Updates

Rapiscan Systems Announces Follow-On TSA (Transportation Security Administration) Order for Approximately $3 Million for Advanced Technology X-Ray Aviation Screening Systems

Rapiscan Systems has been awarded a follow-on order for its Rapiscan 620DV (Dual-View) Advanced Technology (AT) X-Ray scanning systems used to screen baggage and parcel items at aviation checkpoints.

Stress Test for Community Pandemic Influenza Plans

A comprehensive set of pandemic influenza planning "stress tests" has been developed by Dr. Scott Lillibridge of Texas A&M's Health Science Center.

Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications (DoITT) and Northrop Grumman Corporation Announce the New York City Wireless Network Is Operational Citywide

The New York City Wireless Network (NYCWiN) is a high-speed, mobile data network representing the most aggressive commitment by any municipality in the United States to provide a next-generation public safety infrastructure.

State of Illinois Awards $650K Respiratory Protection Contract to Avon Protection Systems, Inc. and Pro-Tech Sales, Inc.

Under the terms of the contract, Pro-Tech and Avon Protection will provide C50 model gas masks and filtration accessories to Illinois law-enforcement end-users.

Testimony of DHS (Department of Homeland Security) Secretary Janet Napolitano, in Hearings Before the House Appropriations Committee's Subcommittee on Homeland Security, on the FY 2010 DHS Budget Request

The fiscal year 2010 DHS budget will strengthen current efforts vital to the nation's security, bolster the department's ability to respond to emerging and evolving threats, & allow DHS to carry out new responsibilities designed to protect the nation.

CSafe Announces EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) Approval for Its AcuTemp Air Cargo Container

The EASA approval makes the AcuTemp RKN the first and only compressor-driven cargo container to receive certifications from both U.S. and European agencies.

RedXDefense Launches Streamlined System for Collection and Analysis of Tactical and Strategic Trace Explosives Data

The XPAKi system allows operators to collect and analyze trace explosives data over a wide target area, record samples with barcode and GPS data, and preserve samples for further forensics.

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Private Aircraft Electronic Manifest Requirements Beginning Now

Starting 18 May 2009, the CBP began requiring advance passenger and pilot information on private aircraft entering and departing the United States. This requirement seeks to ensure greater post-9/11 security on non-commercial flights.

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) Revises Travel Health Warning for Novel H1N1 Flu in Mexico

The CDC's Travel Health Warning recommending against non-essential travel to Mexico, in effect since 27 April 2009, has been downgraded to a Travel Health Precaution for Mexico.

Federal Emergency Management Agency Provides Millions for Quick Start Schools in New Orleans

These funds, made available through FEMA's Public Assistance Program, were appropriated to help support the Quick Start Initiative, launched following Hurricane Katrina to jump-start school construction in New Orleans.