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Readout of Secretary Mayorkas’s Meeting with King Abdullah II of Jordan
On July 20, 2021, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas met with King Abdullah II of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan during the King’s trip to Washington, D.C.
Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
DHS Announces New Cybersecurity Requirements for Critical Pipeline Owners and Operators
In response to the ongoing cybersecurity threat to pipeline systems, DHS’s Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced the issuance of a second Security Directive that requires owners and operators of TSA-designated critical pipelines that transport hazardous liquids and natural gas to implement a number of urgently needed protections against cyber intrusions.
Secretary Mayorkas Announces Extension and Re-Designation of Somalia for Temporary Protected Status
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas announced an 18-month extension and re-designation of Somalia for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). This extension and re-designation will be in effect from September 18, 2021, through March 17, 2023.
Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on DACA Ruling
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement regarding yesterday’s ruling on the DACA program.
DHS Announces Funding Allocations for FY 2021 Preparedness Grants
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas announced the final allocations for $475 million for seven Fiscal Year 2021 competitive preparedness grant programs.
United States Government Launches First One-Stop Ransomware Resource at StopRansomware.gov
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), together with federal partners, have launched a new website to combat the threat of ransomware. StopRansomware.gov establishes a one-stop hub for ransomware resources for individuals, businesses, and other organizations.
Save the Date: Secretary Mayorkas’ 2021 State of Homeland Security Address
On Thursday, July 29, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern, Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas will deliver the 2021 State of Homeland Security Address.
Secretary Mayorkas Overviews U.S. Maritime Migrant Interdiction Operations
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas spoke about U.S. Maritime Migrant Interdiction Operations at a DHS press briefing.
Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on the Confirmation of Jen Easterly as CISA Director
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement on the confirmation of Jen Easterly as Director of the DHS Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
Readout of Secretary Mayorkas’s Trip to Guatemala
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas was in Guatemala to meet with government officials and conduct site visits highlighting the partnership between the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Guatemalan counterparts.
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