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Department of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today spoke with Iowa Governor Chet Culver following the breach of the Lake Delhi Dam in eastern Iowa on Saturday.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Administrator John S. Pistole today launched two major enhancements to general aviation security - the general aviation component of DHS's nationwide "If You See Something, Say Something" campaign, and a streamlined system for vetting passengers and crew on general aviation aircraft entering and exiting the United States through a single, Department-wide process.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano met with leaders of several veterans service organizations—at a meeting hosted by Disabled American Veterans—to discuss DHS’ ongoing collaboration and engagement with America’s veteran community.

“Secretary Napolitano will travel to Oshkosh, Wis., on Monday, July 26, with Transportation Security Administration Administrator John Pistole to participate in the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture Convention 2010, meet with general aviation industry leaders to discuss ongoing efforts to protect global aviation networks from threats of terrorism, and make an aviation security announcement. More details on the trip will be released once they are finalized.”

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano today launched the "Blue Campaign" - a DHS-wide initiative to combat human trafficking through enhanced public awareness, victim assistance programs, and law enforcement training and initiatives.

Janet Napolitano, secretaria del Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (Department of Homeland Security o DHS) lanzó la “Campaña Azul” (“Blue Campaign”), un esfuerzo a nivel de departamento para combatir la trata de personas por medio de programas de concientización y ayuda a las víctimas, como también capacitación y operativos para velar por el cumplimiento de la ley.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano marked the sixth anniversary of the issuance of the 9/11 Commission Report by releasing a 2010 progress report outlining advancements in the Department’s capabilities to protect against and respond to acts of terrorism and other threats—including a series of unprecedented steps to bolster aviation security in the United States and around the world.

Secretary Napolitano announced the deployment of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA)-funded advanced imaging technology (AIT) to 28 additional airports nationwide -strengthening security at airports throughout the nation while creating local jobs.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Department of Defense (DOD) announced that National Guard deployments to the Southwest border will begin on Aug. 1 as part of the administration’s unprecedented efforts to combat the transnational criminal organizations that smuggle weapons, cash and people across our Southwest border.

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano today announced more than $1.8 billion in Fiscal Year 2010 Federal Emergency Management Agency preparedness grants designed to help states, urban areas, tribal governments and non-profit organizations enhance their protection, prevention, response and recovery capabilities for risks associated with potential terrorist attacks and other hazards.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Napolitano joined President Obama, Commerce Secretary Gary Locke and White House Cybersecurity Coordinator Howard Schmidt to highlight the Obama Administration’s continued commitment to working closely with businesses, community-based organizations, governments at all levels and the American public to enhance America’s cybersecurity.

Secretary Napolitano will travel to Laredo, Texas, where she will announce fiscal year 2010 Operation Stonegarden grants - intended to support state and local law enforcement along the border - at Texas A&M International University at Laredo.

Canada's Public Safety Minister, Vic Toews and U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Janet Napolitano, met to advance a strategic dialogue on developing a shared vision for border security for Canada and the United States - one that will enhance security and resilience against common threats, while bolstering competitiveness and job creation.

Secretary Napolitano delivered remarks highlighting the Department's continued commitment to enhancing information sharing with state and local law enforcement partners to better protect the public at the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives Annual Training Conference and Exhibition.

Secretary Napolitano and Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Minister Jason Kenney of met to discuss a range of bilateral immigration issues. The goal of the discussion was to find additional ways of cooperating to enhance the integrity of both countries' immigration systems and expedite legitimate travel and commerce between the two nations.

Secretary Napolitano announced approximately $56 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funding for airport security projects at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), Orlando International Airport (MCO), and St. Louis International Airport (STL), enhancing the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) efforts to strengthen security at airports while creating jobs across the country.

Secretary Napolitano delivered remarks highlighting the Department's ongoing efforts to bolster security and increase resiliency at high-risk chemical facilities through the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program at the 2010 Chemical Sector Security Summit.

WASHINGTON—Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano today launched the first phase of DHS' nationwide "See Something, Say Something" campaign and announced a new national information-sharing partnership with Amtrak as part of the Department’s nationwide Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) initiative during a whistlestop train tour—highlighting the public’s role in keeping our country safe and the Obama administration’s commitment to bolstering surface transportation security.

Secretary Napolitano's statement on the passing of Senator Robert Byrd.