Contracting during an emergency can be challenging. For example, contracting officers had to buy things that their agencies don't usually buy, and faced pressure to award contracts quickly. Keep Reading
Supervisors will continue to provide maximum telework opportunities and flexible scheduling to optimize the workforce while defending our nation, taking care of our people, and ensuring success through teamwork. Keep Reading
We are still learning about this virus, but we know that it can spread from people to animals in some situations, especially during close contact. Keep Reading
The Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention released updated information for fully vaccinated people given new evidence on the B.1.617.2 (Delta) variant currently circulating in the United States. Keep Reading
My mother was killed by COVID-19, and with the delta surge I’m grasping for the right words that could change one reticent person’s mind on the reality of COVID, the severity of COVID, and especially the need to get vaccinated. Keep Reading
CCDH, a UK/US non-profit and non-governmental organization, found in March that these 12 online personalities they dubbed the “disinformation dozen” have a combined following of 59 million people across multiple social media platforms, with Facebook having the largest impact. Keep Reading
COVID-19 digital vaccine credentials may become an important part of traveling. Some countries and organizations are implementing their own travel passes but new WHO guidance clouds the future of these programs. Keep Reading
In his first Advisory as U.S. Surgeon General, Vivek Murthy warned that health misinformation is fueling the COVID-19 pandemic and poses an increasing risk to public health. Keep Reading
Nearly 2,500 dedicated personnel continue to work with applicants to manually review every application and determine eligibility each week. Keep Reading
The scene is a familiar one: a room filled with people moving with urgency and purpose, surrounded by graphs and charts, alongside desks and chalkboards/flip charts. Keep Reading
A new GAO report reveals complications with implementing and validating COVID-19 policies in immigration detention facilities. Keep Reading
While COVID-19 cases and positive test results in the National Capital Region and communities nationwide have significantly decreased since May 2021, the pandemic is still ongoing, and many people are not yet fully vaccinated. Keep Reading
Executives face both enduring and emergent security challenges that require a new approach. Keep Reading
Criswell tells Congress that supply chain security is a priority along with equity and inclusion for disaster survivors and staff. Keep Reading
"The concern we have is that we have pockets in this country, particularly, but not exclusively, among certain Southern states, where the level of vaccination is really dangerously low, around 35 percent or so." Keep Reading
The national average for an award is $6,756, as nearly 2,500 FEMA employees continue working with applicants to manually review every application, determining eligibility each week. Keep Reading
The health care emergency temporary standard is aimed at protecting workers facing the highest coronavirus hazards—those working in health care settings where suspected or confirmed coronavirus patients are treated. Keep Reading
The $28 billion FEMA budget request is nearly $1.9 billion more than the amount enacted in fiscal year 2021. Keep Reading
Assistant Director of National Intelligence for Strategic Communications Amanda Schoch confirmed Thursday that the IC didn't yet have enough information to pick lab accident or transmission from animals to humans. Keep Reading
The COVID-19 pandemic has placed enormous pressures on our country's first responders who risk exposure every day. As key workers within the homeland security mission, their safety and resilience in the face of unprecedented conditions is of utmost concern and urgency to DHS S&T. Keep Reading