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Homeland Security Department discusses Safety Zone; Allegheny River Mile Markers 0.0-0.3, Pittsburgh, PA on June 6

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on June 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Advanced Imaging Technology installed at Gogebic-Iron County Airport

Release: IRONWOOD, Michigan A state-of-the-art Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT) machine has been installed at the Transportation Security Administration checkpoint at Gogebic-Iron County Airport (IWD).


Joint Guide to Securing Remote Access Software Released by CISA and Partners

News Release: Guide Helps Organizations Detect and Defend Against Malicious Actors Abusing Remote Access Software


Safety Zone; Annual Fireworks Displays Within the Sector Columbia River Captain of the Port Zone discussed on June 6 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page rule on June 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Homeland Security Department discusses Safety Zones; Annual Events in the Captain of the Port Buffalo Zone on June 6

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page rule on June 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Peters and Cornyn Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Screening of Vehicles and Cargo at Ports of Entry

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and John Cornyn (R-TX) reintroduced a bipartisan bill to improve screening of vehicles and cargo entering the United States by increasing the use of non-intrusive inspection systems,...


Dozens sentenced for their roles in Atlanta-based fraud and money laundering operation that stole over $30 million from individuals and companies

News Release: ATLANTA More than three dozen individuals have been sentenced for their involvement in a large-scale fraud and money laundering operation that targeted individuals, corporations, and financial institutions throughout the United States. The defendants used business email compromise schemes, romance fraud scams, and retirement account scams, among other frauds, to steal more than $30 million from numerous victims.


Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Suffolk County, Massachusetts

News Release: Boston, Massachusetts - Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps are available for review by residents and business owners in affected communities in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements.


Special Local Regulations; Marine Events Within the Fifth Coast Guard District-Cape May, NJ discussed on June 6 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page rule on June 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


FEMA Awards Additional $368.5 million in Hurricane Ida Public Assistance Grants

News Release: BATON ROUGE, La. - FEMA’s Public Assistance (PA) grant program is an essential source of funding for communities recovering from a federally declared disaster or emergency. To date, more than $1.8 billion has been obligated to the State of Louisiana for the Hurricane Ida recovery. This additional $368.5 million will help pay for travel trailers purchased by the state, debris removal in St. Tammany Parish and water remediation expenses for the Lafourche Parish School Board.


TSA stops gun at Gerald R. Ford International Airport

Release: GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers prevented a passenger from bringing a handgun onboard an airplane at Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) Saturday.


California Man Pleads Guilty in Identity Theft and Fraud Scheme

News Release: RICHMOND, Va. A Los Angeles, California, man pleaded guilty today to fraud and identity theft charges in connection with stealing the identity of the owner of a Richmond auto shop, Lotsey & Hardy Tire Company.


SAFECOM Releases Updated Introductory Presentation for Stakeholder Use

News Release: SAFECOM is constantly adapting to the evolutions of the emergency communications ecosystem. As such, SAFECOM updated the Introduction to SAFECOM presentation, which provides stakeholders with information on SAFECOMs history, goals, and structure. The presentation can be usedby SAFECOM members as a promotional...


Disaster Recovery Centers in Cleveland and McClain counties to Close June 10

News Release: OKLAHOMA CITY - FEMA and the State of Oklahoma Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Cleveland and McClain counties will close permanently June 10. The DRCs assist survivors affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes that occurred April 19-20. Those centers are located at...


Security Zone; Portland Rose Festival on Willamette River discussed on June 6 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page rule on June 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Special Local Regulations; Marine Events Within the Fifth Coast Guard District-Lower Township, NJ discussed on June 6 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page rule on June 6, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Suffolk County, Massachusetts

News Release: Boston, Massachusetts - Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps are available for review by residents and business owners in affected communities in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements.


Disaster Recovery Center Opens at Dededo Sports Complex

News Release: Guam residents who were affected by Typhoon Mawar can now apply for federal disaster assistance and get information on recovery in a Disaster Recovery Center at the Dededo Sports Complex.


Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations discussed on June 5 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page notice on June 5, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Informing and Inspiring the Next Generation of Cyber Talent Through Competition

News Release: Last week, U.S. Cyber Games began competition to identify and select the Season III, U.S. Cyber Team. Over the next few months, athletes aged 18-24 will compete in a series of events that will culminate with selecting the top cyber athletes in October for the Season III team to compete at the 2024 International Cybersecurity Challenge (ICC).I had the privilege of attending and speaking at the kickoff event for Season III, U.S. Cyber Open.