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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced an update to the major disaster declaration for Ohio, originally declared on April 8, 2019. This amendment, effective December 28, 2020, appoints Joseph Cirone as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Steven W. Johnson. The notice also includes several Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) numbers that are relevant for reporting and accessing disaster-related funds.

In response to COVID-19, the Acting Secretary of Homeland Security issued a declaration on January 27, 2021, stating that a national emergency exists. This declaration directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to implement measures to ensure the safety of individuals using or working in the transportation system. Consistent with previous orders and recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one of the key actions is the requirement for people to wear masks on transportation and at transportation hubs to help reduce the spread of the virus.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a correction to a previous notice about travel restrictions between the United States and Canada that was published on December 22, 2020, in the Federal Register. The correction involves changing the incorrect date "January 21, 2020," to the correct date "January 21, 2021." This change ensures the accuracy of the document regarding the continuation of temporary travel restrictions due to the ongoing coronavirus situation. If you need more details, you can contact Stephanie Watson at U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

The document is a notification from the Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, about temporary rules they issued for safety zones, security zones, and special local regulations that became effective and expired primarily between October 2021 and December 2021. These temporary rules were necessary for safety and security but could not be published in the Federal Register in time. Mariners and the public were informed through other methods like Local Notices to Mariners and press releases. The Coast Guard lists these temporary rules periodically to fulfill its obligation of public notification.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has issued an amendment to a major disaster declaration for Alabama. This amendment, dated January 13, 2021, adds Monroe County to the list of areas affected by a major disaster declared by the President on September 20, 2020. The amendment includes several Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) numbers for various disaster-related assistance programs.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is hosting a remote meeting via web conference to discuss the Voluntary Agreement for the Manufacture and Distribution of Critical Healthcare Resources for pandemic response. The meeting will occur on January 15, 2021, from 2 to 4 p.m. Eastern Time, with the first hour open to the public. Interested members of the public can participate by submitting written comments in advance using the provided methods by January 14, 2021. Part of the meeting will be closed to the public to protect confidential information and ensure willing participation from private sector partners.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) of the Department of Homeland Security announced a 30-day period for public comments on changes to the information collection related to the H-2 program. These changes are in line with the proposed rule titled "Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections." The notice emphasizes the need for public input, particularly regarding the burden of information collection on businesses and how it may affect H-2 worker compliance. The agency also provided details on how to submit feedback and encouraged stakeholders to consider privacy when providing information.

President Biden has reinstated Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) for eligible Liberians, allowing them to remain in the United States and continue working until June 30, 2022. This decision was made to support Liberians who have been residing in the U.S. and were part of the DED program as of January 10, 2021, while they transition to lawful permanent resident status. The action reflects the strong relationship between the United States and Liberia and aligns with U.S. foreign policy interests. Some individuals, such as those deemed ineligible for Temporary Protected Status or those with adverse foreign policy impacts, are excluded from this DED extension.

The Department of Homeland Security, along with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, has issued a notice to update tariffs on goods imported from China following a presidential order issued on February 1, 2025. This measure is part of an effort to combat the synthetic opioid supply chain in China, and it imposes an additional 10% duty on these imports. Certain exemptions apply, but most products from China, including Hong Kong, will be subject to this new duty if consumed or withdrawn after February 4, 2025. The document stresses that these new fees will apply alongside existing tariffs and precautions are in place to prevent duty-free treatment for these goods.

The Department of Homeland Security has issued a notice that rescinds a previous 2022 notice limiting expedited removal of certain non-citizens. This new notice restores the scope of expedited removal to the full extent allowed by Congress. It allows immigration officers to remove non-citizens who have been in the U.S. for less than two years without proper documentation, regardless of where they are found in the country. The notice aims to improve national security and reduce costs by streamlining the removal process for those not entitled to be in the U.S.