News from 2023
Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on the Nomination of Jeff Rezmovic to serve as the Chief Financial Officer of DHS
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 12, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement on the nomination from President Joseph R. Biden of Jeff Rezmovic to serve as the Chief Financial Officer of the Department of Homeland Security.
Congratulations to our First MBA Graduating Class
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 12, 2023
News Release: On July 6 I was honored to deliver the keynote address to the inaugural class of graduates of the MBA in Security Technology Transition (STT) program, a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Center of Excellence led by the George Washington University (GWU). The graduation marked a milestone for both the graduates and DHS.
TSA assessing new program that offers airside-to-airside connectivity via motorcoach out of Lehigh Valley International Airport
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
Release: ALLENTOWN, Pa.The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has issued a short term security program amendment to assess the security effectiveness of an industry-first program transporting by bus screened passengers, their carry-on items and their checked baggage from the secured area of Lehigh Valley International Airport into the secured area of Philadelphia International Airport.
TSA assessing new program that offers airside-to-airside connectivity via motorcoach at Philadelphia International Airport
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
Release: PHILADELPHIAThe Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has issued a short term security program amendment to assess the security effectiveness of an industry-first program transporting by bus screened passengers, their carry-on items and their checked baggage from the secured area of Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) and Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) into the secured area of Philadelphia International Airport.
Protect Your Family from the Summer Sun
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
News Release: You don’t have to be at the pool or the beach to get too much sun. While it’s important to protect the skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) light, you don’t need to stay inside during the day to protect your skin from the risk of skin cancer. Keep these things in mind to stay safe in the sun.
Committee Approves FY24 State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Bill
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, the Full Committee met to consider the Fiscal Year 2024 bill for the State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Subcommittee. The measure was approved by the Committee with a vote of 32 to 27.
TSA checkpoint firearm detections in North Carolina trend upward overall in 2023
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
Release: CHARLOTTE - Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at North Carolina airports discovered a total of 130 firearms in travelers carry-on luggage in the first half of 2023, a small increase 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.
Granger on FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Bill Markup
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
Release: I want to thank Chairman Cole for presenting the Fiscal Year 2024 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies bill. I appreciate the work he has done on this Subcommittee.
Advocacy Groups Champion Appropriators’ Work to Protect Life
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
Release: Dear Chairwoman Granger, Chairmen Carter, Harris, Calvert, Joyce, Womack, and Diaz-Balart, and all Republicans on the House Appropriations Committee,.
Granger Remarks at FY24 State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Bill Full Committee Markup
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
Release: As we continue our work on the Fiscal Year 2024 bills, I want to remind everyone of the situation we find ourselves in.
TSA checkpoint firearm detections in Georgia trend upward in 2023
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
Release: ATLANTA - Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Georgia airports discovered a total of 226 firearms in travelers carry-on luggage in the first half of 2023, an increase of eight 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.
Diaz-Balart Remarks at FY24 State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Bill Full Committee Markup
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
Release: Thank you very much, Madam Chairwoman.
Committee Releases FY24 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, the House Appropriations Committee released the Fiscal Year 2024 bill for the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Subcommittee. The bill will be considered tomorrow, July 13th at 5:00 p.m. The markup will be live-streamed and can be found on the Committee’s website.
TSA assessing new program that offers airside-to-airside connectivity via motorcoach out of Atlantic City International Airport
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
Release: ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has issued a short term security program amendment to assess the security effectiveness of an industry-first program transporting by bus screened passengers, their carry-on items and their checked baggage from the secured area of Atlantic City International Airport into the secured area of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Bicameral, Bipartisan Leaders Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Federal Cybersecurity
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 13, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Josh Hawley (R-MO), along with U.S. Representatives James Comer (R-KY) and Jamie Raskin (D-MD), Chairman and Ranking Member of the Committee on Oversight and Accountability,...
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.