Border Security still needs Visa reform
The Visa Entry Reform Act of 2002, designed to weed out potential terrorists from entry into the country has yet to be implemented for effectiveness according to the newly released …
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Executive order gives Emergency Appointments
A new executive order was signed giving the president the authority to make appointments during a National Emergency. To read the order go to http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2003/12/20031217-9.html Article formerly posted at https://www.hsdl.org/blog/newpost/view/s_196
TOPOFF2 reveals readiness problems
Problems in communications, serious shortages of medical supplies and confusion were some of the problems according to a classified report on the exercise TOPOFF2 held earlier this year. Details at …
President approves military tribunals
In a letter to Congress, the President has given the Pentagaon power to create military tribunals to try prisoners at Guantanomo Bay in Cuba much to the consternation of many …
Justice sued over crime database
Enlisting local police and officials to enforce federal immigration laws has been a point of disagreement with the reorganization of government in support of Homeland Security. Now several immigration advocacy …
New Homeland security directives
With the signing of two new directives, the President has called for new assessments of the vulnerability of critical infrastructure and to establish a “national preparedness goal”. To read more …
Independence to get FEMA grant
the Federal Emergency Management has awarded the city of Independence MO a 5.5 million dollar grant to upgrade its communication systems to 700 MHZ in all city departments. The system …
Border Security rules could hinder commerce
While trying to ensure safe borders with cargo security measures, concern for its impact on commerce and supply chain management has been expressed by members in the business community. Details …
U.S. Attorneys’ not ready for disasters
According to an Inspector General Report, the Crisis Management Coordinator Program of the Dept. of Justice has not adequately prepared for responding to disasters. To read more go to http://www.govexec.com/dailyfed/1203/121603c1.htm …
Secret Intelligence Bill signed
The president signed legislation which would, among other things, make it easier for FBI agents to demand financial records from businesses without seeking court approval. Supporters claim that this will …