News published on Federal Newswire in April 2022

News from April 2022


The US Labor Department published a two page notice on April 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


There was activity on three bills related to the Homeland Security Committee on April 7.


There was activity on three bills related to the Oversight and Reform Committee on April 6.


Passengers Continue to Bring Literally Tons of Prohibited Items to Checkpoints TSA offers 10 travel tips for smooth screening

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) continues to be ready for the increase in travel volume close to or exceeding pre-pandemic levels at airports across the country.


Temporary TSA PreCheck application center set for week of April 11 At the AAA office in Fredericksburg

Residents of the Fredericksburg region will be able to enroll in the Transportation Security Administration’s popular TSA PreCheck® program at the AAA office in Fredericksburg from April 11 to 15, where officials will host a temporary “pop-up” enrollment center.



DHS Announces New Measures to Better Serve Transgender, Non-Binary, and Gender Non-Conforming Travelers

Today, on International Trans Day of Visibility, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced new measures to better serve all Americans, regardless of their gender identity.


Readout of U.S.-U.K. Joint Contact Group

On March 29 and 30, 2022, Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security John Tien hosted United Kingdom Home Office Permanent Secretary Matthew Rycroft for the U.S-U.K.


Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on CDC’s Title 42 Order Termination

Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement in response to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) determination that it will, effective May 23, 2022, terminate its Title 42 public health Order.


April is Alcohol Awareness Month—abstaining from alcohol is a wise health decision

In his first State of the Union Address, President Joe Biden spoke to the difficulties and challenges of overcoming the worst pandemic in over 100 years, and its effects on both the nation’s physical health and the nation’s mental [behavioral] health. At the close of the address, the President put forth a four-step “Unity Agenda” asking Congress to support.


Recognizing their resilience during the Month of the Military Child

This year marks the 36th celebration of Month of the Military Child (MOMC) and this April’s theme is Coast Guard Children…Always Ready, Always Resilient!


8 more enlisted career guides available

Earlier this year the Coast Guard published 11 career guides for some of the enlisted ratings.


Lost Female Migrant Rescued Over the Weekend Near Yuma

U.S. Border Patrol agents from El Centro Sector rescued an undocumented individual in the Imperial Sand Dunes, Saturday morning.


Man Arrested Attempting to Conceal Narcotics in Spare Tires & Transport Through a Checkpoint

 El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents arrested a United States citizen attempting to smuggle narcotics through an immigration checkpoint Saturday morning. At approximately 8:40 a.m., a blue 2007 Chevrolet Silverado approached the Highway 86 checkpoint.


Border Patrol agents arrest six gang members in three days

Rio Grande Valley Sector Border Patrol agents arrested six subjects with gang affiliations in three days.





Former Operations Manager of Local Technology Support Firm Sentenced to 24 Months in Custody in Seven-Year Fraud Scheme

Matthew P. Hernandez, former manager of a small, San Diego-based technology support firm, was sentenced in federal court today to 24 months in custody for embezzling more than $350,000.


FBI Springfield National Academy Graduates from McLean, Rock Island, and Madison Counties Recognized

The FBI enjoys partnerships with nearly every local, state, and federal law enforcement agency. In some cases, these partnerships directly support FBI investigations and operations.