Policy
Bill proposes giving more authority to Intelligence Community Inspector General
Legislation introduced by U.S. Rep. Rick Crawford (R-AR) and U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R- IA) would provide the Inspector General for the Intelligence Community with critical law enforcement authority to carry out its oversight mission, lawmakers said. The Intelligence Community Inspector... Read More »
ICE, CBP funded for the next three fiscal years
President Donald Trump signed into law Wednesday legislation that fully funds U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for the next three fiscal years. The Secure America Act provides $2.5 billion to DHS for unexpected and unplanned... Read More »
Legislation seeks to fund cyber information sharing program
U.S. Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) introduced legislation to fund a cybersecurity renounces and monitoring program, while urging the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to prioritize cyber security for states across the country. Warner introduced the Guaranteeing Universal Access to Cybersecurity... Read More »
Legislation introduced to protect American Wi-Fi from foreign adversaries
U.S. Rep. Bob Latta (R-OH) and Troy Carter, Sr. (D-LA) introduced legislation recently that would adopt a clear strategy to defend American Wi-Fi services. The legislation, the Advancing American Wi-Fi Against Foreign Adversaries Act, would strengthen coordination between the National... Read More »
Trump signs executive order to strengthen customs enforcement, combat trade fraud
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday directing federal agencies to strengthen customs enforcement and crack down on trade fraud, customs violations, and illicit imports entering the United States. The order directs the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and U.S.... Read More »
CISA, partners urge hardening of systems surrounding automatic tank gauges
In a recent bulletin, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) joined its partner organizations to alert users of malicious cyber activity targeting U.S.-based automatic tank gauge (ATG) systems. In partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the National... Read More »
Legislation introduced to strengthen American cybersecurity infrastructure
U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL) introduced legislation last week aimed at strengthening the resilience of the country’s cybersecurity infrastructure. The Strengthening Cyber Resilience Against State-Sponsored Threats Act will create a joint interagency Task force led by Cybersecurity and... Read More »
New York bill strengthening public safety signed into law
Legislation in New York strengthening public safety across the state was signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul recently. The legislation cracks down on illegal 3D-printed ghost guns and DIY machine guns, as well as invests in crime-fighting technology and enhances emergency preparedness response... Read More »
CISA updates schedule for town halls on Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act rulemaking
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released a revised schedule on Tuesday for a series of virtual town hall meetings. The meetings are intended to gather stakeholder input on the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022 (CIRCIA) rulemaking. CIRCIA... Read More »
U.S. Secretary of Commerce appoints Florida sheriff as chair of FirstNet authority board
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick announced he had appointed Sheriff Michael Adkinson, Jr. to serve as the chairman of the Board of the First Responder Network Authority, or FirstNet Authority. Lutnick praised Adkinson’s leadership and experience in making the appointment. The First... Read More »
Legislation would restore retirement benefits to CBP officers
Bipartisan legislation that would restore enhanced retirement benefits to certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers passed the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform recently. Introduced by U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), the legislation, the U.S. Customs and Border... Read More »
Legislation dedicating TSA fees to airport, aviation safety garners support from industry
Legislation that would ensure certain fees collected on plane tickets would go to strengthening aviation and airport security is gaining support from the aviation industry. Leaders from across the industry have expressed their support for the “Spending Aviation Fees for Equipment,... Read More »
House passes bill fully funding care for US veterans, families
The House approved legislation last week that will fully fund care for American veterans and their families, lawmakers said. The Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2027 outlines how $157 billion in discretionary allocation should be spent. The... Read More »
Counterterrorism subcommittee advances DHS intelligence, analysis legislation
U.S. Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX), chair of the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, forwarded a package of bipartisan bills aimed at reforming the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A). I&A’s focus since its establishment in 2004 has... Read More »
Congress members advocate for federal plan to address internet vulnerabilities
A bipartisan delegation of 35 lawmakers recently sent a letter to National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross, urging the Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD) to develop a federal-industry plan that prepares for a large increase in vulnerability disclosures discovered by advanced artificial... Read More »
Rep. Garbarino asks for more information on university cyberattacks
U.S. Rep. Anderw Garbarino (R-NY) is asking for more information on two cyber intrusions that impacted platforms used by nearly 9,000 schools and universities. In a letter to Instructure Holdings, Inc., Garbarino, chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security, asked for information about... Read More »
FEMA coordinating with federal, state, local partners over FIFA World Cup
Representatives with the Federal Emergency Management Agency said the agency is actively working with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial and private-sector partners to ensure America is ready for the FIFA World Cup 2026 events. FEMA officials said they had been working with partners for... Read More »
Tool helps agencies with C-UAS purchasing
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) designs resource for first responders and security agencies. The C-UAS Purchasing Tool provides a standardized framework to help national security and public safety agencies with the purchase of counter unmanned... Read More »
Legislation would stop China from purchasing U.S. farmland, lawmakers say
U.S. Rep. John Moolenaar (R-MI) said his legislation would protect national security interests by preventing foreign adversaries like China from purchasing American farmland and real estate near sensitive national security sites. The legislation, the Protecting U.S. Farmland and Sensitive Sites... Read More »
America First legislation concerning Foreign Military Financing introduced
U.S. Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL), chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, introduced legislation recently that would give the U.S. State Department the authorization to fund arming U.S. partners and allies that put “America first.” Mast’s legislation, Foreign Military Financing Loan... Read More »
FEMA to award $1.1B for flood mitigation
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently opened the application period for $1.1 billion in Flood Mitigation Assistance program funding. The program funds community-led projects that reduce or eliminate the risk of repetitive flood damage to structures and buildings insured by the... Read More »
Legislation to strengthen data security, protect public officials introduced
Legislation that would protect public servants across all levels of government introduced. U.S. Rep. French Hill (R-AR) and Dan Goldman (D-NY) introduced the Providing Resources and Oversight to Ensure Confidentiality of Those who serve (PROTECT) Act to strengthen data security and prevent... Read More »
Defense Department shows off Golden Dome progress
Officials with the U.S. Department of Defense, referred to by the Trump administration as the Department of War, and other federal agencies gathered Thursday at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story to show off the DoW’s progress on Golden Dome for America. Golden Dome is President... Read More »
U.S. Army requests $253B for 2027 budget
The U.S. Army’s proposed $253 billion fiscal year 2027 budget includes increases for operations, procurement, research and personnel. The budget proposal includes a 28.7 percent discretionary increase in procurement funding. This includes a $3.1 billion request to modernize the Army’s... Read More »
House Appropriations Committee approves military construction, Veterans Affairs act
The House Appropriations Committee unanimously approved legislation covering military construction and Veterans Affairs for the 2027 Fiscal Year, officials said Tuesday. The legislation, The Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill, includes $157 billion... Read More »
State, Justice Departments convene 35 governments to take action against Iranian terrorism
The U.S. Departments of State and Justice convened the fifth meeting of the Countering Transnational Terrorism Forum in Budapest, Hungary to take action to counter Iranian terrorism. The meeting brought together 35 governments from the Americas, Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Europe to... Read More »
Legislation reauthorizes small business defense innovation, technology programs
The Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, which became law earlier this month, reauthorized the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. The SBIR and STTR programs award research and development grants to American small... Read More »
CBP launches Mobile Passport Control at four Washington state border crossings
U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced the launch of Mobile Passport Control at four pedestrian border crossings in Washington state. The MPC mobile app allows U.S. citizens, and others, to use their mobile devices to submit passport and travel information in advance, which will speed up... Read More »
Space Force CSO debuts vision for force through 2041
Gen. Chance Saltzman, chief of Space Operations for U.S. Space Force, outlined his vision for the service’s next 15 years during the Space Foundation’s Space Symposium on April 15. Saltzman introduced the “Future Operating Environment” and the “Objective Force” that will prepare the... Read More »
Treasury sanctions cartel-linked casinos on U.S.-Mexico border
The U.S. Department of Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Controls (OFAC) sanctioned targets linked to alleged money laundering and cash smuggling by the Cartel del Noreste (CDN), officials said. The CDN is one of Mexico’s most violent drug trafficking organizations, the office said, and... Read More »
Federal grand jury indicts 52 gang members on drug, firearm charges
A federal grand jury in the District of Puerto Rico returned an indictment on March 17 charging 52 gang members with intent to distribute, possession and distribution of controlled substances, and firearms violations. Forty defendants were charged with possession of firearms in furtherance of a... Read More »
CISA issues advisory on Iran-affiliated cyber threat to U.S. infrastructure
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) on April 7 issued a public advisory warning of cyberthreats to American critical infrastructure sectors from Iran-affiliated threat actors. The agency joined the National Security Agency (NSA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of... Read More »
Bill introduced to bolster Taiwan drone production
Legislation to expand opportunities for the development of unmanned aerial systems between the United States and Taiwan has been introduced in the Senate. The Blue Skies for Taiwan Act, introduced by U.S. Sens. John Curtis (R-UT), Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Ted Cruz (R-TX), and Andy Kim (D-NJ) would... Read More »
New Florida law prohibits courts from enforcing foreign or religious laws
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law on Monday that strengthens protections against the application of foreign and religious laws. HB 1471 reinforces that Florida courts may not apply or enforce foreign or religious law, including Sharia law, that violates constitutional rights. It... Read More »