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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
FEMA: Building Science Sheets
April 28, 2022
This collection of documents provide guidance on the hazard-resistant provisions in the building codes for property owners, engineers, design professionals, building codes officials, and the general public.
Budget of the U.S. Government – Fiscal Year 2023
April 1, 2022
The Budget of the United States Government, Fiscal Year 2023 contains analyses that are designed to highlight specified subject areas or provide other significant presentations of budget data that place the budget in perspective.
Report to the Secretary of Homeland Security Domestic Violent Extremism Internal Review: Observations, Findings, and Recommendations
March 14, 2022
At Secretary Mayorkas’ direction, a cross-Departmental working group of senior officials conducted a comprehensive review of how to best prevent, detect, and respond to potential threats related to domestic violent extremism within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
CBP Border Patrol Stations and Ports of Entry in Southern California Generally Met TEDS Standards
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).
CBP Officials Implemented Rapid DNA Testing to Verify Claimed Parent-Child Relationships
February 14, 2022
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) piloted Rapid DNA technology to verify claimed parent-child relationships. ICE HSI implemented Rapid DNA testing at 11 locations across the southwest border.
FEMA Should Apply Lessons Learned from the STEP Pilot Program Implementation in Puerto Rico to Future Programs
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.
Countering Human Trafficking Year in Review
February 1, 2022
This DHS Countering Human Trafficking Year in Review reports on select accomplishments and advancements made by U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) offices and components in the last fiscal year, 1 October 2020 through 30 September 2021.
Nuclear Enterprise: DOD and NNSA Could Further Enhance How They Manage Risk and Prioritize Efforts
January 31, 2022
The U.S. nuclear enterprise comprises two portfolios managed by the Department of Defense (DOD) and the Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). DOD and NNSA have begun implementing some processes to improve risk management within their respective nuclear portfolios.
National LEPC-TEPC Handbook
January 31, 2022
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) developed this national handbook as a resource for local and tribal emergency planning committees (LEPCs and TEPCs) to strengthen community preparedness for accidental chemical releases. It compiles and expands upon existing guidance materials for the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) and its
U.S. Ports of Entry: Update on CBP Public-Private Partnership Programs
January 31, 2022
This fifth annual report updates key information from the Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) January 2021 report by examining the status of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) public-private partnership program agreements
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REPORTS
FEMA: Building Science Sheets
April 28, 2022
This collection of documents provide guidance on the hazard-resistant provisions in the building codes for property owners, engineers, design professionals, building codes officials, and the general public.
Budget of the U.S. Government – Fiscal Year 2023
April 1, 2022
The Budget of the United States Government, Fiscal Year 2023 contains analyses that are designed to highlight specified subject areas or provide other significant presentations of budget data that place the budget in perspective.
Report to the Secretary of Homeland Security Domestic Violent Extremism Internal Review: Observations, Findings, and Recommendations
March 14, 2022
At Secretary Mayorkas’ direction, a cross-Departmental working group of senior officials conducted a comprehensive review of how to best prevent, detect, and respond to potential threats related to domestic violent extremism within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
CBP Border Patrol Stations and Ports of Entry in Southern California Generally Met TEDS Standards
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).
CBP Officials Implemented Rapid DNA Testing to Verify Claimed Parent-Child Relationships
February 14, 2022
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) piloted Rapid DNA technology to verify claimed parent-child relationships. ICE HSI implemented Rapid DNA testing at 11 locations across the southwest border.
FEMA Should Apply Lessons Learned from the STEP Pilot Program Implementation in Puerto Rico to Future Programs
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.
Countering Human Trafficking Year in Review
February 1, 2022
This DHS Countering Human Trafficking Year in Review reports on select accomplishments and advancements made by U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) offices and components in the last fiscal year, 1 October 2020 through 30 September 2021.
Nuclear Enterprise: DOD and NNSA Could Further Enhance How They Manage Risk and Prioritize Efforts
January 31, 2022
The U.S. nuclear enterprise comprises two portfolios managed by the Department of Defense (DOD) and the Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). DOD and NNSA have begun implementing some processes to improve risk management within their respective nuclear portfolios.
National LEPC-TEPC Handbook
January 31, 2022
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) developed this national handbook as a resource for local and tribal emergency planning committees (LEPCs and TEPCs) to strengthen community preparedness for accidental chemical releases. It compiles and expands upon existing guidance materials for the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) and its
U.S. Ports of Entry: Update on CBP Public-Private Partnership Programs
January 31, 2022
This fifth annual report updates key information from the Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) January 2021 report by examining the status of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) public-private partnership program agreements
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