Update to the Vessel Cyber Risk Management Work Instruction
The Work Instruction was updated to include a compliance timeline for Non Safety Management System vessels that are subject to the Marine Transportation Safety Act of 2002. Keep Reading
Top Wildfire Management Groups Name 2021 National Wildfire Mitigation Awardees
The Wildfire Mitigation Awards committee has named the three individuals chosen to receive 2021 Wildfire Mitigation Awards. This year’s recipients have earned the highest commendation for innovation and leadership in wildfire mitigation. Keep Reading
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Based on the scientific information that continues to be made available over the course of the pandemic, the USDA and FDA continue to be confident in the safety of the food available to American consumers and exported to international customers. Keep Reading
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GSA’s Second-Generation IT (2GIT) Governmentwide BPA Streamlines Process for Buying IT Products
The U.S. General Services Administration announced the re-awarding of its 2nd Generation Information Technology (2GIT) Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) to more than 70 industry partners, which includes more than 50 small businesses. Keep Reading
Former NYPD Officer Charged with Assaulting D.C. Cop with USMC Flagpole During Capitol Attack
Webster allegedly pinnned the officer to the ground while he forcibly trying to remove the officer’s face shield and gas mask. According to the affidavit, the officer could not breathe during the assault because he was being choked by his chinstrap. Keep Reading
CISA Releases Joint Cybersecurity Advisory on Exploitation of Accellion File Transfer Appliance
Worldwide, actors have exploited the vulnerabilities to attack multiple federal and state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) government organizations as well as private industry organizations including those in the medical, legal, telecommunications, finance, and energy sectors. Keep Reading
USCIS Reverts to the 2008 Version of the Naturalization Civics Test
USCIS determined the 2020 civics test development process, content, testing procedures, and implementation schedule may inadvertently create potential barriers to the naturalization process. Keep Reading
DHS Announces Processing of Current Residents of Mexico’s Matamoros Camp into the U.S.
This registration and process will be done as quickly as possible with strict enforcement of health and safety protocols and the most vulnerable prioritized for immediate review. Keep Reading
Weekly Update: TSA Firearm Detections
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers have caught four guns within 12 days at Pittsburgh International Airport with the latest catch taking place on Monday, February 15. Keep Reading
CISA and AVANGRID Conduct Virtual Exercise to Improve Emergency Response and Recovery Plans
The tabletop exercise tested short-term and long-term recovery plans, business continuity, internal information sharing and communication plans in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Keep Reading
CISA Announces New Enhanced Cybersecurity Services Provider
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SBA Prioritizes Smallest of Small Businesses in the Paycheck Protection Program
Starting February 24, the Small Business Administration will establish a 14-day exclusive Paycheck Protection Program loan application period for businesses and nonprofits with fewer than 20 employees. Keep Reading
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ICAO and WCO Develop New Guidelines to Aid Cargo Security as Vaccine Distribution Ramps Up
The International Civil Aviation Organization and the World Customs Organization have called for maximum flexibility with respect to border clearance and air transport supply chain operations essential to the effective distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. The two agencies have also developed new guidelines to help countries achieve better alignment of their customs and security procedures. Keep Reading
U.K. Government Launches Digital Process to Help Hong Kong Residents Relocate to Britain
The U.K. government is allowing Hong Kong residents to relocate to the United Kingdom following concerns of citizen safety and has launched an app to make the process easier. Keep Reading
European Research Project Examines Technologies to Protect Airports from Drones
The project aims to identify possible technologies, procedures and regulations that could help better safeguard against drone incursions and/or can help airports recover from any disruptions as quickly and as efficiently as possible. Keep Reading
FAA Seeks TRUST Administrators for Drone Pilot Tests
The Federal Aviation Administration has opened the application period for entities interested in serving as test administrators for The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST). TRUST will provide recreational drone flyers with information on best practices and educational resources to ensure safe drone operations. Keep Reading