⚠️NRC Draft Report on Level 3 Probabilistic Risk Assessment for Reactors
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing for public comment a draft report on the Level 3 Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) project; specifically, "Volume 5: Overview of Reactor, Low-Power and Shutdown, Level 1, 2, and 3 PRAs for Internal Events."
Learn More⚖️Executive Order 14342
Executive Order 14342 establishes a policy to end cashless bail to enhance public safety and empower law enforcement. The order requires federal resources not to support jurisdictions with cashless bail policies and outlines consequences for such jurisdictions, including the suspension of federal funds. This move aims to better protect Americans from individuals deemed high-risk awaiting trial.
Learn More📡FCC Proposes Rules to Enhance Network Improvements and Safety
In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that seeks comment on deregulatory options to encourage providers to build, maintain, and upgrade their networks such that all consumers and businesses can benefit from technological strides in the communications marketplace, while safeguarding consumers' access to critical emergency services such as 911. These actions propose to reduce regulatory barriers that prevent much-needed investment in and deployment of broadband and thus hinder the transition to all-IP networks offering a plethora of advanced communications services, and seek comment on ways to further fast-track the delivery of services to consumers through modernized networks while protecting public safety.
Learn More🏛️New Measures to Tackle Crime Emergency in D.C.
Executive Order 14339 outlines additional measures to combat the crime emergency in the District of Columbia. It includes hiring more law enforcement officers, creating specialized units, and investigating compliance with safety regulations by housing authorities, aiming to restore order and safety in the nation's capital.
Learn More⚖️Executive Order to End Cashless Bail in Washington, D.C.
Executive Order 14340 focuses on ending cashless bail policies in the District of Columbia amid a declared crime emergency. The order directs federal agencies to ensure dangerous criminal suspects are detained pretrial, enhancing public safety and holding local law enforcement accountable for updates to existing release policies. Key violent and property offenses are specified for pretrial detention.
Learn More📝Agency Information Collection for SAFECOM Membership Questionnaire
The Emergency Communications Division (ECD) within Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) submits the following information collection request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance. CISA previously published this information collection request (ICR) in the Federal Register on May 26, 2025, for a 60-day public comment period. Zero comments were received by CISA. The purpose of this notice is to allow an additional 30 days for public comments.
Learn More🚨FCC Proposes Modernization of Emergency Alert Systems
In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) begins a reexamination of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) from the ground up and seeks comment on whether fundamental changes could make these alerting systems more effective, efficient, and better able to serve the public's needs. EAS was introduced 31 years ago, and WEA was introduced 13 years ago, using the technology available at the time. The Commission seeks comment on what goals these alerting systems should aim to achieve, whether these systems are currently effective at achieving these goals, and what steps should be taken to modernize these systems to improve their usefulness and better leverage modern technology while minimizing burdens on stakeholders.
Learn More⚖️DEA Temporarily Schedules New Synthetic Opioids - Compliance Needed
The Drug Enforcement Administration issues this temporary order to schedule two benzimidazole-opioids in schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. DEA bases this action on a finding that placing these substances in schedule I is necessary to avoid imminent hazard to public safety. This order imposes the regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal sanctions applicable to schedule I controlled substances on persons who handle (manufacture, distribute, reverse distribute, import, export, engage in research, conduct instructional activities or chemical analysis, or possess) or propose to handle these substances.
Learn More🚔Executive Order 14333
Executive Order 14333 declares a crime emergency in the District of Columbia due to escalating violence impacting public safety, federal functions, and law enforcement. The order delegates authority to the Attorney General to utilize the Metropolitan Police Department to address these urgent public safety concerns, with a commitment to restoring order and security in the nation's capital.
Learn More🏙️Executive Order 14321 on Homelessness and Public Safety
Executive Order 14321 focuses on addressing homelessness and enhancing public safety in urban areas by advocating for civil commitment for individuals with mental health issues or substance use disorders. It aims to redefine federal grant support and enforce stricter regulations to ensure accountability in homelessness programs, with the goal of reducing public safety threats.
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