Fact Sheets Collection
Short documents with information about a particular issue or topic.
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Indicator Card
This card provides a brief list of common indicators of human trafficking, the difference between human smuggling and human trafficking, and a DHS reporting option.
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Biometric Technology Rally: Adapting to COVID-19 Fact Sheet
The Biometric and Identity Technology Center (BI-TC) serves as a resource for subject matter expertise in the science, methods, tools, and technologies used to recognize individuals and protect sensitive personal information.
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Next Generation Identity: Mobile Driver’s License Fact Sheet
Mobile Driver’s License (mDL) is an early front-runner, consisting of standardized technologies and processes that enable a digital-identity ecosystem that replicates and potentially improves upon physical identity credentials.
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Privacy Technology Demonstration Fact Sheet
Video technologies can enhance public safety and security, however there are legitimate concerns that these surveillance capabilities could be misused to recognize and track individuals.
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Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Technical Support Fact Sheet
This fact sheet outlines the National Urban Security Technology Laboratory's execution of test and evaluation (T&E) activities and technical advisory support for DHS S&T with a special focus on the assessment of counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UAS) technologies.
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Critical Infrastructure Resilience Institute (CIRI) Fact Sheet
From natural disasters to deliberate attacks by hostile entities, critical infrastructure systems face a myriad of challenges. CIRI’s interdisciplinary team delivers tools, technologies, and solutions to the businesses and public entities that own and operate critical systems.
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Preparing Communities for Recovery Following a Radiological Incident Fact Sheet
Following a radiological incident – such as a radiological dispersal device (RDD) detonation – community leaders would face many challenges, from determining the boundaries of potential radioactive contamination spread to restoring public access to those areas.
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Tip Sheet: How to Avoid Common Mailing Errors When Filing with the USCIS Lockbox
The CIS Ombudsman has worked with USCIS on the following tip sheet on how best to use the USCIS Lockbox. Please see the attached document for more information on best practices.
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National Terrorism Advisory System Sample Advisories
The National Terrorism Advisory System, or NTAS, replaced the color-coded Homeland Security Advisory System (HSAS) in 2011. Provided is a sample NTAS alert and a sample bulletin.
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The CIS Ombudsman's Webinar Series: USCIS Introduces Online Filing for Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, for F-1 Students Seeking Optional Practical Training
On May 5, 2021, DHS' Office of the CIS Ombudsman hosted a webinar about USCIS' online filing for Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization.