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At Domestic Preparedness, we strive to keep people informed and aware of the latest preparedness news. Please see below for more detailed reports we obtain each month from various resources.
REPORTS
Aviation Security: DHS and TSA Have Researched, Developed, and Started Deploying Passenger Checkpoint Screening Technologies, But Continue to Face Challenges
November 3, 2009
The GAO (Government Accountability Office) was asked to evaluate the extent to which TSA (Transportation Security Administration) used a risk-based strategy to prioritize technology investments, deploy new technologies, and keep key stakeholders informed. The GAO analyzed DHS and TSA plans and documents, conducted site visits to research laboratories and nine
Department of Defense (DOD) 2009 Annual Report to Congress on Joint Chemical and Biological Defense Programs (CBDP)
May 27, 2009
This report details the progress made over the last year to protect the United States & U.S. allies from current and emerging threats posed by weapons of mass destruction (WMD). http://www.acq.osd.mil/cp/cbdreports/cbdpreporttocongress2009.pdf
Top 100 Infrastructure Projects in the United States
May 26, 2009
CG/LA Infrastructure recently listed the top 100 infrastructure projects in the United States; the list focuses on projects that will generate long-term increased competitiveness in the U.S. economy. http://www.domesticpreparedness.com/userfiles/reports/top100projects.pdf
George Washington University Report on The H1N1 Influenza A Virus: A Test Case for a Global Response
May 4, 2009
This paper reviews the strategies, directives, and guidance documents that have been developed in recent years to meet the challenge of a long-anticipated global influenza outbreak. http://www.domesticpreparedness.com/userfiles/reports/HSPI_SPHHSReport.pdf
Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) GRaDER Guidance for Vendors
April 22, 2009
DNDO is now responsible for coordinating federal efforts to detect and protect against the unauthorized importation, possession, storage, transportation, development, or use of a nuclear explosive device, fissile material, or radiological material in the United States. http://www.dhs.gov/xres/programs/gc_1218652037345.shtm
Government Accountability Office (GAO) Report: Better Coordination with DHS and an Updated Accountability Framework Can Further Enhance Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Efforts to Meet Post-9/11 Responsibilities
April 20, 2009
The DEA has supported U.S. counterterrorism efforts by prioritizing narcoterrorism cases – drug-trafficking cases linked to terrorism – and by implementing other policies and actions, such as collecting terrorism-related intelligence from confidential informants and foreign partners. http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d0963.pdf
Government Accountability Office (GAO) – Freedom of Information Act: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Has Taken Steps to Enhance Its Program, but Opportunities Exist to Improve Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness
March 24, 2009
GAO says that DHS could increase efficiency through the implementation of internal monitoring and oversight, component-specific training, online status-checking services, the electronic dissemination of records, and electronic redaction. http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d09260.pdf
Government Accountability Office (GAO) – Influenza Pandemic: Sustaining Focus on the Nation’s Planning and Preparedness Efforts
March 24, 2009
GAO has conducted a body of work over the past several years to help the nation better prepare for, respond to & recover from a possible influenza pandemic. GAO found that leadership roles & responsibilities need to be clarified, tested, and coordinated. http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d09334.pdf
Government Accountability Office (GAO) Report: National Cybersecurity Strategy – Key Improvements Are Needed to Strengthen the Nation’s Posture
March 11, 2009
This report discusses the recommendations made by GAO that address the shortfalls related to key aspects of national cybersecurity strategy and its implementation. http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d09432t.pdf
Public Health Preparedness: Strengthening CDC’s (Centers for Disease Control & Prevention) Emergency-Response Capabilities
March 11, 2009
The key findings in this report summarize FY 2007 Terrorism Preparedness & Emergency Response (TPER)-funded public-health preparedness accomplishments and priorities as CDC continues to move forward toward its preparedness goal. http://emergency.cdc.gov/publications/jan09phprep/keyfindings/
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REPORTS
Aviation Security: DHS and TSA Have Researched, Developed, and Started Deploying Passenger Checkpoint Screening Technologies, But Continue to Face Challenges
November 3, 2009
The GAO (Government Accountability Office) was asked to evaluate the extent to which TSA (Transportation Security Administration) used a risk-based strategy to prioritize technology investments, deploy new technologies, and keep key stakeholders informed. The GAO analyzed DHS and TSA plans and documents, conducted site visits to research laboratories and nine
Department of Defense (DOD) 2009 Annual Report to Congress on Joint Chemical and Biological Defense Programs (CBDP)
May 27, 2009
This report details the progress made over the last year to protect the United States & U.S. allies from current and emerging threats posed by weapons of mass destruction (WMD). http://www.acq.osd.mil/cp/cbdreports/cbdpreporttocongress2009.pdf
Top 100 Infrastructure Projects in the United States
May 26, 2009
CG/LA Infrastructure recently listed the top 100 infrastructure projects in the United States; the list focuses on projects that will generate long-term increased competitiveness in the U.S. economy. http://www.domesticpreparedness.com/userfiles/reports/top100projects.pdf
George Washington University Report on The H1N1 Influenza A Virus: A Test Case for a Global Response
May 4, 2009
This paper reviews the strategies, directives, and guidance documents that have been developed in recent years to meet the challenge of a long-anticipated global influenza outbreak. http://www.domesticpreparedness.com/userfiles/reports/HSPI_SPHHSReport.pdf
Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) GRaDER Guidance for Vendors
April 22, 2009
DNDO is now responsible for coordinating federal efforts to detect and protect against the unauthorized importation, possession, storage, transportation, development, or use of a nuclear explosive device, fissile material, or radiological material in the United States. http://www.dhs.gov/xres/programs/gc_1218652037345.shtm
Government Accountability Office (GAO) Report: Better Coordination with DHS and an Updated Accountability Framework Can Further Enhance Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Efforts to Meet Post-9/11 Responsibilities
April 20, 2009
The DEA has supported U.S. counterterrorism efforts by prioritizing narcoterrorism cases – drug-trafficking cases linked to terrorism – and by implementing other policies and actions, such as collecting terrorism-related intelligence from confidential informants and foreign partners. http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d0963.pdf
Government Accountability Office (GAO) – Freedom of Information Act: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Has Taken Steps to Enhance Its Program, but Opportunities Exist to Improve Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness
March 24, 2009
GAO says that DHS could increase efficiency through the implementation of internal monitoring and oversight, component-specific training, online status-checking services, the electronic dissemination of records, and electronic redaction. http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d09260.pdf
Government Accountability Office (GAO) – Influenza Pandemic: Sustaining Focus on the Nation’s Planning and Preparedness Efforts
March 24, 2009
GAO has conducted a body of work over the past several years to help the nation better prepare for, respond to & recover from a possible influenza pandemic. GAO found that leadership roles & responsibilities need to be clarified, tested, and coordinated. http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d09334.pdf
Government Accountability Office (GAO) Report: National Cybersecurity Strategy – Key Improvements Are Needed to Strengthen the Nation’s Posture
March 11, 2009
This report discusses the recommendations made by GAO that address the shortfalls related to key aspects of national cybersecurity strategy and its implementation. http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d09432t.pdf
Public Health Preparedness: Strengthening CDC’s (Centers for Disease Control & Prevention) Emergency-Response Capabilities
March 11, 2009
The key findings in this report summarize FY 2007 Terrorism Preparedness & Emergency Response (TPER)-funded public-health preparedness accomplishments and priorities as CDC continues to move forward toward its preparedness goal. http://emergency.cdc.gov/publications/jan09phprep/keyfindings/
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