News from July 2023
Cole Remarks at FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Bill Markup
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
Release: The Subcommittee will come to order.
Homeland Security Department discusses Safety Zone; Anchor Bay Bass, Brew, and BBQ Fireworks, Lake St. Clair; Chesterfield, MI on July 13
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on July 13, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Special Local Regulation; Back River, Baltimore County, MD discussed on July 13 by Homeland Security Department
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a four page rule on July 13, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Womack Remarks at FY24 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Bill Full Committee Markup
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
Release: It is an honor to serve as Chairman of the Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee of the House Appropriations Committee. I want to thank my friend-Chairwoman Kay Granger-for giving me this opportunity. Thank you, also, to Ranking Member DeLauro for her commitment to the work of this committee.
Higher passenger volumes on the horizon for Maine airports
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
Release: PORTLAND, Maine The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) throughout Maine airports is preparing for a busy summer travel season. Last year, August was the busiest summer travel month for Maine airports. TSA anticipates passenger volumes in Maine this August will match and probably exceed those of last year.
FEMA Projects that Adapt to the Needs of Communities
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
News Release: San Juan, Puerto Rico - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has allocated over $3.3 million to the municipalities of Barranquitas and Vega Baja to repair several recreational facilities that will benefit communities and visitors.
Public press releases or notices: House Committee on Appropriations publishes 15 in May
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
There were 15 press releases or notices published by the House Committee on Appropriations in May.
37 press releases published in April by Department of Homeland Security, Science and Technology Directorate
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
There were 37 press releases published by the Department of Homeland Security, Science and Technology Directorate in April.
Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency publishes five press releases in June
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
There were five press releases published by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency in June.
Public press releases: U.S. Department of Homeland Security publishes 12 in April
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
There were 12 press releases published by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in April.
Committee Approves FY24 Financial Services and General Government Bill
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, the Full Committee met to consider the Fiscal Year 2024 bill for the Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee. The measure was approved by the Committee with a vote of 34 to 26.
Homeland Security Department publishes notice on July 13
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a one page notice on July 13, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Federal Assistance to Mawar Survivors Continues to Grow, Tops $100 Million
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
News Release: Now, more than a month after of Typhoon Mawar devastated the island territory, Guam residents continue down their road to recovery with the help of federal funding from the U.S. Small Business Administration and FEMA. To date, nearly $112 million in low interest disaster loans from the SBA and direct disaster assistance through FEMA have flowed into communities to help jumpstart the recovery process.
Granger on FY24 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Bill
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
Release: I want to thank Chairman Simpson for presenting the Fiscal Year 2024 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies bill. I appreciate what he has done to take meaningful steps to reduce spending on lower priority programs and direct funding where it is needed most.
TSA checkpoint firearm detections in Kentucky trend upward overall in 2023
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
Release: LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Kentucky airports discovered a total of 51 firearms in travelers carry-on luggage in the first half of 2023, an increase of three statewide over the same time period last year. Each of the firearms was discovered by TSA officers during the routine screening of carry-on property at airport security checkpoints.
Official Statement on the Investigation of a Substance Found in the White House
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - On the evening of July 2, officers from the U.S. Secret Service Uniformed Division found an unknown substance inside a vestibule leading to the lobby area of the West Executive Avenue entrance to the White House.
Secretary Mayorkas delivers updates on DHS campaign to stop fentanyl through interdiction, supply chain disruption
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, after an inspection of contraband interdiction operations at the International Mail Facility (IMF) operated by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at JFK International Airport, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas provided an update on DHS’s surge campaign to...
Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office Announces Flood Insurance Coverage Update for Eligible Claimants
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
News Release: SANTA FE, N.M. -- The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office announced today a partnership with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) that will enable eligible claimants to receive five years of flood insurance protection, with premiums paid by the Claims Office. The NFIP provides flood insurance to property owners, renters, and businesses.
Granger Remarks at FY24 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Bill Full Committee Markup
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
Release: First, I want to thank Chairman Womack for his work on the Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Services bill.
Two Weeks Left To Apply For FEMA Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 14, 2023
News Release: If you have sustained damage or loss because of Typhoon Mawar, it is important to act quickly as the deadline to apply for federal assistance is approaching. You have only two weeks left to apply for FEMA disaster assistance; the registration deadline is July 27.