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News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental affairs Committee, and Josh Hawley (R-MO) are calling on the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) to examine the national security risks posed by private consulting companies that concurrently...
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Greene, Sumter and Tallapoosa Counties Eligible for FEMA Assistance

News Release: CLANTON, Ala - Greene, Sumter and Tallapoosa counties are now eligible for FEMA assistance after the Jan. 12 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes in Alabama.
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Joint Statement by United States Secretary Mayorkas and European Union Commissioner for Internal Market Breton

News Release: WASHINGTON -United States Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas and European Commissioner for Internal Market Thierry Breton, released the following joint statement on the cooperation between the United States and the European Union in the fields of Cyber Resilience...
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Nearly $422 Million from FEMA to Renovate Public Housing Complexes

News Release: Guaynabo, PUERTO RICO - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently approved about $422 million to restore and renovate 37 residential properties belonging to the Public Housing Administration (PHA) due to damage caused by Hurricane María. These works will benefit over 5,400 families throughout the island.
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Homeland Security Department publishes notice on Jan. 26

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Jan. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Deadline Extended to Submit Responses to FEMA's Request for Information - Multifamily Lease and Repair

News Release: LAKE MARY, Fla. - FEMA will extend the deadline for property owners to submit responses to FEMA’s Request for Information regarding the Multifamily Lease and Repair program.
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Peters Applauds First Comprehensive CISA Report on K-12 Cybersecurity

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, released the following statement applauding the first comprehensive report by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on how K-12 schools can improve their cybersecurity defenses. The report was required by a bipartisan law written by Peters to enhance cybersecurity assistance to K-12 educational institutions across the country...
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Filing a Late Application for Federal Assistance

News Release: COLUMBIA, S.C.- The deadline to apply for federal assistance has passed for homeowners and renters in Charleston, Georgetown and Horry counties who had damage to their property after Hurricane Ian. In rare cases, you may be eligible to submit a late application to FEMA.
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TSA intercepts gun at Detroit Metropolitan Airport

Release: DETROIT Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers prevented a handgun from making its way onboard an airplane at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) Thursday.
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Notice published on Jan. 26 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a seven page notice on Jan. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Butts County Disaster Recovery Center to Open

News Release: ATLANTA - A FEMA disaster recovery center will open Friday, Jan.27 in Butts County to provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the Jan. 12 severe storms, straight line winds and tornadoes.
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Area Maritime Security Advisory Committee Duluth Vacancies discussed on Jan. 26 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Jan. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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DHS Announces Registration Process for Temporary Protected Status for Haiti

News Release: WASHINGTON - The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today posted a Federal Register notice on Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti. The notice provides information about how to register or re-register for TPS under Haiti’s extension and redesignation for an additional 18 months, from February 4, 2023, through Aug. 3, 2024. Last month, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas announced the 18-month extension and redesignation of Haiti for TPS.
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Unlawful Southwest Border Crossings Plummet Under New Border Enforcement Measures

News Release: WASHINGTON - Encounters of Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, and Venezuelan non-citizens attempting to cross the southwest border unlawfully has decreased drastically since President Biden announced an expanded parole program for these individuals, putting the month of January on track to see the lowest levels of monthly border encounters since February 2021.
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Homeland Security Department discusses Final Flood Hazard Determinations on Jan. 25

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Jan. 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations discussed on Jan. 25 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a four page notice on Jan. 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Steps to a Healthier You

News Release: Steps to a Healthier You. The start of a new year is a great time to set intentions to get healthier- both mentally and physically - for a longer, happier life. Here are some steps you can take to assist you with building and maintaining healthy habits throughout the year: * Move your body Adults need...
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Fugitive accused of abducting 43 college students turned over to Mexican authorities

A Mexican fugitive wanted in connection with the 2014 abduction of 43 Mexican college students has been turned over to Mexican authorities.
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DHS and DOT Host Joint ‘Intersections of Human Trafficking and International Aviation’ Roundtable

News Release: International Air Carriers Servicing the U.S. Invited to Join the Blue Lightning Initiative
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Calaveras County Added to Major Disaster Declaration

News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Calaveras County has been added to the major disaster declaration for California’s severe storms and flooding, meaning residents who had damage or losses from the storms that began Dec. 27, 2022, may now apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
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