News from 2023
Secret Service and CISA Release Toolkit for K-12 Schools to Strengthen School Safety Reporting Programs
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: Joint toolkit includes action-oriented guidance, self-assessment worksheets, reference resources, and useful checklists
TSA recognizes officer from Boise Airport for rescues on Boise River
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
Release: BOISE, Idaho - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has recognized a local TSA officer who works at Boise Airport (BOI) for his heroic actions last summer when he helped rescue three people in distress who were floating the Boise River.
DHS Secretary Mayorkas Previews Summer Travel Season, Highlights TSA PreCheck® Perks
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, the Department of Homeland Security released b-roll for broadcast of Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas inspecting new technology and operations at Dulles International Airport this week ahead of the summer travel season that kicks off with this weekend’s Memorial ...
DHS Secretary Mayorkas Previews Summer Travel Season, Highlights TSA PreCheck® Expansion
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, the Department of Homeland Security released b-roll for broadcast of Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas inspecting new technology and operations at Dulles International Airport this week ahead of the summer travel season that kicks off with this weekend’s Memorial...
Disaster Recovery Centers Closed for Memorial Day Weekend
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: OKLAHOMA CITY - FEMA and the State of Oklahoma Disaster Recovery Centers in Cleveland, McClain and Pottawatomie counties will be closed Saturday, May 27 through Monday, May 29 in honor of Memorial Day. All locations will return to normal operating hours on Tuesday, May 30.
DHS-DHS offers new grant application process starting May 26
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
FY23 Homeland Security National Training Program (HSNTP) - Continuing Training Grants (CTG) - National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium (NCPC) grant opened on May 26.
Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations discussed on May 25 by Homeland Security Department
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on May 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Peters, Johnson, Sinema & Hoeven Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Protect Communities from Threats Posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Ron Johnson (R-WI), Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) and John Hoeven (R-ND) introduced bipartisan legislation to significantly enhance our nation’s ability to counter the security threats posed...
Dr. Paul National Review Op-Ed: Keep Artificial Intelligence out of Government Surveillance
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: In a new op-ed for National Review, U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, discussed the threat to freedom of thought and expression posed by artificial intelligence surveillance in government.
TSA offers advice to air travelers departing Boise Airport for Memorial Day weekend and throughout the summer
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
Release: BOISE, Idaho - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) anticipates a record number of people will be screened through security checkpoints at Boise Airport (BOI) and at airports nationwide during Memorial Day weekend and throughout the summer, surpassing 2019 pre-pandemic volumes. With high passenger volumes, officials with TSA and BOI are encouraging travelers to plan ahead and be prepared for the air travel experience.
Baton Rouge Woman Pleads Guilty to Filing Numerous PPP and EIDL Loan Applications Totaling More than $1 Million and Laundering the Fraudulent Proceeds
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: United States Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr. announced that Tiera R. Lands, age 30, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, pled guilty before U.S. District Judge Brian A. Jackson to wire fraud and money laundering in connection with numerous false and fraudulent applications that she filed to obtain funds from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program in 2020 and 2021.
United States Secret Service Hosts Visiting Police Executives at White House
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: The U.S. Secret Service hosted visiting police executives Saturday at the White House as part of National Police Week. The guests were from theAtlanta Police Department,Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department,Chicago Police Department,Miami-Dade Police Department,Milwaukee Police Department, Philadelphia ...
TSA seeing high passenger volumes at Boston Logan International Airport and expects a busy summer
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
Release: BOSTON The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is preparing for a busy summer. On the busiest days at BOS, TSA officers have been screening around 67,400 people a day. On April 14, 2023, TSA officers screened more than 71,500 people. TSA anticipates seeing 70k plus passengers at times throughout the summer at BOS, so passengers should be prepared for large crowds during peak travel times.
Notice of Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Cybersecurity Advisory Committee Meeting discussed on May 25 by Homeland Security Department
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on May 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
California Man Pleads Guilty in Identity Theft and Fraud Scheme
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: RICHMOND, Va. A Los Angeles, California, man pleaded guilty today to fraud and identity theft charges in connection with stealing the identity of the owner of a Richmond auto shop, Lotsey & Hardy Tire Company.
FEMA and other Federal Agencies Continue to Support Typhoon Mawar Response
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA, federal partners and territorial officials are working to determine any additional resources needed to respond to the impacts of Typhoon Mawar as it moves past Guam and the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands.
TSA is prepared for the expected increase in summer travel volume from Albany International Airport
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
Release: ALBANY, N.Y. As Memorial Day Weekend approaches, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is prepared to handle an increase in the number of travelers who will be flying out of Albany International Airport and airports nationwide.
TSA at Atlantic City International Airport installs two new technologies that enhance checkpoint screening capabilities
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
Release: ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has installed two new technologies that enhance screening capabilities of travelers and their belongings at the Atlantic City International Airport security checkpoint. New credential authentication technology (CAT) units and four computed tomography scanners are now in use at the airports checkpoint.
FEMA Seeks Public Input on Proposed Changes to the National Flood Insurance Program in Oregon
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: BOTHELL, Wash. - FEMA reopened the comment period for an additional 32 days of public input on proposed changes to the implementation of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) in Oregon. These changes may have significant impacts on Oregon communities, individuals, and businesses that intend on developing in the floodplain. FEMA encourages participation during the comment period.
DHS Secretary Mayorkas Previews Summer Travel Season, Highlights TSA PreCheck® Perks
By Homeland Newswire | May 26, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, the Department of Homeland Security released b-roll for broadcast of Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas inspecting new technology and operations at Dulles International Airport this week ahead of the summer travel season that kicks off with this weekend’s Memorial...