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Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Launches Employee Screening Pilot Programs at Seven Airports
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
This pilot program focuses on different elements at each airport and ranges from 100 percent physical employee and vehicle screening to evaluations for biometric access controls. read
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Offers Advice on Wi-Fi Security
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
This article provides helpful tips on how to protect yourself and your computer from hackers when using a public Wi-Fi network. read
First National Security Cutter Delivered to U.S. Coast Guard
Monday, May 12, 2008
Capable of executing the most challenging maritime safety and security missions around the globe, the USCGC Bertholf is the first of eight national security cutters planned to be built for the U.S. Coast Guard. read
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Continues to Promote Neighborhood Watch Programs at Waterfront
Tuesday, May 06, 2008
America's Waterway Watch program goes an extra step by calling on ordinary citizens who spend much of their time on America's waterways to assist in the War on Terrorism. read
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Announces New Aviation Security and Traveler Screening Enhancements
Monday, May 05, 2008
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has announced improvements aimed at strengthening the nation's aviation security while decreasing the "hassle factor" for travelers. read
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Announces a Change in the Way That U.S. Law Enforcement Agencies Share Information With the Law Enforcement National Data Exchange (N-DEx)
Monday, May 05, 2008
N-DEx is a national information-sharing system that allows agencies to search and analyze data, using automated capabilities to "connect the dots between people, places, and events." read
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) National-Level Exercise Begins in May
Monday, May 05, 2008
The purpose of NLE 2-08 is to exercise national capabilities to prepare and respond to multiple incidents, including both natural disasters and terrorist incidents. read
Department of Homeland Security Unveils Small-Vessel Security Strategy
Sunday, May 04, 2008
The Department of Homeland Security has announced a new Small-Vessel Security Strategy (SVSS) designed to close security gaps and reduce risks associated with the potential exploitation of small maritime vessels.
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Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Introduces Its New Evolution of Security Website
Monday, April 21, 2008
This website allows visitors to take a virtual tour of the new checkpoint design and to see how security has changed and evolved over the years. read
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air and Marine Division Dedicates National Training Facility
Monday, April 21, 2008
CBP Air & Marine dedicated its new national aviation training facility at the Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City. CBP deploys the world's largest law-enforcement air force to enhance homeland security and enforce immigration and customs laws. read
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Announces Bi-Coastal Launch of Millimeter Wave Imaging Technology
Monday, April 21, 2008
Millimeter wave - which detects weapons, explosives, and other threat items concealed under layers of clothing without any physical contact - is a promising alternative to the physical pat-down. read
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Fact Sheet: Protecting Our Federal Networks Against Cyber Attacks
Monday, April 14, 2008
This fact sheet outlines the Department's current measures for ensuring the security, resiliency, and reliability of the nation's information technology (IT) and communications infrastructure. read
Department of Homeland Security and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Release Preliminary Observations from National Exercise TOPOFF 4 (Top Officials)
Monday, April 14, 2008
The results of the briefings, combined with an initial analysis of exercise play and inputs from participating departments and agencies, were compiled into the official TOPOFF 4 Quick Look Report (QLR). read
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Exercises Waiver Authority to Expedite Advancements in Border Security
Monday, April 07, 2008
"Congress and the American public have been adamant that they want and expect border security. We're serious about delivering it, and these waivers will enable important security projects to keep moving forward." DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff. read
Department of Homeland Security Has Granted REAL ID Extensions to All U.S. Jurisdictions
Thursday, April 03, 2008
All 56 U.S. jurisdictions are ensured that driver's licenses and ID cards across the country will achieve a higher security standard, and all will continue to be acceptable for official purposes after the 11 May 2008 deadline. read
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Strengthens Preparedness Levels by Realigning Organizational Structures
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
This realignment will strengthen the regions, help partners to comprehensively build preparedness levels and priorities, and allow for even better service to customers and stakeholders. read
Centers for Disease Control Announces the Release of Public Health Emergency Law & Forensic Epidemiology Training Volume III
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
These self-contained training packages were developed for use by instructors in any jurisdiction in the United States that provides public health preparedness training to front-line practitioners. read
Homeland Security and State Departments Announce Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) Land and Sea Final Rule
Monday, March 31, 2008
"We are on course to implement and enforce the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, which is an important step forward in securing the homeland," said Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff. read
U.S. Customs and Border Protection and European Commission Adopt the Joint Roadmap Toward Mutual-Recognition Trade Partnership Programs
Monday, March 31, 2008
"This is an important step toward achieving the U.S. and EU's shared objective of enhancing supply-chain security," said CBP Deputy Commissioner Jayson Ahern. read
New Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Canine Program Will Significantly Enhance Air Cargo Security
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
The agency will train and certify more than 400 explosives-detection canine teams, each composed of one dog and one handler; the TSA teams will be deployed to U.S. airports with the greatest volume of cargo on passenger-carrying aircraft. read
Federal Emergency Management Agency Announces that the National Response Framework (NFR) Is in Effect
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
The NRF is designed to be scalable, flexible, and adaptable, and always in effect; the system articulates clear roles and responsibilities among local, state, and federal officials. read
TSA Names Douglas Hofsass as General Manager for Commercial Airports Security Division
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
TSA's commercial airports division enhances security by working collaboratively with airport-industry stakeholders to develop efficient and effective policies and programs for the nation's airports. read
United States and Germany Agree to Share Fingerprint Databases and Information on Known and Suspected Terrorists
Monday, March 17, 2008
The agreement gives the two countries mutual access to fingerprint databases for the purpose of determining if evidence in those databases could be helpful in criminal investigations and prosecutions. read
The U.S. Fire Administration Releases New Emergency Incident Rehabilitation Manual for Firefighters and Other Emergency Responders
Monday, March 17, 2008
This revised manual examines critical topics - including operational issues, human physiology, weather issues, & technology - related to emergency incident rehabilitation, & also addresses ways to better protect firefighters & other emergency responders. read
DHS Holds Cyber Storm II Exercise to Further Cyber Security Preparedness and Response Capabilities
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
The exercise will simulate a coordinated cyber attack on information technology, communications, chemical, and transportation systems and assets. read
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Announces Expansion of "Diamond" Self-Select Lanes
Monday, March 10, 2008
Self-Select Lanes are a series of lanes, designated by signage - Expert, Casual, and Family/Special Assistance - that direct passengers in accordance with their travel needs and knowledge. read
Fact Sheet: U.S. Department of Homeland Security Five-Year Anniversary Progress and Priorities
Sunday, March 09, 2008
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) tells how the department has grown over the last five years, but with its focus continuing to be protection of the U.S. homeland. read
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Evaluating Non-Traditional Alternatives to Trailers/Mobile Homes for Future Disaster Housing
Monday, March 03, 2008
The group evaluating the housing developed a comprehensive Housing Assessment Tool (HAT) designed to collect information on housing products and help FEMA determine whether the options proposed are suitable to meet disaster-housing needs. read
Fact Sheet: Border Security and Immigration Enforcement
Monday, March 03, 2008
Border security and immigration enforcement efforts include securing the border, interior enforcement, E-Verify, and No-Match letters. read
Newark Agriculture Specialists, CBP (Customs and Border Protection) Officers Continue to Protect U.S. Agriculture Industry
Sunday, March 02, 2008
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers and agriculture specialists continue to increase their enforcement efforts to protect the American agriculture industry, crops, food supplies, livestock, and economy. read
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