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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...

FEMA Celebrates Americans with Disabilities Act Anniversary with Accessibility Advancements

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.

Carter Remarks During Floor Consideration of H.R. 4366, The Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act

Release: I’m honored to present the FY24 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies appropriations bill to the House today.

TSA updates, renews cybersecurity requirements for pipeline owners, operators

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.

Homeland Security Department discusses Special Local Regulation; Henderson Bay, Henderson Harbor, NY on July 26

The US Homeland Security Department published a five page rule on July 26, 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

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 Optional Alternative 1 to the Physical Document Examination Associated With Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) on July 25

The US Homeland Security Department published a six page rule on July 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Joint Statement from Mexico and the United States on Shared Efforts to Combat Illicit Fentanyl, Disrupt Arms Trafficking, and Humanely Manage Migration

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...

Washington County, Arkansas, Flood Maps Become Final

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.

Official Statement on the Investigation of a Substance Found in the White House

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.

Anchorage Grounds, Hudson River; Yonkers, NY to Kingston, NY discussed on July 25 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page proposed rule on July 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

For Best Results, Be There!

News Release: Why direct observation is better than leaving usability testing to a software platform.

Statement From Secretary Mayorkas Regarding the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California Ruling on the Circumvention of Lawful Pathways Rule

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...

Charleston Man Sentenced to One Year in Federal Prison for Fraud Relating to Coronavirus Funds

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.

Fact Sheet: Data From First Six Months of Parole Processes for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans Shows That Lawful Pathways Work

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...

FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight Newell Road Fire in Washington

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.

TSA officers prevent North Carolina man from bringing loaded gun onto flight at Norfolk International Airport

Release: NORFOLK, Va. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Norfolk International Airport prevented a North Carolina man from bringing his loaded handgun onto a flight on Saturday, July 22. The.380 caliber gun was loaded with five bullets.

Why We Conference and Where We’ll Be

News Release: As I prepare to give remarks at the 2023 National Homeland Security Conference (NHSC) in Chicago this week, I can’t help but take a moment to reflect on the Science and Technology Directorate’s (S&T) important mission and the role we play in the broader homeland security community. As the research and...

ICYMI: Politico Profiles Peters’ Leadership on Artificial Intelligence

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) spoke with Politico about his work as Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee to ensure the federal government is responsibly using artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen our national security, save taxpayer dollars and...

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