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Homeownership Alliance, U.S. Department of Homeland Security Release Emergency Preparedness Guide for Homeowners: WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 /U.S. Newswire/ -- U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge and Homeownership Alliance President Rick Davis announced today that a comprehensive Emergency Preparedness Guide will be distributed to new homeowners, thanksWASHINGTON, Jan. 26 /U.S. Newswire/ -- U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge and Homeownership...; Tags: emergency preparedness, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Research articles 2005-01-26
Homeownership Alliance, U.S. Department of Homeland Security to Release Emergency Preparedness Guide for Homeowners: News Advisory: News Advisory:; Tags: emergency preparedness, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Research articles 2005-01-24
American Legislative Exchange Council Joins Emergency Preparedness Coalition: WASHINGTON, Sept. 5 /U.S. Newswire/ -- The American Legislative Exchange Council ALEC announced today its participation in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's DHS National Preparedness Month. ALEC joins a nationwide coalition of over 1,150 busiWASHINGTON, Sept. 5 /U.S. Newswire/ -- The American Legislative Exchange Council ALEC announced today its...; Tags: emergency preparedness, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Research articles 2006-09-05
APTA President Submits Testimony for Homeland Security Committee, Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Science, and Technology: WASHINGTON, July 26 /U.S. Newswire/ -- In light of the London and Madrid transit attacks, a special hearing has been called to address rail security in the United States and how to make rail transit more secure. Needs, vulnerabilities and best practices aWASHINGTON, July 26 /U.S. Newswire/ -- In light...; Tags: emergency preparedness, homeland security, Madrid, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Research articles 2005-07-26
Homeland Security: Coordinated Planning and Standards Needed to Better Manage First Responder Grants in the National Capital Region: Since the tragic events of September 11, 2001, the National Capital Region NCR, comprising jurisdictions including the District of Columbia and surrounding jurisdictions in Maryland and Virginia, has been recognized as a significant potential target for terrorism. The paper reports on what federal funds have been allocated to NCR jurisdictions...; Tags: Jurisdiction, U.S. Department Of Homeland Security, General Accounting Office, Standards, Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security, Government; White papers 2004-06-24

Homeland Security: Managing First Responder Grants to Enhance Emergency Preparedness in the National Capital Region: The report examines the use of federal funds emergency preparedness funds allocated to National Capital Region NCR jurisdictions, the challenges within the NCR to organizing and implementing efficient and effective preparedness programs, any emergency preparedness gaps that remain in the NCR, and the Department of Homeland Security's DHS role in...; Tags: Homeland Security, U.S. Department Of Homeland Security, Emergency Preparedness, Funds Emergency Preparedness Fund; White papers 2005-07-14
Homeland Security: Management of First Responder Grants in the National Capital Region Reflects the Need for Coordinated Planning and Performance Goals: Since the tragic events of September 11, 2001, the National Capital Region NCR, comprising jurisdictions has been recognized as a significant potential target for terrorism. The paper reports on what federal funds have been allocated to NCR jurisdictions for emergency preparedness; what challenges exist within NCR to organizing and implementing...; Tags: Performance, U.S. Department Of Homeland Security, General Accounting Office, Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security, Government; White papers 2004-05-01
Emergency Preparedness and Response Directorate of the Department of Homeland Security: The Homeland Security Act of 2002 (P.L. 107-296) requires the Emergency Preparedness and Response Directorate EPR of the Department of Homeland Security DHS to coordinate federal emergency management activities. The law consolidates federal emergency authorities and resources into EPR - but not terrorism preparedness activities, which are administered by the...; Tags: Emergency Management, U.S. Department Of Homeland Security, Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security, Transportation, Government; White papers 2003-06-25

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Home Concierge, the Online Home Management System, announces their partnership with U.S. Department of Homeland Security for National Preparedness Month: CHICAGO -- Home Concierge (www.BCBHomeConcierge.com), the online home management system, announces their participation in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security 5th annual National Preparedness Month this September. Sponsored by the department's Ready Campaign, National Preparedness Month helps to raise awareness and promote action by Americans, businesses, and communities on emergency...; Tags: partnership, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Research articles 2008-09-02
ICF International Awarded Task Order by Department of Homeland Security Valued at $5.6 Million: Firm to Support Business Continuity and Emergency Preparedness Office FAIRFAX, Va. -- ICF International (NASDAQ: ICFI) today announced it has won a new task order valued at $5.6 million with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security DHS, Office of Business Continuity and Emergency Preparedness BCEP. The task order was...; Tags: Government, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Research articles 2008-02-19
Conference on Emergency Preparedness and People with Disabilities: News Advisory: WHAT: First-ever Conference on Emergency Preparedness for People with Disabilities WHO: The National Capital Region with the support of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with The National Organization on Disability (N.O.D.) Secretary Tom Ridge, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Secretary Norman Mineta,...; Tags: conference, disability, secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Research articles 2004-09-14
Acting Homeland Security Under Secretary/FEMA Head Named: Last month, President George W. Bush designated R. David Paulison, administrator of the U.S. Fire Administration, acting under secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for Emergency Preparedness and Response and head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency FEMA. Paulison is a 30-year veteran of fire and emergency services...; Tags: Federal Emergency Management Agency, Florida, president; Research articles 2005-10-01
First-Ever Conference on Emergency Preparedness for People with Disabilities: News Advisory: -- First-ever Conference on Emergency Preparedness for People with Disabilities WHO: National Organization on Disability in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and The National Capital Region -- Alan Reich, president, National Organization on Disability (N.O.D.)-- Tom Ridge, Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security Keynote Speaker...; Tags: conference, disability, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Research articles 2004-08-12
Homeland Security Department Promotes Preparedness Throughout the United States: In the aftermath of a series of deadly hurricanes that battered the United States, and as terrorism continues to pose a serious threat to people and organizations around the world, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security DHS, in cooperation with all U.S. states and territories and more than 80 organizations...; Tags: U.S., U.S. Department Of Homeland Security, Marsh, Homeland Security, Government; White papers 2004-09-27
Yellow Pages Industry Helps Nation Prepare; Directories Provide Ideal Vehicle for Distribution of Important Emergency Preparedness Information: Business Editors BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J.--BUSINESS WIRE--Feb. 21, 2003 A major group of Yellow Pages publishers, including BellSouth Advertising and Publishing Group, QwestDex, SBC Directory Operations and Verizon Information Services, will support the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in its emergency preparedness campaign. The announcement came as part of...; Tags: U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Research articles 2003-02-21
Plans stretch 'preparedness' to the limit: Don't ditch the duct tape. It's still on the list of "tools and supplies" considered essential for emergency preparedness by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. But if a flu pandemic emerges, families might need much more than that to stay safe. The pandemic preparedness plan developed by...; Tags: HEALTHCARE, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; Research articles 2005-12-07
Terrorist Preparedness Test Set for Indian Point Reactor: BUCHANAN, New York ENS ? On June 8, 2004 the Federal Emergency Management Agency FEMA, which now is part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, will conduct an exercise is to assess the level of state and local preparedness in responding to a radiological emergency in the 10 mile...; Tags: Federal Emergency Management Agency, Government; Research articles 2004-06-07
Home Safety Council(r) Supports National Preparedness Month, Launches Initiatives Encouraging Families to Prepare for Emergencies: WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 /U.S. Newswire/ -- The Home Safety Council HSC has joined the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Citizen Corps as a coalition member to promote the third annual National Preparedness Month during September. HSC, a national nonprofit based in Washington, D.C., will launch a host of programs to...; Tags: FINANCE, Government, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Research articles 2006-08-24
US-Canada Technology Experiment Assesses Secure Wireless Data Communication Enhancements; Secure, Handheld Messaging Platform Provides Foundation for First Responder and Emergency Personnel Coordination in Time of Crisis: MENLO PARK, Calif. -- SRI International today announced the completion of tests that aim to improve the security of wireless data communications among domestic public safety, emergency preparedness, and law enforcement agencies, as well as for use in cross-border situations. The test exercise was commissioned by the U.S. Department of...; Tags: agency, cybersecurity, handheld, MARKETING, messaging, mobile, R&D, SECURITY, SRI International, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, WIRELESS; Research articles 2005-12-05
September is National Preparedness Month.: The National League of Cities has joined the U.S. Department of Homeland Security DHS, the American Red Cross and more than 50 national organizations in a coalition to educate the public about emergency preparedness. On September 9 DHS will launch the National Preparedness Month...; Tags: Government, INTERNET, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Research articles 2004-08-16