Biological emergencies can be due to large outbreaks of common diseases, such as pandemic
flu, or new emerging diseases, such as the West Nile virus. Biological emergencies can
also involve a controlled or deliberate release of germs or other biological substances that can make you sick.
Many biological substances must be inhaled, enter through a cut in the skin or be eaten to make you sick. Some biological
agents do not cause contagious diseases.
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02/03/2012 04:00 AM
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Testimony of Alan Cohn, Policy’s Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Office of Strategic Plans, before the House Committee on Homeland Security, Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Management regarding how DHS is implementing a strategy to counter emerging threats
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Testimony of Alan Cohn, Policy’s Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Office of Strategic Plans, before the House Committee on Homeland Security, Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Management regarding how DHS is implementing a strategy to counter emerging threats
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02/03/2012 04:00 AM
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Testimony of Rand Beers, National Protection and Programs Directorate Under Secretary, before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on Environment and the Economy regarding the Department of Homeland Security's efforts to regulate the security of high-risk chemical facilities und
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Testimony of Rand Beers, National Protection and Programs Directorate Under Secretary, before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on Environment and the Economy regarding the Department of Homeland Security's efforts to regulate the security of high-risk chemical facilities under the Chemical Facility Anti-terrorism Standards (CFATS).
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02/01/2012 04:00 AM
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Secretary Napolitano Announces "If You See Something, Say Something™" Partnership with NFL for Super Bowl XLVI
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Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today traveled to Indianapolis to highlight the Department’s “If You See Something, Say Something™” public awareness campaign’s continued partnership with the National Football League (NFL) to help ensure the safety and security of employees, players and fans during the regular season, and Super Bowl XLVI.
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01/31/2012 04:00 AM
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DHS Reforms To Attract And Retain Highly Skilled Immigrants
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01/30/2012 04:00 AM
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Testimony of Rear Admiral William Baumgartner and Rear Admiral Cari Thomas before the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Regarding Offshore Drilling in Cuba and The Bahamas and Coast Guard’s Oil Spill Readiness and Response P
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Coast Guard’s plans and ongoing efforts to prepare for and respond to a pollution discharge that, while occurring outside of the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone, may threaten to impact our waters or natural resources. The Coast Guard is committed to protecting U.S. interests, particularly U.S. coastlines and natural resources, from potential discharges from deepwater drilling in waters of nations adjacent to the United States.
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01/30/2012 04:00 AM
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Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano's 2nd Annual Address on the State of America's Homeland Security: Homeland Security and Economic Security
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Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano's 2nd Annual Address on the State of America's Homeland Security: Homeland Security and Economic Security at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.
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01/25/2012 04:00 AM
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Secretary Napolitano Unveils National Strategy for Global Supply Chain Security
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Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today unveiled the Obama administration’s National Strategy for Global Supply Chain Security at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The Department of Homeland Security is committed to facilitating legitimate trade and travel, while preventing terrorists from exploiting supply chains, protecting transportation systems from attacks and disruptions, and increasing the resilience of global supply chains.
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01/23/2012 04:00 AM
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Secretary Napolitano Highlights DHS' Progress in 2011
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WASHINGTON—Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano on Monday toured operations and received briefings at DHS facilities in the National Capital Region. The Secretary toured Transportation Security Administration and Customs and Border Protection operations at Washington Dulles International Airport, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Cyber Crimes Center in Virginia, the Secret Service’s James J. Rowley Training Center in Beltsville, Md. and the FEMA IMAT and the Fairfax USAR team in Herndon, Va. - highlighting the major steps the Department has taken this year to enhance America's capabilities to guard against terrorism; secure the nation's borders; engage in smart enforcement of our immigration laws; safeguard and secure cyberspace; prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters; and to mature and strengthen the homeland security enterprise.
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01/19/2012 04:00 AM
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Readout of Secretary Napolitano’s Remarks at the National Sheriffs’ Association 2012 Winter Conference
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WASHINGTON—Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today delivered remarks at the National Sheriffs’ Association 2012 Winter Conference highlighting the Department’s progress over the past three years working together with state and local law enforcement to build a safer, more secure and resilient nation.
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01/18/2012 04:00 AM
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Secretary Napolitano Meets with State, Local, and Tribal Law Enforcement on Countering Violent Extremism
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WASHINGTON—Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today joined Attorney General Eric Holder and Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism John Brennan at the White House to meet with senior state, local and tribal law enforcement officials to discuss the Obama administration’s Strategic Implementation Plan for Empowering Local Partners to Prevent Violent Extremism in the United States—released in December—and engage them on the critical task of preventing violent extremism in their communities. Attendees included sheriffs and chiefs of police from across the country, including representatives from the International Association of Chiefs of Police, Major Cities Chiefs Association, National Sheriffs’ Association, National Native American Law Enforcement Association, Governors Homeland Security Advisors Council, and Criminal Intelligence Coordinating Council.
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01/17/2012 04:00 AM
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Readout of Secretary Napolitano’s Participation in Panel Discussion Hosted by the Aspen Homeland Security Group
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WASHINGTON—Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today joined former National Security Advisor General James Jones and former CIA Acting Director John McLaughlin in a panel discussion to highlight the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) work with international partners to strengthen global travel and trade networks, secure cyberspace, and combat global threats.
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01/12/2012 04:00 AM
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Secretary Napolitano Participates in Human Trafficking Roundtable
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Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today met with public and private sector representatives for a roundtable discussion at the White House to discuss the Department’s efforts to combat human trafficking, in recognition of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. This month, the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Blue Campaign launched a new suite of awareness trainings, which will be distributed to key sectors, including transportation, hospitality, retail, law enforcement, first responders, and NGOs to increase awareness and educate people on how to identify and report suspected cases of human trafficking.
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12/30/2011 04:00 AM
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Remarks by Secretary Janet Napolitano
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Good morning. I’m pleased to join Commissioner Bersin, Deputy Commissioner Aguilar, Assistant Commissioner Winkowski, and the men and women of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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12/29/2011 04:00 AM
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DHS Announces "If You See Something, Say Something™" Campaign Partnership with the National Hockey League
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced a new partnership between DHS' "If You See Something, Say SomethingTM" public awareness campaign and the National Hockey League (NHL) - highlighting the Department's continued partnership with the sports industry to ensure the safety and security of employees, players and fans.
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12/22/2011 04:00 AM
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Statement by Secretary Napolitano on Commissioner Bersin's Resignation
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"I want to thank Alan Bersin for his distinguished leadership over the past two years as the CBP Commissioner."
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12/20/2011 04:00 AM
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DHS and DOD Announce Continued Partnership in Strengthening Southwest Border Security
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The Department of Defense (DOD) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced they will continue their critical partnership to further strengthen the already unprecedented levels of personnel, technology, and infrastructure along the Southwest border - representing the Administration's ongoing commitment to secure the border and facilitate legitimate trade and travel.
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12/16/2011 04:00 AM
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Readout of Secretary Napolitano's Meeting with Swedish Deputy Foreign Minister Frank Belfrage
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Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today joined the Swedish State Secretary and Deputy Foreign Minister Frank Belfrage and Department of Justice Assistant Attorney General Lanny Breuer to sign a Preventing and Combating Crime Agreement between the U.S. and Sweden—allowing for the exchange of biometric and biographic data between the United States and the Kingdom of Sweden to bolster counterterrorism and law enforcement efforts while protecting individual privacy.
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12/15/2011 04:00 AM
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Statement by Secretary Napolitano on DOJ’s Findings of Discriminatory Policing in Maricopa County
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“The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is troubled by the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) findings of discriminatory policing practices within the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). Discrimination undermines law enforcement and erodes the public trust. DHS will not be a party to such practices. Accordingly, and effective immediately, DHS is terminating MCSO’s 287(g) jail model agreement and is restricting the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office access to the Secure Communities program. DHS will utilize federal resources for the purpose of identifying and detaining those individuals who meet U.S. Immigration Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) immigration enforcement priorities. The Department will continue to enforce federal immigration laws in Maricopa County in smart, effective ways that focus our resources on criminal aliens, recent border crossers, repeat and egregious immigration law violators and employers who knowingly hire illegal labor.”
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12/14/2011 04:00 AM
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Statement By Deputy Secretary Lute On The Signing Of A New U.S.-EU PNR Agreement
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Today, Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Jane Holl Lute issued the following statement upon signing of a new Passenger Name Records (PNR) agreement between the United States and the European Union.
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12/13/2011 04:00 AM
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Written Statement of Damon Penn, Assistant Administrator, National Continuity Programs, Federal Emergency Management Agency before the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management: "EAS and IPAWS"
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It is an honor to appear before you on behalf of FEMA, to discuss the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) program and our recent nationwide Emergency Alert System (EAS) test.
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