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Homeland Preparedness News is published by Macallan Communications and serves as your daily update on the latest policies affecting America’s homeland security, national defense, and public health safety. Our skilled journalists deliver the most important news in homeland security every day, along with exclusive articles and features. We provide valuable insights into how both government and private organizations are gearing up to tackle various threats to the United States. This includes strategies to prevent biological and chemical attacks, enhance cybersecurity, and minimize breaches at the country's borders.

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Global Congress issues recommendations on chemical security threats

3 days ago | homelandprepnews.com | Melina Druga

The Global Congress on Chemical Security and Emerging Threats released recommendations at its fifth plenary meeting last week to boost global action against chemical security threats. The meeting included 300 delegates from more than 100 countries and six international organizations. Technological advancements have increased the accessibility to chemicals of concern and advanced chemical dispersal mechanisms.
Legislation will seek to reform FEMA, federal disaster assistance programs

4 days ago | homelandprepnews.com | Melina Druga

Bipartisan legislation soon to be introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives would reform the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and federal disaster assistance programs. U.S. Reps.
DEA, federal authorities arrest 16 in connection to drug trafficking organization

1 week ago | homelandprepnews.com | Melina Druga

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and other federal authorities recently arrested 16 people and seized fentanyl, cash, firearms, and vehicles in five states in connection to a drug trafficking organization. Law enforcement officers executed coordinated search warrants. “Our communities are safer today because of the tireless dedication and coordination among federal, state, tribal, and local law enforcement,” U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison for the District of New Mexico said.
Task force formed to enhance security for special events like FIFA, Olympics

1 week ago | homelandprepnews.com | Liz Carey

U.S. Reps. Mark E. Green, M.D. (R-TN) and Michael McCaul (R-TX) said a bipartisan task force will conduct security oversight as the country prepares for major international events in the coming years. The “Task Force on Enhancing Security for Special Events in the United States” will visit select events sites, hold hearings, host roundtables and release a final report on their findings, the lawmakers said.
Legislation introduced to modernize missile technology export controls

1 week ago | homelandprepnews.com | Liz Carey

U.S. Reps. Michael McCaul (R-TX) and Bill Huizenga (R-MI) introduced legislation on Monday that would remove unnecessary regulatory barriers to missile technology export controls. The legislation, the Missile Technology Control Revision Act, would bolster national security while providing our allies with the ability to address shared security threats quickly, the law makers said.
Legislation would help law enforcement respond to building code violations

1 week ago | homelandprepnews.com | Melina Druga

Bipartisan legislation recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives would equip local law enforcement officers with the tools and training necessary to recognize and respond to public health threats arising from building code violations.
Biodefense commission issues report on U.S. warfighters

1 week ago | homelandprepnews.com | Liz Carey

The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) should safeguard the country and its warfighters from biological threats, a new report said. Issued by the Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense, the report, “Battle Rattle: Fast Movers for Military Biodefense” recommended 10 high priority action items the Trump administration and Congress should implement to strengthen military biodefense.
Autonomous fire suppression techniques successfully demonstrated

1 week ago | homelandprepnews.com | Melina Druga

Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, and California-based Rain, an autonomous aerial wildfire containment technology company, recently successfully demonstrated and tested autonomous wildfire suppression techniques. The tests were conducted in California in collaboration with San Bernardino County Fire Protection District firefighters. The firefighters built and set fire to multiple brush piles for the aircraft to find and suppress with water.
Legislation would grow U.S. Merchant Marines

2 weeks ago | homelandprepnews.com | Melina Druga

Bipartisan legislation recently reintroduced in Congress would bolster the U.S. Merchant Marines. The Shipbuilding and Harbor Infrastructure for Prosperity and Security (SHIPS) for America Act would boost the U.S. Merchant Marine by establishing national oversight and consistent funding for U.S. maritime policy. “America has been a maritime nation since our founding, and sea power was a significant contributor to our rise to being the most powerful nation on earth,” Sen.
Legislation to expand military recruitment introduced

2 weeks ago | homelandprepnews.com | Liz Carey

Legislation to enhance military recruitment was introduced recently by U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA), a combat veteran. The Service Enlistment and Recruitment of Valuable Engagement (SERVE) Act would promote the benefits of service while expanding recruiter access to high school students. The legislation is co-sponsored by U.S. Reps. Jen Kiggans (R-VA), Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), and Lance Gooden (R-TX).