Policy
Bill to secure U.S. technology supply chains from foreign adversaries introduced
U.S. Sens. Tim Scott (R-SC) and Bill Hagerty (R-TN) have introduced legislation that will codify the U.S. Department of Commerce’s ability to protect U.S. information and communications technology supply chains. The bill, the ICTS Supply Chain Security Act, would codify the department’s... Read More »
Legislation banning sale of Americans’ data introduced
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon (D-PA) have introduced legislation that would ban data brokers from selling or transferring Americans’ health and location data. The Health and Location Data Protection Act would prevent data brokers from gathering personal... Read More »
FEMA opens application period for seven grant programs
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) opened the application period on Wednesday for seven preparedness grant programs. The agency will award more than $1.5 billion, and the application period will close on July 24. The grant programs are: More than $1 billion will be available... Read More »
Committee advances bills in bipartisan effort to upgrade Homeland Security divisions
In a bipartisan show of support, the House Committee on Homeland Security advanced 19 bills this week to strengthen the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s core mission. The bills covered a range of issues but primarily refocused the Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A), modernized... Read More »
Defense Department releases Post Quantum Cryptography strategy
A day after President Donald Trump announced new policies surrounding quantum cryptography, the Kirsten Davies, chief information officer for the U.S. Department of Defense, referred to by the Trump administration as the U.S. Department of War, announced that department’s Post Quantum... Read More »
Trump issues cryptographic executive order to protect American data
The White House announced President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday that would protect American data, and the digital economy that lives off of it. Trump’s “Securing the Nation Against Advanced Cryptographic Attacks” Executive Order directs the Office of Management and... Read More »
Legislation introduced to consolidate National Guard Duty statuses
U.S. Sens. Jerry Moran (R-KS) and Jack Rosen (D-NV) introduced bipartisan legislation that would comprehensively reform the National Guard statuses. The legislation, the Duty Status Reform Act, would comprehensively reform the National Guard, the lawmakers said, by consolidating and... Read More »
Federal operation in Arkansas results in 39 arrests
Operation Viper, a high-intensity fugitive apprehension initiative in Arkansas, resulted in 39 arrests and the seizure of 33 firearms, approximately 100 pounds of marijuana, $74,400 in illegal proceeds, and large quantities of fentanyl and other illicit pills. The initiative involved the Federal... Read More »
International partners join U.S. 2nd fleet for maritime exercises
This week a multinational maritime exercise will bring together the U.S. 2nd Fleet with multiple international partners for a Fleet Exercise in the Norfolk, Va., area as well as in the Atlantic Ocean. The large-scale exercise will test integrated forces in a dynamic, multidomain training... Read More »
Trump signs National Security Memorandum on cybersecurity
The White House announced President Donald Trump had signed a National Security Presidential Memorandum to help the National Security Systems modernize in order to meet the cyber challenges of 2026 and beyond. According to the White House, the memorandum outlines a clear structure, as well as... Read More »
Legislation would provide DHS with discretionary funding
The House Appropriations Committee recently advanced legislation that would provide the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with a total discretionary allocation of $64.9 billion. Of that amount, $2.9 billion would be for defense activities. The Fiscal Year 2027 Homeland Security... Read More »
CISA issues directive on improving mitigation of cyber vulnerabilities at federal agencies
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency issued a new operational directive to improve how federal civilian agencies assess and align their cybersecurity vulnerabilities. The Binding Operational Direct 26-04: Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk would require federal civilian... Read More »
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 »