News Release: DHS S&T Awards Funds to Brooklyn Startup Developing Flood Analytics Tech
Domestic Preparedness
March 10, 2023
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) announced a Phase 1 Other Transaction award of $195,260 to Cloud to Street (commercially conducting business as Floodbase), a Brooklyn, New
DHS Releases FY23 Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention Notice of Funding
Domestic Preparedness
March 10, 2023
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today released the Fiscal Year 2023 Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention (TVTP) Grant Program Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Administered by the DHS Center for
Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on the President’s Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
Domestic Preparedness
March 10, 2023
The Biden-Harris Administration today released the President’s Budget for Fiscal Year 2024, which provides $60.4 billion in discretionary funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and an additional $20.1 billion for the Disaster Relief Fund to address major disasters. The FY 2024 Budget invests in border security, cybersecurity, maritime security, natural disaster recovery and resilience, and other critical DHS missions.
Leader of the Pack – Canine Detection
Barb Clark
March 8, 2023
In the wake of a disaster, time is critical for locating survivors and recovering bodies. This type of work requires training, skills, and abilities acquired by canines due to their unique anatomy and physiology. However, there are key considerations before implementing K9 programs.
Fostering Public Buy-In to Support Public Safety
Taylor Bonsall-Winn
March 8, 2023
Emergency managers often go unnoticed until a disaster occurs. However, disaster response efforts are much more effective when communities work together and trust their local responding agencies. Learn how one county has changed its mindset to develop stronger community partnerships and buy-in before the next disaster.
The National Center for Disaster Medicine and Public Health 2022 Annual Report
Domestic Preparedness
March 7, 2023
The 2022 Annual Report showcases many of the Center’s accomplishments and outlines plans for 2023.
Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on President Biden’s National Cybersecurity Strategy
Domestic Preparedness
March 7, 2023
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement on President Biden’s National Cybersecurity Strategy:“This National Cybersecurity Strategy establishes a clear vision for a secure cyberspace. The Department
