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Publications Library

The Publication Library contains guidance and policy papers, reports, strategies, program regulations, guidelines, brochures and more.

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  • DHSICEPIA-065 Biometric Identification Transnational Migration Alert Program

    The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Office of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) established the Biometric Identification Transnational Migration Alert Program (BITMAP) to promote and strengthen the international cooperation and coordination of law enforcement agencies’ efforts to combat transnational criminal activity, identify threats of potential terrorism, and enforce customs laws. 

  • Mobile Application for Luggage Self-Screening

    Mobile Application to Pre-Screen Passenger Luggage for Security Compliance.

  • K2P Anniversary Social Toolkit

    Know2Protect’s social media toolkit for the first anniversary of their official launch.

  • Rad Survey Guidance

    An ideal background radiation survey will provide first responders, emergency managers, and public health officials with a better understanding of the typical levels of radiation in their jurisdiction.

  • Biometric Data Sharing with SLTT Law Enforcement

    The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Automated Biometric Identification System (IDENT) is the DHS-wide repository for comparing, storing, and sharing biometric information, such as fingerprints, face images, and iris scans. IDENT is the largest biometric repository in the U.S. government. 

  • USCIS Grants

    In compliance with President Trump’s Memorandum on Radical Transparency About Wasteful Spending, the Department of Homeland Security provides the following information on actions taken to reduce spending.

  • CISA Grants

    In compliance with President Trump’s Memorandum on Radical Transparency About Wasteful Spending, the Department of Homeland Security provides the following information on actions taken to reduce spending.

  • DHS Cultural Resource Management Program Directive and Instruction

    Subject to the availability of funds, this Directive and Instruction establish policies and responsibilities for the appropriate creation and management of cultural resource programs throughout the Department of Homeland Security (DHS or Department), in accordance with applicable federal statutory and regulatory requirements, Executive Orders (EOs), and Presidential Memoranda.

  • DHS Reuse Excess Property Act Internal Guidance

    The Reuse Excess Property Act mandates that executive agencies develop and publicly share internal guidance on the use of excess personal property. This guidance aims to promote the reutilization of assets to meet agency needs efficiently and cost-effectively.

  • Exploring the Use of Three-Digit Call Lines

    Three-digit helplines provide communities with an outlet to help them gain access to available information about relevant and local intervention resources. 

Last Updated: 01/28/2022