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Letter from Dennis C. Blair: Director of National Intelligence [January 7, 2010]
This message from Dennis C. Blair, Director of National Intelligence, outlines the U.S.'s failure in recognizing signals that Mr. Abdulmutallab was planning a terrorist act. Mr. Blair then proceeds to outline ways in which U.S. security will be enhanced, "1) Assigning clear lines of responsibility for investigating all leads on high-priority threats, so they are pursued more aggressively; 2) Distributing intelligence reports more quickly and widely, especially those suggesting specific threats against the U.S., 3) Applying more rigorous standards to analytical tradecraft to improve intelligence integration and action; and 4) Enhancing the criteria for adding individuals to the terrorist watchlist and 'no fly' watchlist."
National Intelligence Council (U.S.)
2010-01-07
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Regional Joint Border Commands: A Pathway to Improving Collaboration and Effectiveness for Border Control
"Control of the U.S. border is a primary concern for the Department of Homeland Security. Three of the department's components have major roles in providing border security and control. With increasing costs and constantly changing threats, it is vital that all border organizations work together collaboratively. This thesis looks at two new ideas, border regionalization and joint regional border commands, and compares them with current efforts to increase collaboration. By establishing border regions, DHS can use threat based planning in each region to allow all border control components to focus on threats specific to their region while also increasing the level effectiveness of resources. Joint regional border commands offer even greater advantages in collaboration between components and resource usage. The DoD model for regional combatant commands is used as an example of how DHS can take advantage of the lessons learned with this recommendation."
Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.). Center for Homeland Defense and Security; Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.)
Carr, Alan
2009-12
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Summary of the White House Review of the December 25, 2009 Attempted Terrorist Attack
"On December 25, 2009 a Nigerian national, Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab attempted to detonate an explosive device while onboard flight 253 from Amsterdam to Detroit. The device did not explode, but instead ignited, injuring Mr. Abdulmutallab and two other passengers. The flight crew restrained Mr. Abdulmutallab and the plane safely landed. Mr. Abdulmutallab was taken into custody by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and later was questioned by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Mr. Abdulmutallab was not on the U.S. Government's (USG) terrorist watchlist, but known to the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC)."
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2009
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Attempted Terrorist Attack on December 25, 2009: Intelligence, Screening, and Watchlisting System Corrective Actions
This January 7, 2010 memorandum outlines what each government agency is responsible for in terms of screening for terrorists or potential threats. The agencies included in this memorandum are: the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Defense, the Attorney General, the Secretary Energy, the Secretary of Homeland Security, the Director of National Intelligence, the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Director of the National Security Agency and the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2010-01-07
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Violent Neighborhoods, Violent Kids
"Delinquency poses a serious challenge to virtually every major American city. This Bulletin features findings from [a] study that describe the characteristics of delinquent males in our Nation's Capital and the resources available to them. Finding little difference between serious, violent juvenile offenders in the District of Columbia and those in other cities, the author argues that existing national research can serve as a catalyst for new initiatives to reduce juvenile violence in the District. Indeed, since the [...] research was completed, the District has reorganized its funding delivery system for juvenile justice and delinquency prevention efforts. As a result, enhanced Federal and local resources will be available for youth-serving agencies to develop new policies, practices, and service delivery programs. OJJDP [Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention] and other Federal agencies are partnering with the District to provide technical assistance and other resources as it designs and implements an improved juvenile justice system. Thus, while this Bulletin presents some disturbing findings about the nature and incidence of juvenile delinquency in the District of Columbia, it also offers considerable hope for the future."
United States. Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention
Chaiken, Marcia R., 1939-
2000-03
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Fighting Juvenile Gun Violence
"According to a study by the U.S. Departments of Justice and the Treasury, the age at which persons most often commit homicide is 18, with those ages 18 to 20 accounting for 22 percent of homicide arrests. Firearms are used in 86 percent of all homicides, and the rise in homicides from the middle 1980's through the early 1990's can be attributed largely to firearm-related homicides. Youth are also victimized by firearm violence. Today's teen is more likely to die of a gunshot wound than of disease or other natural causes, and for every fatal shooting there are three nonfatal shootings. Reacting, in part, to these and other sobering statistics, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention established the Partnerships To Reduce Juvenile Gun Violence Program, which seeks to increase the effectiveness of existing strategies by enhancing and coordinating prevention, intervention, and suppression efforts and strengthening community linkages. This Bulletin describes the program's implementation at four demonstration sites in Baton Rouge and Shreveport, LA; Oakland, CA; and Syracuse, NY."
United States. Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention
Sheppard, David I.; Grant, Heath B.; Rowe, Wendy E.
2000-09
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Homicides of Children and Youth
"Homicides are always tragic, but our sympathies are heightened when the victim is a young child or adolescent. Thus, the deaths of juveniles raise understandable public concerns. Unfortunately, research statistics seldom claim the broad audience of the morning newspaper or the evening news. This Bulletin, part of OJJDP's [Office of juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention] Crimes Against Children Series, draws on FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation] and other data to provide a statistical portrait of juvenile homicide victimization. Homicide is the only major cause of childhood deaths that has increased over the past three decades. In 1999, some 1,800 juveniles, or 3 per 100,000 of the U.S. juvenile population, were homicide victims--a rate substantially higher than those of other developed countries. At the same time, murders of juveniles are infrequent in many areas of our country. In 1997, 85 percent of U.S. counties had no homicides of juveniles. The Bulletin offers detailed information about overall patterns and victim age groups. Specific types of juvenile homicide victimization are discussed in further detail, including maltreatment homicides, abduction homicides, and school homicides. Finally, initiatives designed to prevent homicides of children and youth (juveniles) are explored. Given the unacceptable rate of such crimes, much remains to be done." Also included are gang-related homicide statistics.
United States. Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention
Finkelhor, David; Ormrod, Richard
2001-10
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Predictors of Youth Violence
"If we could confidently predict which youth would be prone to commit violent acts and at which stage in their development such delinquency was most likely to erupt, it would significantly strengthen our efforts to prevent juvenile violence. Accordingly, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention's (OJJDP's) Study Group on Serious and Violent Juvenile Offenders devoted 2 years to analyzing the research on risk and protective factors for serious and violent juvenile offending, including predictors of juvenile violence derived from the findings of long-term studies. This Bulletin describes a number of such risk and protective factors, including individual, family, school, peer-related, community/neighborhood, and situational factors. Although we need additional research on juvenile violence, the information this Bulletin provides will enhance our understanding of the predictors of youth violence."
United States. Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention
Farrington, David P.; Hawkins, J. David; Herrenkohl, Todd Ian
2000-04
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Seattle's Effective Strategy for Prosecuting Juvenile Firearm Offenders
"While juvenile violence has been declining in recent years, its level remains unacceptable, as recent headlines have underscored. We know that the overwhelming majority of homicides committed by juveniles involve firearms and that an alarming number of students are coming to school armed. In the course of a single academic year, more than 100,000 students are likely to have carried a gun to school. These disturbing events and statistics demand our comprehensive response. Public officials, community leaders, and other concerned citizens must work together to reduce juvenile gun violence. As most States restrict or prohibit the possession of firearms by juveniles, a key element in a campaign to combat gun violence is the strict enforcement of such laws and the effective prosecution of those who violate them. This Bulletin provides helpful information about steps taken by the Seattle [Washington] Police Department and the Prosecutor's Office in King County, Washington, to strengthen the investigation and prosecution of juvenile firearm offenders. It is my hope that this information will enhance efforts to end juvenile gun violence and its tragic toll across the Nation."
United States. Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention
Scales, Bob; Baker, Julie
2000-03
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Fact Sheet: $2.3 Billion in New Clean Energy Manufacturing Tax Credits [January 8, 2010]
From the White House press release on January 8, 2009: "in order to foster investment and job creation in clean energy manufacturing, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act included a tax credit for investments in manufacturing facilities for clean energy technologies. The Section 48C program will provide a 30 percent tax credit for investments in 183 manufacturing facilities for clean energy products across 43 states. This tax credit program will help build a robust high technology, US manufacturing capacity to supply clean energy projects with US made parts and equipment. These manufacturing facilities should also support significant growth in US exports of US manufactured clean energy products."
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2010-01-08
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Gulf Coast Recovery: FEMA's Management of the Hazard Mitigation Component of the Public Assistance Program
"This report addresses the Federal Emergency Management Agency's management of the hazard mitigation component of its Public Assistance Program. We evaluated hazard mitigation activities in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas after the widespread devastation and damage caused by hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Our objective was to determine whether the agency effectively managed grant funding for this public assistance component. Appendix A provides additional details regarding the audit objective, scope, and methodology. The Federal Emergency Management Agency continues to face challenges in managing public assistance--funded hazard mitigation work in the Gulf Coast region. Specifically, the agency needs to draw on lessons learned from past disasters to improve (1) overall oversight of program activities, (2) specific training on the Public Assistance Program's hazard mitigation component, (3) plans for deploying trained staff to disaster-damaged areas, and (4) processes and procedures for developing project worksheets, including a requirement to document hazard mitigation scope of work and funding determinations. In addition, the Federal Emergency Management Agency faces challenges in Louisiana regarding the implementation of an effective hazard mitigation strategy that (1) improves delivery of hazard mitigation assistance to disaster-stricken communities, (2) improves coordination of project development with state officials, and (3) expedites project development and funding."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Office of Inspector General
2009-12
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Report on the Interagency Threat Assessment and Coordination Group: Second Report for the Congress of the United States, the Secretary of Homeland Security, the Attorney General, and the Director of National Intelligence
"The ITACG (Interagency Threat Assessment and Coordination Group) Advisory Council has made progress in the past year. Although it is only required by law to meet quarterly, members chose to meet nine times this year in order to ensure that there is no loss of momentum between meetings. The SLT (State, Local, Tribal) members of the Council take their responsibilities seriously, play an integral role in each of the meetings, and provide an important perspective to the work of the Detail. To broaden this perspective even further, the Council decided this year to add a private sector representative. As part of its attention to ensuring a robust recruiting process, the Council has institutionalized the process by formally establishing standard recruiting, nomination and selection procedures. The Council also decided that all of its SLTP (State, Local, Tribal, Private Sector) members would serve on its Recruiting Subcommittee, to identify and evaluate potential applicants for forwarding through the process and make recommendations on how to continue to ensure that the Detail program remains an attractive opportunity."
United States. Information Sharing Environment
2009-11
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Current Federal Identity Management and the Dynamic Signature Biometrics Option
"Although Identity Management (IdM) and biometrics have been engrained in the business practices of private and commercial organizations for decades, the United States Government (USG) and the Department of Defense (DoD) have only truly started to institute a holistic IdM Enterprise within the last decade. More specifically, the DoD has really sharpened the focus on leveraging biometrics since the beginning of the War on Terror. The operational capability to distinguish Red Forces or Gray Forces from Blue Forces is now a common daily occurrence. Regardless of the theater or Area of Operations, U.S. forces are utilizing biometrics to identify our enemies. In the next phase of implementing a comprehensive IdM Enterprise, the DoD is crafting new IdM policies, procedures, and systems that will distinguish between various levels of access and security controls among Blue Forces. Blue Force IdM architectures are required by specific USG and DoD policies to enforce standardization in policy and application across all federal agencies to improve and synchronize their business practices. And with many agencies crafting their own version of the future, a basic understanding of current IdM and biometrics requirements, as well as potential biometric resources, is necessary to move forward."
Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.)
Zanger, Michael S.
2009-03
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Secretary Napolitano Applauds President Obama's Intent to Nominate Vice Admiral Robert J. Papp, Jr., as Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard [December 22, 2009]
"Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano today applauded President Obama's intent to nominate Vice Admiral Robert J. Papp, Jr., as Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard. If confirmed by the U.S. Senate, Vice Admiral Papp would relieve Admiral Thad Allen in May 2010. 'The Coast Guard plays a vital role in protecting our nation--securing America's borders, protecting our ports, and providing critical aid during disasters,' said Secretary Napolitano. 'Vice Admiral Papp's extensive knowledge of the Coast Guard's operations and broad mission will strengthen our efforts to ensure the nation's maritime security.'"
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2009-12-22
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Statement by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano [December 26, 2009]
This Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Press Release highlights Secretary Janet Napolitano's Statement in relation to an incident onboard Northwest Airlines Flight 253 on Christmas Day 2009. "I am grateful to the passengers and crew aboard Northwest Flight 253 who reacted quickly and heroically to an incident that could have had tragic results. The Department of Homeland Security immediately put additional screening measures into place--for all domestic and international flights--to ensure the continued safety of the traveling public. We are also working closely with federal, state and local law enforcement on additional security measures, as well as our international partners on enhanced security at airports and on flights."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2009-12-26
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Statement by Department of Homeland Security Press Secretary Sara Kuban [December 27, 2009]
This Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Press Release highlights Press Secretary Sara Kuban's Statement in regards to a security situation on the December 27, 2009 Northwest Airlines flight 253 from Amsterdam to Detroit.
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2009-12-27
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Statement by Department of Homeland Security Press Secretary Sara Kuban [December 25, 2009]
This Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Press Release highlights Press Secretary Sara Kuban's Statement in regards to the Christmas Day 2009 attempted terrorist attack incident aboard Northwest Airlines flight 253 which was bound for Detroit, Michigan.
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2009-12-25
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Statement by Deputy Press Secretary Matt Chandler on DHS' Efforts to Enhance Driver's License Security [December 18, 2009]
"'As expected, a large majority of states and territories--46 of 56--have informed DHS that they will not be able to meet the Dec. 31 REAL ID material compliance deadline. As the National Governors Association has said, the states have made tremendous progress in driver's license security but simply cannot fulfill the requirements of REAL ID. That's why Secretary Napolitano has supported the efforts of Governors and Congress to enact PASS ID, which puts states on the path to implementing national standards for identification documents and will enhance security across the country.'"
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2009-12-18
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State of West Virginia's Management of State Homeland Security Program Grants Awarded During Fiscal Years 2005 through 2007
The Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) states the following about the content of this Office of Inspector General (OIG) Report: "This report addresses the strengths and weaknesses of the State of West Virginia's Management of State Homeland Security Program grants awarded during Fiscal Years 2005 through 2007. It is based on interviews with employees and officials of relevant agencies and institutions, direct observations, and a review of applicable documents. We contracted with the independent public accounting firm Williams, Adley & Company, LLP to perform its audit according to generally accepted government auditing standards. Williams, Adley & Company, LLP is responsible for the attached auditor's report dated October 27, 2009 and the conclusions expressed in the report. [...]. Williams, Adley & Company, LLP completed an audit of the Department of Homeland Security State Homeland Security Program grants awarded during Fiscal Years 2005 through 2007 to the State of West Virginia. The objective of this audit was to determine whether the State distributed and spent Homeland Security Program funds strategically, effectively, and in compliance with laws, regulations, and guidance. The audit included a review of approximately $23 million in State Homeland Security Program grants included in the approximately $38 million of Homeland Security grants that the Federal Emergency Management Agency awarded to the State of West Virginia."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Office of Inspector General
2009-11
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Process for Authorizing Medical Care for Immigration Detainees
The Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) states the following about the content of this Office of Inspector General (OIG) Report: "This report addresses the strengths and weaknesses of the Treatment Authorization Request process that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement uses to arrange and pay for the medical care of immigration detainees. We based the report on interviews with employees and officials of relevant agencies and institutions, direct observations, and a review of applicable documents. […] We determined that the existing medical treatment request process can be improved through a reduction in the amount of pre-authorization review, expansion of case management functions, and improvement in relationships with outside medical providers who deliver care to immigration detainees. We are making 10 recommendations to improve the process for authorizing medical care for immigration detainees."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Office of Inspector General
2009-12
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Transcript of Secretary Napolitano's Remarks Highlighting DHS' Major Accomplishments in 2009 [December 16, 2009]
"Thanks all of you for joining us today. It's great to talk with so many of you. I think we could almost say it's a virtual get together, because we have employees from across the country--and indeed internationally--listening as well. I'm coming to you today from USCIS [U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services], where we have a number of DHS [Department of Homeland Security] employees from across the Department. We're also joined on the videoconference by gatherings of employees across the country, and indeed we will be sharing this with all DHS employees very, very soon. So thanks to all of you for being a part of this, and most of all, thank you for the work that you do every day to keep our nation safe and to keep our nation secure. Before we enter the holidays and make plans for the New Year, I'd like to talk a little bit about the remarkable year that has just passed. I am honored to serve in a department of roughly 230,000 men and women with a clear mission and a strong desire to make DHS ever stronger every day."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2009-12-16
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New England High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area: Drug Market Analysis 2008
"This assessment provides a strategic overview of the illicit drug situation in the New England High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA), highlighting significant trends and law enforcement concerns related to the trafficking and abuse of illicit drugs. The report was prepared through detailed analysis of recent law enforcement reporting, information obtained through interviews with law enforcement and public health officials, and available statistical data. The report is designed to provide policymakers, resource planners, and law enforcement officials with a focused discussion of key drug issues and developments facing the New England HIDTA."
National Drug Intelligence Center (U.S.)
2008-06
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Federal Emergency Management Agency Incident Management Handbook, FEMA B-761 / Interim, Expires: 01 January 2010
"This Incident Management Handbook (IMH) is designed to assist emergency management personnel in the use of the National Incident Management System's (NIMS) Incident Command System (ICS) for use during all hazards response operations and planned events. The document clarifies the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) field operating structure and how it utilizes the characteristics of the ICS to interact with states, territories, tribal jurisdictions, and National Response Framework (NRF) agencies and partners under disasters and emergencies. The IMH is not a program reference; nor does it substitute for ICS based field qualifications or certifications."
United States. Federal Emergency Management Agency
2009-03
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Congressional Budget Office Cost Estimate: S. 1490: Personal Data Privacy and Security Act of 2009
This Cost Estimate published by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) provides an analysis of S. 1490-the Personal Data Privacy and Security Act of 2009, which "would establish new federal crimes relating to the unauthorized access of sensitive personal information. The bill also would require most government agencies or businesses that collect, transmit, store, or use personal information to notify any individuals whose information has been unlawfully accessed. In addition, S. 1490 would require data brokers to allow individuals access to their electronic records and to publish procedures for individuals to respond to inaccuracies."
United States. Congressional Budget Office
2009-12-02
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Congressional Budget Office Cost Estimate: S. 2768: National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization Act of 2009
This Cost Estimate published by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) provides an analysis of S. 2768-National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization Act of 2009, which would "authorize the appropriation of $559 million for the NTSB over the 2010- 2014 period for the salaries and expenses of the NTSB personnel and for the general administrative operations of the board. Under the bill and under current law, certain fees collected by the NTSB would be classified as offsetting collections credited to appropriations. Based on information from the NTSB, CBO estimates that those offsetting collections would total about $2 million each year. The bill also would revise some policies and procedures at the NTSB. Assuming appropriation of the specified amounts, CBO estimates that implementing S. 2768 would cost $536 million over the 2010-2014 period."
United States. Congressional Budget Office
2009-12-03
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Verification of the AFWA 3-Element Severe Weather Forecast Algorithm
"Accurate severe thunderstorm forecasts are critical to providing sufficient lead-time to protect lives and property. The Air Force Weather Agency has developed a 3-Element Severe Weather Forecast Algorithm that when applied to model forecasts gives and outlook region for severe thunderstorms. Improvements were made in this study to enhance the algorithm's forecast skill, reduce its 'false alarm' rate, and thereby increase the amount of lead-time for installation commanders to take decisive action to protect personnel and resources. This paper discusses the performance of the 3-Element Algorithm in its original form, and the adjustments made to overcome some of its limitations. The 3-Element Algorithm techniques and results of a performance evaluation are presented. Based on the amount of forecast improvement, eight configurations were retained for analysis across the entire dataset containing six severe weather cases. A new stability proxy, the Elevated Total-Totals Index, was developed and integrated into the algorithm to improve severe weather forecasts over high-elevation regions where some traditional severe weather indices cannot be accurately computed. Additionally, the horizontal gradient of convective available potential energy was studied as a new indicator to the presence of dynamic forcing. It is hoped that improvements discussed in this paper will make the 3-Element Algorithm an effective tool in the early forecasting of severe weather, increasing lead-time to safeguard lives and resources."
Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.). Dudley Knox Library
Pagliaro, Daniel E.
2008-03
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Secretary Napolitano and USCIS Director Mayorkas Announce Full Implementation of New Law Providing Permanent Residence Eligibility for Surviving Spouses and Children of U.S. Citizens [December 14, 2009]
"Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Director Alejandro Mayorkas today announced that DHS has fully implemented recent legislation allowing USCIS to approve immigrant petitions for permanent resident status in the United States filed by or on behalf of widows and widowers of U.S. citizens and their unmarried children under 21 years old. 'Smart immigration policy balances strong enforcement practices with common-sense, practical solutions to complex issues,' said Secretary Napolitano. 'Allowing widows and widowers of U.S. citizens to petition for permanent residence will help keep families together while honoring the spirit of the law.'"
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2009-12-14
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Secretary Napolitano Announces Grant Guidance for More Than $250 Million in Fiscal Year 2010 Transit Security Grants [December 14, 2009]
"Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano today announced the release of application guidance for the Transit Security Grant Program (TSGP) totaling an estimated $253 million--funds for state, local and territorial governments and private sector entities to strengthen the nation's transportation infrastructure and protect the traveling public from acts of terrorism and other major disasters. 'These transit grants play a major role in our efforts to work with our state, local, tribal, territorial, and private sector partners to build a national culture of readiness and resilience,' said Secretary Napolitano. 'This year's guidance focuses on maximizing efficiency and value while prioritizing risk in awarding grants to strengthen our nation's transportation security.'"
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2009-12-14
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Congressional Budget Office Cost Estimate: H.R. 1517: A bill to allow certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees who serve under an overseas limited appointment for at least two years, and whose service is rated successful or higher throughout that time, to be converted to a permanent appointment in the competitive service
This Cost Estimate published by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) provides an analysis of H.R. 1517, which "would authorize U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in the Department of Homeland Security to change the employment status of certain individuals stationed overseas. The bill would change those employees' status from 'overseas limited appointment' to 'permanent appointment in the competitive service' to comply with certain international agreements between the United States and other countries. The legislation would apply to 35 employees who began service with the former Immigration and Naturalization Service. H.R. 1517 would not change the salaries or significantly alter the benefits of those individuals. Thus, CBO estimates that implementing the bill would have no significant effect on spending by CBP."
United States. Congressional Budget Office
2009-12-03
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Congressional Budget Office Cost Estimate: H.R. 515: Radioactive Import Deterrence Act
This Cost Estimate published by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) provides an analysis of H.R. 515-the Radioactive Import Deterrence Act, which "would prohibit the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), with certain exceptions specified by the bill, from issuing licenses to import certain types of low-level radioactive waste. Based on information from the NRC, CBO estimates that the proposed prohibition would not significantly affect net spending by the agency; any such spending would be subject to appropriation and largely offset by certain fees that the NRC is authorized to collect from regulated entities. Enacting the bill would not affect direct spending or revenues."
United States. Congressional Budget Office
2009-12-01
