Airport & Aviation Security
LAX Introduces Thermal Cameras to Check Passenger Temperatures
Los Angeles World Airports has launched its Terminal Wellness Project deploying thermal camera technology that can help identify travelers with an elevated body temperature.
Airport & Aviation Security
Leidos to Supply Antimicrobial Tray Technology to Edinburgh Airport
The antimicrobial technology is built into the security tray during the manufacturing process and continuously minimizes the presence of microbes throughout the security tray’s lifecycle.
Coronavirus
GAO Pinpoints Testing, Supply, Economic Issues in Federal Government’s Response to COVID-19
CDC reported incomplete and inconsistent data from state and jurisdictional health departments on the amount of viral testing occurring nationwide, making it more difficult to track and know the number of infections.
Emergency Preparedness
GAO: National Flood Insurance Program Fiscal Exposure Persists Despite Property Acquisitions
FEMA grants have been used to acquire and demolish flood-prone properties to help reduce flood damage. Reduced damage should lead to fewer or less costly claims for the National Flood Insurance Program, which FEMA also administers.
Government Reports and Summaries
GAO: Adding Military Vehicles, Bigger Production Doubled July Fourth Costs on National Mall in 2019
The estimated costs for the events held in 2016, 2017, and 2018 ranged from $6 million to $7 million annually. Estimated costs for the 2019 events on the National Mall increased to more than $13 million.
People on the Move
New Commander at Helm of Coast Guard 14th District
The Coast Guard 14th District held a change of command ceremony bidding farewell to Rear Adm. Kevin Lunday and welcoming Rear Adm. Matthew Sibley at Coast Guard Base Honolulu, Tuesday.
Coronavirus
OIG Reviews Early Experiences with COVID-19 at ICE Detention Facilities
The number of detainees in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) custody who have tested positive for COVID-19 has risen dramatically, from one detainee on March 25, 2020, to 1,312 detainees on May 26, 2020.
Information Technology
Dave Spirk Named DoD Chief Data Officer
Spirk is a former Marine and served most recently as the CDO for U.S. Special Operations Command. He has significant experience in the Intelligence Community and will play a critical role in executing the DOD Digital Modernization Strategy.
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