News from 2023
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...
Peters Bipartisan Bills to Establish Center to Coordinate Northern Border Security & Address Staffing Shortages at Ports of Entry Advance to the Full Senate
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Bipartisan legislation authored by U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) that would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish a Northern Border Coordination Center to be collocated with existing DHS components that are currently operating out of Selfridge Air National...
Three Days Left To Apply For FEMA Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
News Release: If you have suffered any damage or losses due to Typhoon Mawar, you may be eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance. Please note that you only have three days remaining to register for FEMA assistance, as the deadline of July 27, Eastern Standard Time, is rapidly approaching. Because of the time difference between the Eastern Standard Time and the Chamorro Time, the deadline to register for FEMA assistance has been adjusted to 11:59 p.m. July 28, Chamorro Time.
Federal Grand Jury Indicts 27 Individuals for Roles in a Fraudulent Scheme to Obtain COVID-19 Relief Funds
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
News Release: SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO W. Stephen Muldrow, U.S. Attorney for the District of Puerto Rico, announced the indictment of 27 individuals for their participation in a scheme to illegally obtain federal recovery funds under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The Grand Jury charged ...
Charleston Man Sentenced to One Year in Federal Prison for Fraud Relating to Coronavirus Funds
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 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.
Two Days Left To Apply For FEMA Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 27, 2023
News Release: If you have suffered any damage or losses due to Typhoon Mawar, you may be eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance. Please note that you only have two days remaining to register for FEMA assistance, as the deadline of July 27, Eastern Standard Time, is rapidly approaching. Because of the time difference between the Eastern Standard Time and the Chamorro Time Zone, the deadline to register for FEMA assistance has been adjusted to 11:59 p.m. July 28, Chamorro Time.