, Without Change, of a Currently Approved Collection: Application for Travel Document discussed on April 20 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page notice on April 20, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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CISA, FBI, NSA, and International Partners Issue Advisory on Demonstrated Threats and Capabilities of Russian State-Sponsored and Cyber Criminal Actors

News Release: WASHINGTON - The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), along with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), National Security Agency (NSA), Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC), Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (CCCS), National Cyber Security Centre New Zealand (NZ NCSC), and...
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What did Homeland Security Department publish on April 20?

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on April 20, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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TSA to host hiring event for Iowa airports

Release: DES MOINES The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hosting a hiring event Thursday, April 28 through Friday, April 29 to assist individuals interested in applying for a job as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO) at airports throughout Iowa.
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DHS Releases First-Ever Equity Action Plan

News Release: Department Outlines Steps to Advance Equity in its Policies, Programs, and Operations WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the release of its first-ever DHS Equity Action Plan , which identifies seven focus areas to comprehensively advance equity across the Department’s ...
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Fact Sheet: DHS International Cybersecurity Efforts

News Release: President Biden has made cybersecurity a top priority for the Biden-Harris Administration at all levels of government. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) plays a lead role in strengthening the nation’s cyber resilience, but cybersecurity is not limited by boundaries, borders, and jurisdictions. ...
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Special Local Regulations; Conch Republic Navy Parade and Battle, Key West, FL discussed on April 20 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page rule on April 20, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Secretary Mayorkas Designates Cameroon for Temporary Protected Status for 18 Months

News Release: WASHINGTON— Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the designation of Cameroon for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months. Only individuals who are already residing in the United States as of April 14, 2022, will be eligible for TPS.
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Secretary Mayorkas Honors DHS Employees with Annual Secretary’s Awards

News Release: WASHINGTON – Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas today announced the winners of the 2022 DHS Secretary’s Awards, which will honor 876 employees from all 9 DHS component agencies and headquarters across 26 states, Guam, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, and Vietnam. These individuals have demonstrated a commitment to the DHS mission and exemplify the values of duty, honor, and excellence.
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FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Tunnel 2 Fire

News Release: OAKLAND, Calif. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) regional administrator authorized the use of federal funds on April 19 to assist the state of Arizona to combat the Tunnel 2 Fire burning in Coconino County.
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DHS CWMD Convenes BioWatch Advisory Committee Senior Leadership Meeting with State and Local Leaders

News Release: WASHINGTON—On April 5, the DHS Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD) hosted a meeting with over 80 senior state and local officials who support the BioWatch program in their respective jurisdictions. This meeting provided partners an update on the future of biodetection and a forum for ...
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FEMA to Evaluate Readiness of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of Maryland

News Release: PHILADELPHIA - The Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA ) will evaluate a Biennial Radiological Emergency Preparedness Exercise for communities around the Peach Bottom Atomic Power Station. The exercise will occur during the week of April 25, 2022 to assess the ability of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of Maryland to respond to an emergency at the nuclear facility.
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