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Department of Homeland Security Announces Distribution of More Than $290 Million in Congressional Funding for Communities Receiving Migrants
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), will publish a funding notice under the new Shelter and Services Program (SSP) for more than $290 million to 34 non-federal entities for temporary shelter and other eligible expenditures for migrants who have been processed and provisionally released from DHS custody while awaiting the outcome of their immigration proceedings. An additional $73 million will be made available later this summer.
Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on CBP Leadership Transitions
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
“I join Acting Commissioner Troy Miller in thanking Acting Deputy Commissioner Benjamine “Carry” Huffman and Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz for their invaluable service to our Department and am proud to announce the promotion of Pete Flores to serve as Acting Deputy Commissioner, Jason Owens to serve as the Chief of the Border Patrol, and Diane Sabatino to serve as the Acting Executive Assistant Commissioner for the Office of Field Operations.
DHS to Ban Imports from Two Additional PRC-Based Companies as Part of Its Enforcement of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA)
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
Today the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced new actions to keep forced labor practices out of the U.S. supply chain. The interagency Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force (FLETF), led by DHS, added two People’s Republic of China (PRC)-based companies to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List. Effective June 12, 2023, goods produced by Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co., Ltd. and Ninestar Corporation and eight of its Zhuhai-based subsidiaries will be restricted from entering the United States as a result of the companies’ participation in business practices that target members of persecuted groups, including Uyghur minorities in the PRC.
CISA Directs Federal Agencies to Secure Internet-Exposed Management Interfaces
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) today issued Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 23-02, Mitigating the Risk from Internet-Exposed Management Interfaces, which requires federal civilian agencies to remove specific networked management interfaces from the public-facing internet or implement Zero Trust Architecture capabilities that enforce access control to the interface within 14 days of discovery.
CISA and FBI Release Advisory on CL0P Ransomware Gang Exploiting MOVEit Vulnerability
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) today published a joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) with recommended actions and mitigations to protect against and reduce impact from CL0P Ransomware Gang exploiting MOVEit vulnerability (CVE-2023-3436).
U.S. and International Partners Release Comprehensive Cyber Advisory on LockBit Ransomware
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), and the cybersecurity authorities of Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, and New Zealand (CERT NZ, NCSC-NZ) today published a joint Cybersecurity Advisory entitled, Understanding Ransomware Threat Actors: LockBit. This joint advisory is a comprehensive resource with common tools; exploitations; and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used by LockBit affiliates, along with recommended mitigations for organizations to reduce the likelihood and impact of future ransomware incidents.
Request for Applicants for Appointment to the Surface Transportation Security Advisory Committee discussed on June 20 by Homeland Security Department
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on June 20, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Message from Deputy Secretary Tien on Transition from DHS
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
News Release: Team DHS -. After 26 years of combined federal service including three combat tours in Iraq and living apart from my family for the last two years, I have decided to return to Atlanta to re-join them there. As our Secretary so eloquently says, “when we serve, we all serve." As a result, I first thank ...
Prepare Now Ahead of Tropical Storm Bret
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- As Tropical Storm Bret continues developing in the Atlantic, FEMA urges residents and visitors in the Caribbean to prepare now, pay attention to the evolving forecast and listen to instructions from local authorities.
Two Weeks Remain to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance After March 31 Severe Storms and Tornadoes
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
News Release: LITTLE ROCK - Arkansas homeowners and renters in Cross, Lonoke and Pulaski counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred on March 31 have until July 3 to apply for disaster assistance from FEMA.
Homeland Security Department discusses Special Local Regulation; 39th Annual Sarasota P1 Powerboat Grand Prix; Gulf of Mexico on June 20
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a one page rule on June 20, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Safety Zone; Lake Erie, Cleveland, OH discussed on June 20 by Homeland Security Department
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a three page proposed rule on June 20, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Russian Nationals Charged With Hacking One Cryptocurrency Exchange And Illicitly Operating Another
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
News Release: Charges Brought by the Southern District of New York, the Northern District of California, and the Department of Justices Criminal Division
Lexington County Man Sentenced to 23 Years on Attempted Coercion and Enticement of a Minor
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
News Release: COLUMBIA, S.C - Christopher Michael Alexander, 32, of Gilbert, South Carolina, was sentenced to 23 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to attempted enticement of a minor for sexual activity, to be followed by a lifetime of supervision and registration as a sex offender.
Guam residents: Make Sure All the Necessary Paperwork is Included in Your Application
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
News Release: If you sustained damages or losses because of Typhoon Mawar, you may need to submit information or supporting documentation for FEMA to process an application for financial assistance.
Message from Secretary Mayorkas on the Retirement of Deputy Secretary John K. Tien
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
News Release: Deputy Secretary John Tien is an extraordinary patriot and public servant and a wonderful human being. On behalf of 260,000 of us throughout the Department of Homeland Security - across the country and around the world - I express our profound thanks to him for making our Department and all of us the ...
Deadline to Apply for FEMA Assistance is Approaching
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
News Release: OKLAHOMA CITY - Oklahomans affected by the April 19-20 straight-line winds, tornadoes and severe weather have received more than $2 million from FEMA. But time is running out for survivors to apply for disaster assistance. The last day to register for FEMA is June 23.
FEMA Awards Over $2.1 Million to Lowell General Hospital for COVID-19 Labor Costs
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
News Release: The Federal Emergency Management Agency will be sending more than $2.1 million to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to reimburse Lowell General Hospital for the cost of overtime labor during the COVID-19 pandemic.
One Week Remains to Apply for Federal Assistance in Broward County
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
News Release: LAKE MARY, Fla. - If your primary residence is in Broward County and you experienced damage or loss from the severe storms and flooding in April, don’t wait any longer. The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 27, 2023.
Prepare Now Ahead of Tropical Storm Bret
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 21, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- As Tropical Storm Bret continues developing in the Atlantic, FEMA urges residents and visitors in the Caribbean to prepare now, pay attention to the evolving forecast and listen to instructions from local authorities.