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Last Updated: May 17, 2009 - 12:42:55 PM |
Announcements
DHS Reminds Visa Waiver Program Travelers of ESTA Requirements Effective Today
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today reminded travelers from all Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries that they are now required to obtain approval through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior to traveling to the United States.
Jan 13, 2009 - 11:52:15 AM
Job Search
Job Fair: U.S. Border Patrol to Hold Recruiting Event in Bay City, Mich
The U.S. Border Patrol will hold a recruiting and hiring event in Bay City, Michigan Saturday, January 10, at the Double Tree Hotel at 600 Saginaw St. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m
Jan 9, 2009 - 2:42:46 AM
Announcements
Fact Sheet: Visa Waiver Program Expansion
The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) enables eligible citizens or nationals of certain countries to travel to the United States for tourism or business for stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa.
Nov 17, 2008 - 10:27:16 AM
Government Grants | Foundation Grants
DHS Awards $1.8 Billion in Preparedness Grants
The Department of Homeland Security announced approximately $1.8 billion in grants to bolster state, urban area and tribal government efforts to improve the nation’s readiness, response and recovery capabilities for both natural and man-made emergencies.
Jul 30, 2008 - 6:57:01 AM
Department of Homeland Security
Homeland Security on Passport Card Production
The U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced today that the new U.S. Passport Card is in full production and is now being distributed. The Passport Card is a convenient, wallet-sized document for land and sea travel between the United States and Mexico, Canada, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. It is not valid for international travel by air.
Jul 23, 2008 - 7:33:15 AM
Announcements
El Paso used-car dealer sentenced to 27 months sentenced to 27 months in prison for Illegally Depositing Cash
ICE, IRS investigation revealed businessman structured more than $740,000 in cash deposits
Jun 19, 2008 - 8:41:05 PM
Department of Homeland Security
Border Patrol Agent Seize Half Ton of Marijuana During Past Week
U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Del Rio Sector seized nearly 1,000 pounds of marijuana, in five separate incidents, over the past week.
May 19, 2008 - 6:58:26 AM
Job Search
Government Jobs: Border Patrol Virtual Job Fair Opens New Frontier for CBP Applicants
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the largest uniformed law enforcement agency in the country, has launched a "Virtual Job Fair" to fill 2,200 mission support and operational support positions ranging from entry-level to mid-career jobs located throughout the U.S.
Apr 4, 2008 - 2:59:25 PM
Department of Homeland Security
Update: Biometric Changes For Re-entry Permits and Refugee Travel Documents
WASHINGTON –U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued revised instructions for USCIS Form I-131, Application for Travel Document. The instructions include changes, which will become effective March 5, 2008, that require applicants for re-entry permits and refugee travel documents to provide biometrics (e.g., fingerprints and photographs) at a USCIS Application Support Centers (ASC) for background and security checks and requirements for secure travel and entry documents containing biometric identifiers.
Mar 13, 2008 - 2:42:51 PM
Announcements
DHS Signs VISA Waiver Program Agreements with Estonia and Latvia
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Michael Chertoff signed today Visa Waiver Program (VWP) Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) with Estonian Minister of Internal Affairs Juri Pihl in Tallinn, Estonia, and with Latvian Minister of Foreign Affairs Maris Riekstins in Riga, Latvia. The agreements outline security enhancements that put both countries on the path toward visa-free travel to the U.S., and possible designation as VWP members later this year.
Mar 12, 2008 - 5:42:40 PM
Department of Homeland Security
Backpackers Smuggling Dope: Border Patrol Agents Apprehend Backpackers
Ground agents responded to the discovery and found six marijuana bundles in the backpacks; they took custody of the subjects and narcotics.
Mar 4, 2008 - 6:45:33 AM
Announcements
2008 Homeland Security Science & Technology Conference West: First Responders Attend Free
The California Office of Homeland Security is pleased to announce the 2008 Homeland Security Science & Technology Conference West, "Putting First Responders First," presented by the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA), is providing free admission to all uniformed and credentialed first responders. The conference is hosted by the State of California Governor's Office of Homeland Security with key participation by the US Department of Homeland Security Science & Technology Directorate on January 14-17, 2008 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
Jan 9, 2008 - 6:36:14 PM
Announcements
Counterfeit Microsft Computer Products Snabbed
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at the Savannah Port of Entry have seized over $100,000 in computer keyboards with counterfeit Microsoft "flag" logos.
Dec 17, 2007 - 9:57:32 AM
Announcements
Singapore to Scan U.S.-Bound Cargo as Part of Secure Freight Initiative
The United States and Singapore today arranged to cooperate on the Secure Freight Initiative, a joint effort of the Department of Homeland Security’s U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration and the U.S. Department of State aimed at keeping radioactive weapons out of U.S.-bound cargo
Dec 17, 2007 - 9:53:04 AM
Cyber Alert
Cyber Alert: RealNetworks RealPlayer ActiveX Playlist Vulnerability
RealNetworks RealPlayer for Microsoft Windows contains a vulnerability that could allow an attacker to take control of your computer when you visit a malicious web site.
Oct 24, 2007 - 7:36:16 PM
Cyber Alert
Cyber Alert: Adobe Updates for Microsoft Windows Vulnerability
Microsoft Windows XP and Server 2003 systems with Internet Explorer 7 contain a vulnerability that could allow an attacker to take control of your computer by convincing you to open a malicious PDF document. Public reports indicate that this vulnerability is being actively exploited.
Oct 24, 2007 - 7:34:16 PM
Government Grants | Foundation Grants
Homeland Security Nonprofit Grant Opportunity
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the fiscal year (FY) 2007 Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) awards. These awards, required by Congress, total more than $24 million and support target hardening and security screening activities in select non-profit organizations that are deemed at high-risk of a potential terrorist attack.
Oct 1, 2007 - 7:40:07 AM
Department of Homeland Security
Nearly 1 Billion in Grants for First Responder Communications to Be Announced Today
The PSIC Grant Program will assist public safety agencies in the acquisition, deployment, and training of interoperable communications systems to enhance interoperable communications of voice, data, and or video signals. Commerce
will award grants by September 30, 2007, as required by the Call Home Act of 2006.
Jul 18, 2007 - 6:38:09 AM
Government Grants | Foundation Grants
Grant Notice:FY 2007 Homeland Security Preparedness Technical Assistance Program
The Homeland Security Preparedness Technical Assistance Program (HSPTAP) is a capabilities-based program that is structured to build and sustain State and local capacity in preparedness activities.
Jun 29, 2007 - 6:31:35 AM
Department of Homeland Security
NSA and DHS Announce the 2007 Designation of the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education
The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security(DHS) jointly announce the designation of the following universities as National Centers of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Educationfor academic years 2007 through 2012.
Jun 28, 2007 - 6:32:08 AM
Announcements
Passport Update: U.S. Citizens with Pending Passport Applications Allowed Temporary Travel Flexibility
The U.S. Departments of State and Homeland Security announced June 8, 2007 that U.S. citizens traveling to Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda who have applied for but not yet received passports can nevertheless temporarily enter and depart from the United States by air with a government issued photo identification and Department of State official proof of application for a passport through September 30, 2007.
Jun 10, 2007 - 7:35:12 PM
Department of Homeland Security
CBP Launches Third Northern Border Air Branch
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) launched the Great Falls Air Branch today at Great Falls International Airport. As part of a northern border security strategy, this is the third of five planned facilities to augment CBP's northern border security capabilities with air and marine law enforcement, surveillance and airspace security authorities.
Oct 16, 2006 - 8:34:00 PM
Department of Homeland Security
September is National Preparedness Month-Hundreds of Events and Activities across the Country Promote Emergency Preparedness
The goal of National Preparedness Month is to educate Americans about the importance of emergency preparedness and encourage individuals to take action. Throughout the year, DHS promotes individual emergency preparedness through the Ready Campaign and Citizen Corps as part of a broader national effort conducted by the department's Directorate for Preparedness.
Sep 5, 2006 - 8:49:00 AM
Department of Homeland Security
Dept. of Homeland Security Adjusts Threat Level from Red to Orange For In-Bound Flights from the UK
Effective immediately, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced an adjustment in the aviation threat level from RED to ORANGE for flights from the United Kingdom to the United States. There will not be any operational changes for domestic flights in the United States. Thus, the U.S. threat level remains at ORANGE, or High, for all domestic and international flights. The ban on liquids and gels in carry on baggage remains in full effect.
Aug 14, 2006 - 6:38:00 AM
Department of Homeland Security
Lebanese-US Government Cooperate and Disrupt Plan to NY-NJ Transportation System
Washington, D.C. - Working closely with the Intelligence/Information Directorate within the Internal Security Forces of Lebanon and with other foreign law enforcement and intelligence partners, we have disrupted a terrorist network that was in the planning stages of an attack against the transportation system in the New York-New Jersey area.
Jul 7, 2006 - 2:41:00 PM
