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Stolen credit cards and mail theft conspiracy land man in prison after HSI Chicago investigation

News Release: CHICAGO - A federal judge in Chicago sentenced the ringleader of a mail and identity theft conspiracy to nine years in federal prison following a Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) investigation. The sentencing follows the man’s conviction for stealing U.S. Postal Service customers’ credit cards from the mail and using their personal identifying information to make unauthorized purchases with the stolen cards.


Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Victoria County, Texas

News Release: DENTON, Texas - Revised Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps are available for review in Victoria County, Texas. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements.


What to Expect After Applying for FEMA Assistance

News Release: LITTLE ROCK, AR - If you live in Cross, Lonoke and Pulaski counties and were affected by the March 31 storms and tornadoes, FEMA may be able to help with temporary housing expenses, basic home repairs or other essential disaster-related needs that are not covered by insurance.


The Family that Serves: A Source of Strength from Home

News Release: With more than 260,000 employees, DHS has the third largest workforce of any federal department, behind the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs. These employees chose a life of service, one that can mean long hours away from their families and homes. At DHS, we recognize that families...


TSA tips on traveling with pets through a security checkpoint at Norfolk International Airport

Release: NORFOLK, Va. - Traveling through an airport security checkpoint with a pet can be easy when travelers know what to expect. Small pets can travel in the cabin of an aircraft with their owners after Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers screen pets at the security checkpoint.


FEMA Supports Partnership with Local Universities to Address the Island's Energy System

News Release: San Juan, Puerto Rico -As part of the island's rebuilding efforts, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is working in partnership with a national laboratory and two local universities to support the design of resilient energy systems for Puerto Rico.


TSA reminders for 2023 PGA Masters at Augusta National travelers

Release: AUGUSTA, Ga. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) would like to remind Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) passengers to expect higher than usual passenger volumes over the coming weekend (April 7-10) as travelers return home from the 2023 PGA Masters at the Augusta National Golf Club.


Agency Information Collection Activities: Sector Outreach and Programs Online Meeting Registration Tool discussed on April 5 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on April 5, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Roosevelt County, New Mexico

News Release: DENTON, Texas - Revised Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps are available for review in Roosevelt County, New Mexico. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements.


Homeland Security Department discusses Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Cheboygan River at Cheboygan, MI on April 5

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page proposed rule on April 5, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


ICYMI: FEMA Administrator Criswell Speaks at the 2023 National Hurricane Conference

News Release: WASHINGTON --- FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell addressed the emergency management community on Monday at the opening of the 2023 National Hurricane Conference in New Orleans.


Homeland Security Advisory Council discussed on April 4 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page notice on April 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration publishes 746 press releases in March

There were 746 press releases published by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration in March.


Public press releases: House Committee on Homeland Security publishes 58 in March

There were 58 press releases published by the House Committee on Homeland Security in March.



President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for California

News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of California to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe winter storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides beginning on Feb. 21, 2023, and continuing.


Carter Remarks at FY24 Budget Hearing for Army Military Construction and Family Housing (As Prepared)

Release: Good afternoon. Welcome. Today’s hearing is on the Army’s fiscal year 2024 budget request for military construction and family housing. It is a great pleasure to be here today with the Honorable Rachel Jacobson, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy, and Environment and Lieutenant...




Arkansans - Be Alert to Fraud After a Disaster

News Release: LITTLE ROCK, AR - Survivors should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft after a disaster. In some cases, thieves try to apply for FEMA assistance using names, addresses and Social Security numbers they have stolen from survivors.