CBP Border Patrol Stations and Ports of Entry in Southern California Generally Met TEDS Standards
Domestic Preparedness
February 14, 2022
Tthe U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Office of the Inspector General observed that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) generally operated in compliance with National Standards on Transport, Escort, Detention, and Search (TEDS).
FEMA Should Apply Lessons Learned from the STEP Pilot Program Implementation in Puerto Rico to Future Programs
Domestic Preparedness
February 10, 2022
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) did not ensure Puerto Rico effectively implemented the Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power Pilot Program following Hurricanes Irma and Maria in September 2017.
News Release: DHS S&T Posts 17 R&D Needs in Annual Long Range Broad Agency Announcement
Domestic Preparedness
February 10, 2022
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) posted the annual release of the Long Range Broad Agency Announcement, an open invitation to the scientific and technical communities to propose novel ideas that address DHS Components’ highest priority operational needs.
Essentials of a School-Based Crisis Response Plan
Mary Schoenfeldt
February 9, 2022
School crisis response plans come in a variety of formats. Although the structure may vary, the content must include the essentials for the plan to be usable and effective.
Secretary Becerra Announces New HHS Task Force to Prevent Human Trafficking
Domestic Preparedness
February 7, 2022
Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra publicly announced the formation of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Task Force to Prevent Human Trafficking (the Task Force). The Task Force will facilitate implementation of the priority actions HHS has committed to in President Biden’s National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking, as well as strengthen HHS’s human trafficking prevention and intervention efforts with a focus on partnerships, equity, and open data.
DHS Issues National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin
Domestic Preparedness
February 7, 2022
This NTAS Bulletin outlines the key factors that have increased the volatility, unpredictability, and complexity of the current threat environment, and highlights resources for individuals and communities to stay safe.
Juvare Becomes New Sponsor for Domestic Preparedness Journal
Domestic Preparedness
February 4, 2022
The Domestic Preparedness Journal would like to welcome Juvare as a new sponsor. Over 600 emergency management agencies, 50 Federal agencies, 4,000 hospitals and public health departments, as well as Fortune 500 companies and higher education institutions rely on Juvare emergency preparedness and emergency response solutions every day to track and manage all aspects of COVID-19.
DHS Launches First-Ever Cyber Safety Review Board
Domestic Preparedness
February 4, 2022
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the establishment of the Cyber Safety Review Board (CSRB), as directed in President Biden’s Executive Order 14028 on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity. The CSRB is an unprecedented public-private initiative that will bring together government and industry leaders to elevate our nation’s cybersecurity.
The Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense Receives $1.35 Million Grant to Help Take Preemptive Action Against Biological Threats to the United States
Domestic Preparedness
February 2, 2022
The Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense today announced receiving a $1.35 million grant from Open Philanthropy.
Top 10 Habits for Better Crisis Preparedness
Andrew (Andy) Altizer
February 2, 2022
Imagine an important grant application deadline approaching next month, delaying the submission for
a couple weeks, but then a critical incident happens (perhaps, something like a pandemic) that diverts
attention for weeks, months, or much longer. The routine tasks that require action are not performed in
a timely manner, and the deadline for that grant application is now gone. Developing some small habits
like prioritizing would have significant effect on productivity and effectiveness of response and
recovery efforts for a future crisis.
