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United States Files Forfeiture Action to Recover Cryptocurrency Traceable to Fraud Scheme

News Release: This is the fourth civil forfeiture action filed seeking forfeiture of cryptocurrency traced to fraud schemes targeting Massachusetts victims


TSA prepared for end-of-summer and Labor Day weekend at SEA and nationally

Release: SEATTLE - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) anticipates more than 365,000 people will be screened through security checkpoints at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) during the Labor Day weekend travel period, which begins Friday, September 1 and runs through Wednesday, September 6. With sustained high passenger volumes, officials with TSA are encouraging travelers to plan ahead and be prepared for every step of the air travel experience.


Public press releases: Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement publishes 88 in August

There were 88 press releases published by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in August.


Stanislaus County Man Pleads Guilty to Passing Forged Treasury Bonds

News Release: SACRAMENTO, CA Ronnie Douglas Fleming, 37, of Keyes, pleaded guilty today to passing a counterfeit obligation of the United States, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.


Public Assistance for Houses of Worship

News Release: Houses of Worship and other nonprofit organizations may be eligible for FEMA assistance to reimburse their costs for emergency protective measures, debris removal and restoration of facilities damaged by the July severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides.


Disaster Recovery Centers to Close in Observance of Labor Day, Will Reopen September 5

News Release: All Disaster Recovery Centers across Vermont will be closed Monday, Sept. 4, 2023, in observance of Labor Day.


DHS Recruitment Event a Success

News Release: Over 2,400 attendees attended large-scale recruitment event in Arlington, Texas


President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Emergency Declaration for South Carolina

News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of South Carolina to supplement state, tribal and local response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Idalia beginning Aug. 29, 2023, and continuing.


President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Florida

News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Florida to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Idalia beginning on Aug. 27, 2023, and continuing.


Preservation Teams Show How to Salvage Family Treasures

News Release: FEMA “Save Your Family’s Treasures" preservation teams will continue their local demonstrations on how to safely handle and salvage your damaged items, using techniques taught by Heritage Emergency National Task Force conservation experts.


Richmond Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for After Investigators Discover His Collection of Nearly One Million Child Sexual Abuse Images

News Release: INDIANAPOLIS - David Julien, 65, of Richmond, Indiana, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to receipt of child sexual abuse material.


FEMA and MEMA Warn Disaster Survivors: Beware of Fraud Attempts

News Release: MADISON, Miss. - FEMA and the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) warn disaster survivors that fraud attempts often increase during recovery from natural disasters like the June tornadoes.


Biden-Harris Administration Responds to Hurricane Idalia, Encourages People to Be Vigilant to Post-Storm Risks

News Release: WASHINGTON -- Today, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell is in Florida and will survey damage from Hurricane Idalia with Gov. Ron DeSantis. Together with Gov. DeSantis, Administrator Criswell will meet with local officials, emergency response staff and meet with survivors. They will be surveying damage in Cedar Key and Horseshoe Beach following briefings at the state Emergency Operations Center in Tallahassee.


Special Local Regulation; St. Petersburg P-1 Grand Prix; Waters of Tampa Bay discussed on Aug. 30 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page rule on Aug. 30, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


FEMA Hosts Readiness Event for Older Adults

News Release: OAKLAND, Calif. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Center for Elders’ Independence (CEI) will host a Golden Ready Preparedness Forum for Older Adults on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at The California Endowment, 2000 Franklin St., Oakland, CA 94612.


Delaware Adopts FEMA-Approved Plan to Make State Stronger Against Disasters

News Release: PHILADELPHIA-- FEMA Region 3 and the state of Delaware are proud to announce the approval of Delaware’s 2023-2028 Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP). The state Hazard Mitigation Plan outlines risks and vulnerabilities faced by Delawareans, but also offers ideas and recommendations for protecting and improving resilience in the state.


Rutland Disaster Recovery Center to Close September 1

News Release: The Rutland Disaster Recovery Center will close permanently at 6 p.m., Friday, Sept. 1, 2023. The center is currently open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday (closed Sunday).


FEMA Hosts Readiness Event for Older Adults

News Release: OAKLAND, Calif. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Center for Elders’ Independence (CEI) will host a Golden Ready Preparedness Forum for Older Adults on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at The California Endowment, 2000 Franklin St., Oakland, CA 94612.


Disagree with FEMA? Know Your Options to Appeal

News Release: CHICAGO - Cook County residents who disagree with FEMA’s assistance decision have the option to submit an appeal and have their case reconsidered.


Biden-Harris Administration Urges Public to Stay on Alert, Stands Ready to Respond to Hurricane Idalia

News Release: WASHINGTON -- Under President Biden’s leadership, the Biden-Harris Administration has mobilized 1,500 federal personnel, more than 540 Urban Search and Rescue personnel and three Disaster Survivor Assistance Strike Teams to support states in the path of Hurricane Idalia. FEMA and the federal government...