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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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
FEMA to Evaluate Readiness of the Commonwealth of Virginia
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 12, 2023
News Release: PHILADELPHIA - The Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will evaluate a Biennial Radiological Emergency Preparedness Exercise at the Surry Power Station during the week of July 17, 2023. The exercise will assess the ability of the Commonwealth of Virginia to respond to an emergency at the nuclear facility.
Committee Releases FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 12, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, the House Appropriations Committee released the Fiscal Year 2024 bill for the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Subcommittee. The bill will be considered tomorrow, July 12th at 5:00 p.m. The markup will be live-streamed and can be found on the Committee’s website.
FEMA and SiriusXM Expand Relationship to Enhance Delivery of Emergency Alerts
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 12, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA and SiriusXM today announced an expansion of their relationship that will enhance connectivity of FEMA’s Integrated Public Alert & Warning System (IPAWS), National Public Warning System. As part of the new program, SiriusXM will give FEMA access to secure bandwidth on SiriusXM’s proprietary satellite radio system to provide additional connectivity between FEMA and the National Public Warning System (NPWS) network.
Johnston County, Oklahoma, Flood Maps Become Final
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 12, 2023
News Release: DENTON, Texas - New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Jan. 11, 2024, for Johnston County, Oklahoma. 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.
FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight Baird Springs Fire in Washington
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 12, 2023
News Release: BOTHELL, Wash. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for the Baird Springs Fire burning in Grant County, Washington.
Protect Documents to Start Your Recovery if a Disaster Strikes
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 12, 2023
News Release: ST. CROIX, U.S. Virgin Islands - Once the immediate danger passes after a hurricane or other disaster, having important documents such as insurance policies and property records will be crucial to help you start the recovery process. Taking time now to safeguard critical documents will give you peace of mind, and help you avoid additional stress during the difficult days after a disaster.
TSA offers tips for fans departing Seattle-Tacoma International Airport following 2023 MLB All-Star Game
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 12, 2023
Release: SEATTLE - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is advising fans attending the 2023 Major League Baseball All-Star Game at T-Mobile Park in Seattle to know the rules of the game and come prepared for the security screening process on their trip home from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
FEMA Announces 2023 Youth Preparedness Council
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 12, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell announced the new group of dedicated young people who committed to engaging and advocating for preparedness as part of the 2023-2024 FEMA national Youth Preparedness Council.
TSA detected 18 firearms at Wisconsin airports in first six months of 2023 Most recently, firearms were brought to Milwaukee and Appleton checkpoints in the past week
By Homeland Newswire | Jul 12, 2023
Release: MILWAUKEE Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers stopped 18 handguns at Wisconsin airport security checkpoints from Jan. 1 through June 30, 2023. In the same period in 2022, 12 firearms were stopped.