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National Response Framework Released

January 22, 2008 – The Department of Homeland Security released the National Response Framework (NRF), which focuses on response and short-term recovery, and encourages a higher level of readiness across all jurisdictions.

"Participation from our stakeholders and high-quality feedback has made the NRF an outstanding document," Secretary Chertoff said. "The work that went into the development of the NRF establishes strong guidance for state and local officials as they respond to disasters, and provides a powerful playbook for the federal coordination of resources and assets that assist in managing disasters of all sizes and scope." Read More

(Courtesy of The Department of Homeland Security)

New Border Crossing Procedures

Begin Jan. 31, 2008

January 18, 2008 – Beginning January 31, 2008, border crossers will be asked to present documents denoting citizenship and identity when entering the United States through land and sea ports of entry. This change primarily affects United States and Canadian citizens, who have previously been permitted entry by oral declaration alone, and marks the transition toward standard and consistent documents for all travelers entering the country. It is also the start of a more robust and concerted public education campaign, intended to inform travelers of document requirements which will be implemented next year.

“For the safety of the American people, the United States cannot have an honor system at the border,” said Secretary Michael Chertoff. “Requiring secure and reliable documentation at our borders will drastically reduce security vulnerabilities posed by permitting entry based on oral declarations alone." Read More.

(Courtesy of The Department of Homeland Security)

President George W. Bush is flanked by members of his Advisory Council on Financial Literacy Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008, as he announces its establishment during a statement in the Roosevelt Room of the White House. White House photo by Shealah Craighead

(Courtesy of The White House (www.whitehouse.gov)