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12/07/11--04:00: Fact Sheet: Beyond the Border Statement of Privacy Principles (chan 1120241)

Beyond the Border recognizes that today’s threats to our mutual security are global, complex, rapidly evolving, and sophisticated. As many of these threats require cross-border cooperation, greater information sharing between Canada and the United States is vital to enhancing our countries’ shared security.


12/07/11--04:00: Fact Sheet: Beyond the Border United States – Canada Economic Relationship (chan 1120241)

The United States and Canada enjoy the largest bilateral trade and investment relationship in the world, supported by the Canada-United States Free Trade Agreement of 1988 and advanced since 1994 through the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).


12/07/11--04:00: Testimony of Craig A. Bennett, Director, National Pollution Funds Center, Before the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, on "The Restore Act" (H.R. 3096): Relationship to the OSLTF and OPA '90 (chan 1120241)

On the evening of April 20, 2010, an explosion aboard the Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit (MODU) DEEPWATER HORIZON, located in the Gulf of Mexico approximately 50 miles from the coast of Louisiana, led to the sinking of the MODU, the tragic loss of 11 lives, and the worst oil spill in U.S. history.


12/07/11--04:00: Fact Sheet: Beyond the Border Pre-Inspection and Pre-Clearance (chan 1120241)

Through the Beyond the Border initiative, the United States and Canada are committed to enhancing security while facilitating lawful travel and trade. Pre-inspection and pre-clearance are important tools for achieving these goals.


12/07/11--04:00: Testimony Of Assistant Secretary David Heyman, Office Of Policy Before The House Committee On The Judiciary, Subcommittee On Immigration Policy And Enforcement: "The United States Visa Waiver Program" (chan 1120241)

Testimony Of Assistant Secretary David Heyman, Office Of Policy Before The House Committee On The Judiciary, Subcommittee On Immigration Policy And Enforcement: "The United States Visa Waiver Program"


12/07/11--04:00: Written Statement of Steward D. Beckham Director, Office of National Capital Region Coordination, Federal Emergency Management Agency before the U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia and The U.S. Senate Homeland Security A (chan 1120241)

NCRC was transferred to FEMA along with other preparedness elements under the Post Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act (PKEMRA) in 2007. This shift recognized FEMA’s strong partnerships with state, local, and federal authorities, and was designed to promote the seamless coordination of all-hazards preparedness and response efforts between and across all National Capital Region jurisdictions.


12/07/11--04:00: Fact Sheet: Beyond the Border United States – Canada Law Enforcement Cooperation (chan 1120241)

The United States and Canada have long enjoyed a collaborative law enforcement relationship. Through joint threat assessment, investigations, operations, and support for prosecutions, consistent with our respective domestic laws, we have made both countries more secure while facilitating lawful travel and trade.


12/07/11--04:00: Fact Sheet: Beyond the Border Key Questions and Answers (chan 1120241)

Key questions and answers about the Beyond the Border Action Plan.


12/07/11--04:00: Fact Sheet: Beyond the Border Facilitating Travel at the United States - Canada Border (chan 1120241)

At 5,525 miles (8,891 kilometers), the United States-Canada border is the longest shared border in the world. The border, which crosses various terrains and environments, is a diverse region consisting of major metropolitan centers, integrated bi-national communities, numerous transit hubs, tribal lands, and vast regions with little or no population. It is also a dynamic border with accessibility and security requirements that vary significantly with the seasons.


12/09/11--04:00: Readout Of Secretary Napolitano's Meeting With Secretary Lahood And Canadian Minister Lebel (chan 1120241)

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today joined Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Ray LaHood to meet with Canadian Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities Minister Denis Lebel to discuss the ongoing partnership between the United States and Canada to work on a shared approach to border and transportation security, while expediting lawful trade and travel.


12/12/11--04:00: Readout of Secretary Napolitano’s Meeting with Canadian Public Safety Minster Vic Toews (chan 1120241)

Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today met with Canadian Public Safety Minister Vic Toews to discuss the ongoing partnership between the United States and Canada to strengthen border security and information sharing capabilities to better combat cross-border crime, while expediting legitimate trade and travel.


12/12/11--04:00: Fact Sheet: Blueprint for a Secure Cyber Future (chan 1120241)




12/12/11--04:00: Secretary Napolitano Unveils New "If You See Something, Say Something™" Campaign Spanish-Language Public Service Announcements (chan 1120241)

Secretary Napolitano Unveils New "If You See Something, Say Something™" Campaign Spanish-Language Public Service Announcements


12/13/11--04:00: 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" (chan 1120241)

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.


12/14/11--04:00: Statement By Deputy Secretary Lute On The Signing Of A New U.S.-EU PNR Agreement (chan 1120241)

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.


12/15/11--04:00: Statement by Secretary Napolitano on DOJ’s Findings of Discriminatory Policing in Maricopa County (chan 1120241)

“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.”


12/16/11--04:00: Readout of Secretary Napolitano's Meeting with Swedish Deputy Foreign Minister Frank Belfrage (chan 1120241)

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.


12/20/11--04:00: DHS and DOD Announce Continued Partnership in Strengthening Southwest Border Security (chan 1120241)

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.


12/22/11--04:00: Statement by Secretary Napolitano on Commissioner Bersin's Resignation (chan 1120241)

"I want to thank Alan Bersin for his distinguished leadership over the past two years as the CBP Commissioner."


12/22/11--04:00: Secretary Napolitano Highlights DHS' Progress in 2011 (chan 1120241)

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.


12/29/11--04:00: DHS Announces "If You See Something, Say Something™" Campaign Partnership with the National Hockey League (chan 1120241)

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.


12/30/11--04:00: Remarks by Secretary Janet Napolitano (chan 1120241)

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.


01/12/12--04:00: Secretary Napolitano Participates in Human Trafficking Roundtable (chan 1120241)

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.


01/17/12--04:00: Readout of Secretary Napolitano’s Participation in Panel Discussion Hosted by the Aspen Homeland Security Group (chan 1120241)

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.


01/18/12--04:00: Secretary Napolitano Meets with State, Local, and Tribal Law Enforcement on Countering Violent Extremism (chan 1120241)

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.


01/19/12--04:00: Readout of Secretary Napolitano’s Remarks at the National Sheriffs’ Association 2012 Winter Conference (chan 1120241)

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.


01/25/12--04:00: Secretary Napolitano Unveils National Strategy for Global Supply Chain Security (chan 1120241)

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.