News from July 2023
FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight Newell Road Fire in Washington
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 25, 2023
News Release: BOTHELL, Wash. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for the Newell Road Fire burning in Klickitat County, Washington.
Fact Sheet: Data From First Six Months of Parole Processes for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans Shows That Lawful Pathways Work
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 26, 2023
News Release: Data from the first six months from January to June of parole processes for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans shows that the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to expanding lawful pathways as an alternative to irregular migration has yielded positive results. The parole processes announced...
Charleston Man Sentenced to One Year in Federal Prison for Fraud Relating to Coronavirus Funds
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 26, 2023
News Release: CHARLESTON, S.C. Antonio Brown-Sanders, 26, of Charleston, was sentenced to one year and a day in federal prison after pleading guilty to fraudulently applying for an Emergency Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
Statement From Secretary Mayorkas Regarding the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California Ruling on the Circumvention of Lawful Pathways Rule
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 26, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement regarding the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California Ruling on the Circumvention of Lawful Pathways Rule...
For Best Results, Be There!
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 26, 2023
News Release: Why direct observation is better than leaving usability testing to a software platform.
Anchorage Grounds, Hudson River; Yonkers, NY to Kingston, NY discussed on July 25 by Homeland Security Department
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 26, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a three page proposed rule on July 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Official Statement on the Investigation of a Substance Found in the White House
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 26, 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.
Washington County, Arkansas, Flood Maps Become Final
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 26, 2023
News Release: DENTON, Texas - New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Jan. 25, 2024, for Washington County, Arkansas. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance and adopt these new flood maps.
Joint Statement from Mexico and the United States on Shared Efforts to Combat Illicit Fentanyl, Disrupt Arms Trafficking, and Humanely Manage Migration
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 26, 2023
News Release: On July 24, a U.S delegation led by Acting Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Kristie Canegallo, Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall, Deputy Attorney General Lisa O. Monaco, and Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Rich Verma were hosted by President Andrés Manuel...
Homeland Security Department discusses Optional Alternative 1 to the Physical Document Examination Associated With Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) on July 25
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 26, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a six page rule on July 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Carter Remarks at Rules Committee Hearing on H.R. 4366, The Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 26, 2023
Release: Thank you, Mr. Chairman, Mr. McGovern, and members of the Committee. I want to thank each of you for the opportunity to testify on the FY24 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs bill.
Homeland Security Department discusses Special Local Regulation; Henderson Bay, Henderson Harbor, NY on July 26
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a five page rule on July 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
TSA updates, renews cybersecurity requirements for pipeline owners, operators
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
Release: WASHINGTON The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced an update to its Security Directive regarding oil and natural gas pipeline cybersecurity. This revised directive will continue the effort to reinforce cybersecurity preparedness and resilience for the nations critical pipelines.
Carter Remarks During Floor Consideration of H.R. 4366, The Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
Release: I’m honored to present the FY24 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies appropriations bill to the House today.
FEMA Celebrates Americans with Disabilities Act Anniversary with Accessibility Advancements
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- As the nation celebrates the 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), FEMA commemorates its ongoing efforts to advance accessibility in the agency’s mission to help people before, during and after disasters.
Bicameral, Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Federal Cybersecurity Advances in Senate
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Bipartisan legislation authored by U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Josh Hawley (R-MO) to reform federal cybersecurity laws - which have not been significantly updated since 2014 - and ensure our nation has...
Skimmer Gets Prison for Million-Dollar Financial Identity Theft Scheme
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
News Release: Potential Victims Urged to Contact Justice Department
Granger Remarks During Floor Consideration of H.R. 4366, The Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
Release: Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 4366, a bill that will provide funding for military construction and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Clay County Woman Pleads Guilty To Fraud Charge In Online Romance Scheme
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
News Release: JACKSONVILLE, FL United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that Iona K Coates (67, Orange Park) has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Coates faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison and payment of restitution to the victims in the case.
Peters Presses Census Bureau on Efforts to Address Undercounts
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
News Release: Dear Director Santos: I am writing to request more details about the Census Bureau’s ongoing efforts to address systemic coverage errors (undercounts) in the 2020 Census, that continue to impact census data products and communities. I am concerned about the impact of undercounts and urge the Bureau...