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*CP3 Releases New Suite of Prevention Resources* "10/15/2024"

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CP3 Releases Four New Prevention Resources

Everyone has a role to play in preventing targeted violence. CP3’s new suite of evidence-based “Prevention Resources” [ https://www.dhs.gov/cp3-resource-center ] provide the tools, education, and resources to create informed, prepared, and protected communities.

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Enhancing Behavioral Threat Assessment and Case Management Capabilities Through a Public Health-Informed Approach

This Prevention Resource outlines how behavioral threat assessment and case management models may benefit by adopting a public health-informed approach to targeted violence and terrorism prevention. It also summarizes emerging practices in case management techniques to build practitioner capacity at all levels of violence prevention.

*Click here to read more and share [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/enhancing-behavioral-threat-assessment-and-case-management-capabilities ].*

BTAM2 [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/enhancing-behavioral-threat-assessment-and-case-management-capabilities ]

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Exploring the Use of Three-Digit Call Lines

This report provides an overview of current research and programming efforts to integrate targeted violence and terrorism prevention information and practice into three-digit call lines, such as 211 and 311 assistance and information telephone numbers, as well as 911 and 988 emergency and crisis support lines.

*Click here to read more and share [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/exploring-use-three-digit-call-lines-prevention-resource ].*

3dig [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/exploring-use-three-digit-call-lines-prevention-resource ]

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State TVTP Strategy Development

This evidence-based guide was created to assist states in developing state-level targeted violence and terrorism prevention strategies to safeguard each state from potential risks and threats of violence. By following the steps outlined in this guide, states can benefit from collaborative efforts and craft prevention strategies tailored to the unique needs and challenges of their communities.

*Click here to read more and share [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/state-tvtp-strategy-development-cp3-prevention-resource ].*

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Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention Partner Resource Guide

This list of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) resources provides a comprehensive overview of funding, technical assistance, regional contacts, training, and educational materials to help keep your community safe.

*Click here to read more and share [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/targeted-violence-and-terrorism-prevention-partner-resource-guide ].*

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Use these resources to help prevent targeted violence and terrorism in your communities.

*Learn More* [ https://www.dhs.gov/cp3-resource-center ]

CP3 prioritizes privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties within DHS legal authorities and policy. CP3 works to ensure that its programs include fundamental constitutional and legal protections. CP3 does not engage in widespread data collection or activities like law enforcement investigations or intelligence gathering. CP3 does not engage in censorship or encourage or facilitate any censorship. Government censorship of viewpoints not only infringes on individuals’ constitutional rights, but it is also an ineffective tactic to prevent targeted violence and terrorism.

*Season 4, Episode 9: Ambassadors for Science* "10/16/2024"

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Season 4, Episode *9: Ambassadors for Science*

Closing out this season of Technologically Speaking, host Brittany Greco has a fascinating discussion with Emily Saulsgiver, Deputy Director of S&T’s International Cooperative Programs Office (ICPO). ICPO oversees S&T’s international activities, including identifying areas of mutual interest for cooperation, fostering scientific exchanges, addressing shared challenges, and sparking global innovation. Emily also lets us in on some of the lessons she’s learned along the way about the protocols of international negotiations, the best way to get to know a country, and how to best work together to tackle new challenges from old problems.

Listen on scitech.dhs.gov [ https://www.dhs.gov/science-and-technology/technologically-speaking-podcast ]

Listen on Apple Podcasts [ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/technologically-speaking/id1681636717 ]

Tech Speak Podcast on YouTube [ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8s9ApoPdMII ]

*Available on the web and on Apple Podcasts and YouTube!* Subscribe and follow *@DHSSciTech* and *#TechnologicallySpeaking* on social media to be notified when new episodes drop.

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*October 2024 School Safety Community Bulletin: Events, Opportunities, and Resources* "10/16/2024"

School Safety Events and Opportunities
October 2024

* Latest News [ #Latest_News ]
* Upcoming Events and Opportunities [ #Upcoming ]
* School Safety Resources [ #New_Resources ]

Latest News

*Federal Government Announces Actions on Improving School-Based Active Shooter Drills* [ https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/26/fact-sheet-president-biden-and-vice-president-harris-announce-additional-actions-to-reduce-gun-violence-and-save-lives/ ]
The federal government announced forthcoming actions to develop and publish information for K-12 schools and institutions of higher education regarding school-based active shooter drills. The information will include a summary of existing research and resources on active shooter drills; how to conduct effective and age- and developmentally-appropriate drills; how best to communicate about drills and prevent students and educators from experiencing trauma or psychological distress associated with these drills; and how best to serve people with disabilities and language-related needs when designing and implementing school-based active shooter drills.

*FCC and ED Release Cybersecurity Resource Guide* [ https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-us-dept-education-release-cybersecurity-resource-guide ]
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the U.S. Department of Education (ED), with input from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), released a resource guide [ https://www.fcc.gov/sites/default/files/Cybersecurity-Resource-Recommendations.pdf ] to help schools and libraries evaluate their cybersecurity risks and identify the most impactful cybersecurity solutions. The guide can also help schools and libraries as they complete applications for the FCC’s Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program and serve broadly as a resource for schools and libraries as they take steps to better protect their networks.

*ED Shares Resources for Communities Following Natural Disasters* [ https://blog.ed.gov/2024/09/resources-for-communities-following-natural-disasters-2/ ]
ED has curated resources, including those developed by other federal agencies and organizations, to assist schools in dealing with impacts of natural disasters. These resources can help educational institutions restore the teaching and learning environment as well as support whole community recovery efforts. Schools can also access a range of emergency planning resources [ https://www.schoolsafety.gov/emergency-planning ], including those specific to recovery [ https://www.schoolsafety.gov/emergency-planning?subtopic%5B116%5D=116#views-exposed-form-resources-by-subtopic-block-1 ], on SchoolSafety.gov.

*DHS Releases 2025 Homeland Threat Assessment* [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/10/02/dhs-2025-homeland-threat-assessment-indicates-threat-domestic-and-foreign-terrorism ]
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the 2025 Homeland Threat Assessment [ https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/2024-10/24_320_ia_homeland-threat-assessment-2025-30sep24.pdf ] (HTA), describing a threat environment that is expected to “remain high” over the coming year. The HTA provides information on threats to public safety and security in order to assist federal, state, and local partners in preparing for, preventing, and responding to an ever-evolving threat environment. It covers topic areas and threats related to public safety, border and immigration, critical infrastructure, and economic security. The announcement of the HTA also included information on DHS’s efforts and resources [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/10/02/dhs-2025-homeland-threat-assessment-indicates-threat-domestic-and-foreign-terrorism ] to combat threats.

*SAMHSA Provides Youth Substance Use Prevention **Resources for Educators and Families* [ https://www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/observances/substance-use-prevention-month ]
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is observing Youth Substance Use Prevention Month [ https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/30/a-proclamation-on-national-youth-substance-use-prevention-month-2024/ ] in October. Prevention strengthens protective factors and reduces risk factors in individuals, families, schools, and communities, and helps to mitigate substance use and mental health challenges, especially among youth and young adults. SAMHSA offers a range of resources to support substance use prevention, including the “Talk. They Hear You.”® [ https://www.samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you ] campaign.

*Justice Department Launches New Curriculum on Bullying and Youth Hate Crimes* [ https://www.ojp.gov/news/news-release/empowering-students-and-fostering-respectful-communities ]
The Justice Department’s Office of Justice Programs’ Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention released the Youth Hate Crimes and Identity-Based Bullying Prevention Curriculum [ https://ojjdp.ojp.gov/publications/youth-hate-crimes-bullying-prevention-curriculum.pdf ]. The curriculum is designed to empower middle and high school students with tools to combat bias, prejudice and hate, and enhance their digital and media literacy skills. It includes evidence-based interventions to address risk factors for violence and enhance protective factors that promote positive youth development.

*ED Announces COVID-19 Test Distribution* [ https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/education-policy/letter-secretary-cardona-regarding-covid-test-distribution ]
ED, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is offering COVID-19 tests to interested local educational agencies (LEAs). LEAs, including public school districts and public charter school districts, may request over-the-counter rapid antigen COVID-19 self-tests [ https://www.ed.gov/teaching-and-administration/safe-learning-environments/covid-19/covid-19-resources-for-schools-students-and-families ] free of charge for their students, families, staff, and school communities. Schools can use the tests to stock school nurses’ offices, send test kits home with students or parents, or distribute within their communities.

*Cybersecurity Awareness Month Shares Tips to Stay Safe Online [ https://www.cisa.gov/cybersecurity-awareness-month ]
*Cybersecurity Awareness Month aims to highlight some of the emerging challenges that exist in the world of cybersecurity today and provide straightforward, actionable guidance that anyone can follow to reduce cyber risk. The theme of Cybersecurity Awareness Month is "Secure Our World" [ https://www.cisa.gov/secure-our-world ], which emphasizes four simple steps that anyone can take to stay safe online: use strong passwords and a password manager; turn on multifactor authentication, recognize and report phishing, and update software.

*DHS Awards $18 Million to Help Prevent Targeted Violence and Terrorism* [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/18/dhs-awards-18-million-law-enforcement-public-health-and-nonprofits-underserved ]
DHS awarded 35 grants, totaling $18 million, under the Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention (TVTP) Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2024. The TVTP Grant Program provides funding to eligible applicants to develop sustainable, multidisciplinary targeted violence and terrorism prevention capabilities in local communities; to pilot innovative prevention approaches; and to identify prevention best practices that can be replicated in communities across the country. The awards included 20 grantees focused wholly or in part on targeted violence prevention in youth settings.

*SchoolSafety.gov Offers Resources and Guidance to Prevent Bullying* [ https://www.schoolsafety.gov/bullying-and-cyberbullying ]*
*October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a month-long observance to educate and raise awareness about bullying and cyberbullying prevention. Everyone in the school community can play a role in addressing and preventing bullying. Learn about school-based bullying prevention strategies in SchoolSafety.gov’s latest issue brief [ https://www.schoolsafety.gov/sites/default/files/2024-09/SchoolSafety.gov_Bullying%20and%20Cyberbullying%20Prevention%20Strategies%20and%20Resources_508.pdf ], and access additional resources through SchoolSafety.gov [ https://www.schoolsafety.gov/bullying-and-cyberbullying ] and StopBullying.gov [ https://www.stopbullying.gov/ ].

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

Grants and Funding Opportunities

* *Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program – Local Solicitation [ https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2024-172239 ] *(Deadline: October 16)
* *Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program [ https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-announces-application-filing-window-cybersecurity-pilot ]* (Deadline: November 1)
* *State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program [ https://www.cisa.gov/cybergrants/slcgp ] *(Deadline: December 3)

Visit the SchoolSafety.gov Grants Finder Tool [ https://www.schoolsafety.gov/grants-finder-tool ] for additional school safety-related funding opportunities.

Events, Webinars, and Conferences [ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-awareness-briefing-cab-tickets-453321746547?keep_tld=1 ] [ https://mhttcnetwork.org/event/2024-speaker-series-presents-bullying-prevention-in-elementary-and-middle-schools-leveraging-experts-in-your-building-by-dr-sara-mcdaniel-event-registration/ ] [ https://www.schoolmentalhealth.org/webinars/ ] [ https://safesupportivelearning.ed.gov/events/webinar/lessons-field-young-adult-experiences-school-violence-survivors-and-advocates ] [ https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bKiqZ1RGQ0ifC_Jn3V67bA#/registration ]

* Cybersecurity Awareness Month Fireside Chat* [ https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/edbe9705-2ddc-4ef2-9b2a-d1cc78d2b387@bd5d4514-84de-4928-a9fd-6ae10bbad677 ] (October 21) – This webinar, hosted by ED, will cover basic cybersecurity considerations for school communities; data breaches, including detection, prevention, notifications, and communications; and considerations for evaluating the cybersecurity protections offered by vendors.

* Protecting School Systems: Understanding Cybersecurity Threats to K-12* [ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/protecting-school-systems-understanding-cybersecurity-threats-to-k-12-tickets-1029109071937 ] (October 23) – This webinar, hosted by CISA, will discuss the current cyber threat landscape and corresponding information and resources to help K-12 schools and school districts address systemic cybersecurity risks and strengthen their cyber posture.

*National Student Privacy and Data Security Fall Webinar Series *(November 6, 13, 20) – This webinar series, hosted by ED’s Student Privacy Policy Office and its Privacy Technical Assistance Center, will include the following sessions:

* FERPA 101 and Data Security Best Practices [ https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/c5199e09-33f6-4acc-b224-deeed9f8e4f2@bd5d4514-84de-4928-a9fd-6ae10bbad677 ] (November 6) – This webinar covers the basics of FERPA and provides training on current data security best practices for education data systems.
* FERPA 201 and Transparency [ https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/e1e2587d-f4ca-47c3-807d-3fbc18050b52@bd5d4514-84de-4928-a9fd-6ae10bbad677 ] (November 13) – This webinar dives into scenarios faced by schools and districts and highlights research on transparency.
* Incident Response and Vetting Educational Technology [ https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/d4fd6a5c-c804-4c50-8722-fba2f3028f88@bd5d4514-84de-4928-a9fd-6ae10bbad677 ] (November 20) – This webinar leads participants through a simulated data breach and explores how to assess online educational technology for privacy protections and general FERPA compliance.

*Enhancing School Safety Using Behavioral Threat Assessment* [ https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSSS/signup/37102 ] (November 20, January 15, March 19) – These virtual training events, hosted by the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC), will highlight key findings and implications from NTAC’s research on school violence prevention. This training will also provide guidance on how schools may develop or improve existing violence prevention programs utilizing a behavioral threat assessment model.

*Preventing Mass Attacks in Our Communities* [ https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSSS/signup/37102 ] (December 18, February 19, April 16) – These virtual training events, hosted by NTAC, will cover findings from NTAC’s research on mass attacks perpetrated in public and semi-public spaces, including businesses, houses of worship, schools, and more. This training will also provide guidance on how communities may develop or improve existing violence prevention programs utilizing a behavioral threat assessment model.

Visit the SchoolSafety.gov Events Page [ https://www.schoolsafety.gov/events ] for additional school safety-related webinars, conferences, and more.

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School Safety Resources

*Cybersecurity Resources*

*A Parent's Guide for Understanding K-12 School Data Breaches* [ https://studentprivacy.ed.gov/resources/parents-guide-understanding-k-12-school-data-breaches ]
This publication provides information to help parents of K-12 students understand what it means when a school has a data breach. It also provides tools and best practices to help parents and guardians navigate the process of protecting children’s data in the event of a breach.

*Secure Our World* [ https://www.cisa.gov/secure-our-world ]
This program educates individuals and organizations on actionable steps to stay more safe and secure online. It includes information and resources such as videos, toolkits, tip sheets, and posters.

*Bullying Prevention Resources*

*How to Talk about Bullying [ https://www.stopbullying.gov/resources/how-to-talk-about-bullying ]*
This resource offers tips for parents, caregivers, and students on how to talk about bullying.

*Emergency Planning Resources*

*Creating, Practicing, and Implementing Plans for Family Reunification Before, During, and After an Emergency* [ https://rems.ed.gov/Resources_EM%20Functions_Reunification.aspx ]
This webpage provides resources to help schools create a family reunification annex as part of a school emergency operations plan to detail actions that can help ensure students are reunited with their families following an emergency.

*Recovery Planning for Schools and Institutions of Higher Education in the Immediate Aftermath of a Significant or Federally Declared Natural Disaster* [ https://rems.ed.gov/docs/NDRFFederallyDeclaredDisasterFactSheet_508C.pdf ]
This fact sheet outlines information and resources to support schools and institutions of higher education in their recovery planning efforts in the immediate aftermath of a community-wide disaster.

*Additional School Safety Resources*

* Preventing Spread of Infections in K-12 Schools* [ https://www.cdc.gov/orr/school-preparedness/infection-prevention/index.html ]
This guidance is designed to maximize school attendance and its benefits for all students, while also preventing the spread of infectious diseases. It consolidates and simplifies previous recommendations intended specifically for K-12 school settings.

*School and Campus Health* [ https://www.samhsa.gov/school-campus-health ]
This webpage provides information and resources to assist efforts to promote mental health and substance use prevention in schools and on campuses and to provide safe learning environments.

*School Threat Assessment Toolkit* [ https://www.nc2s.org/resource/school-threat-assessment-toolkit/ ]
This toolkit is designed to aid schools in employing behavioral threat assessment and management as part of a comprehensive violence prevention strategy. The toolkit offers guidance on training, implementation and assessment of school threat assessment teams. It aims to ensure fidelity to student rights while providing practical tools like documents, forms, videos and additional resources to support schools’ efforts.

* Strategies for De-escalating Student Behavior in the Classroom* [ https://www.pbis.org/resource/strategies-for-de-escalating-student-behavior-in-the-classroom ]
This practice brief provides practical, research-based strategies educators can use to de-escalate challenging student behavior in the classroom.

Visit SchoolSafety.gov [ https://www.schoolsafety.gov/ ] for additional resources to support school safety and security efforts.

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*Statement from Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas on the Independent Review Panel Report of the July 13, 2024 Assassination Attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania* "10/17/2024" 

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*Statement from Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas on the Independent Review Panel Report of the July 13, 2024 Assassination Attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania*

WASHINGTON – Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas issued the following statement on the Independent Review Panel report released today regarding the July 13, 2024 assassination attempt against former President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania.

“We are grateful to the members of the bipartisan Independent Review Panel and their staff for their in-depth examination of the security failures that led to the July 13, 2024 assassination attempt on the former President and the loss of life and casualties suffered. The members of the Independent Review Panel are highly accomplished individuals with extensive security and law enforcement backgrounds, and the U.S. Secret Service’s protection mission will benefit greatly from their recommendations.

“I have reviewed the Independent Review Panel’s report and have met with the Panel members. We will fully consider the Panel’s recommendations and are taking the actions needed to advance the Secret Service’s protection mission. These actions will be responsive not only to the security failures that led to the July 13, 2024 assassination attempt but, importantly, to what the Independent Review Panel describes as systemic and foundational issues that underlie those failures. I commend Acting Director Rowe for his leadership and for proactively undertaking security enhancements, including those informed by the Secret Service’s internal Mission Assurance Review.

“I have the utmost confidence in the men and women of the United States Secret Service. We are operating in a heightened and dynamic threat environment, and it is their talent, unwavering dedication, and tireless service that ensures the safety and security of their protectees and our nation.”

Following the events of July 13 President Joe Biden directed DHS to conduct an independent security review. On July 21, 2024 Secretary Mayorkas named a bipartisan panel [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/07/21/secretary-mayorkas-names-bipartisan-independent-law-enforcement-experts-45-day ] with extensive law enforcement and security experience to conduct a 45-day independent review. The independent review panel of experts from outside of government was comprised of former DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano; the Hon. Mark Filip, a former federal judge and Deputy Attorney General to President George W. Bush; Ms. Frances Townsend, former Homeland Security Advisor to President George W. Bush; and Chief David Mitchell, the former superintendent of Maryland State Police and former Secretary of the Department of Public Safety and Homeland Security for the State of Delaware.

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*DHS Offers Protections for Lebanese Nationals Currently in the United States* "10/17/2024" 

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

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*DHS Offers Protections for Lebanese Nationals Currently in the United States*

"Certain Lebanese nationals will be eligible for DED and TPS, allowing them to work and temporarily remain in the United States"

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is announcing new actions to provide temporary immigration reprieve to eligible Lebanese nationals currently in the United States and allowing them the opportunity to request work authorization. Included in today’s announcement are details related to the Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) for Lebanese nationals as previously announced in July, and a planned new Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Lebanon.

After consultation with interagency partners, Secretary Mayorkas is announcing a new TPS designation for Lebanon for 18 months due to ongoing armed conflict and extraordinary and temporary conditions in Lebanon that prevent nationals of Lebanon from returning in safety. Those approved for TPS will be able to remain in the country while the United States is in discussions to achieve a diplomatic resolution for lasting stability and security across the Israel-Lebanon border. The designation of Lebanon for TPS will allow Lebanese nationals (and individuals having no nationality who last habitually resided in Lebanon) who have been continuously residing in the United States since October 16, 2024 to file initial applications for TPS, if they are otherwise eligible. Lebanese nationals who entered the United States after October 16, 2024 will not be eligible for TPS. More information about TPS, including how to apply for employment authorization, will be included in a forthcoming Federal Register Notice which DHS intends to publish in the next few weeks. Individuals should not apply for TPS under this designation until this Federal Register Notice publishes.

Today, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) also posted a Federal Register Notice [ https://www.federalregister.gov/public-inspection/2024-24229/employment-authorization-individuals-covered-by-deferred-enforced-departure-for-lebanon ] establishing procedures for those Lebanese nationals covered by President Biden’s July 26, 2024 grant of Deferred Enforced Departure [ https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/deferred-enforced-departure ] to apply for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) that will be valid through January 25, 2026. As described in the Federal Register Notice, eligible Lebanese nationals can apply for an EAD by filing Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization [ https://www.uscis.gov/i-765 ]. USCIS adjudicates each EAD application on a case-by-case basis to determine if an applicant meets all standards and eligibility criteria. More information about DED [ https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/deferred-enforced-departure ]-based EADs [ https://www.uscis.gov/i-765 ] is available on the USCIS website.

DHS is also publishing a Special Student Relief Notice for F-1 nonimmigrant students whose country of citizenship is Lebanon, or individuals having no nationality who last habitually resided in Lebanon, so that eligible students may request employment authorization, work an increased number of hours while school is in session, and reduce their course load while continuing to maintain F-1 status through the DED designation period.

In total, approximately 11,000 Lebanese nationals will likely be eligible for DED and TPS pursuant to these actions. There are also approximately 1,740 F-1 nonimmigrant students from Lebanon in the United States who may be eligible for Special Student Relief.

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SVIP Industry Day participants will hear from experts about the history and current state of Software ADGs and why they are critical to understanding and managing risk to the software that powers the cyber and physical infrastructure, learn the specifics of the DHS use cases and technical requirements from experts at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), as well as eligibility and portal instructions for application submissions from SVIP. All participants will have the opportunity to submit questions for the speakers live, and in-person attendees will also have the opportunity to network with industry peers and experts, and DHS representatives.

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