12/17/2007 - The status of border security initiatives is reviewed in a new GAO report. The paper examines the ease with which radioactive materials might be smuggled into the United States.
12/17/2007 - A bill (H.R. 3534) introduced by Rep. Thomas Tancredo (R-CO) would suspend the visa waiver program until the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) fully implements an automated entry-exit system and the use of biometric machine readers and passports.
11/13/2007 - In a draft national cargo security strategy, the Department of Homeland Security sets a "zero-tolerance policy" toward the arrival of weapons of mass destruction at U.S. borders. The goal is to inspect 100 percent of "designated high-risk" cargo.
11/13/2007 - In a draft national cargo security strategy, the Department of Homeland Security sets a "zero-tolerance policy" toward the arrival of weapons of mass destruction at U.S. borders. The goal is to inspect 100 percent of "designated high-risk" cargo.
10/10/2007 - Passport and visa security are highlighted in a July report on border security by the government’s watchdog. Recommendations address taking better advantage of security features in the future.