News from 2023
Arkansans – Be Prepared for Potential Severe Weather
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: LITTLE ROCK, AR - Due to the severe weather threat in the region, FEMA officials encourage Arkansas disaster survivors to prepare now for new potential threats.
Bay County Residents to Attend Flood Map Information Open House
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: CHICAGO - Representatives from FEMA will host a Flood Map Information Open House for communities in Bay County, Michigan, on April 17, 2023, from 5 - 7 p.m. ET. The open house will give residents a chance to review preliminary versions of the recently completed Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report and its accompanying preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs).
TSA intercepts 5 guns in 4 days at Detroit Metropolitan Airport
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
Release: DETROIT Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers prevented five handguns from being carried onto airplanes at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) in separate incidents since Thursday, March 30.
FEMA Urges Preparedness Ahead of Severe Weather Across Central U.S.
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA is urging the Midwest and central United States to stay alert for severe weather risks this week. The National Weather Service is predicting intense and widespread severe thunderstorms, including tornadoes in some areas.
U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration publishes 746 press releases in March
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
There were 746 press releases published by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration in March.
Become a federal employee with the TSA at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
Release: PHOENIX - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is holding two recruitment events on Tuesday, April 4th and Wednesday, April 5th to assist individuals interested in an exciting new federal career as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO) at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX.)
Disaster Assistance is Non-Taxable
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
News Release: San Juan, Puerto Rico - FEMA disaster assistance is not a taxable income and has no impact on Social Security, Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance or other federal program payments or benefits. Therefore, residents of Puerto Rico, who applied for federal disaster assistance following Hurricane Fiona, should not be concerned that FEMA assistance may affect other federal benefits to which they are entitled.
Homeland Security Department discusses Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations on April 4
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a three page notice on April 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
TSA officers prevent man from bringing a gun onto flight at Westchester County Airport
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
Release: WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Westchester County Airport prevented a Florida man from bringing his loaded handgun onto his flight on Sunday, April 2. The mans 9mm handgun was loaded with 10 bullets including one in the chamber. He also had two additional gun magazines loaded with 20 more bullets packed alongside the firearm.
Special Local Regulations Northern California and Lake Tahoe Area Annual Marine Events; Opening Day on San Francisco Bay, San Francisco, CA discussed on April 4 by Homeland Security Department
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a one page rule on April 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Harris Remarks at FY24 Budget Hearing for the Food and Drug Administration (As Prepared)
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
Release: I want to thank everyone for joining us today as we review the Food and Drug Administration’s fiscal year 2024 budget request. Our witness is the Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, Dr. Robert Califf.
FEMA Home Inspectors in Storm-Damaged Communities
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
News Release: PEARL, Miss. - FEMA-contracted home inspectors are working in Carroll, Humphreys, Monroe, Montgomery, Panola and Sharkey counties as part of the disaster assistance process for the March storms.
Womack Remarks at FY24 Budget and Oversight Hearing for President Biden’s Budget Request and Economic Outlook (As Prepared)
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
Release: The Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government will come to order. Welcome to our first subcommittee hearing of the 118th Congress.
TSA encourages Columbus passengers traveling with firearms to pack smart
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
Release: COLUMBUS Ahead of the summer travel season, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is reminding travelers departing John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to leave prohibited items out of their carry-on bags to ensure an efficient screening process at the checkpoint.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Arkansas
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Arkansas to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm from Jan. 30 - Feb. 2, 2023.
National Financial Capability Month
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
News Release: National Financial Capability Month raises awareness about the importance of financial literacy education and can help you plan a secure financial future. Financial literacy is key to understanding how to save, earn, borrow, invest, and protect your money wisely. It is also essential to developing short and long term financial habits and skills which can lead to greater financial well-being.
Diaz-Balart Remarks at FY24 Budget Hearing for the Department of State (As Prepared)
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
Release: Mr. Secretary, thank you for being here today to discuss the fiscal year 2024 budget request for the Department of State, and thank you for your service to our country.
Special Local Regulations; Sector Ohio Valley Annual and Recurring Special Local Regulations discussed on April 4 by Homeland Security Department
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a six page rule on April 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Wildfire Mitigation Protects 500 Lake County Homes
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
News Release: OAKLAND, Calif. - North Coast Opportunities, Inc. (NCO), located in Lake County, received a $22.2 million grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to create defensible space and harden 500 homes over a three-year period, which will save lives and reduce the severity of property damage from wildfires.
Homeland Security Department discusses Agency Information Collection Activities; Revision of a Currently Approved Collection: Notice of Appeal or Motion on April 4
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on April 4, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.