Latest news and press releases.
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DHS CWMD Securing the Cities Convenes a First-of-Kind Meeting for Senior State and Local Leaders
Last month, the DHS Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD) hosted a first-of-its-kind meeting of senior state and local officials to share best practices for protecting their citizens from radiological and nuclear (R/N) threats. These officials represented the 14 local jurisdictions that participate in CWMD’s Securing the Cities (STC) program. Senior officials from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration also joined the half-day virtual meeting.
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Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on Mass Shooting in Buffalo, NY
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement regarding the mass shooting in Buffalo, New York.
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DHS Announces $1.6 Billion in Preparedness Grants
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas announced $1.6 billion for eight Fiscal Year 2022 preparedness grant programs. Together, these programs provide critical funding to help state and local officials prepare for, prevent, protect against, and respond to acts of terrorism and other hazards. This funding is in addition to the $405.1 million announced last month for the Emergency Management Performance Grant Program.
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Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on the Confirmation of Admiral Linda L. Fagan as USCG Commandant
Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement following the Senate’s confirmation of Admiral Linda L. Fagan to serve as the 27th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard.
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Readout of DHS Secretary Mayorkas’s Meeting with Mexican Foreign Minister Ebrard
Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas met with Mexican Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard to discuss the shared challenge of migration throughout the region and the opportunities to advance economic development.
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DHS CWMD Assists to Keep the Boston Marathon Safe
On Apr 18, 2022, the DHS Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD) assisted state and local law enforcement with protecting Boston Marathon participants and observers.
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DHS Statement on Safety and Enforcement Following Recent Wildfires in the Southwest and Midwest
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is working with its federal, state, local, and non-governmental partners to support the needs of the areas affected by the devastating wildfires in New Mexico, Nebraska, and throughout the Southwest and Midwest.
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Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on the Administration’s C-UAS National Action Plan and Legislative Proposal
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement on the Administration’s Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) National Action Plan and legislative proposal.
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“Hack DHS” Program Successfully Concludes First Bug Bounty Program
DHS announced the results of its first bug bounty program. Through the “Hack DHS” program, vetted cybersecurity researchers and ethical hackers are invited to identify potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities in select external DHS systems. In the first phase of this program, more than 450 vetted security researchers identified 122 vulnerabilities, of which 27 were determined to be critical. DHS awarded a total of $125,600 to participants for identifying these verified vulnerabilities.
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Fact Sheet: DHS International Cybersecurity Efforts
President Biden has made cybersecurity a top priority for the Biden-Harris Administration at all levels of government. DHS plays a lead role in strengthening the nation’s cyber resilience, but cybersecurity is not limited by boundaries, borders, and jurisdictions. Protecting against cyber threats at home also requires collaborating with partners abroad and DHS agencies and offices also play a critical role in enhancing cybersecurity efforts worldwide.
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President Biden to Announce Uniting for Ukraine, a New Streamlined Process to Welcome Ukrainians Fleeing Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
The President will announce Uniting for Ukraine, a new streamlined process to provide Ukrainian citizens who have fled Russia’s unprovoked war of aggression opportunities to come to the United States, fulfilling President Biden’s commitment to welcome up to 100,000 Ukrainians and others fleeing Russia’s aggression as a result of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis
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DHS Extends COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Non-U.S. Travelers Entering the United States via Land Ports of Entry and Ferry Terminals
Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that it will extend temporary Title 19 requirements and continue to require non-U.S. travelers entering the United States via land ports of entry and ferry terminals at the U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada borders to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide related proof of vaccination upon request.
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Readout of Secretary Mayorkas’s Trip to Panama
From April 18-20, 2022, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas traveled to Panama City, Panama to attend a Ministerial Conference on Migration and Protection with Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and foreign and security ministers from throughout the region. During his visit, he met with President Laurentino Cortizo Cohen, Foreign Minister Erika Mouynes, and Public Security Minister Juan Manuel Pino, as well as representatives of international organizations, to discuss regional coordination in managing irregular migration.
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DHS CWMD Convenes BioWatch Advisory Committee Senior Leadership Meeting with State and Local Leaders
On April 5, the DHS Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD) hosted a meeting with over 80 senior state and local officials who support the BioWatch program in their respective jurisdictions. This meeting provided partners an update on the future of biodetection and a forum for participants to share best practices and exchange ideas across the BioWatch jurisdictions. On April 5, the DHS Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD) hosted a meeting with over 80 senior state and local officials who support the BioWatch program in their respective jurisdictions. This meeting provided partners an update on the future of biodetection and a forum for participants to share best practices and exchange ideas across the BioWatch jurisdictions.
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Secretary Mayorkas Designates Cameroon for Temporary Protected Status for 18 Months
Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the designation of Cameroon for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months.
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DHS Releases First-Ever Equity Action Plan
DHS announced the release of its DHS Equity Action Plan, which identifies seven focus areas to comprehensively advance equity across the Department.
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Summary of Resources for Law Enforcement Partners
DHS is fundamentally a department of partnerships. Our ability to execute our critical mission relies on the strength of our partnerships with you and our other key partners across the public and private sectors. Every day, you serve on the front lines to keep our communities safe. We are committed to ensuring you have the tools, resources, and support you need to continue doing so successfully.
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Secretary Mayorkas Honors DHS Employees with Annual Secretary’s Awards
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas today announced the winners of the 2022 DHS Secretary’s Awards, which will honor 876 employees from all 9 DHS component agencies and headquarters across 26 states, Guam, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, and Vietnam. These individuals have demonstrated a commitment to the DHS mission and exemplify the values of duty, honor, and excellence.
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Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on President Biden’s Nominations of Admiral Linda L. Fagan for USCG Commandant and Vice Admiral Steven D. Poulin for USCG Vice Commandant
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement on President Biden’s nominations of Admiral Linda L. Fagan to serve as the 27th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard and Vice Admiral Steven D. Poulin to serve as the 33rd Vice Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard.
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Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on CDC’s Title 42 Order Termination
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement in response to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) determination that it will, effective May 23, 2022, terminate its Title 42 public health Order.
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DHS and DOL to Supplement the H-2B Cap with Additional Visas for Second Half of Fiscal Year 2022
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Labor (DOL) announced the forthcoming publication of a joint temporary final rule to make available an additional 35,000 H-2B temporary nonagricultural worker visas for the second half of fiscal year (FY) 2022.
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Readout of U.S.-U.K. Joint Contact Group
On March 29 and 30, 2022, Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security John Tien hosted United Kingdom Home Office Permanent Secretary Matthew Rycroft for the U.S- U.K. Joint Contact Group (JCG).
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DHS Announces New Measures to Better Serve Transgender, Non-Binary, and Gender Non-Conforming Travelers
On International Trans Day of Visibility, DHS announced new measures to better serve all Americans, regardless of their gender identity. Through technology updates, process changes, and expanded partnerships, TSA and CBP are improving their screening procedures and ensuring they are conducted in a manner that respects the dignity of each individual. These measures are part of a concerted effort by the Biden-Harris Administration to advance equality for transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming Americans.
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Readout of Secretary Mayorkas’s Meeting with Home Minister Andrews of Australia
On March 28, 2022, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas held a virtual meeting with Australian Minister of Home Affairs Karen Andrews to discuss continued cooperation between the United States and Australia on efforts to increase cybersecurity preparedness and combat violent extremism.
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Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on the President’s Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
The Biden-Harris Administration today submitted to Congress the President’s Budget for Fiscal Year 2023. The President’s Budget details his vision to expand on the historic progress our country has made over the last year and delivers the agenda he laid out in his State of the Union address—to build a better America, reduce the deficit, reduce costs for families, and grow the economy from the bottom up and middle out. The President's Fiscal Year 2023 Budget for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is $97.3 billion, an increase of $6.5 billion from the Fiscal Year 2022 President’s Budget.