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Telecommunications and Call Centers: Observations on Federal Contracting Practices, Report to Congressional Requesters
From the Highlights: "The federal government relies on an extensive global telecommunications network to carry out operations and provide information to the public. These networks and call centers, which handle public inquiries, are often maintained or supported by contractors. Concerns have been raised about the extent to which federal contractors are subcontracting or offshoring work, and have in place worker protections and mechanisms to secure the technologies and the data they handle. GAO [Government Accountability Office] was asked to review aspects of contracting for federal telecommunications and call centers, including the extent of subcontracting and offshoring. This report provides information on, among other things (1) federal obligations on telecommunications and call center contracts, (2) worker protections identified in selected contracts, and (3) data security and privacy protections identified in selected contracts."
United States. Government Accountability Office
2020-04
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International Narcotics Control Strategy Report: Volume I: Drug and Chemical Control [March 2020]
From the Introduction: "The Department of State's 2020 International Narcotics Control Strategy Report (INCSR), published in March 2020, covers the period January 1 to December 31, 2019 and is published in two volumes, the second of which covers money laundering and financial crimes. The INCSR is one of a number of annual reports on foreign policy and foreign assistance issues that are mandated by the United States Congress."
United States. Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs
2020-03
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Southwest Border: Actions Needed to Improve DHS Processing of Families and Coordination Between DHS and HHS, Report to Congressional Requesters
From What GAO [Government Accountability Office] Found: "Data from the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) indicate that apprehensions of family unit members (noncitizen children under 18 and their parents or legal guardians) grew from about 22 percent of total southwest border apprehensions in fiscal year 2016 to about 51 percent of such apprehensions during the first two quarters of fiscal year 2019--the most current data available. During this period, CBP data indicated that most apprehensions of family units--about 76 percent--occurred between ports of entry by the U.S. Border Patrol (Border Patrol). With regard to family separations, from April 2018 through March 2019, CBP data indicate it separated at least 2,700 children from their parents, processing them as unaccompanied alien children (UAC) and transferring them to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)."
United States. Government Accountability Office
2020-02
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H. Rept. 116-413, Part 1: National Origin-Based Antidiscrimination for Nonimmigrants Act, Report Together with Dissenting Views, To Accompany H.R. 2214, Including Cost Estimate of the Congressional Budget Office, March 5, 2020
From the Purpose and Summary: "H.R. 2214, the 'National Origin-Based Antidiscrimination for Nonimmigrants Act' or the 'NO BAN Act,' stops executive overreach by preventing the president from abusing his authority to restrict the entry of non-citizens into the United States."
United States. Government Publishing Office
2020-03-05
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Trump Administration's Response to the Drug Crisis, Part II, Hearing Before the Committee on Oversight and Reform, House of Representatives, One Hundred Sixteenth Congress, First Session, May 9, 2019
This is the May 9, 2019 hearing titled "Trump Administration's Response to the Drug Crisis, Part II," held before the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. From the opening statement of Gerry Connolly: "I know your determination and urgency are shared by countless other families also struggling to help their loved ones, and thank you again for everything you have done and continue to do. Today, the committee is holding our second hearing on the Trump Administration's response to the opioid crisis. At our first hearing in March, we heard testimony about the Trump Administration's failure to issue a national drug control strategy for two years while tens of thousands of people succumbed. We also examined the unsatisfactory strategy that the Administration finally issued earlier this year in January, and we heard the Government Accountability Office testify that this strategy is deficient; in fact, did not really add up to a strategy, and does not comply with the basic legal requirements Congress has set." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: James W. Carroll Jr., Triana McNeil, Karyl Thomas Rattay, and Wayne Ivey.
United States. Government Publishing Office
2020
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National Security Challenges and U.S. Military Activities in the Indo-Pacific: Committee on Armed Services House of Representatives, One Hundred Sixteenth Congress, First Session, March 27, 2019
This is the March 27, 2019 hearing titled "National Security Challenges and U.S. Military Activities in the Indo-Pacific," held before the House Committee on Armed Services. From the opening statement of Adam Smith: "[T]he Pacific region is a critical region. Both President Obama and President Trump have emphasized our need to place greater emphasis on the Indo-Pacific region, and, you know, we look forward to hearing about all of the issues around there. Obviously, China is the largest issue working with them, but also, working with countries around them to make sure that they are playing by the rules and are respecting their neighbors." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: Robert B. Abrams, Philip S. Davidson, and Randall G. Schriver.
United States. Government Publishing Office
2020
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Frontline [Vol. 10, Issue 1]
This edition of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) "Frontline" contains the following articles: "Facing the Challenge of Maria: CBP's unprecedented hurricane recovery efforts"; "Hurricane Support System: Headquarters Emergency Operations Center provides a lifeline to the field"; "Surging against the Storm: Surge Capacity Force helps hurricane-ravaged areas emerge from the 'Dark Ages'"; "Fighting the opioid scourge: CBP disrupts flow of illegal opioids at our borders"; "Hanging tough: How CBP's first Enforce and Protect Act investigation helped America's last wire hanger manufacturer survive"; "Super Bowl MVP--Most valuable protectors: CBP key player in protecting America's biggest game attendees"; and "Around the Agency."
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
2018-05?
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About Face: Examining the Department of Homeland Security's Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technologies, Hearing Before the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Sixteenth Congress, First Session, July 10, 2019
This is the July 10, 2019 hearing "About Face: Examining the Department of Homeland Security's Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technologies" held before the U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security. From the Opening Statement of Bennie G. Thompson: "The Committee on Homeland Security is meeting to examine the Department of Homeland Security's use of facial recognition and other biometric technologies. The Government's use of biometrics is not entirely new. For example, fingerprints have been used as an identification tool for many decades. Other biometrics include DNA, voice pattern, and palm prints. In recent years, facial recognition has become the new chosen form of biometric technology. As facial recognition technology has advanced, its use by the Government and the private sector has also increased. Currently, DHS is collecting and storing several different kinds of biometric information and is using this information for multiple purposes." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: John P. Wagner, Austin Gould, Joseph R. Di Pietro, and Charles H. Romine.
United States. Government Publishing Office
2020
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Enhancing Security and Stability in Afghanistan [December 2019]
From the Document: "'This report describes efforts to enhance security and stability in Afghanistan from June 1, through November 30, 2019. The data cutoff date for this report is October 31, 2019. This report complements other reports and information about Afghanistan provided to Congress and is not intended to be the single source of all information about the combined efforts or the future strategy of the United States, its coalition partners, or Afghanistan. A classified annex accompanies this report. The next report will include an analysis of efforts to enhance security and stability in Afghanistan from December 1, 2019 through May 30, 2020'."
United States. Department of Defense
2019-12
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Law Enforcement Best Practices: Lessons Learned from the Field
From the Document: "To help address ongoing challenges in policing, the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) developed this 'Law Enforcement Best Practices' guide for use by policing practitioners. This guide was developed by experts and practitioners from across the country to provide practical advice to three primary audiences: (1) new law enforcement executives and law enforcement leaders, who need to understand key challenges facing their communities and agencies; (2) seasoned law enforcement executives and law enforcement leaders in communities where these issues have come to the forefront; and (3) personnel who work for chiefs or sheriffs and have been asked to work on the agency's approach to one or more of these issues. [...] This guide highlights lessons learned by law enforcement practitioners from agencies of all sizes and offers a strategic overview and practical, task-oriented steps for law enforcement executives to follow when addressing issues within their own communities and agencies. Throughout this guide, the terms 'best practice' and 'promising practice' are generally used interchangeably to refer to practices that practitioners have implemented and advocated for based on the results they have seen in their jurisdictions. Some of these practices are backed by academic research, while others have yet to be subject to rigorous academic scrutiny. Most importantly, the best and promising practices detailed in this guide are those primary efforts that have the greatest potential for helping an agency maintain community trust, resolve critical issues, reinforce its legitimacy, and build relationships."
United States. Department of Justice. Office of Community Oriented Policing Services
2019
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Role of Districts in Developing High-Quality School Emergency Operations Plans: A Companion to the 'School Guide'
From the Background: "From the time of the horrific February 14, 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School through the present, the Trump Administration has committed considerable time and resources to determine the best practices and policies to prevent future tragedies and keep our students safe. Consisting of the Secretaries of Education, Health and Human Services, Homeland Security and the Attorney General, the Federal Commission on School Safety presented its final report of best practices and policies to President Trump in December 2018. The report acknowledges that the problem of school violence is longstanding and complex, that each state is different, and that there are certain limits to what the federal government can do. Indeed, the report recognizes there is 'no universal school safety plan that will work for every school across the country' and that '[s]uch a prescriptive approach by the federal government would be inappropriate, imprudent, and ineffective.'"
United States. Department of Education; United States. Department of Justice; United States. Department of Health and Human Services . . .
2019-09
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' Effort to Identify Terrorism Threats: Is Social Media Intelligence (SOCMINT) the Next Tool?
From the Thesis Abstract: "Terrorists use the internet to facilitate every aspect of their nefarious activity. This use creates a novel research question. To what degree can an open-source social media intelligence (SOCMINT) gathering and analysis capability assist U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in accomplishing its homeland security mission? The critics of SOCMINT argue it is an unnecessary, problematic, and ill-advised effort based on efficacy, data management, and constitutional grounds. Therefore, the thesis explores the past efforts, necessity, and efficacy of open-source SOCMINT in identifying potential fraud, public safety, and/or national security concerns (threats) from immigrants seeking immigration benefits. The research consists of qualitatively examining issue rhetoric--the debate and discussion--between the critics and supporters of SOCMINT. The Profiles of Individual Radicalization in the United States dataset provides a quantitative, evidence-grounded means to gain insight on radicalized immigrants' use of the internet and social media in plotting attacks and the potential for threat detection. The research demonstrates threats among immigration benefit seekers exist, and that SOCMINT is a viable means to identify and mitigate the threats. The thesis concludes the propositions for SOCMINT are valid and the critics' objections should not impede the effort. The thesis recommends USCIS continue SOCMINT, ensuring the endeavor observes a balance between security and liberty."
Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.); Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.). Center for Homeland Defense and Security
Thompson, Erik M.
2019-12
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Strategic Challenges: America's Global Security Agenda
"This volume presents a trenchant analysis by INSS experts of seven major national security challenges that the United States will confront in the coming decade, including countering global terrorism; combating the threats posed by the proliferation of mass destruction weapons; protecting the American homeland; defusing conflicts in unstable regions; engaging other major powers; adapting alliances and partnerships; and transforming the U.S. defense strategy and military posture. The authors provide a cogent and balanced evaluation of the progress made, and pitfalls encountered, in addressing these challenges since 2001. They then advance a set of practical strategy and policy options for consideration by future administrations. The final chapter presents a synthesis of the entire book and integrated strategy for managing American security in this volatile period. This book offers some unique perspectives on these vexing issues, reflecting the broad policy, operational, and analytic experience of the Institute's civilian and military fellows." "Two years ago, the National Defense University's Institute for National Strategic Studies (INSS) undertook a study of the emerging global security environment at the request of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and in context of the then-ongoing Quadrennial Defense Review 2006. This effort assessed the interplay of key geostrategic, military-technical, and regional security trends, how catalytic intervening events might alter the future strategic landscape, and what such changes would imply for U.S. defense strategy and posture through the end of the decade."
National Defense University Press
Flanagan, Stephen J.; Schear, James
2008
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Readout of Secretary Napolitano's Participation in a Special Naturalization Ceremony at the National Archives [September 17, 2012]
On September 17, 2012, the Department of Homeland Security issued the following press release: "Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today joined Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia Royce Lamberth and Archivist of the United States David Ferriero for a special naturalization ceremony for 225 candidates at the National Archives in honor of the 225th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution. 'We have a strong tradition of welcoming immigrants who come here from around the world, to seek better lives for themselves and their families, and to contribute to our country,' said Secretary Napolitano. 'I am proud to welcome these men and women today as our newest fellow Americans.' During the ceremony, Secretary Napolitano delivered remarks congratulating the 225 citizenship candidates, who come from 69 different nations. This week, the Department of Homeland Security will welcome more than 32,000 new citizens during 158 naturalization ceremonies across the country in recognition of Constitution Day and Citizenship Day."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2012-09-17
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DHS to Welcome More Than 32,000 New Citizens During Annual Constitution Day and Citizenship Day Celebration [September 13, 2012]
On September 13, 2012, the Department of Homeland Security issued the following press release: "The Department of Homeland Security will welcome more than 32,000 new citizens during 158 naturalization ceremonies from Sept. 14-22 in recognition of Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. As part of this celebration, Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano will participate in a special naturalization ceremony at the National Archives in Washington, D.C., and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Director Alejandro Mayorkas will officiate a children's citizenship ceremony in Los Angeles. 'There is no better time than Constitution Week to highlight the rights, responsibilities and importance of U.S. citizenship, and recognize the many contributions immigrants have made to this great nation,' said Secretary Napolitano. 'These naturalization ceremonies celebrate our longstanding tradition of welcoming immigrants who come here from across the world, to seek a better life for themselves and their families, and to contribute to our country.' On Sept. 17, Secretary Napolitano will preside over a special naturalization ceremony for 225 candidates at the National Archives, home of the U.S. Constitution, in honor of the 225th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2012-09-13
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Readout of Secretary Napolitano's Visit to Canada [September 12, 2012]
On September 12, 2012, the Department of Homeland Security issued the following press release: "Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano, Transportation Security Administration Administrator John S. Pistole, and Assistant Secretary for International Affairs Alan Bersin today visited Montréal to meet with international partners to discuss aviation security and efforts to secure the global supply chain, and to participate in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) High-level Conference on Aviation Security. 'ICAO has been critical to bringing countries around the world together in a coordinated effort to improve aviation security,' said Secretary Napolitano. 'Working together, the international community has forged a new foundation for aviation security, making air travel safer and more secure than ever before.'"
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2012-09-12
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Secretary Napolitano Announces Partnership with Loews Hotels & Resorts [September 24, 2012]
On September 24, 2012, the Department of Homeland Security issued the following press release: "Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today traveled to New York to join U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Deputy Commissioner David V. Aguilar, Loews Hotels & Resorts Chairman Jonathan Tisch, and Loews Hotels & Resorts CEO and President Paul Whetsell to announce a new partnership between the Department of Homeland Security and the Loews Hotels & Resorts to promote the Department's expedited traveler programs, which includes CBP's Global Entry and the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) Pre�"™. 'At DHS, we take seriously our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of passengers coming to and traveling throughout the U.S., while at the same time, helping facilitate lawful travel, trade and tourism,' said Secretary Napolitano. 'Collaboration with our private sector partners is integral to our mission and I'm pleased to announce our newest collaboration, which brings together a hospitality leader with two DHS programs that provide the traveling public more efficient, expedited travel opportunities -- CBP's Global Entry and TSA Pre�"™.' Through this new partnership, Loews Hotels is offering its YouFirst Platinum loyalty rewards members complimentary enrollment in the Global Entry program. CBP will review the applicant's information, conduct an in-person interview at a CBP enrollment center, including providing fingerprints, and successfully complete a background check. CBP has also worked with American Express and United Airlines who currently provide reimbursements for their top-tier customers, and continues to partner with other private sector entities to expand the network of Global Entry members."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2012-09-24
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Impacts and Risks of Migration and Refugee Flows in Africa
From the thesis abstract: "Conflict and human rights abuse associated with poor governance have become the key factors that contribute to mass migration in Africa; and it is no coincidence that conflict-ridden countries are often those with severe economic difficulties. Similarly, domestic strife and civil war frequently produce large population dislocations and refugee flows across national boundaries. Population displacements, refugees and migration are not only common phenomena, but are also on the increase in sub-Saharan Africa. Although explanations for the causes include political oppression, economic adversities and environmental degradation, conflicts and wars account for the bulk of sub-Saharan Africa's refugees and migration in recent years. These explanations are themselves dependent on the problem of the African states and their failure to address the region's environmental crisis. This paper will identify the impacts and risks of mass migration and refugee flows in Africa, climate change on economics and security. The paper will conclude with recommendations on how to mitigate these problems."
Army War College (U.S.)
Mbite, Joseph Patrick
2012-03-12
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Readout of Secretary Napolitano's Remarks at the ASIS International 58th Annual Seminar [September 10, 2012]
On September 10, 2012, the Department of Homeland Security issued the following press release: "Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today traveled to Philadelphia to deliver remarks at the American Society of Industrial Security (ASIS) International 58th Annual Seminar highlighting the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) collaboration with the private sector on cybersecurity and protecting our nation's critical cyber infrastructure. 'Protecting critical infrastructure and cyberspace -- including the systems and networks that support the financial services, energy and defense industries -- requires all of us working together,' said Secretary Napolitano. 'From government and law enforcement to the private sector and members of the public, everyone has a role to play in protecting against cyber threats.'"
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2012-09-10
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Readout of Secretary Napolitano's Participationin the Joint DHS-American Jewish Community Table Top Exercise [September 5, 2012]
On September 5, 2012, the Department of Homeland Security issued the following press release: "Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today participated in the Joint Department of Homeland Security (DHS)-American Jewish Community Table Top Exercise, hosted by DHS in partnership with the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA), Secure Community Network (SCN) and the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations. 'DHS has a long-standing partnership with the Jewish community, and I am very proud of how we have built upon and expanded it over the last three and a half years under President Obama's leadership,' said Secretary Napolitano. 'Our partnership with organizations and leaders of faith communities has helped, and continues to help, communities across the country prepare for threats that may originate either within our borders, or abroad.' The table top exercise is part of DHS' ongoing partnership with the Jewish community to evaluate and enhance information sharing between government agencies and the Jewish community and underscore DHS' commitment to partnering with faith-based communities to prevent, prepare for and respond to threats."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2012-09-05
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Readout of Secretary Napolitano's Visit to Mississippi and Louisiana [September 2, 2012]
On September 2, 2012, the Department of Homeland Security issued the following press release: "Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today traveled to Mississippi and Louisiana where she met with state and local officials, first responders, and volunteers, and surveyed ongoing response and recovery efforts to Hurricane Isaac. Secretary Napolitano reiterated the ongoing support from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the rest of the federal family, and the President's direction to continue to bring all necessary resources to bear to support state and local officials as local communities continue to respond to and recover from the storm. 'At the direction of President Obama, DHS and FEMA remain in constant contact with state emergency management partners to provide resources and support as communities continue to respond to and recover from this storm,' said Secretary Napolitano. 'Response and recovery efforts will be an ongoing operation, and we're going to continue to support the needs of these communities and help them recover and rebuild, in the immediate days ahead and over the long term.'"
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2012-09-02
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Support to Civil Authorities: Protecting the Homeland
This newsletter contains articles on the topic of providing support to civil authorities in order to protect the homeland. Sections include: "Background"; "Coordinated Efforts of Border Security"; "The Coast Guard and Homeland Security"; and "Protecting Our Cyber Borders".
Center for Army Lessons Learned (U.S.)
2010-06
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Readout of Secretary Napolitano's Participation in the U.S.-Mexico High Level Group Meeting [September 18, 2012]
On September 18, 2012, the Department of Homeland Security issued the following press release: "Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today participated in the U.S.-Mexico High Level Group meeting hosted by the Department of State, where she discussed the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) coordination with Mexico to implement a 21st Century border framework. 'The threats we face increasingly cross international boundaries, and strong international partnerships are critical to ensure the region's security,' said Secretary Napolitano. 'We are committed to working with our partners in Mexico to build a 21st century border that will meet the security and economic needs of our countries - today and well into the future.' During the meeting, Secretary Napolitano underscored the Department's ongoing collaboration with our partners in Mexico to facilitate legitimate trade and travel while securing our borders. In February, Secretary Napolitano traveled to Mexico where she and Mexican Secretary of Finance and Public Credit José Antonio Meade issued a joint statement underscoring the two countries' shared commitment to securing the global supply chain."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2012-09-18
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Statement by Director of Communications Matt Chandler on Secretary Napolitano's Upcoming Visit to New York [September 18, 2012]
On September 18, 2012, the Department of Homeland Security issued the following press release: "Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano will travel to New York on Sept. 24 to participate in a discussion on cybersecurity at the Social Good Summit. While in New York, Secretary Napolitano will also unveil a new partnership between the Department of Homeland Security and the hospitality industry. More details on the trip will be released once they are finalized."
United States. Department of Homeland Security. Press Office
2012-09-18
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FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin: January 2020
This edition of the FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin contains the following articles: "Building Police Officer Psychological Capital to Mitigate Stress" by Eric Murray; "Tasmania, Australia, Police"; "Albuquerque, New Mexico, Public Schools Police Department"; "Leadership Spotlight: Redefining Leadership Presence"; "Legal Digest: U.S. Supreme Court Cases, 2018-2019 Term" by Christina Cobb; "Bulletin Notes"; and "Community Outreach Spotlight: Safeguarding Senior Communities."
United States. Federal Bureau of Investigation
2020-01
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DHS Strategic Plan: Fiscal Years 2020-2024
From the Scope and Purpose of the Strategic Plan: "The DHS Strategic Plan comprehensively reflects the Department's complex mission. Every day, each operator and employee across the Department advances the strategic goals and objectives contained herein to keep Americans safe, secure, and resilient. The DHS Strategic Plan establishes a common framework to analyze and inform the Department's management decisions, including strategic guidance, operational requirements, budget formulation, annual performance reporting, and mission execution. Along with the DHS Strategic Plan, DHS also conducts the Quadrennial Homeland Security Review, which identifies strategic homeland security priorities based on extensive analysis and stakeholder engagement. Together, these documents inform internal operations and our interactions with Congress, interagency counterparts, and the American public."
United States. Department of Homeland Security
2019
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Connecting America: The National Broadband Plan
"Like electricity a century ago, broadband is a foundation for economic growth, job creation, global competitiveness and a better way of life. It is enabling entire new industries and unlocking vast new possibilities for existing ones. It is changing how we educate children, deliver health care, manage energy, ensure public safety, engage government, and access, organize and disseminate knowledge. […]. A broadband-enabled Smart Grid could increase energy independence and efficiency, but much of the data required to capture these benefits are inaccessible to consumers, businesses and entrepreneurs. And nearly a decade after 9/11, our first responders still lack a nationwide public safety mobile broadband communications network, even though such a network could improve emergency response and homeland security. Government can influence the broadband ecosystem in four ways: 1. Design policies to ensure robust competition and, as a result maximize consumer welfare, innovation and investment. 2. Ensure efficient allocation and management of assets government controls or influences, such as spectrum, poles, and rights-of-way, to encourage network upgrades and competitive entry. 3. Reform current universal service mechanisms to support deployment of broadband and voice in high-cost areas; and ensure that low-income Americans can afford broadband; and in addition, support efforts to boost adoption and utilization. 4. Reform laws, policies, standards and incentives to maximize the benefits of broadband in sectors government influences significantly, such as public education, health care and government operations."
United States. Federal Communications Commission
2010
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Response Federal Interagency Operational Plan, Second Edition
From the "Purpose" section of the document: "This FIOP [Federal Interagency Operational Plan] describes how the Federal Government delivers core capabilities for the Response mission
area. Specifically, the Response FIOP is an all-hazards plan that describes how the Federal
Government coordinates its efforts to save lives, protect property and the environment, and meet
basic human needs following an emergency or disaster. The Response FIOP is built on the National
Incident Management System (NIMS) concepts and principles and reflects the whole community
concept, which incorporates a full range of stakeholders-individuals, families, communities, the
private and nonprofit sectors, faith-based organizations, and local, state, tribal, territorial, insular area, and Federal governments-in national preparedness activities and as full partners in incident
response operations.
Collectively, the National Planning Frameworks provide comprehensive and interlocking strategic
guidance on how to deliver and integrate core capabilities through each mission area's FIOP."
United States. Department of Homeland Security
2016-08
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U.S. Secret Service: Investigative Operations Confer Benefits, but Additional Actions Are Needed to Prioritize Resources, Report to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, U.S. Senate
From the GAO [Government Accountability Office] Highlights: "Commonly known for protecting the President, the Secret Service also investigates financial and electronic crimes (e.g., counterfeit currency and identity theft). In recent years, Congress and a panel of experts established by the Secretary of Homeland Security have raised concerns that the Secret Service's investigative operations may negatively affect its protective operations. [...] This report examines, among other things, the extent to which the Secret Service's (1) investigative operations support or negatively affect its protective operations; (2) Office of Investigations has developed a plan to combat its priority criminal threats; and (3) staffing model accounts for federal employee compensation limits. GAO analyzed Secret Service data related to investigation and protection activities from 2014 through 2018; conducted semi-structured interviews with current and former special agents and federal prosecutors; and reviewed Secret Service policies and guidance."
United States. Government Accountability Office
2020-01
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Countering Illicit Finance and Trade: U.S. Efforts to Combat Trade-Based Money Laundering
From the Introduction: "[1] Trade-based money laundering (TBML) is the process of moving the value of proceeds of crime through trade transactions to attempt to disguise its origins and integrate it into the formal economy. [2] The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an intergovernmental body that sets internationally recognized standards for developing regimes to counter money laundering and the financing of terrorism. FATF identifies TBML as one of the primary means that criminal organizations use to launder illicit proceeds. [3] According to FATF and the Department of the Treasury (Treasury), TBML is one of the most challenging forms of money laundering to investigate because of the complexities of trade transactions and the sheer volume of international trade. [4] In addition to TBML, criminal organizations can also be involved in other trade-facilitated criminal activity, such as customs fraud, trafficking in counterfeit goods, and tax evasion."
United States. Government Accountability Office
2019-12-10
