http://www.dhs.gov/ Department of Homeland Security News 1 Dec 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/graphics/print_logo.gif http://www.dhs.gov/ http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1228164690452.shtm 1 Dec 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1228164690452.shtm Statement by Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff on the designation of Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano as Homeland Security Secretary on December 1, 2008. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227650120688.shtm 25 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227650120688.shtm On behalf of General O’Dell and all the staff in the Office of the Federal Coordinator, I want to start by thanking all of those participating in today’s announcement - Deputy Secretary of Veteran’s Affairs Gordon Mansfield; Mayor Ray Nagin; LSU President Dr. John V. Lombardi; Executive Director of the Louisiana Recovery Authority Paul Rainwater; and of course the Assistant Administrator for FEMA's Gulf Coast Recovery Office Jim Stark. Without each of you, and many dedicated staff and volunteers working diligently behind the scenes, this monumental announcement would not be taking place. Thank you. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227546762516.shtm 24 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227546762516.shtm The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced today new information requirements on maritime cargo destined for the United States. The Importer Security Filing and Additional Carrier Requirements interim final rule will require maritime cargo carriers and importers to submit additional data to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before vessels are permitted entry into the country. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227548591399.shtm 24 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227548591399.shtm The Importer Security Filing and Additional Carrier Requirements interim final rule will help prevent terrorist weapons from being transported to the United States by requiring both importers and carriers to submit additional cargo information to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before the cargo is brought into the United States by vessel. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227559856346.shtm 24 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227559856346.shtm Federal Coordinator Douglas O'Dell and the Office of the Federal Coordinator for Gulf Coast Rebuilding (OFC) team were recognized today by U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff at the Fourth Annual Secretary's Honor Awards. The 16-member OFC team was honored with three awards—two Secretary's Awards for Team DHS Excellence. Additionally, Secretary Chertoff selected Paul T. Conway, OFC's Chief of Staff, to receive one of the Secretary's Silver Medals, the second highest award at the Department of Homeland Security. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227217063359.shtm 20 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227217063359.shtm U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff honored the department's 218,000 employees during its fourth annual awards ceremony on November 20, 2008 to recognize the many accomplishments of its men and women. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227124333480.shtm 18 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227124333480.shtm General Douglas O’Dell, Federal Coordinator for Gulf Coast Rebuilding, told experts gathered for a rental housing roundtable discussion that their ideas were key in helping restore, rebuild and build affordable rental housing for the residents of Louisiana on Tuesday, November 18, 2008. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226955842674.shtm 17 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226955842674.shtm The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is working to strengthen General Aviation (GA) security to further minimize the vulnerability of GA aircraft flights being used to deliver illicit materials, transport dangerous individuals or employ aircraft as a weapon. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227014344242.shtm 17 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227014344242.shtm Secretary Chertoff and Irish Minister for Transportation Noel Dempsey spoke on the aviation preclearance agreement on November 17, 2008 in Washington, D.C. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226939524527.shtm 17 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226939524527.shtm U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff signed an agreement on new aviation preclearance security operations with Irish Minister of Transport Noel Dempsey. The agreement broadens U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operations in Shannon and Dublin, Ireland, to include full preclearance of commercial and private air passenger flights destined for the United States. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226943980107.shtm 17 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226943980107.shtm U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has enacted new rules changing the procedure for private aircraft to provide advance notice of their intended arrival or departure, and submit manifests of the persons on board. Private aircraft are defined as any aircraft, other than government or military, which are not engaged in carrying passengers or cargo for compensation. The new process is similar to the one currently in use by commercial aircraft and will standardize advance notice procedures for all CBP airports of entry. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227637223871.shtm 17 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227637223871.shtm Remarks by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff and TSA Administrator Kip Hawley at the Aviation Security Blogger Roundtable on Monday, November 17, 2008. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227017943465.shtm 17 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1227017943465.shtm Secretary Chertoff discussed aviation security measures at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, D.C. on November 17, 2008. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226943273725.shtm 17 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226943273725.shtm The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced additional measures to strengthen private aircraft security by requiring more detailed information about arriving and departing private aircraft and persons onboard, within a timeframe necessary for the department to assess the risks that certain flights may pose to national security. The Advance Information on Private Aircraft Arriving and Departing the United States final rule expands on existing regulations and is part of a comprehensive effort to strengthen general aviation security. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226931856715.shtm 17 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226931856715.shtm The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) enables eligible citizens or nationals of certain countries to travel to the United States for tourism or business for stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa. The program is administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and was recently expanded to include seven new allies to the list of countries authorized to participate in the VWP. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226611203693.shtm 13 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226611203693.shtm On January 12, 2009, eligible citizens or nationals from all Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries must obtain approval through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior to traveling to the United States under the VWP the U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced on November 13, 2008. On Monday, November 17, 2008, DHS will formally announce the addition of seven allies to the list of countries authorized to participate in the VWP. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226679886957.shtm 13 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226679886957.shtm General Douglas O’Dell, federal coordinator for Gulf Coast Rebuilding, today announced a $7.5 million grant through the U.S. Department of Labor for training workers for the high-skill, high-wage jobs New Orleans will provide in its growing economy. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226681501955.shtm 13 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226681501955.shtm FEMA and the Office of the Federal Coordinator for Gulf Coast Rebuilding launched the second phase of a major Web site initiative on government transparency, showing what federal funding has been spent or set aside for the recovery of schools, hospitals, fire and police stations and other efforts. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226590026515.shtm 13 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226590026515.shtm The Department of Homeland Security announced security standards for freight and passenger rail systems on November 13, 2008. http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226590692881.shtm 13 Nov 2008 07:00:00 EST http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1226590692881.shtm This fact sheet explains the TSA's security standards for freight and passenger rail systems.