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Homeland Security

Bill To Sustain Government Operations Extends DHS, DoJ Counter-Drone Authorities

By Cal Biesecker

Tuesday, September 27th, 2022

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Bill To Sustain Government Operations Extends DHS, DoJ Counter-Drone Authorities

The popular quadcopter UAV developed by China's DJI. These recreation drones can be a nuisance or a threat in some areas. Photo: DJI

Counter-drone authorities used by the Departments of Homeland Security and Justice that are set to expire in October would be extended into December under a proposed continuing resolution to maintain funding for the federal government until Dec. 16. Congressional Democrats late Monday introduced the continuing resolution, known as a CR, to keep the government operating at fiscal year 2022 funding levels once the new fiscal year begins on Oct. 1. The CR will give Congress time to conclude budget negotiations…

Army

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Army

Hegseth Says DoD Open To Reviewing Army’s Planned Cuts To Legacy Helicopter Procurement

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