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Archive for May, 2011

Testimony of Rear Admiral Cook, Dir., Prevention Policy, USCG, and Calvin M. Lederer, Deputy Judge Advocate General, before House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure, Subcommittee on Coast Guard & Maritime Transportation,”Creating U.S. Maritime Industry Jobs by Reducing Regulatory Burdens”

Tuesday, May 24th, 2011
Rear Admiral Kevin S. Cook of the US Coast Guard discussed the Coast Guard’s regulatory program.

Statement for the Record of Philip Reitinger, Deputy Under Secretary, National Protection and Programs Directorate, before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee: “Protecting Cyberspace: Assessing the White House Proposal”

Monday, May 23rd, 2011
Philip Reitinger addressed the Administration’s legislative proposal to improve cybersecurity for the American people, our Nation’s critical infrastructure, and the Federal Government’s own networks and computers.

Department of Homeland Security Announces “If You See Something, Say Something™” Campaign Partnership with Washington State Ferries

Thursday, May 19th, 2011
Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today announced the expansion of the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) "If You See Something, Say Something™" public awareness campaign to the Washington State Ferries (WSF)—a partnership that will help to ensure the safety and security of riders, customers and crew members throughout the WSF system.

Readout of Secretary Napolitano’s Visit to Las Vegas

Thursday, May 19th, 2011
Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today visited Las Vegas to meet with small business owners and stakeholders and deliver remarks at the World Travel and Tourism Summit—reiterating the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) continued commitment to facilitating legitimate trade and travel while enhancing security and keeping the American public safe.

DHS Announces Grant Guidance for Fiscal Year (FY) 2011 Preparedness Grants

Thursday, May 19th, 2011
Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today announced the release of FY 2011 grant guidance and application kits for 12 DHS grant programs totaling $2.1 billion to assist states, urban areas, tribal and territorial governments, non-profit agencies, and the private sector in strengthening our nation's ability to prevent, protect, respond to and recover from terrorist attacks, major disasters and other emergencies. In FY 2011, DHS grants were reduced by $780 million from the FY 2010 enacted level, nearly a quarter of FY 2010 DHS grant funding.

The United States and New Zealand Sign Joint Statement on Global Supply Chain Security

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011
Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today joined New Zealand Foreign Minister Murray McCully to sign a joint statement on global supply chain security cooperation - further strengthening ongoing collaboration between the United States and New Zealand to promote economic prosperity and make the global supply chain system stronger, smarter and more resilient.

Statement of John Morton, Assistant Secretary, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement , before the Senate Committee on the Judiciary, Subcommittee on Immigration, Refugees and Border Security: “Improving Security and Facilitating Commerce at America’s Northern Border and Ports of Entry”

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011
Asst. Secretary John Morton of ICE appeared before Senate Committee on the Judiciary, Subcommittee on Immigration, Refugees and Border Security to discuss the efforts of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to secure the Northern Border of the United States.

Testimony of Alan Bersin, Commissioner, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Subcommittee on Immigration, Refugees and Border Security: “Improving Security and Facilitating Commerce at America’s Northern Border and Ports of Entry”

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011
Alan Bersin appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Subcommittee on Immigration, Refugees to discuss U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) efforts along the northern border.

Secretary Napolitano Announces the Extension of Temporary Protected Status for Haiti Beneficiaries

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011
Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti beneficiaries. This extension will be effective July 23, 2011 and is for an additional 18 months.

Readout of Secretary Napolitano’s Participation in National Police Week Events

Friday, May 13th, 2011
Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today joined U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Commissioner Alan Bersin and other Department of Homeland Security officials to commemorate National Police Week at the CBP Valor Memorial Service - honoring the memory of the fallen, and paying tribute to the DHS law enforcement personnel who serve the nation each day.