1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20229 US. Customs and Border Protection Released via FOIAonline account. August 30, 2019 CBP-2018-005705 Austin Evers American Oversight Washington, DC 20005 Dear Mr. Evers: As agreed to in American Oversight v. U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Case No. 1: 18-cv-01337, this is the sixth interim response to your Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), on behalf of American Oversight, in which you are seeking: 1.) All electronic mail containing any of the following terms: a. Catch of the Day b. #CatchOfTheDay c. Keeping America Safe d. #KeepingAmericaSafe 2.) All electronic mail containing the word “hashtag” and any of the following words or phrases: a. S1 b. S2 c. Secretary d. Deputy Secretary e. DepSec f. Kelly g. Duke 3.) All electronic mail containing any hashtags (“#”) and any of the following words or phrases: a. Illegal b. Illegals c. Alien d. Aliens e. Felon f. Felons g. Criminal h. Criminals A search of CBP databases has identified records responsive to your request, 513 pages of which are now being produced. CBP has determined that 49 pages of the records are partially releasable, pursuant to Title 5 U.S.C. § 552 (b)(5), (b)(7)(E), (b)(6), and (b)(7)(C); 323 pages have been withheld in full pursuant to Title 5 U.S.C. § 552 (b)(5), (b)(7)(E), (b)(6), and (b)(7)(C); and 141 pages are being released in full. Uploaded to your FOIAonline account are 513 pages with certain information withheld as described below: FOIA Exemption (b)(5) exempts from disclosure those inter- or intra-agency documents that are normally privileged in the civil discovery context. The three most frequently invoked privileges are the deliberative process privilege, the attorney work-product privilege, and the attorney-client privilege. After carefully reviewing the responsive documents, I have determined that portions of the responsive documents qualify for protection under the Deliberative Process Privilege: The types of records withheld under this privilege include Issue Papers, briefings, drafts, and expressions of candid opinions, the release of which would discourage or inhibit the free and frank exchange of information among agency personnel. FOIA Exemption (b)(6) exempts from disclosure personnel or medical files and similar files the release of which would cause a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. This requires a balancing of the public’s right to disclosure against the individual’s right privacy. The types of documents and/or information that we have withheld may consist of names, email address, and phone numbers. The privacy interests of the individuals in the records you have requested outweigh any minimal public interest in disclosure of the information. Any private interest you may have in that information does not factor into the aforementioned balancing test. FOIA Exemption (b)(7)(C) protects records or information compiled for law enforcement purposes that could reasonably be expected to constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. This exemption takes particular note of the strong interests of individuals, whether they are suspects, witnesses, or investigators, in not being unwarrantably associated with alleged criminal activity. That interest extends to persons who are not only the subjects of the investigation, but those who may have their privacy invaded by having their identities and information about them revealed in connection with an investigation. Based upon the traditional recognition of strong privacy interest in law enforcement records, categorical withholding of information that identifies third parties in law enforcement records is ordinarily appropriate. FOIA Exemption (b)(7)(E) protects records compiled for law enforcement purposes, the release of which would disclose techniques and/or procedures for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions, or would disclose guidelines for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions if such disclosure could reasonably be expected to risk circumvention of the law. CBP has determined that disclosure could reasonably be expected to risk circumvention of the law. This completes CBP’s sixth interim response to your request. If you have questions or concerns regarding this interim response, you may contact Assistant United States Attorney Denise M. Clark at (202) 252-6605. Please notate file number CBP-2018-005705 on any future correspondence to CBP related to this request. 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We are requesting OPA to announce on CBP.net all recipients after the ceremon y concludes by 2:30 p.m . on 1217/ 17 . Below are the links from last year and I updated the verbiage to reflect for the year of 20 16. "Fiscal Year " has been removed since the ceremony is well into FY 2017. Attached is the C1 appro val memo , Flyer and narratives for each aw ard category of recip ients . Also , we will need to send out all the congratu latory emails from the C1 inbox to all the awardees (during the week of December 4-8 ). Please work with • . We w ill discuss in more detail this afternoon . Thank you in advance for everything. http://cbpnet.cbp.dhs.go v/HRM / Pages/FY15_Commissioner_Awards.aspx - Save the Date Save the date for the Commissioner's Annual Awards Ceremony! On Thursday, December 7, at 1 p.m. U.S. Customs and Border Protection Acting Commissioner McAleenan and Acti ng Deputy Commissioner Vitiello will honor the 2016 Commissioner 's Awards recipients in the categories of Leadership , lnvictus , Integr ity, Hero ism , Valor and Special Recognition. The event will take place at the U.S. Department of Comme rce Auditorium at 1401 Consti tution Ave ., NW , Wash ington , DC 20230. Employees in the Nationa l Capital Region (NCR ) are invited to attend. Seating is limited and will be on a first-co me , first-serve basis. Everyone must be seated by 12:45 p.m. CBP FOIA 003588 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000324 Page 1 of 5682 For those not in the NCR or unable to attend, this event will be streamed live beginning at 1 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) at https://bigpipe.cbp.dhs.gov/feeds/live-webcast/bigpipe-live-webcast.aspx. If you are in the Ronald Reagan Building you can also view the ceremony on cable channels 19 and 58.3. http://cbpnet.cbp.dhs.gov/HRM/Documents/FY15commissionerawards_savethedate_10-5-16.pdf Flyer Attached Thank you, - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Mission Support Specialist Mission Support Division Office of Human Resources Management 1400 L Street, N.W., 9th Floor Washington, DC 20229 Main (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) BB (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Fax (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Email: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 003589 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000325 Page 2 of 5682 C1 signed memo _C 1 awards Nominations .pdf for Printed Item : 1 ( Attachment 1 of 3) 1300 PennsylvaniaAvenue NW Washington. DC 20229 U.S. Customs and Border Protection tJOV1 7 2017 MEMORANDUM FOR: Kevin K. McAleenan Acting Commiss ioner (b )(6); (b )(7)(C) FROM: Kathry n L. Kol be Execut ive Assistan t Commissioner Enterprises Services SUBJECT: 20 16 Commissioner's Ann ual Awards Recommended Nominations Please find attachedfor your review and appro val the recommended nominations for the 2016 Commissioner's Annual Awards. Please review the recommendations and indica te your decision to approve or disapprove the awards. To assure an equitable se lectio n process , the Chiefs of Staff from U.S. Customs and Border Protect ion Headqumters offices and subject matter experts from across the Agency forme d panels to rank nominat ions and the top nominations were recommende d for consideration. Ind ividua l nominees were vetted through the Offices ofHwnan Resources Management (HRM) and Profess ional Responsib ility (OP R). 1n addition , and per your request, the Office of Professional Respo nsib:ility (OPR) has submitted t he fo llowi ng special recogn ition nomination s: (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) Senior Advisor , Office of Professiona l Responsibility • • •• ~pecial Agent , Office of Profess ional Responsibi lity • _.!.__~-~Assistant Chief, U.S. Border Patrol These individuals will be recognized during the awards ceremony for their support of (b) (6) the sur viving spouse of Border Patrol Agen t Nicholas Iv ie, who died in the line of duty in October 2012. The Awards Team ,.viii work wit h the Comm issioner's Office to procure special award items for this presentation. The ce remony wi ll take place on Thursday , Decembe r 7, 20 17 at the Department of Commerce Auditorium , located at 1401 Cons titut ion Ave ., NW, with light refreshments to follow . This date in the Commissioner ' s office. During has been scheduled and confirmed wit h the awards ceremony, recipients of the Leadership, Heroism, Valor, Invictus, and Integrity awards will be recogn ized along wi th OPR ' s nominat ions. Execu ti ve-level leaders will present all other awards at later dates . All recip ients will receive a medal , a pin , and a congratuJatory letter. CBP FOIA 003590 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000326 Page 4 of 5682 C1 signed memo_C 1 awards Nominations.pdffor Printed Item: 1 ( Attachmen t 1 of3) Please contact me if you have any questions. If members of your staff have any questions, they can contact at (b )(6);(b )(7 )(C ) or via e-mail at (b)(6);(b)(?)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) • • • • • •• · a prove/date: • Modify/date: ___ _ _ ___ _ --- N eeds discuss ion/date : -- ----- ---- -- -- Attachments CBP FOIA 003591 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000327 Page 5 of 5682 _, _ Commissioner's A~~ual ~Aw~rds '.k Ceremony .·· Dy . .. HonoringAu1ardRecipients ~ for ·Leader: f 7ifp, Invictus, Integrity, Heroism; V.,q], or, and SpecialRecognition December 7, 2017, 1:00 p.m. U.S. Department of Commerce Auditorium 1401 Constitution Avenue, NW Washington , DC 20230 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000328 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) U.S. Customs and Border Protection Medal of Honor for Heroism Award Awarded to an employee or any individual/citizen supporting U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) who performed an act of extraordinary bravery, gallantry, or valor (while on or off duty). The act performed must be: above and beyond the call of duty; present an imminent and personal danger to life; and the individual must have knowledge of the risks involved and voluntarily assume them. This is CBP’s highest valor award. - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory Border Patrol Agent (SBPA), (b) (7)(E) NM SBPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) was working a group of suspected armed subjects with other Border Patrol agents and Texas Department of Public Safety Troopers near Fronton, Texas. While close to the river’s edge, SBPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and team were fired upon from the Mexican side of the river. SBPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) was struck with a bullet on the upper right side of his chest. The round came to rest on SBPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) body armor where the round struck an M-4 magazine that was located within the armor carrying case. Even though SBPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) was knocked off his feet, he immediately commenced to render aid to a Texas trooper that required immediate attention due to being hit by a bullet. Without regard to his own safety, SBPA(b)(6);(b)(7)(C) was able to assist in the evacuation of the wounded trooper. SBPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , prior to receiving medical attention for his gun shot, assured the scene was safe for all law enforcement and assisted in the coordination of the arrest of three illegal entrants into the United States. -- - - - - Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 1 CBP FOIA 003593 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000329 Page 9 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Meritorious Service Award for Valor Recognizes an employee who demonstrated exceptional courage while on or off duty and displayed valor in a dangerous, life-threatening situation involving efforts to save another person’s life or the protection of property. This includes any act that posed a danger or risk to the employee. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), (b) (7)(E) Security Operations (NASOC) North Dakota, National Air On August 8, 2016, at approximately 0915 hours, CBP Air and Marine Operations helicopter N3949A, was launched from the Grand Forks International Airport. The helicopter was piloted by AIA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , who was accompanied by (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , a Polk County, Minnesota Sheriff’s Office Deputy who was onboard as an observer. The assigned mission was to survey locations that were suspected of possible marijuana grow sites at the request of a local drug task force. - Upon arrival to the first location, an orbit was initiated as they started looking through the trees for marijuana grow operations. After three orbits, Deputy (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) requested one last pass so that he could take photographs. Moments after initiating the last pass, the helicopter was struck by gunfire on the left side of the cockpit of the aircraft. The marijuana grow operator had shot the helicopter with a 30-30 caliber rifle. - The helicopter was seriously damaged, and the internal communications system and radio transmit capability were not working. Deputy (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) was injured by plexi-glass fragments caused by the gunfire and was bleeding. Despite the damage to the aircraft and the injury to the passenger, AIA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) remained calm, and headed towards the nearest airport, which was the Fosston, Minnesota Municipal Airport. - He also used alternate means of communication to make sure emergency medical service were aware of the situation so they could respond to the airport. The bullet had severed multiple wires connected to the fuel control system. AIA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) successfully worked through variety of mechanical problems, which required the use emergency engine shutdown procedure. - - Deputy (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was treated and released. The calm and professional actions, along with the good judgment and good piloting abilities of AIA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) saved lives and saved the AMO aircraft. Meritorious Service Award for Valor Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 2 CBP FOIA 003594 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000330 Page 10 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory Customs and Border Protection Officer (SCBPO), (b) (7)(E) NJ, OFO On November 30, 2016, when SCBPO (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) was conducting an enforcement operation on the outbound loading of the M/V Gray Shark. U.S. Coast Guard personnel were on site conducting inspections of vehicles for hazardous materials and had civilian inspectors conducting inspections of the ship’s cargo holds. During the exam SCBPO(b)(6);(b)(7)(C) was notified that a civilian inspector fell and was injured in the cargo hold. It was reported that he fell and was under vehicles with a compound fracture of his leg. SCBPO (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and his officers quickly followed workers of the Gray Shark to the site of the injured individual. Upon arrival, he noticed a civilian inspector was in the forward hold and complaining of pain in both of his legs. It appeared that the individual was walking in the lower hold when a cover over the floor collapsed into an oil well separator. Without hesitation, SCBPO (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) went into the hold and made the area safe for the injured party and kept him comfortable while waiting for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) response. When EMTs could not fit in the cargo hold, SCBPO(b)(6);(b)(7)(C) without regard to his personal safety, jumped in and assisted in the extraction of the civilian inspector who he had placed on a backboard and personally lifted him above the vehicles in the hold. During this incident, SCBPO (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) injured himself but remained calm and composed, ignoring his pain to overcome the potential life threatening injuries of the subject. SCBPO (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) worked together with all parties involved to get the subject to safety. After experiencing pain in his arm, a doctor’s visit resulted in the discovery of a torn bicep muscle which required surgery to repair and re-attach the tendons and muscles. SCBPO (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) was in recovery from surgery for two months before being able to return to work. SCBPO (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) displayed exceptional courage and exemplified the utmost level of professionalism and composure during this unfortunate incident. His leadership and quick response were a comfort to the injured man and prevented the potential for further harm. His courage and selfless actions reflect the CBP core values of vigilance, service, and integrity. - -- - - Newton-Azrak Award Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 3 CBP FOIA 003595 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000331 Page 11 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Recognizes an employee who clearly demonstrated unusual courage or bravery in the line-of-duty and/or a heroic or humane act during times of extreme stress or in an emergency situation. This OBP-specific award is presented in honor of Border Patrol Agents who have given their lives in the line-of-duty. It is named in honor of Theodore L. Newton, Jr., and George P. Azrak, two young Border Patrol Agents who were kidnapped by four smugglers on June 17, 1967, while investigating the smugglers’ vehicles. Agents Newtown and Azrak were later murdered. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Team On July 22, 2016, at approximately 12:15 a.m., BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and(b)(6);(b)(7)(C) responded to a (b) (7)(E) . Upon arriving to the area close to the (b) (7)(E) river landing, BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) set up a Listening Post/Observation Post (LP/OP) in an area that provided tactical advantage. After a short time, they heard what appeared to be people splashing in the river. BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) approached the river landing and observed four subjects in the river that were having trouble staying afloat. BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and BPA(b)(6);(b)(7)(C) immediately accessed the situation and determined immediate action was needed. BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) entered the swift moving current and pulled the four subjects to the riverbanks and handed them to BPA(b)(6);(b)(7)(C) who helped get the four subjects onto dry land. BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) rescued the four subjects, preventing them from drowning. - - -- - - - (b) (7)(E) is located approximately (b) (7)(E) south of Laredo, Texas on U.S. Highway On top of the long highway travel to get to the (b) (7)(E) you need to enter the ranch and travel approximately(b) (7)(E) on unimproved ranch roads just to get to the river’s edge making it an extended period of time before any help or assistance can arrive. BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) have proven to be a valuable asset to the (b) (7)(E) Station and should be recognized and commended for their heroic actions. With the ever changing times, negative publicity towards law enforcement and turmoil in the United States tends to sometimes makes agents less motivated to go above and beyond the call of duty. The actions of BPA(b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) took on July 22, 2016, serves as a reminder to all of us that we are all here to do our jobs regardless of the threat knocking at our door on a daily basis. BPA(b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) relied on their training, morals, and dedication to duty to properly manage the situation as it quickly unfolded. Their rapid assessment of the situation, quick, accurate response, and selfless actions prevented four individuals from drowning. These heroic actions far too often go unnoticed. These heroic selfless actions make BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) stand out from their peers and should serve as an example to others and be rewarded. The ■ (b) (7)(E -- Team Members: - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C)Border Patrol Agent, (b) (7)(E)Texas Border Patrol Agent, Texas Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 4 CBP FOIA 003596 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000332 Page 12 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Newton-Azrak Award Night Team Rescue - The incident occurred on October 19, 2015 at approximately 2:00 a.m. Agents (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) . and (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) responded to a call for assistance by agents working border enforcement (b) (7)(E) duties near the (b) (7)(E) , Texas ). A subject had jumped into the water basin and was struggling to stay afloat. The potential victim was frantically screaming for help and periodically dipping below the surface of the water. the Agents quickly improvised a safety line from tow straps and courageously entered the dark cold water in an attempt to rescue the subject. Unfortunately, the improvised safety line was not long enough to reach the subject and the dangerous conditions forced the agents to return to land. Agent swam out for a second time in an attempted to throw the subject a floatation device but that attempt also failed due to subject’s panicked state of mind. Upon the arrival of the City of (b) (7)(E) ’s Fire Department, the Agents were informed that the fire department would not attempt a rescue due to policy constraints dealing with the dangers involved in a night time water rescue. Both Agents ignored the injuries they had suffered to their bare feet on their previous rescue attempts and for a third time volunteered to try to rescue the subject. They borrowed life vests from the fire department and reentered the dangerous water. On the third attempt the Agents managed to reach the subject and provide him with a life vest and were able to successfully extract him from the water without further incident. The subject was examined by Emergency Medical Technicians at the scene and found to be in good health and not in need of further medical attention. Both Agents were treated for their injuries at a local hospital and released the same night. - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) 1111 - Team Members: -- (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Border Patrol Agent, (b) (7)(E) , TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Border Patrol Agent, (b) (7)(E) TX Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 5 CBP FOIA 003597 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000333 Page 13 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Integrity Award Recognize an employee who clearly demonstrated work habits and devotion to integrity that are above reproach and exemplified by CBP’s core values and ethical standards while on duty (e.g., participated in an undercover operation which led to the arrest of an individual or addressed a potential incident of terrorism or corruption). (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory CBP Officer, Area Port of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania -- Officer (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) displayed great integrity and ethics throughout the OIG investigation against an agent whom he had a close working relationship with. Through the years of this operation, Officer (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) worked closely with the SA to expand an impactful U.S. government investigation, involving not only CBP and HSI, but also the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and foreign partner nations. / / - OIG came to (b) (7)(E) in late July 2014 and interviewed Officer (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , who cooperated with investigators o Officer (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) participated in follow up interviews with OIG and at one point voluntarily surrendered his Government and personal cell phones to investigators for review o During the meetings, Officer (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) volunteered to engage in case related conversations and was provided with a recorder to tape the conversations and recorded phone conversations with the SA up until September 2014 The SA was interviewed by OIG in September 2014 and contacted Officer (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) at that time to advise him he was being placed on administrative leave and resigned from his employment in March 2015 1111 - - - / (b) (7)(E) / In November 2016, OIG through coordination with CBP arrested the SA and his wife as they attempted to depart the U.S. via Los Angeles, California 39 separate charges were levied ranging from conspiracy, money laundering, structuring of financial transactions and false statements Now a Supervisory Officer, (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) is still collaborating with HSI and other investigative (b) (7)(E) partners to / / Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 6 CBP FOIA 003598 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000334 Page 14 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Customer Service and Professionalism Award Recognizes an employee for outstanding achievement in customer service and who best exemplifies professionalism in all that he or she does in carrying out CBP’s critical homeland security mission. Examples include: (1) specific act or achievement; (2) a model of exemplary conduct over an extended period of time; and (3) an exceptional contribution to the organization. In each case, the employee must have distinguished himself or herself from other employees performing the same or similar circumstances. In order to make this distinction, careful consideration must be given to what is expected vs. what is above and beyond expectations. - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , - Supervisory IT Specialist, (b) (7)(E) , VA In February 2016,(b)(6);(b)(7)(C) stood up the TSD’s ACE War Room in two days and was able to develop all necessary training materials, coordinate the creation of accounts, train the staff, and provide operational guidance to a staff of 10 interns. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) also instituted process improvements to allow instant account reactivations, which resulted in additional first call resolutions for the TSD. - By the end of the first week, the War Room answered 44% of the total calls to the TSD, resolved 311 requests for password resets, reduced call wait times from a high of 25 minutes to under 10 minutes, and established a 52% first contact resolution rate. A week later, additional training on ACE account reactivations allowed the interns to resolve inactive account issues for Trade customers at first contact, versus assigning them to another tier of support. This added capability resulted in the War Room resolving 1,072 of 1,105 new tickets, increasing the first contact resolution rate to 97%, and enhancing the overall customer experience. - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) also oversaw the implementation of the TSD alerts page, which provides information on master tickets so that users can see if the issue they are experiencing is one that OIT is already aware of and working to resolve. She also implemented pre-recorded messages that inform callers of enterprise-wide issues that are currently being addressed, which often prompts users with that issue to hang up, thus helping improve the call wait time for other customers. Finally, (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) has led efforts to improve coordination between the different IT support groups, so that when a ticket cannot be resolved directly by the TSD it can be routed to the correct group for resolution. - - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) leadership, innovative and nimble approach to handling a workload surge, and customer-service focus enabled end users to get needed support during a critical software deployment. Her continued efforts have greatly improved the customer experience for TSD callers. Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 7 CBP FOIA 003599 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000335 Page 15 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Customer Service and Professionalism Award (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Mission Support Specialist, Tucson, AZ - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) service, dedication and professionalism over her 11 years with the CBP Office of Chief Counsel (16 years federal service overall) provides managers, attorneys, staff, clients, stakeholders and external partners the confidence that CBP’s mission is supported with efficiency, experience and effectiveness. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) demonstrated her proficiency in using all organizational resources at her disposal when faced with the uncommon challenge of transitioning a field counsel office to an executive level office, a task requiring exemplary and innovative skills. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) welcomes this type of challenging assignment, seeking and accepting responsibility at all levels which facilitated the successful transition of this office. Likewise, (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) utilized her wide breadth of knowledge and experience to pave the way for the smooth opening of a new field counsel office in Yuma, Arizona, which was in direct response to CBP’s need for legal support resources in that area of the southwest border. There is so much that goes on behind the scenes, and (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) accomplished the many tasks, large and small, with uncommon skill and grace. Whether it is handling budget, logistics, information technology, travel, property, personnel, or equipment, to name a few, (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) excels in anticipating change and effectively planning ahead to prevent problems from occurring. Finally, (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) knack for developing enduring professional relationships throughout DHS and CBP, which are based in no small part to her selfless attitude and team spirit combined with her sincere belief in the mission of DHS, makes her an outstanding representative of professionalism at CBP. - - - - Trade and Facilitation Award Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 8 CBP FOIA 003600 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000336 Page 16 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Recognizes an employee or team of employees for significant contributions to the advancing of trade and travel programs. The awardee should be someone who has engaged the trade and travel community – brokers, importers, and/or trade associations – in cooperative efforts that strengthen security, improve compliance, reduce trade and travel risks, and at the same time achieving efficient facilitation. Enforce and Protect Act Evasion Investigation Team—Hangers from Thailand The implementation of these new on-the-record investigations with only a few weeks to establish procedures and build the team is unprecedented. This was a monumental success because of the team’s coordinated effort and strong communication. While rapidly learning the new procedures for these investigations, they also quickly engaged in the investigation, each lending their own unique set of skills. Because of this, CBP issued interim measures well ahead of schedule for its first investigation, effectively halting the inflow of infringing merchandise within only a few months of the law coming into effect. Specifically, CBP issued a Trade Alert for future imports; rate-adjusted entries to collect cash deposits; required “live entry” for all future imports; increased the continuous bond; suspended or extended the liquidation for entries; and reliquidated any entries under CBP’s reliquidation authority. These enforcement measures greatly impacted the U.S. hanger industry, with counsel stating that CBP’s interim measures had the largest economic effect on the domestic producer of wire hangers since the actual filing of the antidumping order. The EAPA team not only successfully launched CBP’s EAPA program, but also conducted significant outreach to the trade and small businesses. Within just the first few months of the inception of this new program, TRLED presented before various trade associations, the CIT Judicial Conference, the East Coast Trade Symposium, and staff from Ways and Means and Senate Finance. In sum, the foregoing demonstrates that the EAPA team took a multi-faceted approach to enforcing AD/CVD laws. The team meritoriously executed enforcement actions to stop evasion, achieving CBP’s goal of leveling the playing field for domestic manufacturers and protecting our national economic security while simultaneously educating and building partnerships with the trade community establishing collaborative relationships to combat AD/CVD violations. Team Members: Troy Riley, Executive Director, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Auditor, Chicago, IL (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Assistant Director, Chicago, IL (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Branch Chief, Miami, FL (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, Chicago, IL (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , International Trade Specialist, Miami, Fl (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Auditor, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Budget Analyst, Houston, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory Import Specialist, Rosemont, IL Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 9 CBP FOIA 003601 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000337 Page 17 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Assistant Director, Chicago, IL (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Senior Import Specialist, Buffalo, NY (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Deputy Associate, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Attorney, Washington, DC Trade and Facilitation Award Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 10 CBP FOIA 003602 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000338 Page 18 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Pre-Arrival Readiness Evaluation Team (PARE) To mitigate the potential for increased border wait times, all commercially owned vehicles (COVs) entering the United States at the Peace Bridge undergo a new process: Pre-Arrival Readiness Evaluation (PARE). COVs enter a booth on the Canadian side of the Peace Bridge where a commercial license plate reader, securely connected to CBP, informs the PBA booth attendant if the truck has a paid user fee and ACE e-Manifest. If validated, the driver is directed across the bridge to CBP primary. Otherwise, drivers are directed to a staging lot to pay the user fee and to file a manifest. Once completed and validated by the PBA, the driver would then be authorized by PBA to cross the bridge to CBP Primary. Unprepared drivers are directed back to Canada and are not permitted to cross the bridge. The PARE team proactively engaged with the private sector (Canada American Border Trade Alliance (Can/Am BTA) and the Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA)) to ensure stakeholder awareness prior to solution deployment. The team listened to the concerns of the trade community regarding the effect of traffic congestion on the throughput of trucks entering the United States. The results of PARE exceeded the expectations of CBP and the trade community. PARE has increased cargo throughput by 39%, improved compliance of empty truck eManifest filings by more than 8,000 trucks (328% increase), decreased user fee collection activities by about 83%. Overall with PARE, CBP Officers save an average of 73.9 seconds per crossing with a collective benefit to CBP of approximately three (3) work hours per day for the Port of Buffalo. The PARE project will serve as the model for a national rollout of this trade facilitating capability. Team Members: Cary Frieling, (A) Area Port Director, Buffalo, NY (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Assistant Port Director, Buffalo, NY (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (A) Assistant Port Director, Buffalo, NY (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory CBPO, Buffalo, NY (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , (A) Assistant Director Trade Operations, Buffalo, NY (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , (A) Supervisory Border Security Officer, Buffalo, NY (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , (A) Supervisory Program Manager, Buffalo, NY (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Program Manager, Buffalo, NY (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) ., Director, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Program Manager, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Branch Chief, Alexandria, VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , (A) Executive Director, Springfield, VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Information Technology Specialist, Alexandria, VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Senior Privacy Analyst, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Government Information Specialist, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , General Attorney, Washington, DC Mission Integration Award Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 11 CBP FOIA 003603 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000339 Page 19 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Recognizes a team of employees (e.g., all employees eligible) who demonstrated a crossorganizational approach and worked on behalf of the Agency and not an individual office to address an issue or implement a solution that addressed a common problem along the border in key areas such as law enforcement, integrity, trade facilitation, border management, customs-trade partnerships, security, and business resumption. In using a cross-organizational approach, the team employed innovation and teamwork that are the tools of collaboration valued in our organization. The team illustrated that, when elements from the various corners are brought together to resolve any problem, the collective solution becomes greater than the individual sum of CBP’s parts. The dynamic and cooperative approach reflects the higher path that leads towards greater and more unified CBP solutions, and along the way, shows the direction to integrate our critical resources, our people and knowledge, into unified solutions to achieve the CBP mission which is nothing less than preserving the national security of this Nation. Attribution Forensics Intelligence Team The Attribution Forensics Intelligence Team is on the forefront of forensics intelligence as the only entity in the law enforcement community to utilize the science of palynology (or pollen analysis) to close intelligence gaps. This team’s unique capabilities has provided valuable intelligence on the source location of marijuana and cocaine wash-ups on the coast of Florida, travel routes of conveyances used to transport narcotics, and places of travel of persons of interest who were apprehended along the border or encountered at a port of entry. In 2016, 38 samples were analyzed, of which 35 were associated with narcotics smuggling and 3 were associated with illicit migration or other related activity. In 2016, a specific case involving the opioid fentanyl was brought to the Attribution Forensic Intelligence Program’s (AFIP) attention. Representatives from the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) asked for AFIP’s help in determining the origin of an illicit multi-kilo shipment of the dangerous narcotic that OFO seized at the (b) (7)(E) Port of Entry. A kilogram of the opioid was sent to CBP’s Laboratories and Scientific Services (b) (7)(E) Laboratory, where CBP’s (b) (7)(E) analyzed it and determined it to have originated in the Yunnan Province of China, not Mexico, where it was believed to have been processed. This critical piece of information scientifically confirmed previous intelligence analysis of a specific origination point, and it will also help ONDCP in formulating future policy recommendations and operational strategies in the nation’s effort to combat the ever-increasing opioid crisis gripping our country. - -- As a service to the greater community, this team supports the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children with the examination of evidence from missing children cold cases. This year promises to be a busy year for AFIP in supporting NCMEC’s mission given the program’s positive past results in assisting state and local law enforcement in identifying missing children while exposing suspected abductors and murderers. Results from one particular cold case, the Bella Bond case, provided investigators with the possible location the child lived prior to her disappearance. Within a week of investigators receiving these results, the missing child’s home was located and the mother and boyfriend were arrested for the child’s murder. Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 12 CBP FOIA 003604 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000340 Page 20 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Given the broad application of the attribution forensics across multiple CBP-centric efforts, this team recognized the need to standardize collection processes and reporting back into the intelligence cycle. From the collection point of view, this team continues to work with CBP’s field intelligence workforce to institutionalize and standardize a procedure for evidence collection. In addition to ensuring this valuable information is incorporated into intelligence products accessible to the widest audience possible in intelligence and law enforcement communities, this team has begun the process of creating a forensics library that will aid in translating scientific reports into searchable intelligence documentation that can then be stored on existing and future intelligence databases. Team Members: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory Border Patrol Agent, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) - , (b) (7)(E) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Senior Science Officer, Washington, DC Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 13 CBP FOIA 003605 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000341 Page 21 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Mission Integration Award Confidential Human Source Program Team The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Intelligence (OI) respectfully nominates the Confidential Human Source Division for consideration of the Commissioner’s Award for Mission Integration. The CHS team has surpassed all expectations for their outstanding team achievements in advancing a strategic and enterprise-wide approach to improving and innovating CBP’s HUMINT collection capabilities. The team repeatedly shows the ability to apply overarching strategic principles to improve CBP as an agency by consolidating and elevating CBP operations to standards not previously seen. As a result of the Division’s efforts, along with key members from the U.S. Border Patrol, the Office of Field Operations, and Air & Marine Operations, CBP has successfully established and implemented its agency wide Confidential Human Source program as a unified collection capability that improves CBP and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) abilities to protect our Nation from all threats. The Division successfully standardized and integrated CBP source operations across four operational components to improve intra-agency operations and U.S. Law Enforcement and Intelligence Community collaboration. Furthermore, the Division developed a robust information technology solution that takes an innovative approach to improving information sharing and exploitation within CBP, as well as with DHS and external partners, while simultaneously improving operational efficiency. Despite being a small team of dedicated professionals supporting the Nation’s largest law enforcement agency, the CBP CHS Division actions have resulted in the identification and disruption of Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCO) and Drug Trafficking Organizations (DTO) operations at our borders. CHS HUMINT information and the follow up investigations led to better procedures for utilizing our resources and targeting narcotics traffickers on land, sea and air. CBP CHS operations have resulted in the seizure of contraband valued at over $105 million dollars, the seizure of over $360,000.00 in illicit proceeds, and 883 arrests. Team Members: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Deputy Director, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Branch Chief, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Asst Chief Patrol Agent, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Program Manager, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Program Manager, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Deputy Director, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Operations Manager, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Asst Chief Patrol Agent, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Asst Chief Patrol Agent, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Branch Chief, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory Air Interdiction Agent, Washington, D.C. - Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 14 CBP FOIA 003606 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000342 Page 22 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) -- - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , SCBPO, (b) (7)(E) AZ (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory Marine Interdiction Agent, (b) (7)(E) , CA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , OPR Special Agent, (b) (7)(E) MI Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 15 CBP FOIA 003607 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000343 Page 23 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Law Enforcement Officer Award Recognizes outstanding professional achievement by a law enforcement officer or agent, or a team of officers/agents, who demonstrated unusual courage and best represented CBP through their leadership, initiative, and team work. Examples include results associated with significant law enforcement achievements – e.g., counterterrorism, apprehension, or detention of individuals suspected or convicted of offenses against the criminal laws of the United States. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) - , CBP-OPR Special Agent, (b) (7)(E) , TX In 2015, the Texas Rangers and the Cameron County Sheriff’s Department initiated a murder investigation following the gruesome discovery of a decapitated body floating in the bay near South Padre Island, Texas. CBP-OPR SSA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) joined the investigation after the arrest of a man involved in the killing was found to be the brother of 8-year USBP veteran, BPA Joel Luna. SSA Villarreal developed substantial investigative leads and helped piece together a complicated case involving Gulf Cartel violence and kidnapping in Mexico, money laundering, drug trafficking, and murder, that culminated in Luna’s arrest and conviction. - SSA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and state/local investigators also seized almost $90,000 in cash, 3 pounds of cocaine, a Cartel handgun, and various caliber ammunition held in a safe owned by Luna. SSA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) also coordinated the search of Luna’s locker at the USBP station that contained 820 rounds of AK-47 caliber ammunition and a radio scanner, and recovered USBP-issued body armor Luna had claimed as lost – all evidence used in a trial that drew national media attention. SSA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and TX Rangers testified before a Texas grand jury in Brownsville which returned a true bill superseding indictment of BPA LUNA, his two brothers, and two additional co-conspirators on state charges for Capital Murder for Retaliation; Murder; EOCA for Murder; and EOCA for Possession of a Controlled Substance. - During the two week trial, SSA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) materially assisted the Assistant DA for Cameron County as the lead case agent. The jury found one of Luna’s brothers, an actual member of the Gulf Cartel, guilty of Capital Murder, and EOCA for Possession of Controlled Substance and was sentenced to life in prison for Capital Murder and 50 years imprisonment for EOCA for Possession of a Controlled Substance. The jury found Luna guilty of EOCA for Murder and EOCA for Possession of a Controlled Substance. Luna was sentenced to 20 years in prison. Law Enforcement Officer Award Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 16 CBP FOIA 003608 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000344 Page 24 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) (b) (7)(E) Narcotics Unit Team - (b) (7)(E) In FY 2016, the team played a major role in , which identified (b) (7)(E) involved in smuggling synthetic stimulant. Hundreds of U.S. and foreign consignees were identified which resulted in significant investigative value to active criminal (b) (7)(E) investigations. Through coordinated activity at between CBP, DEA, HSI, FBI, state, local and foreign law enforcement partners enforcement actions resulted in 151 arrests, execution of 69 search warrants, the seizure of 10,688 kg of synthetic stimulants and the seizure of $15,013,522.25 in assets. (b) (7)(E) targeted a (b) (7)(E) chemical company identified as an international distributor of Fentanyl, MDMA, steroids, and other synthetic cannabinoids. Through the efforts of the team and the investigation, numerous referrals have been made to ports of entry, which has resulted in multiple seizures of Fentanyl, 4-ANPP (precursor used in the illicit manufacture of Fentanyl), U-47700 (synthetic opioid) and other illegal synthetic drugs. Based on the enforcement actions over 250 investigative leads have been identified. The team has successfully identified, targeted, and synchronized coordinated enforcement (b) (7)(E) actions to defeat fentanyl, heroin and opioid smuggling networks. 1111 targeting of one shipper resulted in a seizure of 3.2 kilograms of fentanyl, which ultimately led to additional seizures of 10 shipments from the same shipper totaling 26.5 kilograms of Fentanyl. - (b) (7)(E) Narcotics Unit represents CBP narcotics targeting, interdiction and investigative case 1111 support efforts to ONDCP and to the National Security Advisor for Transnational Organized (b) (7)(E) (b) (7)(E) Crime. The 1111 coordinates with the to identify actions which will enhance (b) (7)(E) (b) (7)(E) methods of advance data collection and enable more robust enforcement activities. - (b) (7)(E) The 1111 Narcotics Unit has been at the forefront of CBP efforts to combat the emerging threat of fentanyl, heroin and opioid trafficking. Team Members: (b) (7)(E) , Chief Watch Commander, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b) (7)(E) , Watch Commander, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b) (7)(E) , Watch Commander, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b) (7)(E) , Watch Commander, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b) (7)(E) CBP Officer,(b) (7)(E) , VA (b) (7)(E) , CBP Officer, (b) (7)(E) VA (b) (7)(E) CBP Officer, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b) (7)(E) , CBP Officer, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b) (7)(E) , CBP Officer, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b) (7)(E) , (b) (7)(E) , VA The Diana Dean and Jose Melendez-Perez Antiterrorism Award Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 17 CBP FOIA 003609 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000345 Page 25 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Recognizes an employee or team of employees who demonstrated vigilance and outstanding accomplishments to the CBP anti-terrorism mission. Examples include detecting, identifying, and intercepting potential terrorists, smuggling of weapons of mass destruction, and other terrorist tools of destruction; and identifying and dismantling key financial operations that support individuals or organizations involved in threats or acts of terrorism. This award is named in honor of Diana Dean, then a U.S. Customs Inspector in Port Angeles, Washington, who on December 14, 1999, stopped a suspiciouslooking traveler who was an al-Qaeda operative who had stashed timers and more than 200 pounds of highly volatile bomb-making material in the trunk of a rental car and was planning to mark the millennium by bombing the Los Angeles International Airport. José Meléndez-Perez, then a U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) inspector, was conducting secondary screenings at Orlando International Airport on August 4, 2001, when he prevented the would-be 20th hijacker, Mohamed al-Kahtani, from gaining admittance to the United States. Because he rejected Kahtani, United Airlines Flight 93 was short-handed on 9/11 – a fact several members of the 9/11 Commission say helped ensure that the flight did not reach its intended target – the Capitol. Officers Dean and Melendez-Perez demonstrated vigilance and exemplary service to the Nation, which saved hundreds, if not thousands of lives. The (b) (7)(E) The developed and deployed the ) Team (b) (7)(E) (b) (7)(E) - team successfully , improving CBP's (b) (7)(E) in the air and maritime (b) (7)(E) modes of transportation. (b) (7)(E) updated the decade-old approach (b) (7)(E) and modernized how CBP conducts (b) (7)(E) optimizes CBP’s resources to ensure agile and (b) (7)(E) efficient operations means better enforcement and fewer containers delayed at ports (b) (7)(E) awaiting labor and time-intensive inspections. The end result improves - The team performed extensive outreach and collaboration across a large stakeholder community (b) (7)(E) to . The model currently deployed (b) (7)(E) incorporates Additionally, the highly-coordinated shadow implementation and pilot deployment approaches ensured the successful release of(b) (7)(E) and minimal disruption to CBP field operations. 1111 (b) (7)(E) The program has improved CBP’s ability to detect nuclear (b) (7)(E) and other national security threats through – along with an astounding 1600% ROI and annual cost avoidance over $160 million. Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 18 CBP FOIA 003610 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000346 Page 26 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Team Members: -- -- - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, (b) (7)(E) VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , IT Specialist, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Program Manager, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory CBP Officer, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBP Officer,(b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory CBP Officer, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory CBP Officer, Washington, DC The Diana Dean and Jose Melendez-Perez Antiterrorism Award Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 19 CBP FOIA 003611 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000347 Page 27 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) (b) (7)(E) Team (b) (7)(E) significantly enhanced the agency’s ability to(b) (7)(E) (b) (7)(E) to advance CBP’s mission. The CBP Office of Field Operations, Working in partnership with the DHS Office of Privacy, the DHS Office of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, the DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis, and the DHS Office of General (b) (7)(E) Counsel, (b) (7)(E) advocated for new policies and designed new processes . This inter-Departmental (b) (7)(E) teamwork was necessary to identify and close gaps in CBP’s ability to while holding firm to DHS commitments. This innovative policy and oversight framework was approved via a DHS Letter of Intent on March 25, 2016. This effort required: - * Mitigation of risks involved with the comparison of (b) (7)(E) * Development and implementation of several safeguards to protect privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties. * Development of technology and supporting operational practices to address legal and oversight concerns unique to each party’s data holdings and authorities. OFO/ (b) (7)(E) operationalized the approved concept to facilitat - the (b) (7)(E) (b) (7)(E) . The standup process required team to work together to overcome multiple obstacles and technical hurdles, including: * * * * (b) (7)(E) * * * * Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 20 CBP FOIA 003612 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000348 Page 28 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) By the end of November 2016,(b) (7)(E) successfully implemented the permanent standup of this (b) (7)(E) . Team Members: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, Washington, DC - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Assistant Director, Washington, DC Branch Chief, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Branch Chief, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Branch Chief, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Branch Chief, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Intelligence Research Specialist, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Intelligence Research Specialist, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Intelligence Research Specialist, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Intelligence Research Specialist, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Intelligence Research Specialist, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Intelligence Research Specialist, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Intelligence Research Specialist, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Intelligence Research Specialist, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Intelligence Research Specialist, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBP Officer, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Intelligence Research Specialist, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b) (7)(E) , Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBPO, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Intelligence Research Specialist, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBP Ambassador Award Recognizes an employee or team of employees who exhibited exceptional cooperation and dedication in working with CBP stakeholders by promoting current and proposed Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 21 CBP FOIA 003613 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000349 Page 29 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) CBP programs; assisting stakeholders in addressing concerns; assisting in building and maintaining partnerships between CBP and state and local governments; and/or improving CBP’s visibility through international cooperation, inter-governmental and intra-government outreach and advocacy, and/or community outreach. Electronic Visa Update System (EVUS) Team EVUS is a collaborative CBP and DoS effort envisioned in 2014, as a result of the U.S. Government interagency partnership. CBP and DoS worked together to create a new data (b) (7)(E) management system, EVUS, This coordinated effort modernizes the way the U.S. government screens and vets foreign nationals who may seek to gain entry into the U.S. by expanding the ability of DHS to identify possible threats to national security and public safety as well as admissibility, utilizing information obtained in the EVUS application prior to the individual traveling to the U.S. On a daily basis thousands of individuals are processed through the EVUS on line application (b) (7)(E) system, . To date, the EVUS program has overseen the vetting of 1,542,999 EVUS applications, 3,110 of which 486 were identified and submitted for prudential revocation by the EVUS Team. (b) (7)(E) One recent success involved collaboration with the . These functions are performed on a day to day basis by the extraordinary men and women who analyze, process, coordinate and develop partnerships that continue to enhance and amplify the EVUS Team’s abilities that lead to these types of successes. This team has proven to be an invaluable resource by identifying those individuals who pose a threat to the U.S. and identifying those who are inadmissible to the U.S. prior to arrival, saving the Government time and money while keeping America safe. Team Members: Team Lead, CBP Officer,(b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , (b) (7)(E) VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBP Officer, (b) (7)(E) VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , (b) (7)(E) , VA (b) (7)(E) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBP Officer, , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBP Officer, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , (b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , (b) (7)(E) VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , - Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 22 CBP FOIA 003614 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000350 Page 30 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) -.. -- (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBP Officer, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Watch Commander, (b) (7)(E) VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Watch Commander, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Director, (b) (7)(E) , VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Deputy Director, (b) (7)(E) VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Branch Chief, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Branch Chief, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Branch Chief, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisor CBP Officer, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Program Analyst, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBP Officer, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBP Officer, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBP Officer, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBP Officer, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBP Officer, Washington, D.C. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Program Manager, Washington, D.C. CBP Ambassador Award Missing Migrant Program Team Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 23 CBP FOIA 003615 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000351 Page 31 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) The Missing Migrant Program (MMP) was created in response to record numbers of migrant deaths, in the Texas and Arizona. The MMP process is divided into four categories: Simple Database Query, Physical Rescue Search, Physical Recovery Search (deceased) and Identification of decedents in Medical Examiners’ custody. MMP has resulted in about 3,186 database queries, 328 rescues, 25 recoveries and has identified 229 decedents. The program’s objectives are Prevention, Location, Identification and Reunification. Laredo, Rio Grande Valley, Del Rio and Tucson Sector MMP developed mechanisms to accept and respond to information requests from third party officials. The MMP’s humanitarian approach encourages support from outside organizations. The South Texas Corridor (STC) hosted the inaugural MMP International Summit, in Laredo, Texas, bringing together over 130 VIP attendees, from foreign governments; international and domestic non-governmental organizations (NGO's); U.S. federal, state and local law enforcement agencies; and prominent members of the Texas Farming and Ranching communities. Medical Examiner Offices and NGOs across the states of Texas and Arizona attended, along with senior government officials from Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Brazil. Border Patrol representatives from five border sectors attended the summit, as well. The summit improved information sharing with stakeholders. Efforts were made to identify methods that could lead to increased missing migrant identification rates and reduced DNA processing timelines. The MMP and the international summit set a firm foundation for increased coordination, in preparation for summer operational planning, which will include CBP, foreign governments, other law enforcement agencies and NGOs, with the goal of increasing rescues and reducing deaths along the southwest border. Team Members: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) . Division Chief Operations, Laredo, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Special Operations Supervisor, Laredo, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Supervisory Border Patrol Agent, Laredo, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) . Supervisory Border Patrol Agent, Laredo, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Border Patrol Agent, Laredo, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Border Patrol Agent, Laredo, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Border Patrol Agent, Laredo, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Special Operations Supervisor, Del Rio, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Operations Officer, Del Rio, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Supervisory Border Patrol Agent, Del Rio, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) . Supervisory Border Patrol Agent, Del Rio, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Deputy Patrol Agent in Charge, Edinburg, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Operations Officer, Edinburg, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Border Patrol Agent, Edinburg, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Border Patrol Agent-Intelligence, Edinburg, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Operations Officer, Tucson, AZ (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Supervisory Border Patrol Agent, Tucson, AZ (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) . Border Patrol Agent, Tucson, AZ Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 24 CBP FOIA 003616 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000352 Page 32 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 25 CBP FOIA 003617 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000353 Page 33 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) EEO/Diversity Award Recognizes an employee or team of employees who championed CBP’s commitment to a bias-free work environment; particularly, those efforts which exemplify the principle of equal opportunity and recognize the diversity of our workforce/customers. Big Bend Sector DIPC Team The Big Bend Sector (BBT) DIPC is committed to promoting a bias-free work environment by promoting an inclusion agenda that educated our workforce about inclusion and cultural diversity. Their efforts to plan and celebrate the national diversity observances helped the CBP workforce and others not only learn about the selected observances but also about the importance and responsibility we all share promoting and recognizing equal employment opportunity law and policy. In 2016, the BBT DIPC sponsored the following programs: Black History Month with speakers from the Fort Davis National Historic Site about the Buffalo Soldiers; Jewish American Heritage Month with speaker, Robert Halpern, Editor of the Big Bend Sentinel; (b) (6) Women’s Heritage Month with speaker, , former USAF fighter pilot; Women’s Equality Day at the Presidio Station with speakers from the Family Crisis Center; Hispanic Heritage Month with an Alpine Station cook-off and speaker, Brewster County Judge Eleazar Cano; Irish American Heritage Month brown-bag presentation with (b) (6) ; Bring Your Child to Work/Big Bend Sector Open House; Family Heritage Month with speakers, (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Deputy Director of High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) and her son, Marfa Station BPA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) ; German American Heritage Month with speaker, Special Operations Supervisor (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) ; and Dutch Heritage Month with speaker, HIDTA Director (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) . In addition, materials provided by the Privacy and Diversity Office were shared with the BBT Stations and made available to employees. - The efforts of Big Bend Sector to establish a renewed DIPC with an actual membership roster resulted in an almost 100% increase in presentations and employee engagement and it continues to grow and conduct outreach and program activities to exemplify a diverse and bias-free workplace. Team Members: Division Chief, Marfa, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Border Patrol Agent, Sierra Blanca/Union V.P., TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Assistant Chief Patrol Agent, Marfa, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory Border Patrol Agent, Van Horn, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Border Patrol Agent, Presidio, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Border Patrol Agent, Sierra Blanca, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Special Operations Supervisor, Marfa, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Watch Commander, Sierra Blanca, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Deputy Assistant Chief Counsel, Marfa, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 26 CBP FOIA 003618 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000354 Page 34 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Patrol Agent in Charge, Presidio, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory Border Patrol Agent, Alpine, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Border Patrol Agent, Marfa, TX (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Border Patrol Agent, Van Horn, TX Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 27 CBP FOIA 003619 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000355 Page 35 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) EEO/Diversity Award John F. Kennedy Diversity and Inclusion Program Committee Team The John F. Kennedy (JFK) Diversity and Inclusion Program Committee (DIPC), has implemented a vibrant and robust program, promoting inclusion and cultural diversity awareness at 11 events. Highlights included speakers such as: former U.S. Secretary of State and Nobel Peace prize recipient, Dr. Henry Kissinger at the Jewish American History Month celebration in June 2016. In October 2015 they celebrated Hispanic Heritage month with Guest Speaker DFO Robert. E. Perez and Italian Heritage month with Guest speaker (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) President of Columbia association and former CBP team leader. The team celebrated Black History Month honoring the famous legendary singer Aretha Franklin in February 2016. The Women’s History Month event in March 2016 featured guest speaker retired Port Director/ former Acting Assistant Commissioner Susan Mitchell recognizing her 38 year career with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The team also expanded their reach and worked with the US Customs Emerald society to organize an Irish American event in March 2016. They also broke down barriers and celebrated the first JFK Arab American Heritage event at John F. Kennedy airport with guest speaker (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Supervisory international trade specialist. In April 2016 the team did an Outreach Program at the Chabad House located at Rutgers University and reached out to the students of the Jewish religion. In May 2016 they celebrated JFK Armed forces day. This event was to give back and acknowledge the CBP employees who have served or are currently still (b) (6) serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. from the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Iraq attended this event and thanked our veterans for helping Iraq secure their freedom and free them from Saddam Hussien. They also celebrated Caribbean Heritage month with an outstanding performance by the YMCA Children steel band drums in July 2016. The Bring Your Child to Work Day event was a huge success and involved a multi-agency collaboration that allowed children to participate in several presentations by multiple law enforcement agencies in August 2016. In October 2016 they continued their success by celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. Team Members: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , Supervisory CBP Officer, Jamaica, NY (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , CBP Officer, Jamaica, NY (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , CBP Officer, Jamaica, NY (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , CBP Officer, Jamaica, NY (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , Entry Specialist, Jamaica, NY (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , CBP Officer, Jamaica, NY Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 28 CBP FOIA 003620 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000356 Page 36 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Unsung Heroes (Support Staff) Award Recognizes a support staff employee (at the GS-9 level or below) for superior performance and outstanding support efforts. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , MSS, Jacksonville, FL, (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) consistently demonstrates the high standards of achievement and innovation needed and the dedication relied upon as a member of Department of Homeland Security, fitting of the 2016 Commissioners Unsung Heroes (Support Staff) Award. While another Mission Support Specialist (MSS) of a higher grade was on extended leave and unavailable for several months, (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) sustained that individual’s duties collaterally with no lapse in service or mission readiness. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) excelled and performed exceptionally with minimal supervision. Her extended duties included inputting over 200 travel orders, processing over 600 timecards, acting as the Office of Worker's Compensation Coordinator, coordinating a Federal Retirement Benefits Class for multiple organizations, and steadily processing designated recurring monthly bills (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) always performs at a tremendous level in every task assigned and also completes her routine duties with minimal supervisory input. Her normal duties span numerous responsible areas of mission support. She excels as the Vehicle Officer, Local Property Officer, $10K Purchase Card Holder, FedEx point of contact, Service Award Coordinator and Travel Coordinator. She is a self-starter and always goes above and beyond what is expected of someone at her position. Every month, she recognizes fellow employees’ birthdays prior to shift brief. She habitually goes out of her way to make sure everyone is taken care of and anytime help is needed, she is there giving her all. She consistently functions at a level vastly exceeding that required of her. Other supervisors and personnel routinely comment to her supervisor and management on (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) superior performance and outstanding support efforts. This level of recognition parallels (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) performance. - -- --- Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 29 CBP FOIA 003621 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000357 Page 37 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Unsung Heroes (Support Staff) Award (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , CBP Technician, Brownsville, TX, Since his employment, he has proven to be an asset to the Port. His motivation, timemanagement skills, critical thinking skills, leadership and professionalism are qualities which exemplify CBP core values. - (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) oversees Facilities at the Port, encompassing 4 land border crossings, 2 import lots, 2 export lots, a seaport, an airport, and rail facility. He has embraced this task without reservation and is doing an outstanding job. He has established good rapport with port and field office staff, GSA, and local stakeholders, consequently being able to identify and correct issues with minimal delays to operations. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) developed and maintains records regarding work orders and follows-up until completion of all projects. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) - is also a member of the port’s Safety Committee. His extensive knowledge in all areas of facilities helps the committee to identify critical safety concerns at the port. He assists with coordination of major facility maintenance and construction projects while focusing on ensuring all safety factors are considered. He ensures all buildings at the port are in compliance with all safety and security protocols to provide a safe work environment for all. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) always conducts himself in a professional manner; he is very respectful and continually strives to excel. He takes ownership of his work and can be relied upon to assist in any request. He has worked with Small Scale Non-Intrusive Inspection equipment by developing and maintaining inventory and submitting the equipment for maintenance and repairs. He has trained other CBP Technicians in this area and assists them when needed. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) has excellent work-ethic, he is focused and able to recognize his tasks and responsibilities. His goal is to be able to ensure the officers and support staff have the infrastructure necessary to get their work done. For his commitment and devotion, (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) deserves to be recognized as an unsung hero. - Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 30 CBP FOIA 003622 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000358 Page 38 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Excellence in Mission Support Award Recognizes an employee or team of employees who achieved mission support reforms or innovations that significantly improved efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability of CBP’s mission support operations. This includes initiatives in the areas of finance, information technology, human resources, asset management, training, equal employment opportunity, and policy and planning. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , Supervisory Mission Support Specialist (Budget), Houston, Texas, HFO Beginning immediately upon her EOD in the Houston Field Office as Supervisory Mission Support Specialist and Budget Officer in August 2016, (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) identified significant expenditures for land line telephone usage. In an effort to ascertain a cost baseline she contacted the various telephone companies which provide our ports telephone service throughout Texas and Oklahoma. Through this research she found that there was no standard practice for contracting telephone service and consequently the agency was paying varied amounts for the same service at different offices. She also found that significant savings could be made by taking advantage of ongoing promotional programs the telephone companies were offering. By enrolling our locations in those programs, she was able to realize significant cost savings for our ongoing telephone service. From August 2016 to date, she has saved CBP $183,779.51 in telephone service costs. In addition, she implemented a budget forecasting protocol to strengthen the field office’s and ports’ ability to anticipate expenditures and plan budgets accordingly. By having all offices develop a spending plan by object class the ports must review operational needs and supply and equipment required to support them. These projections are planned in quarterly allotments and the field office’s budget is allotted accordingly and the ports held to those spending plans. As a result, the ports are more fiscally responsible and the need for budget supplements to the ports and reprogramming of funds is significantly reduced. As a result of the success of these initiatives, and in support of HQ-OFO’s zero-based budgeting initiative, HQ-OFO-Budget requested that (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) present her telephone service findings and contract actions, and her budget forecasting methodology as “best practices” at the Budget Officers Training in Indianapolis in April, 2017. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) has made significant contributions to CBP, OFO and the Houston Field Office from her first day on the job. Her initiative and ingenuity has realized great cost savings to the agency and been a great benefit to CBP and the Houston Field Office, and through her presentations, her developments are available for use to all field offices. She exemplifies the administrative side of Vigilance, Service and Integrity. Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 31 CBP FOIA 003623 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000359 Page 39 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Excellence in Mission Support Award Seized and Forfeited Property Team The Seized and Forfeited Property Center (SFPC) conducted an analysis to determine why the El Paso Field Office seized vehicle contract costs greatly exceeded costs proportionally at other locations. El Paso, which has 7% of the total seized vehicle inventory of CBP, accounted for over 35% of the total cost to the seized vehicle contract. The SFPC team analyzed the process of seizing vehicles at the port and, in collaboration with the Office of Field Operations (OFO), developed and implemented a series of recommendations to improve the process at the El Paso Field Office. A major recommendation was to utilize the Junker Provision. The Junker Provision, 19 U.S.C. Section 1612, provides for the immediate destruction or sale of seized property that is likely to perish, to devalue to waste, or when the expense of keeping property, such as vehicles, is disproportionate to the value of the property while in government custody. Additional recommendations included reducing the number of services ordered; ensuring that a supervisor writes and maintains records of any approval for services requested and completed by the contractor; and reevaluating the dismantler team standard operating procedure. In addition, the SFPC team used this analysis to reevaluate the cost structure for the new seized vehicle contract. The old contract allowed the vendor to bill for each compartment manipulation. The new cost structure utilizes a flat fee charge regardless of the number of compartment manipulations resulting in considerable cost savings to CBP going forward. The implementation of SFPC’s recommendations resulted in cost savings averaging around $100,000 a month for the El Paso Field Office, which is about 10% of total contract costs. These increased efficiencies will be felt across the board from the program to the field. The development and implementation of these recommendations exemplify SFPC's commitment to its mission of maximizing funding resources while providing administrative support to OFO, U.S. Border Patrol, and the Office of Air and Marine, thus allowing these business partners to focus on law enforcement activities. Team Members: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , Branch Chief, Indianapolis, IN (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , MPA, Indianapolis, IN (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , MPA, Indianapolis, IN (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , Branch Chief, Indianapolis, IN (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , FP&F Officer, El Paso, TX Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 32 CBP FOIA 003624 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000360 Page 40 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Leadership Award Recognizes a supervisor (non-Senior Executive Service) for outstanding leadership ability who best exemplified leadership competencies to forward the mission and/or vision of the CBP. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , Supervisory Air Interdiction Agent, (b) (7)(E) , FL, NASOC- Jacksonville (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) consistently demonstrates the high standards of achievement and innovation needed and the dedication relied upon as a member of Department of Homeland Security, fitting of the 2016 Commissioners Leadership Award.(b) (6), (b) (7)(C) planned and submitted the center’s $10 million flight hour budget and ensured the responsible execution of the budget. As Command Duty Officer, he leads and manages the office’s employees, along with coordinating operations across multiple agencies and units. ■ He oversees risk management for flight operations and aviation support requests, and serves as both Deputy Director and Director, as assigned, and was also requested by NASO Headquarters to serve as the Acting Deputy Director for National Air Security Operations Center - Corpus Christi (NASOC-CC). He restructured the operations, scheduling and training offices within the center, assisting in creating a more cohesive and effective operations, scheduling, and training team which enhanced operational response to tasking and availability of crews. He supervised a team of instructors in envisioning the future of training and led the group to work with NASOC-CC and Flight Safety International to produce the future training model for P-3p training as the U.S. Navy sunsets its P3 training program. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) developed and produced measurable and specific center goals that integrated Headquarters and the agency’s goals, priorities, and values. He improved the center’s efficiency by streamlining internal processes that ultimately assisted in reducing individual workload, and directly improved morale through these implementations. He ensured the widest dissemination of the diversity office’s information to the center’s employees and highlights each month. He added oversight to current training officer tasks, and included the training department individuals in weekly operations and scheduling meeting to enhance training shortfalls or upcoming training challenges within the operational tempo at the center. (b) (7)(E Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 33 CBP FOIA 003625 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000361 Page 41 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Leadership Award ) (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) , Customs and Border Protection Officer, (b) (7)(E) Texas, Laredo Field Office (OFO) - -- ---- - Since her arrival at the Port of (b) (7)(E) in August 2014, PD (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) has displayed exceptional leadership skills, providing vision, direction, and mentorship to a diverse workforce. Upon arrival, PD quickly implemented her strategic plan, focusing on collaboration, innovation, and integration. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) PD has championed various CBP initiatives, including the CBPO Enforcement position. Under her direction, the Port of (b) (7)(E) reinvented the (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) as a multi-disciplinary unit comprised of: CBPOEs, (b) (7)(E) , Evidence Collection Team, (b) (7)(E) and embedded Border Patrol Intelligence Agent. PD (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) partnered with (b) (7)(E) and leveraged (b) (7)(E) (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) In FY 2016, PD managed a budget of over $8 million and strived to promote CBP modernization efforts to streamline the traveler’s inspection process and increase officer efficiency. PD implemented Active Lane Management, expanding the use of Ready Lanes at all port’s border crossings from zero to 75% of all opened lanes, going from processing 600 vehicles per day in January 2015 to processing 9,800 vehicles per day by May 2016. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) PD and her leadership attributed directly to the successful partnering and collaboration with the NTEU Local chapter. PD provided updated NTEU and Labor Employee Relations training to staff. PD began conducting weekly meetings with the NTEU Local, fostering greater collaboration between both. This resulted in a 26% decrease in grievances and a 56% decrease in management referrals compared to the previous fiscal year. (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Leadership is not a position or a title, it is action and example. The continued success of the Port of (b) (7)(E) is a direct reflection of the valor, perseverance and unwavering leadership of Port Director (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) . Best Practices, Efficiency, and Innovation Award Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 34 CBP FOIA 003626 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000362 Page 42 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Recognizes exceptional accomplishments of an employee or team of employees who developed innovative ideas and/or processes, including technology, which improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and cost of CBP operations. This award focuses on the efforts of employees and how they worked to overcome a significant challenge while ensuring that related operational or mission-support activities were uninterrupted. An example of improving efficiency is creating and implementing a successful pilot initiative within an office that focuses on reducing costs; streamlining processes; eliminating duplication; enhancing transparency; and/or improving customer service. The Atlanta Team The Atlanta Team designed an innovative solution using existing U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) systems by leveraging data already provided to the U.S. Government, the traveler, and airlines. This data included information that has already been provided through the U.S. passport application or visa issuance process by the Department of State, information provided to the airline for Advanced Passenger Information System purposes, and information collected by CBP during previous inbound admissions. The new biometric exit solution created a pre-positioned “gallery” of face images from the Department of Homeland Security holdings utilizing a flight departure manifest provided by the airline. The solution then compares a live photo of the traveler captured at the departure gate to the gallery of face images for that flight to confirm the traveler’s departure, providing a biometric record of departure for passengers on that flight. Additionally, (b) (7)(E) The solution proved that facial technology works in the operational environment and provided match rates of mid 90 percent. The Atlanta Team brought together key stakeholders including airlines and airport authorities. This solution was the first step in fundamentally transforming international air travel by incorporating biometrics throughout the travel process and eliminating manual and redundant processes. The transformation will make air travel: 1. More secure by providing increased certainty as to the identity of airlines travelers at multiple points in the travel process. 2. More predictable by establishing a clear, easily understood process that will reduce the potential for major “bottlenecks” within the air travel process. 3. More reliable by building additional integrity to the immigration system and better identifying which foreign nationals are violating the terms of their admission to the United States, and providing the capability for immediate action when that occurs. The Atlanta test led CBP to develop a new biometric exit vision incorporating public private partnership opportunities and implementation of achievable biometric exit solution. Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 35 CBP FOIA 003627 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000363 Page 43 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Team Members: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory CBPO, Washington DC (b)(6);(b)(7) , Program Manager, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7) Port Director, Atlanta, GA (b)(6);(b)(7) , Assistant Port Director, Atlanta, GA (C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory CBPO, Atlanta, GA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory CBPO, Atlanta, GA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBPO, Atlanta, GA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBPO, Atlanta, GA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBPO, Atlanta, GA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , CBPO, Atlanta, GA (b)(6);(b)(7) , Supervisory IT Specialist, (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (C) (b Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 36 CBP FOIA 003628 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000364 Page 44 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Best Practices, Efficiency, and Innovation Award (b) (7)(E) - - Reachback (b) (7)(E) Program Team The LSSD (b) (7)(E) Program launched in November 2014 allowing CBP Officers to use scientific (b) (7)(E) equipment to test suspect substances at the frontline. CBP would then quickly refer presumptively identified illicit materials to Homeland Security Investigations Agents (or state / local law enforcement) for controlled deliveries. Within three years, the program has resulted in multiple high profile arrests throughout the U.S. By April 2017, (b) (7)(E) have been examined under this program at 15 facilities. (b) (7)(E) s program efficiency has revolutionized the way CBP does business at these facilities and at the laboratories. For example, if these samples were sent to LSSD for testing instead of the (b) (7)(E) program, it would have taken LSSD on average approximately (b) (7)(E) . The high volume and fast turnaround time of the program also allows CBP to interdict and LSSD to recognize and identify the latest designer drugs and analogues. The program's success also shows (b) (7)(E) that laboratory scientists and the can work exceedingly well together. Before the (b) (7)(E) Program, (b) (7)(E) 1111 Improved efficiency and reduced costs are demonstrated by removing the travel (b) (7)(E) and wait times, and allowing packages to be examined . This streamlined process also promotes trade by reducing the wait time for legitimate parcels. (b) (7)(E) (b) (7)(E) . Finally, this technology is more foolproof and specific while being less of a hazard (b) (7)(E) than the resulting in safer CBP officers making better decisions on the variety of materials they encounter. Team Members: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Science Officer, Washington, DC , Branch Chief, Savannah, GA , Chemist, Newark, NJ , Branch Chief, Chicago, IL , Chemist, Houston, TX Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 37 CBP FOIA 003629 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000365 Page 45 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Special Recognition Award Recognizes efforts and accomplishments for an employee or a team of employees not covered by the other award category, including those who have overcome adversity to achieve success. Air and Marine Operations Test and Evaluation Team I (b) (7 The Coastal Interceptor Vessel (CIV) is a 41-foot, high performance vessel capable of speeds (b) (7)(E) . The team evaluated performance of a CIV prototype during maximum (b) (7)(E) maneuvering at top speed. , it had greater speed, and the potential to flip the boat was very real. The team used a disciplined, buildup approach, progressing to more aggressive maneuvers at greater and greater speeds over many days. This enabled the team to define the edges of performance, well beyond the limits of typical operation. (b) (7)(E) The CIV also had to be able to survive in rough, Working for months with marine (b) (7)(E) architectural engineers, the team used during rough seas without risking severe damage to the vessel or harm to the crew. They spent over 2.5 hours over (b) (7)(E) many days, in sea states as high as 1111 and at the maximum speeds that could be endured, to collect data to confirm the vessel would meet the higher sea state requirements. - (b) (7)(E) Agents used the to seize over 66 tons of marijuana and 7.5 tons of cocaine in 2015 and 2016, and made 230 arrests. A key requirement for this(b) (7)(E) aircraft is that even with the additional equipment weight, it would be able to safely takeoff after experiencing an engine failure. The team realized that it could not simulate a failed engine to test this requirement and developed a plan that involved actually shutting the engine down during flight. The team planned this maneuver over weeks using a qualified test pilot, (b) (7)(E) flight engineer, and the most senior operational 1111 pilot to conduct this elevated risk flight. In the end, the team safely conducted the test, the aircraft remained undamaged, and the data confirmed the validity of this requirement. - Team Members (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Chief Test Pilot, Ft Walton Beach, FL (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Program Manager, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Program Manager, Ft Walton Beach, FL (b)(6);(b) , Program Manager, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Program Manager, Ft Walton Beach, FL Special Recognition Award Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 38 CBP FOIA 003630 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000366 Page 46 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) Volkswagen Customs Fraud Penalty Team This team worked tirelessly to advance CBP's trade enforcement mission in securing the largest customs criminal and civil fraud penalty ever recovered under the customs laws. In coordination with DOJ and EPA, CBP obtained a $4.3 billion settlement in criminal and civil fines against Volkswagen AG (and its entities) ("VW") for fraudulently importing hundreds of thousands of vehicles engineered to cheat EPA engine emissions testing requirements. VW also pled guilty to criminal customs fraud pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 542. Immediately upon learning about VW's deception, this talented group of CBP employees, led by CBP's Automotive and Aerospace CEE, and including experts from OT, OFO and OCC, invested more than a year searching for evidence and strategically building CBP’s fraud case. The team devoted countless hours analyzing data to define the extent of the violations and involved vehicles, issued summonses for essential information, analyzed voluminous information needed to demonstrate fraud and to calculate value for the imported vehicles, and drafted comprehensive pre-penalty notices against each of the involved VW entities. Additionally, the team safeguarded CBP's trusted trader programs, C-TPAT and ISA, by ensuring that VW Group of America's membership was revoked and coordinated to exercise control of more than 16,000 fraudulently imported 2016 Model vehicles to ensure VW did not continue to benefit from its fraud. Also crucial to the successful outcome, OCC attorneys, with leadership participation up to the DHS General Counsel, zealously advocated on behalf of DHS over a period of months to ensure that VW was held accountable for its import fraud, and to send a message that, in the words of Acting Commissioner McAleenan, "CBP will not tolerate importers who circumvent their responsibilities and attempt to defraud the United States...CBP remain[s] committed to enforcing our trade laws and protecting the Nation's economic security and the American people." Team Members: (b)(6);(b)(7) , Center Director , Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Senior Import Specialist, Detroit, Michigan (b)(6);(b)(7) , Supervisory Program Manager, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Assistant Director, Detroit, Michigan (b)(6);(b)(7) , Paralegal Specialist, Detroit, Michigan (C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , FPF Officer, Memphis, TN (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Director, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7) , FPF Officer, Detroit, Michigan (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory Int’l Trade Analyst, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7) , Director, Washington, DC (C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory Attorney, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Attorney, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Attorney, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory International Trade Analyst, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory International Trade Analyst, Chicago, IL (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Auditor, Detroit, MI Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 39 CBP FOIA 003631 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000367 Page 47 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Field Director Regulatory Audit, Boston, MA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Auditor, Regulatory Audit, Detroit, MI (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Auditor, Regulatory Audit, Detroit, MI (b)(6);(b)(7) , General Attorney, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , General Attorney, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Deputy Associate Chief Counsel, Washington, DC Special Recognition Award _____________________________________________________________________ Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 40 CBP FOIA 003632 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000368 Page 48 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) ... - In August 2017 the Office of Professional Responsibility’s (OPR) Senior Advisor (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , and Special Agent (b)(6);(b) , along with U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) Assistant Chief (b)(6); (b)(6);(b) met with(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7) , the surviving spouse of Border Patrol Agent (BPA) (b)(7)(C) Nicholas (7)(C) (C) Ivie, who died in the line of duty in October 2012 to address her unanswered questions regarding her husband’s death. In May of 2017, (b)(6);(b) contacted the Commissioner’s Office regarding her disappointment regarding recent (7)(C) news articles which had been released advancing alternate theories as to what occurred on the night of her husband’s death. She explained that since U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) had never released a formal statement regarding BPA Ivie’s death and had not responded to the recent news stories, there continued to be confusion in the public domain over what had actually transpired. (b)(6);(b)(7) desired that a public statement be released by CBP (C)of her husband’s death which would be a timeless, official which would explain the details explanation which her family and others could refer to as future inquiries arise. (b)(6);(b) also asked if it would be possible for her to have access to information, including any(7)(C) relevant background documents, regarding her husband’s death in order for her to review. (b)(6);(b) (7)(C) in her requested if someone could assist her with this process since she still had many questions mind that she would like to try and have answered. -- OPR’s Senior Advisor (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) developed a plan to thoroughly and compassionately contend with these matters. (b)(6);(b)(7) collaborated with the Commissioner’s Office, Office of (C) Chief Counsel, and Public Affairs (OPA), USBP, and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) in order to devise a workable approach to contend with (b)(6);(b) concerns and proposed the (7)(C) following: a personal case briefing regarding the incident involving BPA Ivie’s death be put together for (b)(6);(b) in conjunction with a posting of the National Use of Force Review Board (7)(C) on the CBP.gov public facing website as well as a public statement released (NUFRB) summary from the OPA regarding her husband’s death and a personal letter from the Commissioner to (b) . - - ... - -- (b) (6) ■ (6) Senior Advisor (b)(6); was the principal architect of the plan to help resolve (b)(6);(b) (b)(7)(C) a team of professionals from multiple CBP components (7)(C) concerns. He assembled in order to develop the personal briefing, and draft the NUFRB summary and public statement. He also enlisted the support of the FBI Special Agent in Charge in Arizona who agreed to review his office’s findings and provide a personal briefing to (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) . (b)(6);(b)(7) was also instrumental in obtaining the assistance of OPR Special Agent (SA) (b)(6);(b) who was formerly with the (7)(C) USBP Critical Incident Team which originally processed the scene where the incident occurred. (b)(6);(b) was an incredible asset to the effort to support (b)(6);(b) with the information she (7)(C) (7)(C) desired related to her husband’s death. (b)(6);(b) provided an in person briefing which consisted (7)(C) of a detailed account of what occurred the night of her husband’s death supported by the evidence collected at the scene. (b)(6);(b) remained with (b)(6);(b) to discuss details and answer (7)(C) (7)(C)the file and go over each piece of questions. (b)(6);(b) was also given the opportunity to review (7)(C) information. (b)(6);(b) was steadfast in responding to all questions posed by (b)(6);(b) and was (7)(C)as well as thoughtful in his approach. (b)(6);(b) had the opportunity (7)(C) extremely candid to review (7)(C) the NUFRB posting as well as the public statement. Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 41 CBP FOIA 003633 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000369 Page 49 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) During this entire process, (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , while on detail to OPR, provided guidance and direction in the planning and coordination of this briefing. He ensured all activities were coordinated to best address (b)(6);(b) concerns. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) remained by (b)(6);(b) side during the duration briefing(7)(C) ensuring her family was supported by a familiar (7)(C) face. - --(b)(6);(b) (7)(C) requests - - was most appreciative of the outstanding work performed by OPR in response to her to the Commissioner. While noted by all parties that the response by CBP was long overdue, (b)(6);(b) was pleased with the outpouring of support, care and consideration taken by (7)(C) (b)(6); , (b)(6);(b) , Assistant Chief Cummins in discharging their duties and Senior Advisor (b)(7)(C) (7)(C) on what happened the night her husband died. helping to set the record straight Team Members: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Senior Advisor, Office of Professional Responsibility , Special Agent, Office of Professional Responsibility , Assistant Chief, U.S. Border Patrol Invictus Award Recognizes employees who have triumphed over personal tragedy. This award takes its name from the Latin word “invictus” meaning “unconquerable,” and is named after a Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 42 CBP FOIA 003634 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000370 Page 50 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) poem written by 19th century British poet William Ernest Henley. Henley’s poem is about holding on to one’s dignity despite the obstacles life places before us. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , National Petroleum Chemist, San Francisco, CA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) is a cheerful and personable National Petroleum Chemist (NPC), based in the CBP San Francisco Laboratory, with an international reputation who leads a very interesting (b) (7)(E) work, professional, and personal life. He has been the lead chemist (b) (7)(E) He is the author of the CBP method for those . His advice is sought widely from within CBP on technical aspects of petroleum measurement in Foreign Trade Sub-Zones, NAFTA classification, and Free Trade Agreements. He particularly enjoys assisting the new Petroleum Natural Gas and Minerals Center for Expertise and Excellence (PNGM-CEE). Professionally, he has been very active in the American Petroleum Institutes (API) Committee on Petroleum Measurement (COPM) where, last year, he was honored with an achievement award for 35 years of service. The API-COPM brings about 400 of the world's top petroleum measurement experts together twice a year to develop and maintain the API Manual of Petroleum Measurement Standards (API-MPMS), the standards that CBP requires industry to use when they measure the quantity of imported crude oil and petroleum products. As a chemist he has held the elective positions of Chair of the American Chemical Societies (ACS) Division of Petroleum Chemistry and Chair of the California Section. He has also been Co-Chair of three ACS Western Regional Meetings and earlier in his career Chair of the Society for Applied Spectroscopy's Northern California Section. Invictus Award (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory Border Patrol Agent, Jacksonville, FL, Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 43 CBP FOIA 003635 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000371 Page 51 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) was diagnosed with stage four Medullar Renal Cancer in 2015. Aggressive therapy included the loss of one his kidneys in an attempt to halt the spread of the cancer. After surgery he was advised the cancer had metastasized all over his body including to his lungs, bones and remaining kidney. Throughout 2016 (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) underwent one of the most grueling chemotherapy regimens currently authorized in the United States. Side effects included debilitating nausea, hair loss and weakness. Despite those challenges he maintained his infectious sense of humor and always showed up for work at the Jacksonville Border Patrol Station ready for duty with a can do attitude. In 2016, he made important positive contributions to Miami Sector’s efforts to bolster other agency cooperation in Florida and to advance community outreach efforts. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) is often looked upon for processing and legal guidance from agents within the Border Patrol as well as from agents in partner agencies. He has continued to encourage fellow agents to maintain a healthy lifestyle and in his words, “Just get to the gym”. He recently participated in a friendly inter-agency basketball game with local U.S. Navy officers one week after a chemotherapy session. As of the date of this nomination (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) continues with chemotherapy sessions to battle his sickness, but comes to work every day with his infectious smile and strong work ethic. He is truly an inspiration to all that he interacts with. Distinguished Service to Safety Award Recognizes an employee or team of employee’s actions or discernment that have honorably improved or advanced the safety culture within the agency. The award recognizes ideas, programs, and suggestions that stimulate safety actions that have Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 44 CBP FOIA 003636 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000372 Page 52 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) reduced or could reduce outcomes associated with serious injury or death in the execution of CBPs mission. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Supervisory Customs and Border Protection Officer, Newark, NJ, OFO In FY16, (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) took the lead in developing CBP protocols and standard operating procedures in regard to Active Shooter Response at Newark Liberty International Airport (NLIA). He coordinated with various external agencies to address this issue and to develop a safe response to this type of emergency. He met often with the Port Authority Police and other law enforcement entities to discuss the response and training needed. He streamlined and solved many issues, such as impediments to communication due to different radio frequencies and positioning of personnel to avoid duplicative efforts. He implemented a system that pre-positions CBP Officers during an emergency response, saving time and avoiding confusion. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) attention to detail and preparation will give CBP and other law enforcement agencies the precious time that is needed to protect and save lives. His readiness efforts will keep CBP employees safe, while preserving the lives of many other law enforcement officers and the public. Additionally, (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) enlisted the assistance of Newark University Hospital to train CBP employees in first aid and bleeding control for gunshot wounds. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) is also the lead for the CBP-EMT team. He is in communication with CBP Headquarters and has been providing assistance in the development of this newly implemented program. He assists CBP-EMT Newark team members with obtaining the certification and training needed to successfully launch this program. His efforts have advanced the culture of safety and preparedness within the port and will enable CBP to rapidly respond to medical emergencies and administer lifesaving aid. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) was an instrumental part in setting up a CBP Command Center at NLIA. The Command Center is a centralized repository for all information and directive operations for CBP. This centralization has proven to produce the efficiency needed to complete daily tasks, including responding to emergency situations. It is also designed to receive calls for assistance from partner agencies which will foster relationships and ensure a unified response during an emergency. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) exemplary service has favorably impacted CBP. His efforts in regard to emergency preparedness and safety will improve response times, protect and potentially save lives. Distinguished Service to Safety Award Air and Marine Operations, Safety and Risk Management Division Team Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 45 CBP FOIA 003637 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000373 Page 53 of 5682 REVISED_2016 Commissioners awards Recommended TOP TWO C1 Award Summaries.docx for Printed Item: 1 ( Attachment 3 of 3) The Air and Marine Operations (AMO) Safety and Risk Management Division team made significant improvements to safety and advanced the safety culture within AMO in 2016. This team finalized revisions made to AMO’s formal risk assessment process resulting in new and cutting-edge procedures for identifying threats and mitigating risks for all CBP aircraft and vessels. This new risk management tool has increased safety in AMO by allowing more comprehensive identification of hazards and risks during air and marine missions. The team created an agency-wide voluntary safety reporting program that provides a confidential method for AMO employees to provide information and feedback to the organization so that improvements can be made before they result in accidents. The team utilized a current contractor to manage the intake of reports so that reports could be submitted from any Internet connection with the assurance of anonymity. This reporting resource has allowed the workforce to learn and develop from others through the sharing of information and contributed to increases in safety performance. The team also developed and implemented an annual national safety climate survey in an effort to increase awareness of the safety climate and effect positive changes in safety culture. The survey resulted in 46 percent participation by AMO employees nationwide and enabled leadership to obtain valuable feedback from personnel regarding safety climate and culture. This has proven to be vital in establishing and maintaining a strong organizational safety culture through employee engagement and management accountability. These improvements were developed using organic resources and existing contracts, resulting in no additional costs to AMO. AMO experienced a 50 percent decrease in aviation accident rates and 100 percent decrease in marine accident rates from FY15 to FY16, a major decrease when compared to other aviation and maritime organizations. Team Members: (b)(6);(b) , Director, Marine Interdiction Agent, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Marine Interdiction Agent, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Air Interdiction Agent, Washington, DC (b)(6);(b)(7) , Air Interdiction Agent, Manassas, VA (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , Marine Enforcement Officer, Washington, DC Summary of Commissioner TOP TWO Award Recommendations 11/27/2017 4:22:45 PMPage 46 CBP FOIA 003638 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000374 Page 54 of 5682 From: (b )(6 );(b )(7)(C) To: (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) Cc: (b )(6) ;(b )(7)(C) Bee: Subject: Date: Attachments: HRM Recruiting Products and Branding Guidance Wed Nov 22 2017 10:12:04 EST DHS_BasicGuide_073103.pdf DHS_HouseStyle_ 101703.pdf Frontline - Vol9 lss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdf HRM Projects.pdf NFRC Tweets.xlsx Recru iting Log.xlsm Hillll I hope you are doing well! Attached are the recru itment products that OPA produced working with HRM within the 2 year limit you requested. I did not include earned media efforts such as press releases, etc. However, you can find those on CBP.gov under the Newsroom if you would like to conduct a search of the website. Below is a list of videos that OPA Visual Communications produced in support of our recruitment efforts: CBP Commissioner R. Gil Kerlikowske on the Benefits of Hiring Military Veterans https ://www. dvidsh ub. net/video/4 91891 /cbp-comm issioner-r-g i1-kerlikowske-benefits-hir i ng-mi litaryveterans Detroit Values Veterans CBP FOIA 0036 39 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000375 Page 55 of 5682 https://www.dvidshub.net/video/491964/detroit-values-veterans Border Patrol Looking for Veterans https://www.dvidshub.net/video/492229/border-patrol-looking-veterans Norfolk Needs Military Vets https://www.dvidshub.net/video/491965/norfolk-needs-military-vets CBP Acting Executive Assistant Commissioner for the Office of Executive Services, Randolph “Tex” Alles on the Importance of Hiring Military Veterans https://www.dvidshub.net/video/490959/cbp-acting-executive-assistant-commissioner-office-executiveservices-randolph-tex-alles-importance-hiring-military Veterans Proud to Still Serve https://www.dvidshub.net/video/491968/veterans-proud-still-serve CBP Office of Human Resources Management Assistant Commissioner, Linda Jacksta on Hiring Military Veterans https://www.dvidshub.net/video/491433/cbp-office-human-resources-management-assistantcommissioner-linda-jacksta-hiring-military-veterans Norfolk Vets On the Job https://www.dvidshub.net/video/491973/norfolk-vets-job CBP Selects Military Veteran for Special Response Team (SRT) https://www.dvidshub.net/video/490941/cbp-selects-military-veteran-special-response-team-srt CBP SRT Training for Veteran https://www.dvidshub.net/video/490935/cbp-srt-training-veteran CBP FOIA 003640 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000376 Page 56 of 5682 CBP (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Transitions From Military to CBP Aviation https://www.dvidshub.net/video/490800/cbp-pilot-sean-driscoll-transitions-military-cbp-aviation CBP Selects Military Veterans as Pilots https://www.dvidshub.net/video/490932/cbp-selects-military-veterans-pilots CBP Canine Enforcement Officer (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISth4TfZC4k CBP Canine Enforcement Officer (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HU6SmxxTmVw CBP Canine Enforcement Officer (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPNJIk01iAs - CBP Canine Handler/Trainer (b)(6);(b) (7)(C) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ATEHD2i2Fs The following CBPeople segments have been repurposed as recruiting tools: - CBPeople: (b)(6);(b)(7) (C) Civil War Reenactor / Living Historian https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o01_vhgwhoI CBPeople: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) - Dragon Boater https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PP-yWRBTxFQ&t=29s CBPeople: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 003641 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000377 Page 57 of 5682 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgpXSDj-5r4 CBPeople: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3GUM0TUbI0&t=1s CBPeople: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOc_jCNtAqg CBPeople: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSvOz7UTCns&t=81s CBPeople: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3_m_jkwND4&t=18s CBPeople (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxTCSZbBMlY CBPeople: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fQ05Gtey2o CBPeople (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyNxZU4608g CBP Hiring Officers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQW73ZHAZC4 OPA has conducted a large number of campaigns over the years promoting CBP mission areas as a CBP FOIA 003642 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000378 Page 58 of 5682 “general CBP marketing” effort…but you mentioned that specific campaigns were not of interest for this information request. I think that you should look to the work HRM contracted to promote CBP recruitment efforts. OPA was not asked to produce recruitment campaigns while HRM was undertaking the work under a contractual agreement. OPA has produced internal campaigns promoting a single mission to help ensure mission integration, especially following the formation of the agency in 2003. We can discuss those efforts if you would like but I did not include them in this request. Also, HRM now has its own Twitter handle so HRM is able to search for metrics on Tweets that have been released more recently. I have attached a previous social media report OPA provided to (b)(6); (b)(7) (b)(6); in HRM. I believe (b)(6); has all the reports and can provide you with further information if (b)(7) (b)(7) needed. - 1111 1111 We are happy to discuss these items further if you need. Thanks! Take care, - (b)(6);(b)(7) (C) Director, Communication and Outreach Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection Phone: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Cell: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) www.cbp.gov (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 003643 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000379 Page 59 of 5682 U.S.Deport111ent of Ho111e]ond Security Sealand SignatureUsageGuidelines Hoineland Security DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000380 32 22-23 24-25 26-27 28-29 30-31 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services U.S. Customs and Border Protection FEMA U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Transportation Security Administration Signature Naming Convention 21 Public Facing Entities – Signature Color Variations 13-20 12 Signature Naming Convention U.S. Department of Homeland Security Branding System 11 7 Typography Signature Misuses 6 Primary Color Palette 10 5 Clearspace and Minimum Size Background Control 4 Seal and Signature Variations 8-9 3 Seal and Signature Signature Color Variations 2 Introduction Table of Contents DHS_BasicGuide_073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000381 Page 62 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003645 2 U.S. Department of Homeland Security Seal and Signature Usage Guidelines Office of Public Affairs U.S. Department of Homeland Security 202 282 8013 tel Page 63 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003646 Any questions regarding the use or application of the Homeland Security seal and signature should be directed to: This manual explains the elements of the seal, the signature and the basic specifications for reproduction, including color specifications and size requirements. Examples of distortions and misuses to avoid have also been included. Please make use of these guidelines and the approved digital artwork when reproducing the Homeland Security seal and signature. As the public representation of our department, it must be reproduced with care and precision. Consistent reproduction across all types of applications—print materials, presentations, advertisements, websites, signage and even stationery—will reinforce our mission and result in a greater awareness of the Department of Homeland Security. The seal and signature of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security were created to embody our mission and values. Introduction DHS_BasicGuide_073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000382 OHS BasicGuide 073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) SealandSignature The Homeland Security signature is made up of two elements-the and the wordmark. seal The Seal: A graphically styled white American eagle appears in a circular blue field. The eagle's outstretched wings break through an inner red ring into an outer white ring that contains a circular placement of the words "U.S. DEPARTMENT OF" in the top half and "HOMELANDSECURITY"in the bottom half The outer white ring has a silvery gray border. As in The Great Seal, the eagle's left claw holds an olive branch with 13 leaves and 13 seeds while the right claw grasps 13 arrows. Centered on the eagle's breast is a shield divided into three sections containing elements that represent the homeland "from sea to shining sea." The top element, a dark blue sky, contains 22 stars representing Homeland the original 22 agencies and bureaus that have come together to form the department. The left shield element contains white mountains behind a green plain underneath a light blue sky.The right shield element contains four wave shapes representing the oceans, lakes and waterways alternating light and dark blue separated by white lines. The Wordmark: The words "Homeland Security" are placed to the right of the seal and set in upper- and lowercase letters. The words have been set in the Monotype version of the font Joanna. Each letter has been carefully drawn and placed. Use only the approved digital artwork files and never typeset, recreate or alter the seal or signature. Any change will cause inconsistencies, lessening the impact and compromising the trust of the Homeland Security seal and signature. Security Signature: Preferred Con.figuration Hom.eland Security Seal 3 U.S.DI StrurityS.nl and Signature UsageGu!delin,s Wordrnark CBP FOIA 003647 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000383 Page 64 of 5682 OHS BasicGuide 073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) SealandSignature Variations The preferred signature lockup shown previously should be used in all applications whenever possible. If there is insufficient horizontal space, an alternate lockup that is vertically oriented can be used. In this lockup, the wordmark is centered underneath the seal, as shown in the exhihit helow Use of the seal alone is reserved for special instances such as lapel pins or podium signs. As with the preferred version of the signature, always use the approved digital artwork. The alternate signature lockup should be used only when the preferred lockup cannot be reproduced accurately. Vertical Signature Seal Alone Se.al Wordmark 4 Homeland Security US. O,portmentof HomelandS.rurttySealand SignatureUsag, Guidelin" CBP FOIA 003649 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000385 Page 66 of 5682 6 Cool Gray 6 C 187 C 307 C 370 C Homeland Security Gray Homeland Security Red Homeland Security Light Blue Homeland Security Green U.S. Department of Homeland Security Seal and Signature Usage Guidelines 2955 C Homeland Security Blue Pantone® 56 100 0 0 100 C 0 16 100 0 45 M The Homeland Security signature should be reproduced in full color— Homeland Security Blue, Gray, Green, Light Blue, and Red—whenever possible. These colors are equivalent to the PANTONE numbers listed in the table below. For 4-color process printing, refer to the CMYK values shown. For on-screen applications (video, broadcast), refer to the RGB Video values specified. For Web applications, refer to the RGB Web values. Primary Color Palette DHS_BasicGuide_073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000386 100 0 79 0 0 Y 27 27 20 28 37 K 89 0 165 176 0 R 134 112 0 177 47 G Video 0 178 33 179 128 B 153 102 0 153 51 G Web 0 153 51 153 102 B Page 67 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003650 51 0 204 153 0 R The colors shown throughout this manual have not been evaluated by Pantone, Inc., for accuracy and may not match the PANTONE ® Color Standards. Please refer to the current edition of the Pantone color formula guide. PANTONE ® is a registered trademark of Pantone, Inc. The PANTONE and CMYK values provided can be used on both coated and uncoated paper when printing. Although variations in color will occur, try to match the colors as closely as possible. 7 U.S. Department of Homeland Security Seal and Signature Usage Guidelines Page 68 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003651 ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz abcdefghijklmnopq rstuvwxyz 1234567890$&?{} Joanna MT When Joanna MT is not available on your computer, you may substitute Times New Roman for Joanna MT. Typography plays a major role in shaping a brand. To help create a consistent look and feel for all Homeland Security communications, one typeface— Joanna MT—is preferred. This typeface has been chosen to complement the look of the Homeland Security wordmark. Typography DHS_BasicGuide_073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000387 DHS BasicGuide 073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) HomelandSecurity SignatureColor11ariations The preferred version of the Homeland Security signature is the full-color positive signature. This version should be used for all applications whenever possible. Signatme artwork is available in spot color (PANTONE). 4--color process (CMYK) and RGBVideo and RGBWeb versions. These color variations also apply to the alternate signature. Homeland Security De!Cripcion FileNune Full-color spo t (PANTONE) ...... ...... ............. ....... .... . DHS_S.eps 4- oolor pro:es.s (CMYK).................. ........ .................. DHS_4 .eps RGBVideo ....................... ....... ........................ .............. DHS_V.eps RGB Web .................... ..... ..................... ....... ....... .......... DHS_W.eps Full-color spot (PANTONE), alternate .. . ....... .... DHS_S_at.eps 4- oolor pro:es.s (CMYK). alternate ...... ....... ....... ...... DHS_4_at.eps RGB Video, alternate ....... ................ . ....... . DHS_ V_at.eps RGB Web. alternate DHS_W_at .eps Seal Alone. Seal Alone, Seal Alone, Seal Alone, :•a i !.1 .IYD ,~cf' If reproduction is limited to one color, signatures in Homeland Security Blue with a tint and black with a tint are available. When the signature is placed on a dark background color or photograph. use the reverse versions of the signature. ~t .... 11: Ji, rffl) Homeland Security Homeland Security ~._.._c~ De.cription File Name !-color ,pot (PANl'ONE) w/tint ... ... ..................... ... DHS_I_T.eps !-color spot (PANTONE) w / tint. alternate ......... . DHS_l_T_ateps Deacription L-color black w / tint Seal Alone, !-c olor spat (PANTONE) w / tint. ....... DHS_S_!_T.eps Seal Alone , !-c olor bl.tck w / tint.. ..... .......... ........... DHS_S_K_T.ep, full- color spo t (PANTONE) ............. ...... DHS_S_S.eps 4-color process (CMYK)........................ DHS_8_ +.eps RGB Video ......... ..... ...... ..... ......... ...... ...... DHS_S_V.eps RGB Web ......... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... .... DHS_S_W.eps · Homeland Security .Description Filt N .une Full-color spot (PANTONE) reverse ............. .......... .... DHS_SR.eps 4-color process (CMYK)reverse ........... .............. ..... DHS_4R.eps RGBVideo reverse , ................................ ....... .......... ..... .DHS_VR.eps RGB Web reverse ........ ....... ....... .,..... ....... .,..... .,.......... DHS_ WR.eps Full-color spot(PANTONE) reverse. alternate ........... .DHS_SR_ateps 4-oolor precess {CMYK) reverse, .alternate ..., ..... .. DH:S_4R_at.ep.s RGBVideo reverse, alternate.......... ................. ....... ...01-lS_VR_ateps RGB Web reverse, ;ilternate .............. .................... OHS_WR_aLeps Se;il Alone, Seal Alone, Seal Alone, Seal Alone, 8 File N.une DHS_K_T.eps De!icription !-color spot (PANTONE 1955), reverse w/tint. !-color spot (PANTONE 2955) , reverse w/ tin:t, .ilternate ... .... ... ........... .. . Seal Alone, 1-oolor .spot (1¥.NTONE 2955), reverbe w / tint ............................................... u~ File Name ...... DHS_!R_T.eps DHS_I R_T_atep, Homeland Security Deicription File Name !-color black, reverse w / tin t ... ..................... .... .. , DHS_KR_T.eps 1-color black, reverse w/rlnt, -ltemate , .. .. ....... DHS_KR_T_e1.t. eps Seal Alone, !-color black. reverse w/tint ......... ... DHS_S_KR_T.ep.s .DHS_S_I R_T.ep.s full- color spot (PANTONE) reverse ..... DHS_S_SR.eps 4-colorproce.ss (CMY!c ") reverse ......... DHS_S_4R.eps RGB Video reverse ................. .. . ...... DHS_S_VR.eps RGB Web reverse .......... ....... ....... ........ DHS_S_WR .eps U.S. Dtparlment of HoJllfland Serunty Sealand SignatureUsag , GUidelints CBP FOIA 003652 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000388 Page 69 of 5682 DHS BasicGuide 073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) Signol'urc ColorVc1r.iations When reproduction methods cannot accommodate color tints, use the signature variations shown below. The variations include a I -color blue, a 1-colar black and full re.verseswithout tints. Homeland Security Description Pile N.une !-color spot (PANTONE 1955) ,..... . .... ...................... DHS_l ep< L-color spot (PANTONE 1955 ), alternate . . ....... DHS_l_•tep; s...i Alone, !-color spot (l'ANTONE2955) "·"• •"·"•· DHS_S_l.ep; A special use signature has been created for certain reproduction method s such as foil stamping, engraving, etching and embossing. In this signature, the white areas of the seal are transparenL Use of this signature is limited to these special applications only. Homeland Security Decription !-color blacl:: ......... .. .. !- oolor black, alrem•re ..... ............ .. .... Seal Alone , I -color bw:k Homeland Security File N=e DHS_K,eps De,cription ""''"·""''"·""''" ""'' ... DHS_S_K.eps File Name -SpecW use , ---··"·"··"·"·"' """'""'"""'""'"'"··"' • DHS_K_su .eps -SpecW use ......... ,.... ."··'" ·"··'" ·"· ·•··"· ·•··"··'"·'' DHS_J_su .eps *These signature.5sbould only be used on approved ,ppLications . Homeland • re~~;l\and Securit • 9 De5cription File Name !-col or spat (PANTONEl95 S) reverse .. ...... " ... ..... DHS_IR_.ep; !-color spat {PANTONE1955) reverse , alternate ,. DHS_IR_il.Leps Description BleN=ie 1-color black reverse DHS_KR.eps 1-oolor blrl reverse, a.lt:rn.ue ., ..... .,..... ...... ... ....... DHS_KR_at,eps Seo!Alone, I-color spot (PANTONE1955 ) reverse , .., DHS_S_JR_.eps SealAlone, 1-color black reverse................... . U.S. Dtpqanm,s11« Rcmrim:ISe;wttr t United Sta1ea Unhed St.a.ta Secret Se.nice t Coast Guard U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement I I I I I I : Endorsed , U.S. Cu.toms.nd Rordr.r Protet:lion Programs, locations and N.1tlom.lBlodefense An.ilyslsand Countermeasures Center Natfona.l Communtc,1tlon System Office for Domestic Prep,redness Centers Chemical iind Rtologtc.tl Nation.ii Feder;il Computer Incident Response Center Feden} Law Enforcement Tr•ining Center Qt!i.en 's Corp US A.Vblt Re.1dy Seau ity .md Supporting Programs Blologlc.11and Environment.U Reseuch Programs N, t!on, I Cyber Security Division Nuclear Smuggling aud Proliferation, Detection and Verification Programs Nuclear Assessment, Detection, Materials Protection and Cooperation Programs Advanced Scientific Computing Research Program at UW!ence Livermore National Llboratory Plum Isb.nd Anttn..1. l Disease c.e.nter I5 U.S.IJeparllDfllt of Homt&md StturitySea.IandSl9natureUsa9eGuidelines CBP FOIA 003659 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000395 Page 76 of 5682 DHS BasicGuide 073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) U.S.Departmentof HomelandSecurityBrandingSystem Level I - Cabinet Senior and staff members of the department who represent the U.S. Department of Hom.eland Security. Tom Rid ge Secretary U.S. Department of Homeland Security Washington, DC 20528 202 282 8000 tel JOJ JRJ R404 fn Homeland Security Example: Business Cud Jl.xample: Signage/Wall Plaque 16 U.S.Departmflll ofHolllflandSElorspot (PANTONE) reverse, alternate ... DHS_cbp_SR_ateps 4-oolor process (CMYK) reverse, alternate , .... DHS_cbp _ -Ot_at.eps RGB Video reverse, alternate ........ .,....... ........,.., DHS_cbp_ VR_ateps RGBWeb reverse, alternate , .......................... DHS_cbp_ WR_aLep; • U.S. Customs and De5cription File Name l -mlor spot (PANTONE2955 ). revesse w/ tint .... DHS_cbp_JR_T.eps !-color spot (PANTONE 295S) . reverse w/ tint, alternate ............ ...... ...... DHS_cbp_l R_T_ateps • U.S. Customs and Deicription File Name 1-color black, reverse w / ti.nt DHS_cbp_KR_T.eµa 1-color bla.ck, revers e w/tlnt, alternate ... ... DHS_cbp_KR_T_e1.t. eps Sea.IAlone, !- color QI.ad:, reverse w/tint .... DHS_cbp_ S_KR_T.ep, Seal Alone, I-color .spot (PANTONE !955 ). reve.r.sew/tinl ............................ . DHS_cbp_S_lR_T.ep; Seal Alone, full-color spot (PANTONE)reverse ...... DHS_cbp_ S_SR.eps Sea.lA!one,4-colorproceos (CMYK) reverse .. DHS_cbp_S_4R.eps Sea.IAlone, RGBVideo reverse ...... ............. ... DHS_ cbp_S_ VR.eps Sea.IAlone, RGBWeb revEise ............... ....... ... DHS_cbp_S_ WReps 24 U.S. Dtparlment of Holllfland Serunty SealandSignatureUsal!'GUidelints CBP FOIA 003668 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000404 Page 85 of 5682 DHS BasicGuide 073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) U.S. Customsond BorderPror-ection Signol'u re Color1/c ir.iCIt.ions When reproduction methods cannot accommodate color tints, use the signature variations shown below. The variations include a I -color blue, a 1-colar black and full re.verseswithout tints . U.S. Customs and Border Protection Description I-color spot (PANTONE 2955 ) I-color spot (PANTONE 2955 ) , altem,re ....... Seal Alone. 1-colorspot File NiUD.e DH&_cbp_ I .eps DHS_J_aleps (PANTONE 2955) .... .......... DH&_S_t.eps A special use signature has been created for certain reproduction method s such as foil stamping, engraving, etching and embossing. In this signature, the white areas of the seal are transparenL Use of this signature is limited to these special applications only. U.S. Customs and Border Protection Decription i-rolor black l-oolor black. alrernare File Name DHS_cbp_K.ep s ..................... DHS_c bp_K_at.eps U.S. Customs and Border Protection Description 111 Special use Pile Name DHS_K._su.eps DHS_l_ru .eps '11$pecialuse &ealAlone . l-oalor bw:k ............ ,............ ........ DHS_cbp_S_K .eps •These rlgm.tures .ibould o nly be used on approved a.pplic:ation.s . • 25 U.S. Customs and Border Protection U.S. Customs and Border Protection Description File N>me I-color spot (PANTONE 2955) reverse .. ................ DHS_lR_ eps I-color spot (PANTONE 2955) reverse. alternate .. DHS_IR_aLeps Description FileN>.me 1-color black reven;e DHS_ cbp_KR.ep.s 1-oolor blrl rever.se,alternil!e.,...... .............. DHS_cbp_KR_at.eps So.,JAlone, !-color spot (PANTONE 2955) re= &ealAlone, l-oolor black reverse •.. , ...... , ......... DHS_cbp_S _ KR.ep.s ... DHS_S_lR_.eps U.S. Dtporllnent of HomtlandSeruritySealandSignatutt Usag t Gllid,lints CBP FOIA 003669 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000405 Page 86 of 5682 DHS BasicGuide 073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) FEMA Signol'ure Color,1ari(ltions The preferred version of the public facing entity FEMAHomeland Security signature is the full-color positive signature. This version should be used for all applications whenever possible. Signature artwork is available in spot color (PANTONE), 4--color process (CMYK) and RGBVideo and RGB Web versions. These color variations also apply to the alternate signature. •...~-;;:, 0 } <.jND s• 'j_ji FEMA Description File Name Full-color spot (PANTONE) ......................... .......... DHS_femo_S .eps 4--colorprocess (CMYK) ........................................ DHS_fema_4.eps RGBVideo ............ ...... ........ ...... ....... ...................... ... DHS_femo_ Yeps RGBWeb .. ....... ........ .......... .......... ...... .............. ...... DHS_fem.,_W,eps Full- color spot (PANTONE) , ;Jter=te ................ DHS_fema_S_ateps 4--color process (CMYK),;.lternate .... , .............. . DHS_femi_4_ateps RGBVideo, alternate ........................ ............. .... DHS_lem.i_ V_ aLeps RGBWeb, ;Jternate ............................. ............... DHS_fema_W_ateps Se;JA!om, , Se;JA!one, Se;JA!one, Seal Alone, ..."~%~ ::s <.;ll'D If reproduction is limited to one color, signatures in Homeland Security Blue with a tint and black with a tint are available. When the signature is placed on a dark background color or photograph. use the reverse versions of the signature . FEMA ,,'c> ~ Description I-color spot (PANTONE) wltint I-color spot (PANTONE)w / rlnt, alternate File Name DHS_fem1_I_T .eps DHS_fema._l_T_ar.eµ, ~""·~ .~ ·:~-J' ,FEMA '5. . • '!'~~~ 't:' - FileN;une . DHS_fe=_K_T .eps I-color black w / tint" ........ " .. " '" ........... . I-color bl.c.k w/tint, alternate '·" .... DHS_fema_K_T_a t.eps De8Cription Se.iiAlone, I-color sp:,t (PAN10Nl-) w / tint ... DHS_fema_S_l_T.ep s Se;J Alone , I-c olor bL,ck w / tint ... Description File Name I-color ,p ot(PANTONE 2955) , reverse w/ant .. DHS_fenu_lR_T .eps I-col or spot (PANTONE1955 ), reverse w/tint , altema.te ........ . . .. .... ...... . . DHS_fema._ l R_T_ateps Deicription File Name I-color bl;ck, reverse w / tint ....... . ........ DHS_fecm_KR_T.eps I-col o r blacl:,Ie'rersew / tint , alternat e . .• DHS_ferra_KR_T_ at.eps .. .... DHS_fema_S_K_T.eps full- m lor spot (PANTONE) .......... ...... DHS_fe!Il.1_S_S.eps 4--color proces, (CMYK).................... DHS_fema_S_4.eps RGBYideo .............. ............................ DHS_fem._S_Yeps RGBWeb ......... ....... ....... ...... ............ DHS_fema_S_ W.eps Description Fil• N.une Full-color spot (PANIDNE) reverso." ................... , DHS_fe=_SR.eps 4-oolor process (CMYK)reverse ..,.. " .................... DHS_fana_4R.eps RGB Video reverse ........ """·"""·"""•" .................. .DHS_fema_ VR.eps RGBWeb reverse ...................................... " ......... .DHS_fem•_ WR.eps Full- oolor sp:,t(PANTONE) rev CBP FOIA 003672 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000408 Page 89 of 5682 DHS BasicGuide 073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) U.S.ImmigrationandCustomsEnforcement Signol'urc Color,1c1riC1t.ions When reproduction methods cannot accommodate color tints, use the signature variations shown below. The variations include a I -color blue, a 1-colar bla.ck and full re.verseswithout tints. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement A special use signature has been created for certain reproduction methods such as foil stamping, engraving, etching and embossing. In this signature, the white areas of the seal are transparenL Use of this signature is limited to these special applications only. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Description Filt Nol.lDe I-color spot (PANTONE 295S) •··" ..................... DHS_ke_l.ep; I-color spot (PANTONE 2955), alternate ...... , .. DHS_ice_l_a1.ep; FilP N~n1P De1cription !--color black ........ .......... ........ .................... .... . .. DHS_ice_K.eps 1-oolor black, alteJ:xute.................. ....... ........... .. DHS_ice_K_at.eps Seal Alone, 1-color,po t (PANfONE 2955) ....... DHS_ice_S_l.eµ, Seal Alone. 1-oolor black Description FileName DHS_K_su.ep.s •Special me ., .............................................................. DHS_l_;u.eps *Special use ..... ," ,....... , ..... , DHS_ice_S_K.eps ¥fhese signa.rures should only be used on approved applicanon.s~ U.S. Immigrat ion and Custom s Description File Name !-co lor spot (PANTONE 1955) reverse .............. DHS_ice_lR_.eps !-color spot (PANTONE 2 9 5 5) reverse, alternate .................. ....... ............ ........... ........ DHS_!R_•tep, 8 U.S. Imm igration and Customs Description File N.une 1-oolor black reverse.................................... ,,.,,. DHS_ice_JCR.eps i-oolor black reverse, altema.te................. ...... DHS_ice_KR_.it.eps Seal Alone, !-color black reve1>e.................... DHS_ia,_S_KR.eps Sea!Alone, i-colorspot (PANIONE1955) reverse ... DHS_S_JR_.ep, 29 U.S.Dtpcrtment al Hom,JandSerunty Sealand SignatureUsagtGllidelints CBP FOIA 003673 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000409 Page 90 of 5682 DHS BasicGuide 073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) Transpo rtation SccurityAdministration SignatureColor,1ariCltions The preferred version of the public facing entity US. Transportation Security Administration Homeland Security signature is the full-color positive signarure. This version should be used for all applications whenever possible. Signature artwork is available in spot color (PANTONE), 4-color process (CMYK) and RGB Video and RGB Web versions. These color variations also apply to the alternate signature. .':-•:, 'a' Transportation Security Administration ~'~"'E.''c,"}f ,,."~ Description File Nune Full-color spot (PANTONE) .......... .. .. DHS_,.._S.eps 4-color process (CMYK) ..... ........ ....... ....... ........ , DHS_ISil_4.eps RGBVldeo .................. .............. ...... ........ ....... ....... .. DHS_tsa_Y.eps RGB Web ................................. .................... ........... DHS_tsa_ W.eps Full-color spot (PANTONE), a.ltern.ite ...... .. ...... DHS_tsa_S_at .eps 4-color process (CMYK), a.ltemate ....... ............. DHS_tsa_4_at.eps RGB Video , alternate .... .................... ............ ...... DHS_w_ V_at.eps RGB Web, alternate ............................. ....... ..... DHS_tsa_ W_ at.eps Sea.IAlone. Sea.IAlone, Sea.IAlone, Sea.IAlone, 8 If reproduction is limited to one color, signarures in Homeland Security Blue with a tint and black with a tint are available. When the signature is placed on a dark background color or photograph. use the reverse versions of the signature . '"'~ "1' Transportation ~'"' • "~ s 'I::' "1iV D st.C...::, _ ..._ Security Administration ,,.~ Transportation ,,,.,, ~ ~ Security \"' . ) Administration Description File Name !-col or spot (B'.NTONE) w / tin t .... .................... DHS_IS.l_l_T.eps !-color spot (PANTONE) w / tin t, alternate .. .- DHS_ISil_l_T_at.eps D~ription Fi.JeN;une l-oolor black w / tint ...... ,. ......... .................. ...... DHS_tsa_K_T.eps 1-rolor black:w / tint. alternate ...................... ~ DHS_Lsil_K_T_at .eps Sea.lA!ooe,1-oolonpot Sea.IAlone , !-oolor black w / tint (PANTONE) w / tint .. , DHS_tsa_S_l_T.eps .. DHS_tsa_S_K_T.eps full- color spot (PANTONE) .............. DHS_tsa_S_S.eps 4-color process (CMY1.1.................. DHS_tsa_s_ 4.eps RGBVldeo .. ....... ....... .............. ....... .. DHS_tsa_S_V.eps RGBWeb ....... ............................ ...... . DHS_tsa_S_W.eps Transportation Security Administration Description Filt N.une Full-color spot (PANTONE) reverse . ............... . .. .DHS_tsa_SR.eps 4--color process (CMYK) rever.;e .................... ..... .DHS_tsa_ 4R.eps RGB Video reverse ................................ ..... ......... DHS_tsa_ VR.eps RGB Web reverse ....................... ............ ....... ....... .DHS_tsa_ WR.eps Full-co lor spot{PANTONE) reverse, ;iltemate ......DHS_tsa_SR.._ateps 4-oolor process {CMYK) reverse, alternate ........ ..DHS_tn _4R_at.eps RGBVideo reverse, alternare.............................. DHS_tsa._VR_aLep; RGB Web reverse, alternate ... ......... ......... , ..... .DHS_tsa_ WR_ateps 9 Transportation Security Administration Description File Name 1-oolor spot (PANTONE 2955 ), reverse w/tint ., , DHS_tsa._lR_Teps !-color spot (PANTONE 2 9 55) , DHS_tsa_l R_T_ateps reveYSe w/ tint. illternate 8 Transportation Secunty Administration Description File Name 1-color black, reverse w / ti.nt......... ....... ...... .. ,_ DHS_ts.i_KR_T . eps 1-color bla.ck, reverse w/ tint, altemall:'........ DHS_rsa_KR_T_at ,eps Sea.IAlone. !-color black, reverse w / tint ..... DHS_tsa_S_KR_T.ep.s Seal Alone. 1-oolor ,p:,t {PANTONE 2955), rever.,e w / tint . .........., ....... ........ ..... ......... DHS_tsa_S_I R_T.eps Sm! Alone, full-color spot {PANTONE)reverse .... DHS_1Sa_S_5R.eps Sea.IAlone, 4-color process (CMYK)reverse .... DHS_tsa_S_ 4R.eps Sea.IAlone, RGB Video reverse ......................... DHS_ts1_S_ VR.eps Sea.IAlone , RGB Web reverse .......... ............... . DHS_ISil_S_WR.eps 30 U.S. Dtpo.rlment of HoJllflarui SecurJty Sealand SignatureUsall' GUidelints CBP FO IA 003674 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000410 Page 91 of 5682 DHS BasicGuide 073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) Transportation SccurityAdministrotion Signol'ure Color,1aric 1t.ions When reproduction methods cannot accommodate color tints, use the signature variations shown below. The variations include a I -color blue. a 1-colar black and full re.verses without tints. Transportation Security Administration Description A special use signature has been created for certain reproduction method s such as foil stamping, engraving, etching and embossing. In this signature, the white areas of the seal are transparenL Use of this signature is limited to these special applications only. Transportation Security Administration Filt Name !-color spot (PANTONE !95S ) . '·" ····-········· ·"""··· DHS_tsa_l.op; I-color spot (PANTONE !955 ) , alternate ..... " ... DHS_tsa_l_ atep; Description 1-oolor black !-color black , altern ate RleN~ DHS_t5a_K.eps DHS_ts,_K_at.eps SeaJAlone, !-color spot (PANIDNE 29S5) ........ DHS_tsa_S_l.ep;: Seal Alone. 1-rolor black DHS_tsa_S_K.ep, Transportation Security Administration File Name DHS_K_s,LOps .. DHS_l_su.ep s Description •Special *Special use .. 'Th e:se signa.runs sho nld only be used o n ,1pproved a:pplic.itions , Transportation Security Admini r i Description File N.i.me I-color spot (PANTONE 1955 ) reverse ..... ...... DHS_t>a_lR_.eps !-color spot (PANTONE 1955 ) reverse, alternate .. , ..... ....... .... ... . DHS_i.a_!R_ateps RleNarne .. DHS_tsa_KR.eps 1-oolor black reverse, altema.te...................... .. DHS_tn_KR._,1r .eps Description i-ool or black reverse Se-! Alon.e, !-color blii.ck reverse ... ...... ... ....... , DHS_tsa_S_KR.eps Sml Alone, I.c olor soot (PANTONE1955) fe\l'erse......... . 31 DHS_ tsa_S_JR_.ep, U.S. Dtpcrtment of Homtland SerurJtySealandSigna1or,Usae;GUid,ua« CBP FOIA 003675 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000411 Page 92 of 5682 OHS BasicGuide 073103.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 1 of 6) SignatureNamingConvention Use this naming convention guide to select the appropriate electronic signature for reproduction. The file formats provided are explained below. EPS Format: The EPS format is for applications that require high-resolution artwork for reproduction, for example, anything that is press-printed or for large-scale projects such as banners or signage. EPS signatures can be proportionally scaled (enlarged and reduced) without degradation in quality. EPS files can be imported into or opened by page layout and illustration software such as QuarkXPress, Illustrator or Photoshop. BMP, JPEG and TIF Formats: BMP signatures are suitable for importing into applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel or Powerpoint. BMPs can be proportionally reduced but should only be slightly enlarged, otherwise distortion of the signature will occur. JPEGs have been created for use in web and Microsoft applications. JPEGs should never be proportionally enlarged beyond the size supplied as the quality will degrade quickly. TIF signatures are suitable for importing into applications such as Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and page layout programs. TIFs can be proportionally reduced but should only be slightly enlarged, otherwise distortion of the signature will occur. with Mac or PC: EPS. BMP.JPEG and TIF formats work on Macintosh and Windows platforms Compatible Color Category: 4 = CMYK(4-color process) 1 = one spot colorHomeland Security Blue ~ S = spot(Pantone) HomelandSecurityBlue,Gray, Gn!en,LightBlue,and Red Print only Tint: K= Black V = RGBVideo W= RGBWeb-safe t = signature w~h tints Alternate: at= altema1e - alternate signatures are used only in a constrained horizontal space. Seal: S= SealAlone-for use in specialinstances such as lapelpins. DHS IS tsa Cabinet: DHS= Department of Homeland Security Special U seage: su = special usage- 4 IR IT at Public Facing Enitities: Reverse: R= reverse- cis= U.S. Citizenship and Immigration cbp= U.S. Customs and Border Protection fema= FEMA ice= U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement tsa = Transportation Security Administration for use on a dark background. used only on approved applications. SU I .ext . Extension: File type and what it is used for. How ImagesAre Supplied .eps = EPS (for print and vendor use) Supplied as vector-based art. scal,ble fcxlarge application.,; these files may be used at any size. Ideal for high-end print and dispLly use. Color rorrnats: CMYK.RGB,Gray,cale, spot (P.ntone) color .jpg -met, PowerPoint rnd V\brd) Supplied at JOODP! for optimwn a.ppe.uanceonline. Idealwhen a srrallfile size is needed. Color Form,ts: CMYK,RGB,Grayscale .tif .bmp= BMP (forPmverPoint,Wordandother pub!Wring software) Supplied at 100DPIfor optimum appearance in pre.sentltions and laser prints. Color Form.at:s:RGB,Graysc.J.e = JPEG(for Internet, = TIFF (for PowerPoint,V\brd and other publishing sofrw.11,e) Supplied ilt 12S DPI for optimum a.ppe.trance in presentationsand laserprints. Color rormats: CMYX,RGB,Gr,yscile □ 32 U.S.Departmmtof HomelaooSecuritySealand SignatureUsageGu!del!n,s The abbreviillon.s in the shaded fields appear in a file name only when applicable to a given signature. CBP FOIA 003676 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000412 Page 93 of 5682 Owner: SMITH, LAUREL Filename: DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf Last Modified: Wed Nov 22 10:12:04 EST 2017 CBP FOIA 003677 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000413 Page 94 of 5682 {-101er c? ui 4% i. :51 ES Homeland Securlty {aim 2 0 0'3 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000415 DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) Table of Contents 3 4 Color Palettes Typography 31 32–33 34–36 26–30 10 11 12–21 22–24 25 Page 96 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003679 DHS Grid System Components — Introduction Examples Grid Examples 8.5" x 11" Grid Examples 3.75" x 8.5" Slim Jim Grid Example 5.5" x 8.5" Grid Examples 8.5" x 11" — Brochure Interior Spreads Grid Examples 11" x 17" — Newsletter Cover Newsletter Interior Spreads Certificates 6 7 8 9 5 2 Branding and Our House Style Imagery — Introduction Conceptual Imagery What We Protect How We Protect the Homeland Documentary Imagery Cropping Images 1 Introduction DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000416 DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) 1 U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines Page 97 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003680 These house style guidelines should be used in conjunction with the Seal and Signature Usage Guidelines, which provide more detailed information on usage of the DHS signature and its variations. The following pages introduce the foundations of our house style. The hallmarks of this visual language are the distinctive color palettes, the complementary typefaces, standardized uses of imagery and consistent placement of our signature. Our house style will ensure maximum recognition and a clean, contemporary look for all our communications. And our communications must reflect our convictions. We are entrusted with the relentless protection and defense of America, its ideals, its way of life and its people. We are the trusted and authoritative partner to the state, local and private sector entities that share our mission. We are a 21st-century form of government and proud to protect our homeland. The design elements, or visual language, that make up our house style attempt to convey — through imagery, color and appearance — the qualities that we want the Department of Homeland Security to be known for: being innovative and proactive in our mission and being accessible and direct with our public. Introduction BrandingondOurHouseStylc Our house style is a major component of our branding system. The objectives of our branding system are fourfold: to focus and build impact for the Department of Homeland Security. a modern and non bureaucratic form of government; to unify and strengthen the department; to help state and local entities, as well as the general public. understand the role and structure of the department; and to streamline communication. Our branding system is not the same as our organizational chart. No more than two levels have been branded because too many layers and too many symbols suggest traditional government bureaucracy and an unfocused organization. Every DHS communicat ion must be branded with one than one - of the following signatures. and no more Our branding system must be clear from the public's perspective and make minimal use of acronyms. because an abundance of acronyms hampers clarity and directness. Hoilleland Security DHS Signarure - For use on communicadon.s emanating from the cabinet level, the five directorates, or programs, locations and centers not directly linked to one of the Public Facing Entities shown below . Transpo rtation co FEMA Securit y 'a Administ ratio n N U.S. Customs and Border Protecti on cQl E r: U.S. Citizenship and Immigra tion Services al ~ l,C) E Public Facing Entities Signatures - For use on co=unications with high public visibility and interaction . ~ emanating &om these nrganlzations 'Cl ~ 1----------------- .§ Cl. ::",:::=rily ,t.,l - .E X I U.S. Dep,slmonto ~- l"- <"i I Coee.t Guatd lI ________________________ 0 r-- I . .. , 1 . ~ I au.,.,.,.,., I I ~::·;: .. Secret Service 1 _I 0 :;1 Public Facing Entities Signatures, Endorsed - Please refer to The Coast Guard Correspondence Manual or contactThe Office of Government and Public Affairs of the US. Secret Service for more information on UsinR these signatures. 2C/) Ql "' :, 0 J: C/)1 J: Cl 2 U:S.Deparonmlof Hom,Jcmd S,a,rityHou« Style Guldel!ntS CBP FOIA 00368 1 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000417 Page 98 of 5682 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000418 DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) 3 The colors shown throughout this manual have not been evaluated by Pantone, Inc., for accuracy and may not match the PANTONE ® Color Standards. Please refer to the current edition of the Pantone color formula guide. PANTONE ® is a registered trademark of Pantone, Inc. Pantone 0 0 0 100 C 0 0 0 45 M 0 0 0 0 Y 0 79 28 37 K 255 54 176 0 R 255 54 177 47 255 54 179 128 B U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines Homeland Security Green Homeland Security Light Blue Homeland Security Red 370 C 307 C 187 C 56 100 0 0 16 100 100 0 79 27 27 20 89 0 165 134 112 0 0 178 33 The other colors from the Seal — Homeland Security Red, Light Blue and Green — make up our secondary color palette, which are used to enhance our communications in backgrounds, headlines and other supporting design elements. Secondary or Support Palette Homeland Security White Cool Gray 11 C Cool Gray 6 C Homeland Security Gray Homeland Security Dark Gray 2955 C Homeland Security Blue ® 153 102 0 255 51 153 51 0 153 51 255 51 153 102 B Page 99 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003682 51 0 204 255 51 153 0 R Web G The PANTONE and CMYK values provided can be used on both coated and uncoated paper when printing. Although variations in color will occur, try to match the colors as closely as possible. Our primary color palette contains Homeland Security Blue and Gray from the signature and adds Dark Gray and White. These colors should be employed throughout our communications and are equivalent to the Video G PANTONE numbers listed in the table below. For 4-color process printing, refer to the CMYK values shown. For on-screen applications (video, broadcast), refer to the RGB Video values specified. For Web applications, refer to the RGB Web values. The Homeland Security signature should be reproduced in full color — Homeland Security Blue, Gray, Green, Light Blue and Red — whenever possible. The colors of the signature serve as the source for our house style color palettes. Primary Color Palette DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000419 DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) ITC Franklin Gothic Book Joanna MT 4 U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz abcdefghijklmnopq rstuvwxyz 1234567890$&?{} ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz Page 100 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003683 When ITC Franklin Gothic is not available on your computer, you may substitute Arial for ITC Franklin Gothic. ITC Franklin Gothic has been selected as a secondary or complementary font for Joanna MT. It may be used for headlines, subheads, captions and other supporting text. abcdefghijklmnopq rstuvwxyz 1234567890$&?{} When Joanna MT is not available on your computer, you may substitute Times New Roman for Joanna MT. Typography plays a major role in shaping a brand because it helps create a consistent look and feel. For all Homeland Security communications, one typeface — Joanna MT — is preferred. This typeface has been chosen because it complements the look of the Homeland Security wordmark. Typography DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000420 DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) 5 Page 101 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003684 Please also consult the “Grid System” portion of these house style guidelines for a more complete understanding of how to use imagery in designs and layouts. Two types of imagery are appropriate for our house style: conceptual and documentary. Conceptual imagery idealizes the homeland we protect and our ways of protecting it. Documentary imagery dramatizes our daily activities; these types of images may have a journalistic feel. U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines These imagery guidelines can also be provided to photographers to help them create original imagery for the DHS. Authoritative Protective Aggressive Following our house style will ensure that our communications will have a recognizable look and feel. Reassuring Proactive Innovative Committed Trustworthy Accessible Resourceful Determined When preparing or selecting imagery, keep in mind these characteristics, which represent the essence of who we are. Since imagery will be used in applications from print to the Web, we must ensure that it consistently captures the best of our homeland, our employees and our commitment to proactive protection. Imagery is an integral and vital part of Department of Homeland Security communications. Visual imagery — specifically photography — conveys the spirit and energy of our homeland and helps bring its essence to life. Imagery — Introduction ·,.....: ..'&-' .. . ..... -> ......·.".., } • ·'"'",..•.-•·_-..J.;'L- •• .• . '. ·=~ ;f ... f.: .... .. - ... 6 '. - ~ ·.r'J . ~' ""'·. ,.,..... U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines I Photonica ID# dv685038 Getty Images ID# ba19596 Getty Images ID# AA0408844 \ Getty Images ID# E014045 ' la."'- Getty Images ID# ngs0_8509 'I Getty Images ID# ngs0_7916 Getty Images ID# 200025559-001 Getty Images ID# bot54543 Getty Images ID# ab68106 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000421 Page 102 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003685 Getty Images ID# ngs0_680 Getty Images ID# TR002823 Getty Images ID# thic0020841 If you are interested in using any of these specific images, please contact the source listed and reference the image number. ,~ r--• Getty Images ID# E008263 ' \ Getty Images ID# rbv1_67 .. ~~-.,, s ' Getty Images ID# ab64993 As these examples suggest, conceptual imagery highlights the natural attributes of the homeland we protect. Idealized portraits of our national symbols are also part of this image category. Conceptual Imagery — What We Protect ('f DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) ~ • . ~ 7 ' • CBP Images ID# cia_5f01_5fhires CBP Images ID# 117_5fuh60_5f270 U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines Photonica ID# 629200020 Getty Images ID# tr001757 Getty Images ID# ec6696-001 Photonica ID# 06553000051 Photonica ID# 05978000211 Photonica ID# 05978000273 CBP Images ID# cia_5f08_5f270 Photonica ID# bd9428-001 Photonica ID# 304200045 Getty Images ID# dv738029 Photonica ID# 602600115 Getty Images ID# 10186263 Photonica ID# 05978000318 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000422 Page 103 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003686 Getty Images ID# fi_5f11_5f270 Getty Images ID# dv635051 Photonica ID# 06581000085 Getty Images ID# dv093019 If you are interested in using any of these specific images, please contact the source listed and reference the image number. Photonica ID# 06539000049 In conceptual images that show how we protect the homeland, our actions and our homeland’s protective infrastructure have been abstracted from specific, identifiable places, activities or people. This abstraction process makes this imagery different from the imagery that documents our daily activities. Conceptual Imagery — How We Protect the Homeland I• DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) "~ ' ·it,_...., ·--ll1, ~ 1 ---..-·.l. . h•. 8 1 •·• .• , , ,, - -r.r;·'J_, G . CBP Images ID# ci_5f05_5hires U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines FEMA Image ID# Montana%20fire Granite%20Cr1 FEMA Image ID# ok_0202_1401_08 FEMA Image ID# pr_11_96_16 ' DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000423 Page 104 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003687 FEMA Images ID# WA_Ridge_ 072403_1 FEMA Image ID# LA_1437_87 CBP Images ID# b_5f06_5f270 .., ~ .( CBP Images ID# hs_5f07_5fhighres . • CBP Images ID# srt_5f11_5f270 .,,...... . . • :ta •I,, 1 • CBP Images ID# ridge_5foperation_ CBP Images ID# ci_5f13_5f270 5_fpredat tr .,,,'/_ CBP Images ID# china_5fmed ."'I . CBP Images ID# crazy_5f13_5f270 ' ~ CBP Images ID# pfw_5f10_5f270 If you are interested in using any of these specific images, please contact the source listed and reference the image number. Please consider the intentions of the communication when selecting an appropriate image. '{ '·' ,., CBP Images ID# cis_5f07_5f270 This type of imagery documents our daily activities; these types of images may have a journalistic feel. Our actions and interactions with the public are of an amazingly wide variety and so our documentary imagery will range correspondingly from the mundane to the dramatic. Documentary Imagery — Our Daily Activities . • DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) I ., ' I DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000424 DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) 9 U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines Dynamic cropping can add drama to an image. Unusual colors or lighting, extreme close-ups and interesting angles may be emphasized through creative cropping. The focus of the image may be significantly altered and convey a different message than the non-cropped image. Cropping Images Page 105 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003688 By eliminating specific, identifiable places, activities or people from an image, cropping can be a way of making a conceptual image from a documentary image. This process is demonstrated in the first example below. DHSGridSystemComponents - Introduction The front-facing element of DHS communications cover or a website homepage - follows a basic grid system organizes the house style components in a enhancing the public's recognitio n of what is and munication while streamlining design decisions. whether a brochure system. This grid consistent fashion, is not a OHS com- The DHS Grid System is made up of four essential components: The image panel The information panel Primary and secondary messages The signature The grid splits the front-facing element of a communication horizontally into two halves. One half is. the image panel. This.image panel may contain a photograph or a color field in a color selected from the house style primary or secondary palette. The other half is the information panel , which contains a short primary message in large type and. if needed. below the primary message. a secondary message in smaller type. If needed, a date can be added below the message( s). The signature is always placed at the bottom of the information panel and aligns flush left wit h the message type. The signature clearspace, at minimum, must be respected at all margins. The placement of the image and information panels can be switched to add variety to our communications. For some communications. the infor mation panel will be more appropriate above the image panel. Image Panel " o ~ ..- ; I Secondary M..-s.seg.e1f nr;_oeded Siecondary Message, if needed Sa-:Dl'Oclfy Mneage, If hH daj ..... ,_.. ...~ -lmd ,W 'Stti,rt ty 0 :;1 z- (/) Ql 5 "' :, 6 8 7 0 .J: (/J I .J: Cl 11 U.S.Depamnmtof Hom,landS« urltyHouse StyleGuideline, Forexhibit purposes only. Exhibits shown at 24% CBP FOIA 003690 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000426 Page 107 of 5682 Grid Example8 .5" x 11" Example of an 8 .5" x 11" grid with image panel appearing on top. 8-1/ 2" 7/ 16"" - Information Panel 7/16"' ,---- ,------i ... ... OHS Blue (PMS 2955) ~ ~.. 1sD j .. t .. ~ I !"II Primary Message Joanna MT Semibold 58pt leading 58pt ITC Franklin Gothic Book 22pt leading 40pt -.. Information Panel OHS Dark Gray (PMS Cool Gray 11) Primary Message Joanna MT Semibold 58pt leading 58pt E -_ _ --~ --~~~~~o~ ,~ ~~~-~~ -, ...' • Ji A ••_ ~ "J. Secondary Message ITC Franklin Gothic Book 22pt leading 40pt at 45%. CBP FOIA 003696 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000432 Page 113 of 5682 Grid Example8 . 5'' x 11 '' Example of an 8 .5" x 11" two-color application. A secondary or support color may be used in the image panel. Please note that the background color of the information panel must be white or the same color as the image panel. R. l r, • :,, Information Panel DHS Light Blue (PMS 307) ;::: This is Sample Text of the Primary Message Primary Message Joanna MT Semibold 58pt leading 58pt at 45%. CBP FOIA 003698 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000434 Page 115 of 5682 Grid Example8.5" x 11'' Example of an 8 .5" x 11" 4-color application. A secondary or support color may be used in the image panel. Please note that the background color of the information panel must be white or the same color as the image panel. ~ I /? " ' I 16;, :,, Information Panel DHS White ;::: This is Sample Text of the Primary Message Primary Mess-age Joanna MT Semibold 58pt leading 58pt !secondary Message, if needed i ~ Dat 62%. CBP FOIA 003703 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000439 Page 120 of 5682 Grid Example5 .5" x 8 .5" Example of a 5 .5" x 8 .5" grid one-color application. 5-1 /::>" 3/8 " 00 Image Panel ;;, DHS White 3/8 " I I I I --~------------------------------------------L-- Information Panel DHS Blue (PMS 2955) Primary Message Joanna MT Semibold 58pt leading 58pt st ;:::; at 60%. CBP FOIA 003704 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000440 Page 121 of 5682 I i -- - -- -- --- -- ---- --~-- :' 1/2" 1/2" o o ----__: We live in freedom, and we will never let that freedom go. We in the Department of Homeland Security are working to protect our fellow citizens and our very way of life by securing our borders, our airports, our waterways, and our critical infrastructure. We are coordinating the response of our nation to emergencies. We are protecting the rights of American citizens and enhancing public services. We understand our mission. The task before us is difficult, but not impossible. We undertake the challenges before us with the understanding that Americans do not live in fear. ' "{- . ~ ~ J___ ------- ----- ---- ---- ----- ---- ---- -,- ' Goals, Objectives and Strategies Summary 4 5 38 Communication 36 Evaluation 34 Implementation 32 Key Factors Introduction, Mission and Guiding Principles 2 Contents Fall 2003 :::r DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000441 Page 122 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003705 U.S. Department of Homeland Security Strategic Plan Building a Secure Homeland For exhibit purposes only. Exhibit shown at 45%. '' 11" U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines ' Our most important job is to protect the American people and our way of life from terrorism. We have a single, clear line of authority to get the job done. While we can never eliminate the potential for attack, particularly in a society that’s as open, as diverse, and as large as ours, we will significantly reduce the nation’s vulnerability to terrorism and terrorist attack over time. Through partnerships with state, local and tribal governments and the private sector, we are working to ensure the highest evel of protection and preparedness for the country and the citizens we serve. ' : 26 I '' ''' '' '' ''o '' '' '' '' '' '' n January 2003 the Department of Homeland Security became the nation’s 15th and newest Cabinet department, consolidating 22 previously disparate agencies under one unified organization. One year ago, no single federal department had homeland security as its primary objective. Now it is our mission. We are ntegrating our resources to meet a common goal. i Contents Listings Joanna MT Regular 11pt leading 28pt Remarks celebrating the 213th birthday of the United States Coast Guard August 6 2003 I Contents Joanna MT Semibold 20pt leading 28pt I '' ''' '' '' 'o' '' -Secretary Tom Ridge 3-5/8" 17" -+--------------------------------------------r This plan outlines our approach to implement the comprehensive national strategy to secure the United States from terrorist threats and attacks, and prepare our country by building up capacity to respond if either occur. It provides the frame of reference in which we will set priorities and focus our operations. :::L:::::: :::::::+:::::::::::::::::::::t:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::".::::::::::: “The enemies of freedom have no regard for the innocent, no concept of the just, and no desire for peace. They will stop at nothing to destroy our way of life, and we, on the other hand, we stop at nothing to defend it.” '' ''' '' '' '' '' ' ' '' ' ' '' '' '' '' '' '' ''o ''' 'o '' Date Joanna MT Italic 20pt leading 40pt 1/4" : i Page Subhead Joanna MT Regular 20pt leading 36pt 1/2" ' : Page Header Joanna MT Semibold 36pt leading 40pt Copy Joanna MT Regular 11pt leading 13pt Single line space between paragraphs Caption — Remarks… Joanna MT Regular 8pt leading 9.5pt Caption — Attribute Joanna MT Regular 11pt leading 13pt Example of an interior spread for an 8.5" x 11" brochure. 1/2" 2" Caption — Quote Joanna MT Italic 11pt leading 13pt i '' '' '' '' ''o ''' 'o '' 2-3/4" I : '' '' '' '' '' ''' ' '' 7/16" I : DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) Grid Example 8.5" x 11" — Brochure Interior Spread ---_(_----------------f--------------------- DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000442 DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) Copy Joanna MT Regular 11pt leading 13pt Copy Header Joanna MT Regular 20pt leading 24pt Page Subhead Joanna MT Regular 20pt leading 36pt Page Header Joanna MT Semibold 36pt leading 40pt 27 1/2" 7-1/2" Goals, Objectives and Strategies Building a Secure Homeland U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines 11" Example of an interior spread for an 8.5" x 11" brochure. The National Strategy for Homeland Security and the Homeland Security Act of 2002 served to mobilize and organize our nation to secure the homeland from terrorist attacks. This is an exceedingly complex mission that requires coordinated and focused effort from our entire society. To this end, the Department of Homeland Security was established to provide the unifying core of the vast national network of organizations and institutions involved in efforts to secure our homeland. Our first priority is to prevent further terrorist attacks within the United States. To reduce vulnerability without diminishing economic security, we gather intelligence and analyze threats, guard our nation’s borders and airports, protect our critical infrastructure, and coordinate response to the American people during times of disaster. Summary 3-5/8" For exhibit purposes only. Exhibit shown at 45%. 1/2" 1/2" 17" 3-5/8" 1/2" Page 123 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003706 The goals that guide our activities are: • Prevent Terrorist Attacks Within the United States; • Reduce the Vulnerability of the United States to Terrorism; • Minimize the Impact and Assist in the Response and Recovery from Terrorist Attacks and All Other Hazards; • Ensure the Protection of Federal Government Operations; • Protect America’s Economic Security and Ensure the Safety and Protection of Maritime Interests; • Direct the nation’s Immigration Benefits System and Promote CitizenshipValues; and • Operate as a Leading Edge, Performance-Based Organization while Practicing Outstanding Stewardship of Public Resources. 1/4" Grid Example 8.5" x 11" — Brochure Interior Spread 5-1/2" 1" 7/16" L----------------------------------------------~--- : ' ----------------------------------------------:--- ' We will effectively coordinate and communicate with other federal, state, local, and tribal governments, the private sector, and the American people. Increasing and coordinating information sharing between law enforcement, intelligence, and military organizations will improve our ability to counter terrorists everywhere. We will coordinate training and education across multiple levels both national and international ensuring common standards and approaches to recognizing key indicators of future terrorist actions. 1.2 Coordinate national and international actions to prepare for and prevent terrorism. 3-5/8" I :' ' I ' '' ' '' '' I :' ' l I ' I '' '' I I :' '' '' '' :' ' '' : '' '' '' I I I I '' :' ' l I I '' '' '' ' ': 1/2" : ' I l l I '' : , ,' : l I ' I '' '' I I :' '' l I ' I '' '' '' DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000443 Page 124 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003707 ' ' For exhibit purposes only. Exhibit shown at 45%. Remarks at the Sign ng of H R 5005 the Homeland Security Act of 2002 November 25 2002 “The continuing threat of terrorism, the thre t of mass murder on our own soil will be met with a unified, effective response.” -President George W. Bush 3-5/8" • Assist the Department of Defense and Department of State to meet the goals and objectives of the National Security and National Military Strategies. • Proactively conduct and coordinate “prevent and disrupt” law enforcement operations through the Department’s Joint Terrorism Task Force, particularly with the FBI. • Involve state, local, and tribal governments and the private sector in actions to prevent terrorism and reduce the consequences of terrorist attacks. • Establish common preparedness standards and foster inter-agency coordination across all levels of government. • Expand existing weapons of mass destruction, first response, and other nationwide initiatives. • Promote interagency coordination and cooperation in support of nternational resident and advisor programs. • Implement a National Training Plan that strategically supports DHS missions and goals and incorporates a comprehensive approach to rain state, local, and private sector partners in core competencies. 1.2 Strategies 1/4" l l 11" U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines L-------------------------------------- • Strengthen and integrate security at and between the ports of entry. • Expand border control beyond our geographical borders through increased awareness within the maritime, air and land approaches to the United States. • Implement a nationwide system for managing entry to and exit from the United States using biometrics and advanced technology. • Build a unified, cohesive enforcement capability. • Identify and interdict sources of support for weapons of mass destruction and other instruments of terror targeted at the United States. • Increase the security of international shipping modes and methods, and of trade goods destined for the United States. • Reduce the flow of illicit drugs and contraband into and out of the United States. • Deter undocumented aliens from entering the United States. • Expand and integrate industry partnership programs to engage the trade and financial communities and otherwise enlist the private sector in the fight against terrorism. • Establish counter fraud strategies to detect illegal entry through fraudulent means. • Reduce the threat of agricultural pests and diseases entering the United States via legal commerce, smuggling and non-compliant cargo. • Coordinate efforts to sever connections between illegal drug trafficking and terrorism. • Implement the Student and Exchange Visitor Program to permit entry of only eligible students and exchange visitors, and allow for monitoring them while they are in the U.S. 1.1 Strategies : ' We will manage our borders to interdict terrorist activities by argeting unlawful migration of people, cargo, drugs and other contraband, while facilitating legitimate migration and commerce. DHS will enforce border security at ports of entry, on the borders, and even before potential threats can reach our borders. Through the continued deployment of the appropriate balance of personnel, equipment and technology we will create “smart borders”. Not only will we create more secure United States borders but, in conjunction with international partners we will extend our zones of security beyond our physical borders. Identifying, prioritizing, and nterdicting threats to our nation beyond our physical borders are highly effective ways to detect potentially hazardous cargo and deny entry to people before they arrive. Making our border security effective, smarter, and stronger significantly reduces the potential of terrorist threats entering our nation. 1.1 Secure the borders against terrorists means of terrorism and other illegal activity. : I 28 -------L----------------------------------------~----------------------------------------------...J--- Preventing and interdicting terrorist activity within the United States, whether international or domestic in origin, is the number one priority of the Department. Collectively we will assess, qualify, provide early warning and take preemptive action against potential terrorist threats. Coordination, communication, and strong partnerships between the Department and other federal, state, local and tribal law enforcement organizations are critical to our success. Working closely with international partners and using all legal means — both traditional and nontraditional — we will identify and halt potential terrorists. -------:---------------------------------------: '' ' Caption — Remarks… Joanna MT Regular 8pt leading 9.5pt -------r----------------------------------------r------------------------------------------------.,--- Strategic Goal 1 1/2" 1/2" ' Caption — Attribute Joanna MT Regular 11pt leading 13pt 3-5/8" -------r---------------------------------------r----------------------------------------------7--- Caption — Quote Joanna MT Italic 11pt leading 13pt 1/4" -------r---------------------------------------r----------------------------------------------i--- Prevent Terrorist Attacks Within the United States 3-5/8" 17" -------L--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------..1--I I Copy Joanna MT Regular 11pt leading 13pt Copy Subhead Joanna MT Regular 11pt leading 13pt Callout Joanna MT Regular 14pt leading 20pt Page Subhead Joanna MT Regular 20pt leading 36pt 1/2" ': 7/16" Page Header Joanna MT Semibold 36pt leading 40pt 5-1/4" Sample Text Page 1.0 Example of an interior spread for an 8.5" x 11" brochure, using 2-column grids. ' DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) Grid Example 8.5" x 11" — Brochure Interior Spread -------~---------------------------------------:-----------------------------------------------~--- I I I I I I I I I I I 1--------,--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------~--I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 1/4" • Expand existing weapons of mass destruction, first response, and other nationwide initiatives. • Promote interagency coordination and cooperation in support of international resident and advisor programs. • Implement a National Training Plan that strategically supports DHS missions and goals and incorporates a comprehensive approach to train state, local, and private sector partners in core competencies. Remarks at the Signing of H R 5005 the Homeland Security Act of 2002 November 25 2002 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I ~-------r--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------,---1 I L ______________________________________________________________________________________ I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I For exhibit purposes only. Exhibit shown at 45%. 1-11/16" “The continuing threat of terrorism, the threat of mass murder on our own soil will be met with a unified, effective response.” -President George W. Bush 1/4" • Assist the Department of Defense and Department of State to meet the goals and objectives of the National Security and National Military Strategies. • Proactively conduct and coordinate “prevent and disrupt” law enforcement operations through the Department’s Joint Terrorism Task Force, particularly with the FBI. • Involve state, local, and tribal governments and the private sector in actions to prevent terrorism and reduce the consequences of terrorist attacks. • Establish common preparedness standards and foster interagency coordination across all levels of government. 1.2 Strategies ~-------r--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------~-----------~--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------~---• Strengthen and integrate security at and between the ports of entry. • Expand border control beyond our geographical borders through increased awareness within the maritime, air and land approaches to the United States. • Implement a nationwide system for managing entry to and exit from the United States using biometrics and advanced technology. • Build a unified, cohesive enforcement capability. • Identify and interdict sources of support for weapons of mass destruction and other instruments of terror targeted at the United States. 1-11/16" 1--------~--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------~---I t--------L--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------J I I I I I I I I I I I I I I ____ I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I JI __ _ I I -- DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000444 Page 125 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003708 I I I U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines 1.2 Strategies I • Assist the Department of Defense and Department of State to meet the goals and objectives of the National Security and National Military Strategies. • Proactively conduct and coordinate “prevent and disrupt” law enforcement operations through the Department’s Joint Terrorism Task Force, particularly with the FBI. • Involve state, local, and tribal governments and the private sector in actions to prevent terrorism and reduce the consequences of terrorist attacks. • Establish common preparedness standards and foster inter-agency coordination across all levels of government. • Expand existing weapons of mass destruction, first response, and other nationwide initiatives. • Promote interagency coordination and cooperation in support of international resident and advisor programs. I 1--------~--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------~---We will manage our borders to nterdict terrorist activities by targeting unlawful migration of people, cargo, drugs and other contraband, while facilitating egitimate migration and commerce. DHS will enforce border security at ports of entry, on the borders, and even before potential threats can reach our borders. Through the continued deployment of the appropriate balance of personnel, equipment and technology we will create “smart borders”. Not only will we create more secure United States borders but, in conjunction with international partners we will extend our zones of security beyond our physical borders. Identifying, prioritizing, and interdicting threats to our nation beyond our physical borders are I I I We will manage our borders to interdict terrorist activities by targeting unlawful migration of people, cargo, drugs and other contraband, while facilitating legitimate migration and commerce. DHS will enforce border security at ports of entry, on the borders, and even before potential threats can reach our borders. Through the continued deployment of the appropriate balance of personnel, equipment and technology we will create “smart borders”. Not only will we create more secure United States borders but, in conjunction with international partners we will extend our zones of security beyond our physical borders. Identifying, prioritizing, and interdicting threats to our nation beyond our physical borders are I 1.1 Strategies I I I I I We will effectively coordinate and communicate with other federal, state, local, and tribal governments, the private sector, and the American people. Increasing and coordinating information sharing between law enforcement, intelligence, and military organizations will improve our ability to counter terrorists everywhere. We will coordinate training and education across multiple levels both national and international ensuring common standards and approaches to recognizing key indicators of future terrorist actions. 1--------~--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------~---1.1 Secure the borders against terrorists, means of terrorism, and other illegal activity. 1-11/16" I • Strengthen and integrate security at and between the ports of entry. • Expand border control beyond our geographical borders through increased awareness within the maritime, air and land approaches to the United States. • Implement a nationwide system for managing entry to and exit from the United States using biometrics and advanced technology. • Build a unified, cohesive enforcement capability. • Identify and interdict sources of support for weapons of mass destruction and other instruments of terror targeted at the United States. I I 1.2 Coordinate national and international actions to prepare for and prevent terrorism. I 1.1 Strategies I I I I I I I I I 1.1 Secure the borders against terrorists, means of terrorism, and other illegal activity. 1/4" I I I I I I I I I I I I 29 I Preventing and interdicting terrorist activity within the United States, whether international or domestic in origin, is the number one priority of the Department. Collectively we will assess, qualify, provide early warning and take preemptive action against potential terrorist threats. Coordination, communication, and strong partnerships between the Department and other federal, state, local and tribal law enforcement organizations are critical to our success. Working closely with international partners and using all legal means — both traditional and nontraditional — we will identify and halt potential terrorists. 1-11/16" I I I I I I I I I I I Caption — Remarks… Joanna MT Regular 8pt leading 9.5pt I 1--------~--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------~--1--------~--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------i--- Strategic Goal 1 1/2" 1/2" I Caption — Attribute Joanna MT Regular 11pt leading 13pt 3-5/8" I Caption — Quote Joanna MT Italic 11pt leading 13pt 1/4" 1 Copy Joanna MT Regular 11pt leading 13pt 1-11/16" I Copy Subhead Joanna MT Regular 11pt leading 13pt 1/4" 1--------~--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4 ' t--------~--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------~--1 Prevent Terrorist Attacks Within the United States 1-11/16" t------- Callout Joanna MT Regular 14pt leading 20pt 1/2" 17" I I I Page Subhead Joanna MT Regular 20pt leading 36pt Page Header Joanna MT Semibold 36pt leading 40pt 5-1/4" Sample Text Page 2.0 Example of an interior spread for an 8.5" x 11" brochure, using 3- and 4-column grids. I 7/16" I I I I I I I I I DHS_HouseStyle_101703.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 2 of 6) Grid Example 8.5" x 11" — Brochure Interior Spread ' ' --------,--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------,---- -- -- - -- -- ---- --- ----- -- -- - -- ---- - -- --- -------r---------------------------------------r r--------------------------------------------i----------~-1---------------------------------------------...J--5.4 Protect the marine environment and living marine resources. - --r L-- We will partner with other nations, federal agencies, state, local, and tribal governments, and responsible sectors of the maritime industry, to ensure the quality of our marine resources are protected. The ability to use unpolluted waters for transportation and recreation is vital to the safety of our citizens and the economy of our nation. We will maintain an uncompromising commitment to the stewardship of our national living marine resources through the highest caliber enforcement of fisheries laws and regulations supporting the national policy. I L ': :' --------- -- • Reduce the quantity of chemicals and oils spilled into the water and the quantity of marine-generated debris entering the water. • Ensure compliance with all applicable federal regulations that provide stewardship of living marine resources and their environments. • Increase access to and use intelligence information to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of surveillance, monitoring, and interdiction operations. • Improve coordination and effectiveness of law enforcement and other efforts to protect the ocean environment and marine species by developing and maintaining bilateral and regional agreements with other nations, federal agencies, state and local governments, and responsible sectors of the shipping industry. 5.4 Strategies 1/2" 1/2" 17" : I --------- ------~- For exhibit purposes only. Exhibit shown at 45%. lI ' ' : I I I I ' ' I I I I : I l I ' ' I I r -- -- --- -- --- -- -- - -- -- --- -- --- -- -- - -- -- --- -- -.,- -I I I I I ': U.S. Department of Homeland Security House Style Guidelines -- 5.3 Strategies -- • Reduce maritime passenger, maritime worker, and recreational boating fatalities and injuries, through preventative measures such as carriage requirements, regulation of recreational boating manufacturers, safety inspections, investigations of mishaps, and other activities. • Respond to calls for help, assist mariners in distress, and protect property in imminent danger. • Develop and employ an integrated corporate safety management system, bridging across individual programs which contribute to the safety goal. • Employ a systematic, risk-based process for prioritization/allocation of effort and resources in safety programs focusing on reducing risk. • Reduce the number of collisions, allisions, and groundings in our nation’s navigable waters. --- We will reduce deaths and injuries in the maritime environment by aking preventative measures, and responding directly to situations of imminent danger. We will answer calls for help, assist mariners in distress, and protect property in imminent danger. We will diminish maritime accidents and reduce closures of waterways due to hazardous ice conditions. 3-5/8" -- 5.3 Save lives and reduce injuries and property damage associated with fishing, maritime transportation, and recreational boating. 1/4" --- Caption This is the style in placement for caption copy 3-5/8" -- 30 11" 1/2" - -- Photo Caption Joanna MT Italic 8pt leading 9.5pt Copy Joanna MT Regular 11pt leading 13pt Copy Subhead Joanna MT Regular 11pt leading 13pt 5-1/4" Example of an interior spread for an 8.5" x 11" brochure. 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SEARCHING FOR THE IEST CBP ramps up its hiring efforts Frontline - Vol9 lss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pd!for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 3 of 6) Contents 6 "' FIGHTI NG THEIVORY TRADE CBP-trained canin es defend wildlife in Afri ca 14 MARINELIFE A loo k inside the National Marine Trainin g Center 26 SEARCHINGFORTHEBEST CBP ramp s up its hirin g efforts 34 AROUND THEAGEN CY 34 § 0- ~ HEAVYHIT "' ~ Auto maker learns imp o rt fraud co me s at a steep price 36 NEWBORDERPATROL CHIEFTAKESCHARGE 40 BORDERWALL MOVINGAHEADWITHCBP'S EXPERTISE 0- ~ w w z :::; 1- z ~ COVER Photos and comp osl~i ~()1~6'6':l'lrvi n o 2 z ~ z ~ 3 Page 135 of 5682 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000453 Fron tline - Vol9 lss2 - 05252017 - Spreads .pc:tf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attach ment 3 of 6) rRONTLIN---------------SECRETARY OFHOMELAND SECURITY MANAGING EDITOR John F. Kelly Jason McCammack COMMISSIONER (ACTING ), U.S. CUSTOMS ANDBORDERPROTECTION PRODUCTION MANAGER Kevin K. McAleenan a Mich ael J. Friel ~ z:, 1- z ~ 4 Paul Kascak, Marcy Mason "' ~ STAFFPHOTOGRAPHERS Donn a Burton , Glenn Fawcett EDITOR 0, w STAFFWRITERS ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER (ACTING ), OFFICE OF PUBLICAFFAIRS "' Traci e Parker Laurel Smith U.S. Customs and Border Protection 0, ART& DESIGNDIRECTOR ~ Ozzy Trevino w z ~ z The Secretaryof Homeland Secuntyhas determmedlhat pubhcabonof lhis peoodtcalis necessarym the transactionof JX,lbl1c businessby CBP To contactFronllmeeditorsw,th messages. conlnbutions,or deliveryooncems.email:frontline@cbp.dhs.gov CBP FOIA 003718 Page 136 of 5682 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000454 ~ 5 There 's a wildlife crisis in Tanzania. Poachers have killed 60 percent ofTanzania's prized elephant s for their ivory tusks, reducing the animals from an estimated I 09,000 in 2009 to 43,000 in 2014 . "Those number s are just devastating," said Charge d 'Affaires Virginia Blaser at the U.S. Emba ssy in Dar es Salaam. "You can easily see a scenario where they' ll be no elephant s in Tanzania." China is the world's bigge st peddler, fueling at least 70 percent of the illicit ivory trade, followed by the Philippine s and Thailand w here statu s and money drive demand, a British Broadcasting Corporation report found. In those and o ther nations, ivory is a way to flaunt social rank and wealth by owni ng jewelry, ornaments and exqui site sculpture s fashioned from ivory. Chinese medicine also touts ground ivor y for curing everything from epilepsy to sore throat s. Staggering black market price s in Asia for the w hite gold entices poacher s. Ivory can fetch up to $ 1,500 per pound and two male elephant tusks can weigh 250 pound s, according to an account in British news magazine, TheWeek. In their pur suit of wealth , poac her s can be ruthle ss. In June 2016, they shot down a surveillance helicopter with AK-47 assault rifles in North ern Tanzania, killing the pilot. Poacher s not only pu t elephants at risk, they har m Tanzania's economy with increased crime that disc ourage s wildlife touri sm, a major source of that nation' s foreign exchange . law enforcement to combat wildlife trafficking. This wasn't the first time CBP instru ctors offered intern ational assistance . They've provided training for at least 54 countries. Assistance began when Damian Mon tes, direc to r of CBP's canin e program in El Paso, Texas, and Timothy Spittler, CBP's assistant canine director from Front Royal, Virginia, spent a week evaluating Tanzania's canine program that maintains about 45 wor king dogs to see wh ere i1nprovement s were nee ded. Monte s and Spittler found shortcoming s in the program. "Ther e was no mentor opportunity ," Mont es said. "And tl1e handl ers needed to better und erstand how environm ental factors such as weather and kennel conditi ons affect canine ability, as well as prope r grooming technique s and how to train handler s in problem solving." International Effort CBP steps up From their findin gs, Montes and Spittler crafted a plan tailored to strengtl1en the nation's canine program which offers Tanzanian po lice the mo st N Working on behalf of the Tanzanian government, the U.S. Embassy in Dar es Salaam reached out to form er Commi ssioner R. Gil Kerlikowske for effective ways to train , maintain and use dog s to locate ivory, hero in and cocaine. Elevating Tanzania's ~ assistance in developing that co untry's canine progr am to where Tanzanian p olice accompli sh tl1ese tasks with out assistance is tl1e ultimate goal. program , particularl y how to train their dog s to detect ivory.As a result, CBP's highly experi enced canine handler s were tasked to wo rk with Tanzanian Establishing the pro gram wasn 't easy.The U.S. Embassy coo rdin ated a government- wide effort 0- ~ w CBP FOIA 00371 9 Page 137 of 5682 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000455 z ~ z ~ ... 7 Frontline- Vol9 lss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdf for PrintedItem: 5 ( Attachment3 of 6) luggage and obj ects was srressed since the officers w ill work at both Tanzania's seaport and airp ort , Hopper said. While noting poachers have taken a toll on Tanzania's wildlife, the mi1lister predi cted th e hunted animal s will rebound with the intern ational support. Enforcing Tanzania's poaching ban, gathering intelligence and building confidence were also part of the plan. The plan calls for two of th e officers to return to El Paso for instr uctor rrainin g and Spittler and Montes "It's truly been an honor to be part of their instru ctor cadre," Gutierrez said, no ting how he became close to the Tanzanian officers durin g th at time, learning about their families and personal concerns. "We started as strang ers and have become family." to return to Africa to assess the prog ram's progress. Understai1ding proper canine care and rraining along with buildin g a cadre of insrructors who can teach these skills is the goal. Success is when Tanzanian law enforcement ca.IIindependentl y m anage th ese objectives, Spittler explained. For the officers, their canine s becam e more friend s than working animal s. "The fourTanzailian handler s The celebration that includ ed the U.S. Agency for International Development, the Deparnnent of Defense and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Basics, such as po table water, kennels, retrofitting vehicles to transport canines, and fuel were needed along with support from the Tanzanian gover nment and nongove rnmental o rganizati ons . "We built au entire logistics, training, delivery and ope rational ele1nent that required resources guaranteed by multipl e agencies and counrr y support, " Montes explained. "We had phenomenal suppo rt from Tanzanian law enforceme nt." Key Tanzanian govenunent officials backed the program and divi sio ns ofTanzanian law enf o rcement collabor ated and shared resour ces. CBP's instructors encouraged Tanzanian law enforcement to netwo rk across offices and agencies to overcome so me long -standing bureaucratic N i 0- ~ w z :::; !z ~ 8 hurdles that hindered collaboration and sharing resources . "The value of using in-person visits and casual conve rsations to build cross -o rganizational relationships and trust is iinp ortant," said Ron Reichel, who served an 18-month detail in CBP Int ernati onal Affair s as acting director of th e Africa Divi sion. Trainingbegins When the program launched in May 2015, Tanzania selected four of its most promi sing police officers for rrainin g in El Paso. Belgian malin ois, which resemble German shepherds , were selected for the job because the breed withstands heat and adapts to rough terrain , "the optimal dog to be deployed in Africa," said instructor and co urse devel ope r Benjamin Gutierrez. For 30 days Gutierrez and Hop per drilled the Tanzanian officers in how to rrain canines. It was also the first time CBP trained dogs to dete ct ivory. Not surpri singly, teaching animals to sniff ivory When the officers returned home , the four rrained canines were officially presented to the Tanzanian governmen t in a stately ceremon y officiated by Jumann e Maghemb e, the mini ster of Natural Officials and guests sat under a blue tent on seats fitted with white satin covers as handlers guided the I Demonstra tinga canmes newly learnedskill lo detec ivory Photoby Tim Ryan dogs, one at a time, along a green carpet runway in a show of prowess. Several boxes were spread out along the lane, one containing simul ated conrraband. Tugging hard on their leashes, the malin ois ru shed forward one at a tim e. They probed. They pried. They panted. They dart ed berween, around and on top of every box, sniffing ceaselessly with upturned noses. A narrat or sounding m ore like a spor ts announcer, explained each move. .. Suddenl y, the cailin e 's gusto ceased and it quickly sat requires ivory, so the in struct ors obtained a 4- foot tusk and some cru shed ivory seized by the U.S. Deparnnen t o f Fish and Wildlife Service. The officer reached into the container ai1d held up the prize, abou t a foot -long wllite plastic pipe. The spectator s applauded. to search and recog niz e the scents of drug s and ivory. Teaching canine s how to examine containers, rrainin g in Texas," recalled Charge Blaser. "The securit y of th e program rests with the relation sllip those police officers have with their canin e parrner s. That's what CBP h elps them to realize." iJ Reso urces and Tourism. nex:t to a box. Training emph asized skills needed in Tanzania because the officers wo uld be on their own when they return ed. Tanzania has few veterinarian s so they learned first aid for dogs and other medical care. They also learned how to conunan d the canines were so excited to see the dogs again after the From llis podimn on the other side of the rm1way, Maghembe addressed the visitors and CBP's rrainer s and officials. "We deep ly appreciate efforts that the U.S. government is taking to coop erate with our gover1unent to ensure th e survival of these big wildlife populations," he said. @ C □ CBP FOIA 003720 Page 138 of 5682 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000456 Pretraining lasts five week s and foc uses on dete c tion . Dogs walk tlirough buildin gs and warehouses, learn to recognize order s and are exposed to field conditi o ns such as no ise and di stractio ns. There 's in vehicles for canin es assigned to points o f entr y. handl ers to beco m e instructors who the n return to their co mponent to mai ntain the canine teams Other dog s are exposed to un derb rush and open land to work at Border Patrol checkpoint s. in the field, said Assistant Canin e Director Tim otl1y Spittler. extensive training in findin g contraban d hidden After pretraining, canine s move to tl1e field where training continue s and tl1ey bond witl1 their handler s. CBP's canine program is continuous and popular. Handl ers are selected by tl1eir component , then spend seven we eks either in Front Royal or El Paso learning tl1e trade. Classes can be large--up to 40-and extra seats are qui ckly snapped up by o ther Back in 1969 , using dogs to combat drug sm uggling was just a novel idea that led to the U.S. Customs Servi ce detector dog program, launched by militar y handler s at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. In 1974, the operation moved to Front Royal, Virginia , on 300 acres of a forme r cattle research facility When Congre ss approved funding in 1991 , tl1e faciliry grew to IOO kennels witl1 an academic building and canines were prepared not only to detect narcotics , but also currency, .firearm s and explo sive s. Alarmed at tl1e increase in illegal alien apprehensions and narcoti cs seizures, the U.S. Border Patrol launched a canine program in 1986 and later ope ned a training center in El Paso, Texas. Durin g tl1e first five month s of 1987, four canine teams accowued for nwnero us arrests of concealed people and over $ 150,000 ,000 in seized drug s. By 1993, the Border Patrol had 152 canin e teams and N i the training ce nter began in structo r and handler classes. ~ When the Dep arnnent of Homeland Security formed in 2003, the canine programs of the w com bin ed agen cie s were made int o one standard !z curri culum, dir ected by the new ly formed U.S. Customs and Border Protecti on. In 2009, tl1e El Paso 0- z:, ~ 10 law enforcers and agencies--,;heriffs or local and state poli ce. Recently, tl1e Penns ylvania Department of Corrections and the U.S. Bureau of Land Management participat ed.The cente rs also train Workin g witl1 dogs for almost 40 years, Spittler know s what it takes to nm a winni ng program and h ow CBP stacks up witl1 other canine trainin g facilities. "By far, none compare," he declared . "There 's nothing operating to our standard s. Our program and certification is the benchmark." ill and Front Royal training ce nters were merged into CBP's canine program, with headqu arters in El Paso. Today's CBP canine program continues to put dogs to the test. Canine college starts immediate ly after the animals arriv e at El Paso or Front Royal and not all of them pass. "We first check for their drive, sociabiliry, character traits and confidence-their general genetic makeup," to learn what dogs are fit for the field, said Instru ctor Jame s Hopper. Tests includ e retrieving, tolerating gunfire or being able to walk on a slick floo r. "If they can't, tl1ey may not be able to do a search. " Vendors supply training center dogs, delivering at times up to IO animals at once, but only canines that make the grade are pur cha sed. The otl1er so urce is in -house . CBP mate s rob ust dogs to breed puppie s, which undergo the same screening. "CBP primarily uses sport and working breeds like N ~ malin ois , shepherds and retrievers, but we are not breed specific and will take most dog s tliat pass the selection process," Hopper said . "Sometime s they all pass or just one passes." The successful canin es must finally pa ss a me dical check before pretrainin g begins, he said. 0- ~ w z ~ z ~ ... August, 1970- School days for Customshandlers and dogsin basicobediencetrainingat the Customs Detection Dog Center in SanAntonio, Texas. Photo courtesyof CBP History Programcollections CBP FOIA 003721 Page 139 of 5682 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000457 11 Frontline - Vol9 lss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pctf for PrintedItem: 5 ( Attachment3 of 6) CBP FO IA 003722 Page 140 of 5682 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000458 ~ ~ .. \1S =!1•·· 1 I:~ and marine dire cto r in Miami and eventually served as director of marine operations in ashington, D.C., before arri',ing at the center. supenisor ~ While the simulated chase and all its drama happened as described, marine interdiction agents crewed the suspect craft. The episode is one of many realistic r:11,1,1:111~11,11m11r:mmr:11~r:13m11iJ:111mrtH~1u~~ By Paul Kascak, photos by Glenn Fawcett Churned by a stiff evening breeze, the sea grew rough as the crew aboard a sleek interceptor searched in the dark for a reported smuggler. Then a hed on the blip -...vithcoordinates to the sm,pect fla:c. boat's radar. Wasting no time, the commander of Air and Marine Operations' 39-foot Midnight Expre ss hollered for the crew to hold on and pushed the throttles full forward. N w 0 ~ ~ " ~ w z ~ The boat's four 22S horse-power Mer cury engines roared. As the accelerating hull hit the swe lls, it boomed like a kettle drnm and sprayed water over tl1e deck witl1 a hi ss. Bouncing from the waves at more than SO knots, the vessel at times became airborne for an insta nt then slammed onto tl1e water ,,ith a hollow tlrnd, shaking the boat. As the interceptor sped to it s target, tl1e crew checked their equipment and prepared for tl1e unkno\-\-~l.That blip could be anything from a family sett ing sail to a ship overloaded witl1 illegal aliens to a similar high-speed witl1 well -armed runners determined to deliver their contraband. Using night~vi sion goggles, the 1m-igato r finally spotted the shrouded vessel and shouted heading s over the din, guiding the commander through the dark for the intercept. experiences those attending AMO's National Marine Training Center in St. Augustine, Florida, can expect and ,vhere U.S. Customs and Border Protection along vvith other federal, state, local and even foreign lavv enforcement organizations turn to keep their maritime skills sharp. International participants have included lavv enforcers from Paraguay, Malaysia, Ecuador, French West Indie s and Colombia. More than SOO marine interdiction and U.S. Border Patrol agents visit the center every year, taking courses covering basic and advanced maritime skills, recurrent certifications and specialized tactics m,ed to prote ct the nation' s coasts, lakes and river s. That job is accomplished in a remarkably nondescript building with two classrooms and adjoining dock that accommodates 30 vessels. "Don't be fooled by our small size,"Wade stresse d. Just six AMO and six U.S. Border Patrol instructor s teach SO classes per year. In 2016, they chalked The gap rapidly narrowed. Now, just feet away, the co mmander gave the signal. In stantly, tl1e inter ceptor' s powerful flood light s and blue strobes illuminated tl1e craft and the surrounding sea, stunning the un su specting subject s. The pur suer s stoo d ready to board. "Failure to heave-to [sto p] is a felony," said Martin "Marty" Wade, the National Marine Training Center's director since 2012. Wade's law enforcement career goes back to 199 S, starting as a U.S. cus tom s inspe ctor and later a marine enforcement officer in St. Thoma s, U.S. Virgin Islands. "TI1ere were only a handful of us back tl1en," he recalled.Wade advanced to a marine .i ·.-SupeMsorY _Air iirid ManneAgentMa.rk White .. from the SanDfegoManneurnt wasamong_ • those benefitingfromthe NationalManne - ''- ....'- __ TrainingCenter's smallclasses_ ~ 14 Immense task bii'I ., a ... DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000459 I Frontline- Vol9 lss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pctffor PrintedItem: 5 ( Attachment 3 of 6) • fvl C" Supervisory MarineInterd iction Agent andInstructorKenKilroy points out thetacticsto expectwhen theclasstakesto thewater up an amazin g 25,700 stud ent training hours. Naturally, the high demand means a heavy wor kload, but it also means small classes so agents receive m o re one-on-one training. Instruction is so valu able and comprehensive that m ember s of the U.S. Navy special warfare unit s, special warfare combat craft operato rs and the Navy's sea, air and land or SEALspecial operati ons fo rce train at the ce nter. Vessel co rrunander, marine in structo r, tactical boarding o ffice r, 1narine tactics in struct or, s1nall boat interdiction and use -o f-force are among the classes in m ost demand where participants confront multiple law enfo rcement challenges and pra ctice maneuvers not possible in the field. I Hilting movingtargets at the rightspotcan be trickyas Supervisory Marine InterdictionAgentChrisGallaspyfrom theCorpusChristiMarine Unit,Texas, Practicing tactics to safely boarda vessel is an important partof the Agentsskillfully operatewithina vessel'sconfined spaceand NationalMarineTraining Center's curriculum inspectfor hidden dangersas theysecurethevessel takescarefulaim. deploy to any of CBP's marine locations. Standardization allow s regi o ns to do more with limit ed resources, said Jeff Eccles, a supervi sory marine interdicti on agent from the Great Lakes Air and Marine Branch taking the vessel com mander recertification course. Eccle s said his regi o n regularl y augments locations in other parts of the country. "You need to rely on those you don't normally work with during the year," he added. Agents typi cally spend a half day in class studying the procedures they' ll later pra ctice on the water. Settings replicate real-world possibilitie s, just as the Midnight Express crew confront ed durin g their evening intercept. As real as can be Tactics to appreh end craft whether for a docum ent check, inspection or for any reason is an important part of the program. Agent s in trainin g cha se a craft crew ed by instructors playing the suspects who apply all the tricks evader s use to escape. The in structors deli ver. They zigzag. They dodge. They make sharp, abrupt turns, sometimes banking so forcefully the top side of their vessel nearly skims the water. But like a chess game, the pursuers anticipate and thwar t each breakaway. Proce dure s fo r succe ssf ul inte rce pts, fo r in stance , Another boat intercep ts. The commande r maneuvers the door and be excited to train. The last tiling I require teamwork and challenge vessel commander s to m entally picture the boat's path , calculate position by course and speed, monit or the radar and listen for heading s all at once , said Andres "Andy" Blanco, a superviso ry marine interdiction agent an d want to h ear is 'yo ur training is not relevant .'" in structo r. "Most sus pe c t vessels won't know yo u're from one side of the fleeing craft to the other, studying its occupan ts. That assessment determines the tactics agents will use wh en boarding a vessel. Throughout the exercise, agents communi cate and coordinat e and there's a prim ary boarding officer in charge , Blanco said. At the same tim e, the ce nte r strives to kee p co urses up-to-date to tackle evolving thre ats. "If we're not moving ahead, we're moving backwards," Wade said. "I want o ur marine agents to come throu g h there," he pointed out. N i 0- g w z ::; !z ~ 16 Acadentics and application is balanced and everyone is train ed to th e same high standard regardl ess if they patrol the Rio Grande, the Great Lakes or the South Florida coast. "This job is for people who can think qttickly and react," offered Antonio "Tony G" Gammillaro, a Improving marine unit s thr ough standard training is central to the center' s mission , which delivers a highl y skilled and mobile force that can qui ckly Then it begins again . Another crew becomes the bad guys and another vessel commander takes the intercep tor's helm. supervisory marine interdiction ag ent from the Miami Marine U ttit, taking the vessel commander recertification course. ""When you're o nly feet from someone at ttight, no light s, it 's one of the most challeng in g job s in all CBP." Rtumers can ultimatel y be stopp ed using sho tguns that shoo t proje ctiles designe d to disable engin es. Before resorting to disabling fire as it's called, agents will first use other met hods such as projecting auth ori ty and verbal command s. If those tactics are un successful, they will fire wartting sh ots toward th e vessel. To ensure safety, two intercep tors will parallel each side of a captured but overloaded vessel. Just as a bicycle rid er will fall without enough forward speed, an overloaded boat can capsize for the same reason. Sin ce disablin g fire trainin g isn 't author ized in the field, tl1e center offers plenty of op portunity Llve fire is done several miles at sea, in "blue w ater." Blue water defines the open ocean, where the shore is just a line on the horizon. "You never know who's out there- murdere rs trying to escape, weapons traffickers, th ose witl1 wa rrants," said Scott Leach, supervi sory marine interdi ction agent and th e center' s depu ty dire ctor. "That's w hy we invest so heavily in our vessel co mmander s.'' Wade recalled a boat traffickin g Haitian s from the Bal1amas to Florid a. That night, winds were bri sk and waves topped seve n feet as their vess el raced for th e beach, now just 5 0 yards away.When the smu gglers realized the breaking surf prevented them from reaclting the sho re, they ord ered the Haitians to swim the rest of the way. Many couldn't. The next mornin g, bodi es were found along West Palm Beach. "Smugglers have no regard for life,"Wade said. CBP FOIA 003724 Page 142 of 5682 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000460 N ~ g 0- w z ::; ... z ~ 17 Disabling fire Shooters practice disabling fire on plastic outboard engines and human torso dummies affixed to a bullet-riddled target craft at the end of a long line being towed by another vessel. They role play the pursuit vessel and the conditions are challenging. Their vessel bobs from side-to-side, spray fills the air and there’s a brisk wind. Agents hand out shotguns, ammunition and ear protection, yelling over the engines noise. Today, disabling fire won’t be easy. The target approaches. At the vessel commander’s signal, the shooter goes into action and directs a rapid, ear-ringing fusillade at the dummies. Then the exercise repeats—another commander and shooter will show their skills. Center staff instruct on six interceptor vessels. Four are long and sleek multi-engine boats with pointed and extended hulls ranging from 39 to 41 feet that can reach speeds of nearly 70 miles per hour. The newest interceptor—and the center’s largest—is 41 feet with four 350 horse-power engines. It weighs Rapid shotgun blasts ring out as Marine Interdiction Agent Eli Palma from the San Diego Marine Unit practices disabling fire at a simulated run-away vessel. Supervisory Air and Marine Agent and Instructor Andres “Andy” Blanco evaluates. 22,000 pounds—nearly 6,000 pounds more than the other three—and can travel 74 miles per hour. AMO’s other two interceptors are SAFE boats: 33foot and 38-foot vessels. The smaller craft at 13,300 pounds has three 300 horse-power engines and can travel 51 miles per hour. The other weighs 18,000 pounds has four 300 horse-power engines and tops out at 57 miles per hour. SAFE stands for Secure All-around Flotation Equipped, denoting the vessel’s wrap-around foam collar, providing added stability and buoyancy. Training also covers the riverine world—rivers and lakes, where the Border Patrol operates 207 vessels. In the bay just off the center’s dock, U.S. Border Patrol agents prepare to tow a disabled boat. It’s a delicate task. As their 21-foot riverine shallow draft vessel, or RSDV, gently glides alongside the stranded boat, the agents tell the occupants how to prepare for the tow. When the two vessels finally touch, agents unravel coiled lines and carefully tie the two craft together. In this case, the RSDV performs a side tow. Supervisory Border Patrol Agent and Instructor Mike Arietta evaluates the maneuver. “Make sure they understand what you want,” he tells them. “It’s one of the most dangerous times when two boats are next to each other. You can lose fingers.” Agents practice two types of towing, Arietta said— side tows for short distances in calm water and stern towing for long distances in rough water. RSDVs are perfect for shallow water, said Border Patrol Agent Alberto Casasus from the Del Rio Sector, taking the initial vessel commander course. Casasus patrols Lake Amistad, a lake that extends into Mexico. By funneling water through its 260 horse-power water-jet engine, an RSDV can hydroplane, he said. “You can stop in 11 inches of water,” Casasus noted, or operate in “just four inches if you keep moving.” RSDVs can travel nearly 35 miles per hour. SAFE and RSDV craft, 12-foot inflatable powered boats, air boats and 16-foot, low-draft connectors that resemble small recreational craft, are used at the center for riverine and special operations training. Agents can earn certifications in any of these vessels, said L. Keith Weeks, a supervisory border patrol agent and instructor. Calling the shots While speed, tactics and firepower give AMO agents the edge, the real advantage is the training and experience that allow AMO vessel commanders to authorize disabling fire without supervisory concurrence. This authority gives AMO the capability to disable non-compliant vessels, stop dangerous pursuits quickly and prevent these vessels from reaching our shores. CBP is the only federal agency that delegates this authority to its operators regardless of rank, Wade confirmed. “There’s a tremendous amount of trust and responsibility U.S. Border Patrol agents safeguard the nation’s riverine border environment—rivers and lakes. Training includes operating low-draft and inflatable craft used for patrolling shallow water or special operations. Page 143 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003725 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000461 19 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 Frontline - Vol9 Iss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 3 of 6) 18 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 Frontline- Vol9 lss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdffor PrintedItem: 5 ( Attachment3 of 6) To enhance operatio ns, AMO is planning to add at least 5 2 n ex t generatio n interceptors to its arsenal of vessels. Through a contract with SAFE Boats Intern ational , the new inter ceptors will fealllre an advanced hull de sign, safety equi pm ent and electro nics providin g agents with a high level o f prote ction, m obili ty reli ability The vessels are d esigned to m ee t emerging Department of Homeland Securit y mi ssion requirements and will be deployed to m ar ine unit s nationwide, includin g Puert o Rico , the U.S. Virgin Island s, so uthea st Flo rida and San Diego. TI1ey w ill defend tl1e nati on' s coast al w aterways combating smuggl ers and terrorists. "We are exci ted to shar e tlli s new vesse l witl1 our stakeho lders, including tl10se on Capitol Hill , within our department and the American public who m we serve and prot ec t," said Ran dolph D. Alles, AMO's former executive assistant co mmi ssion er. ~ given to our agent s when making critical use- o fforce deci sions," he said. "That's hug e." Since 2003, AMO ha s engaged in I 2 6 events inv olving marine warning and disabling fire. However, the center prepare s co mmander s to use good judgement since they're acco untable to act within policy. For example, deci ding when and where to pur sue a vessel. Offshore pur suit s give agents more contr ol and little chance for vio lators to escape. N i Thanks to a busin ess mind set, the cent er ge ts the mo st from it s $1.08 milli on dollar budg et, where 0- efficiency and quality training go hand-in-hand. ~ w z :::; 1- z ~ 20 The ce nter ha s its ow n fueling station. Buying in bulk cuts cos ts and time sin ce vessels no longer travel to offs ite marinas to fill up at retail pri ces . M arine surface radar To elimin ate airfare, attendees from Florida and Louis iana must drive to the center. Rent al cars are shared and the center negotiated with thr ee area hote ls to provid e roo m s at $3 3 below the goverrnnent rate. Those mea sures alone save m ore than $60,000 per year, Wade sai d , while the cente r pump s m o re than $600,000 int o tl1e local economy. Range: 350 nautical miles Endurance: 1 0 hours [ ~ _ More saving s are caprnred through th e center's maintenan ce facility which keep s vessels in top sh ape at well below the go ing rate. Training vessels demand mo re attentio n becau se the co nstant maneuvering places greater stress and wear o n the craft co mpared to regular operati ons . Maximum gross weight: I 20,000 lbs r fi'l - r. N ~ 0- "We never had to keep a class over because of maintenan ce issues,"Wa de said. "Our dedicat ed te chnician s work day and night to supp ort tl1e mis sion." ~ [M~i 58 knots (66 mph ) ~ Length : 41 feet w Imagecourtesyof SAFEBoats International CBP FO IA 003726 Page 144 o f 5682 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000462 z ~ z ~ ... 21 Frontline - Vol9 lss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdf for PrintedItem: 5 ( Attachment3 of 6) out the wrong gauge of wire in the mix. The seco nd photo was almost unr ecog nizable after the facility's electri cians refitted the refit-o rderly, clear tracks of proper ly secured w ire taking up less tl1an half tl1e pan el . Under Wagn er's leader ship , Global's 165 tech nicians not only perform maintenance at St. Augustin e but also at 28 otl1er sites througho ut the co, mtry, incl uding Puerto Rico and St. Thoma s, U.S.Virgin Island s. The com pan y keeps up more than 3 00 craft along with vessels from the Federal Law Enforcement Traini ng Centers , Nation al Oceani c Atmosp heric Admini stration , th e U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Marine Corps, saving those agencies and the taxpayer considerable mon ey. Global offers CBP MAINTAINING THEFLEET Bold, can-do attitude gets things done By Paul Koscak , photos by Glenn Fawcett access to the co untry's largest parts invento ry, on -site war ranty wo rk and up to SO percent off retail part Maintenance is key to the National Marine Training Center's su ccess, National Marine Training Center Director Martin "Marty" Wade note s. "You need world -class supp ort when you have a world-class program. World-cl ass suppor t takes place nearb y at AMO's hug e National Marin e Center, a maintenan ce facility that resemb les an indu strial park. Building s for every specialty line both sides of the facility's quarter mile central roadway - a ri gging shop, engin e shop, fibergl ass and vinyl shop, machine shop, paint shop , electronics sho p , warehouse and parts department and administrative offices. Alto gether , there 's m ore than 178,000 square feet of workspace staffed by 68 Global Mari tek System s technicians and four CBP managers. "There' s really not much that we can' t do here," proclaimed Doug Wagner, the cent er's director, who began his career as an aircraft mecl1anic at just I 7 w hen he en tered the Air Force. N w ~ 0- g w z ::; !z .. ~ Walk int o the cavernous rigging and electronics shop-t he size of an airplan e han gar-where a dozen interce ptors on trailers are squeezed side by side, each und ergoing some phase of refurbis lnnent. The whines, grin ds and rattles of power tools reverberate throughout tl1e building as fiberglass cracks are sealed, electronic systems replaced, propulsi on system s upgraded and engines are replaced or overhauled. A few vessels are Coast Guard retirement s de stined to join tl1e CBP fleet. Even vessels from the West Coast are serviced at the facility, Wagner said . Completed craft are man y tim es stored in the maintenan ce facility's dep ot for a quick swap with any marin e loca tion . Four semi -tr ailers are on hand ready to deliver. By co ntrast , technic ians in the electronics shop quietly sit by long workbenc hes testing, calibratin g and fixing all mann er of maritime naviga tion and co1nmunication gear. The machine sho p also boasts vintage fabricating equipme nt- lathes, drill presses, milling ma chine s-devices few marine 1naintenance shop s have. The shop can manu.facrure difiicul t-to- prices. Another bargain is the cus toms automated maintenan ce invent ory trackin g system or CAMITS. The nation -w ide system streamline s proced ures, tracks pur chases, record s repairs, sch edules requir ed tasks and pro jects furure maintenance, "an d it's not expen sive ," added James Warfield, supervi sory mar ine int erdiction agent and maint enan ce deputy director. Can do Still, tl1e facilit y's most power[ ul too l isn't fow1d on some shelf It's an attitud e. "We ask, and the y say yes," is how Wagner describes the technicians . "They w ill find a way to make it happ en ." A cruci al creatio n that keeps vessels from an early trip to the junkyard is an examp le of their ingenuity . Ove r tim e, an engine 's vibration evenniall y w eakens and break s tlte transom, part of a vessel's stern where the engine is bo lted. Like any inventi on, the breakthrou gh took nwnero us trial-and-error and commitmen t that paid off in a refabri cated tran som m ade witlt cer tain composite m aterials that deade n vibrati on and strengthen s the stern. "We invent tiling s," Wagner said, w ho estimat es the beefed-up transom saved the government $3 million and adds about five years to a vessel's life. That entrepr eneurial mind set is noticed . In 201 1, the facility r eceived the Indu stry Leader Safety Award; in 20 I 2, tl1e commi ssioner' s Mission Integration Award and in 20 13, the Small Busin ess Achieveme nt Award for inn ovation an d cost saving s. Wagner credits the facility's success to ilie staff's sense of purp ose. "They em brace our mission," he explained. Tech nicians take pri de in their accompli slnnent s, embrace inn ovatio ns and are "eager to learn and wo rk for the countr y and have a ltigh work etllic. Many are forme r military." Appli cants seekin g jobs at the maintenan ce facility learn from the first interview there's a higher calling expected as imp ortant as exceptional skills. "Everybody brought on board is told they 're not coming here just to maintain assets," Warfield adde d. "They're n ot just contra ctors. They're par t of Homeland Security and the mission to pro tect the Uni ted States." iJ replace parts or craft entirely new coinponents. In the fiberglass shop, Border Patrol SAFE boat s are refitted wit h new collars, the component that gives the boat its nam e. "O ur quality is superior, " offered supervi sor Lee Author. "Where a local marin e shop would take tliree week s, here we can do it in a week and at just a third of the cost ." Savingthesheen, these technie1ans are applying paint ~ N ~ g 0- As an example , Wagner prod uced a photograph of an electrical panel refitted by a marina. It showed a chaotic tangle of wire s, some bunched with plastic zip ties. "This was a shock," he said , also poin ting w z i:! z ~ .. 22 23 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000463 JOIN AMERICA'S FRONTLINE APPLY TODAY cbp.gov/careers * * * * * * JOBSECURITY PAIDTRAIN ING HEALTHBENEFITS RETIREMENT BENEFITS ACCELERATED PROMOTION WITHINFIRSTFIVEYEARS STUDENT LOANREPAYMENT ORRECRUITMENT INCENTIVE U.S. Customs and Olt: Border Protection E1II ..i DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000464 Image by Ozzy Trevino At the age of 9, Shelly Lubin wanted to be a police officer. By the time she was 13, she thought about joining the military, how it could help pay for school. But at no time did she ever consider becoming a Border Patrol agent. “I had never heard about the Border Patrol,” said Lubin. “I had no idea what it was.” Lubin, who ultimately served eight years in the Navy and graduated with a criminology degree from Florida State University in Tallahassee, decided to apply at the FBI. It was one of the law enforcement agencies Lubin’s college had listed to help students with their job search. Lubin applied, passed the first phase of testing, and then the FBI had a hiring freeze. SEARCHING FOR THE BEST CBP ramps up its hiring efforts By Marcy Mason A few months later, 9/11 shook the nation. “I wanted to do something for my country,” said Lubin, who thought about rejoining the Navy. But then, Lubin saw something in the newspaper. “There was a huge advertisement for the Border Patrol. I didn’t ever remember hearing about the Border Patrol,” she said. Lubin did some research and found what she learned appealing. “I decided while I’m waiting to finish the FBI’s hiring process, I’ll apply for the Border Patrol,” she said. Lubin applied and was hired. Soon after, she realized she wanted to stay. “I loved it,” she said. “I’ve always liked being outdoors. I love getting in my truck, going out to my area and patrolling. I couldn’t believe they were paying me to do this job.” As a young Border Patrol agent in 2005, Shelly Lubin tracks foot prints of undocumented aliens in the Otay Mountain Wilderness in San Diego County. CBP photo That was 14 years ago. For the first 10 years of her career at U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Lubin was stationed in San Diego, patrolling the border. Today, she is an assistant chief at the U.S. Border Patrol headquarters in Washington, D.C. “I wanted to show the federal agents out in the field that if you work hard enough, you can advance in your career,” said Lubin, who is one of the thousands of agents and officers at CBP who are protecting America. At a time when federal hiring has slowed at many agencies, CBP is moving at full throttle to recruit new agents and officers to fill its ranks. Within the next few years, CBP will need to meet critical hiring needs for all its uniformed personnel. In January, President Trump issued an executive order calling for the hiring of an additional 5,000 Border Patrol agents. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kelly also issued a directive to add 500 Air and Marine agents. Both are in addition to filling a deficit of more than 1,300 CBP officers and 1,700 Border Patrol agents. Filling the ranks “It’s a huge undertaking with many challenges, but we’re making headway,” said Michael Tucker, commander of CBP’s National Frontline Recruitment Command, a division of CBP’s Office of Human Resources Management, which is responsible for the agency’s recruitment strategy and hiring efforts. Aside from these numbers, Tucker said he also needs to take the agency’s attrition into account. “People retire and take other jobs based on many factors,” he said. “The attrition numbers average around five percent for us right now, which Shelly Lubin discovered she loved working for the U.S. Border Patrol because she could work outdoors. Shown here, in 2005, as a young agent, Lubin patrols the Otay Mountain Wilderness in San Diego County. CBP photo Page 147 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003729 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000465 27 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 Frontline - Vol9 Iss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 3 of 6) 26 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 1 ·~ I is quite high. We need to hire almost 3,000 agents and officers annually for the next five years to attain our goals.” Tucker, who is a Border Patrol agent himself, said that CBP is using two basic recruitment methods. Online advertising and recruiting in person at job fairs, college campuses, and military bases where CBP recruiters work with transitioning veterans’ programs. Last year, CBP conducted 4,407 recruiting events nationwide. “We’re trying to do a better job of attracting more people to recruiting events so that prospective candidates can meet officers and agents and ask questions,” said Tucker. CBP’s efforts have not gone unnoticed. In 2016, employment websites, Monster and Military.com, ranked CBP as the No. 2 best employer for hiring and retaining veterans. Furthermore, the National Frontline Recruitment Command has a special unit that focuses on hiring military veterans. “Military personnel have a special vernacular,” said Tucker. “We wanted to train our forces to speak that language so we can attract the best candidates. Close to 30 percent of our workforce are veterans and we’re proud of that number.” five other military bases,” explained Tucker. “This expedites the hiring process because we’re right there. Applicants can see a CBP representative onsite who can answer questions, help them apply online, and talk to them about the benefits of CBP.” Commander Michael Tucker briefs the National Frontline Recruitment Command team at a weekly meeting in Washington, D.C. Counterclockwise from left: Richard Fortunato, Lillian Wang, Shirley Chen Barry, Kevin Wright, Rita Lott, Casey Adams, Michael Tucker, Sean Driscoll, and Charity Sperringer. Photo by Ozzy Trevino , CBP also has taken steps to recruit on military bases. “We physically travel to military installations. We have one base, Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas, where we are co-located with military hiring personnel, and we’re working toward similar arrangements with CBP also does a fair amount of recruiting on college campuses. “We have focused a lot on colleges and it hasn’t attracted as many successful candidates as we had hoped. We think part of it is timing,” said Tucker. “Our events were held first semester as opposed to second semester. We’ve realized that we need to reach students just prior to graduation.” Tucker also explained that his team plans to establish more relationships with community colleges. “We want to reach students who have not yet decided which career path to take,” he said. From a geographical perspective, Tucker said that the majority of applicants and successful hires come from areas along the U.S. coastline and Southwest border. “We have not seen a great deal of applicants from the Northern border or the heartland of the U.S.,” said Tucker, adding that CBP is now focusing its efforts on the Midwest, where there is an untapped pool of quality applicants. Inspiring success story Case in point is José Venegas, a supervisory CBP officer in Chicago who serves as the agency’s liaison to federal, state, and local law enforcement partners. Venegas first learned about the U.S. Customs Service, one of CBP’s legacy agencies, and its career opportunities when he was 17 years old and joined the Explorer Program, a law enforcement sponsored program for local area youth. As a first generation American who was born in Guadalajara, Mexico, Venegas grew up in an immigrant neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side, where the schools were bilingual and his classes were taught in Spanish. Not until he was exposed to the Explorer Program did he realize that he needed to learn how to communicate in English to get ahead. “I understood that if I wanted to go into federal law enforcement, especially into customs, communication needed to be a strength. Otherwise, Supervisory CBP Officer José Venegas, center, inspires teenagers in the inner city of Chicago who are members of the CBP Explorer program, which educates youth about trending law enforcement issues. Photo by Natalie Uchmanowicz Page 148 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003730 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000466 29 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 - -- Frontline - Vol9 Iss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 3 of 6) 28 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 I was going to be in big trouble. So I ended up overcoming my language barrier. I had to,” he said. At first, Venegas studied on his own. “I bought all of these books and taught myself how to read and write in English,” he said. Then Venegas decided to go to school. “My parents didn’t have the money to send me to college, so I worked summers at a car wash or I did landscaping,” said Venegas, who initially enrolled at a community college in the city. After a couple of years, he transferred to DePaul University in Chicago. “I took a lot of tutoring and used every resource available,” he said. In the end, Venegas earned straight A’s in all of his English classes and graduated from DePaul University with high honors. His degree is in elementary education, but Venegas decided not to teach at a grammar school. Instead, he joined the U.S. Customs Service. “I thought I would enjoy teaching people, talking to kids, but I wanted to do it in the law enforcement field. I just found it so intriguing working with the community, explaining what we do,” said Venegas. Today, 23 years later, Venegas has risen through the ranks at CBP while continuing to be part of the Explorer Program, only now he’s mentoring inner city kids as a CBP advisor, inspiring them to achieve their goals. Rigorous hiring process The hiring process for CBP officers and agents is rigorous. After submitting an application, candidates for CBP officers and Border Patrol agents take an entrance exam. “There isn’t an entrance exam for Air and Marine pilots and boat captains because they’ve already received certification,” said Tucker. “But they are required to do an aerial test flight or a test drive on a boat.” Qualified applicants are then asked to take a medical exam and a basic physical fitness test. For these phases, CBP offers reciprocity to veterans who have recently completed a military medical or fitness test. At this point, applicants fill out documents to initiate a background investigation. CBP officer and Border Patrol agent candidates then undergo a scenario-based interview conducted by a certified panel of officers and agents of various ranks. Air and Marine applicants go through different interview procedures at CBP’s aviation and marine academies. If candidates successfully pass the interview, they are asked to take a polygraph. “If they pass the polygraph, candidates will undergo a background investigation,” said Tucker. “After they pass the background investigation, applicants may be required to pass a random drug test before a final offer is extended. If they accept, the new hires will enter on duty and begin their careers with CBP.” One of the major challenges CBP faces is the length of time it takes to complete its hiring process. In 2015, it took an average of 469 days to bring potential candidates on board. The process in place today has shown the capacity to hire candidates in 160 days. CBP sped up the process by establishing “hiring hubs,” where many steps of the hiring process take place at one location during the course of a weekend. “We set up hiring hubs at military bases three times a year to process applicants’ entrance Casey Adams, right, assistant chief, U.S. Border Patrol, gives guidance on patrolling the U.S.-Mexico border to new Border Patrol agents in Laredo, Texas. Photo by Nicolas De Los Santos exams, conduct structured interviews, perform polygraph tests, provide adjudication, and grant provisional clearance,” said Tucker. “Our goal is to hire 100 percent of our applicants through a hiring hub,” he said. “If we can do that, we can cut down the time it takes to process and hire applicants substantially, which is a great benefit to us. The talent pool isn’t just applying for a job with CBP. If we aren’t quick enough and reactive to their needs, then they’re going to find employment somewhere else.” Recent legislation also has helped CBP expedite its hiring process. In December 2016, the National Defense Authorization Act was passed, waiving polygraph tests for veterans who already have an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information, or TS/SCI, security clearance when they are separating from their branch of service. Similarly, the Border Jobs for Veterans Act of 2015 gives reciprocity to certain veterans for physical fitness tests. “We are trying to make it easier for candidates to apply while maintaining our high standards,” said Tucker. Best recruiters According to Tucker, CBP’s best recruiters are the uniformed agents and officers. “They know the mission better than anyone else. They do it every day,” he said. “I was inspired to become a Border Patrol agent because I saw that agents care about what happens to people. They risk their lives to save people, not just apprehend them,” said Casey Adams, a 22-year veteran of the U.S. Border Patrol who leads one of the National Frontline Recruitment Command teams. “They go through life every day with one mission—to make the world better for everyone else, not necessarily themselves. That’s what I wanted to do. It was my calling.” CBP Officer Rita Lott’s first encounter with customs was when she returned to the U.S. after taking a cruise. The ship had stopped at the ports along the Mexican coastline. Instead, she was sent to secondary for further inspection. Page 149 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003731 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000467 31 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 Frontline - Vol9 Iss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 3 of 6) 30 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 “It was my first trip overseas and when I came back, I was pulled out of line and sent to secondary. The CBP officers wanted to check my bags,” said Lott. “I was wondering what I did wrong. Was I in trouble? Am I going to jail? I guess it was just a random check, but I was terrified,” she said. That’s when Lott discovered the CBP officer who was searching her bags was kind. “She was really nice,” Lott said. “I started asking her questions about her job and she told me how much she liked it.” After Lott returned home, she spoke to her brother about what happened and did a little research. “I didn’t know anything about traveling overseas, so it piqued my interest,” she said. Lott’s brother noticed that there was a job posting online for CBP officers and told his sister to apply. But Lott, who has a degree in microbiology and was a consumer safety officer for the Department of Commerce at the time, decided to wait. Time passed and Lott’s brother asked her if she had ever applied for the job at CBP. That got her thinking and eventually she did and was hired. “Once I started working at CBP, I looked at all of the job opportunities that were available. There are so many things to do,” said Lott, who now has been with CBP for 14 years and is a recruitment program manager. “Most people don’t realize all the different duties that CBP officers have. When people travel overseas and return to the U.S., they know we ask them questions, but they don’t realize that we check all the goods and services that come in from clothing to food to cars. Everything that crosses the border including the mail goes through CBP. The average person doesn’t really understand the depth of our jobs, how many different things we actually are involved in.” Dreams taking flight CBP is also a place where people fulfill their dreams. Such was the case for Todd Gayle, who knew he wanted to be a pilot since he was a sophomore in high school. “I wanted to fly, but I came from very humble means. I didn’t have any money for college,” said Gayle, who grew up in Wisconsin. “At the time, there was only one school in the entire state that offered a degree in aviation and it wasn’t cheap. So I was kind of in a pickle.” Supervisory Air Interdiction Agent Todd Gayle, left, conducts a preflight briefing with Aviation Enforcement Agent Fabian Cardiel at CBP’s El Paso Air Branch in El Paso, Texas. Photo by Ruben Reyes to let him ride along so that Gayle could see what the Border Patrol did. That’s when Gayle discovered that the Border Patrol had an aviation unit with a pilot training program. “When I heard that, I specifically set my goal to get into the program,” said Gayle. After he finished his tour with the Army, Gayle went back to Wisconsin to go to flight school. He graduated and, in 1996, was hired by the Border Patrol. “I spent 6-1/2 years as an agent on the ground before I was able to pick up a pilot slot,” said Gayle. “There were a lot of people including family members that kept questioning if I was ever going to be a pilot. It would have been easy to be dissuaded from continuing that pursuit, but once I received my first pilot job, where I was getting paid to fly, I was like a kid on Christmas morning. When I first got my flight suit and gloves, I literally wore them around the house the whole day,” he said. Things have changed for current applicants. “There is a shortage of pilots now throughout the aviation industry,” said Gayle, who is now a supervisory air interdiction agent in CBP’s Air and Marine Operations. “Today, we do what we call ‘street hires.’ As long as a pilot can meet the hourly flight requirements, he or she can potentially come on board.” At CBP, Todd Gayle was able to fulfill his dream of becoming a pilot and flying multiple aircraft. Photo by Ruben Reyes Since 9/11, CBP’s primary mission is counterterrorism, along with facilitating safe, legitimate trade and travel across the U.S. borders. “Air and Marine Operations provides the maritime and aviation aspects of looking for human smugglers, drug smugglers, and people who are smuggling anything else that’s illegal,” said Gayle. Furthermore, CBP’s Air and Marine Operations work with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies that request support. “If the president comes to town, we’re going to be flying overhead to do countersurveillance,” said Gayle. “We also provide security for events such as the Super Bowl or when the Olympics are in the U.S. So it’s a very diverse mission set, which is one of the appeals of the job. Every day is different.” As a pilot, Gayle has achieved his highest ambitions too. “Through CBP, I’ve been able to realize my dreams of flying multiple aircraft,” he said. “A lot of people in the military will fly one airframe or at the commercial airlines, maybe they’ll fly two airframes, but I get to fly them all—little planes, big planes, jets, little helicopters, big helicopters—and I can have my pick of aircraft, depending on where I’m stationed.” Page 150 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003732 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000468 33 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 Some of Gayle’s college-bound friends suggested he enlist in the Army. They knew that the military offered money for college under the G.I. Bill. Gayle didn’t want to make a career out of it though. He had set his sights on going to flight school and becoming a pilot. The Army recruiter told him that if he wanted to shorten his enlistment, he could take a combat position. So Gayle did. “I drove tanks in the Army during the Iraq War,” he said. When Gayle was stateside, he was stationed in El Paso, Texas. There, he was introduced to a Border Patrol agent who offered CBP Supervisory Air Interdiction Agent Todd Gayle locates smuggled marijuana hidden in the New Mexico desert. Photo by Ruben Reyes iii Frontline - Vol9 Iss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 3 of 6) 32 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 HEAVY HIT Automaker learns import fraud comes at a steep price By Paul Koscak Volkswagen recently made history thanks in large part to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. It’s the sort of history the company likely never expected—earning the largest customs penalty ever, which cost the automaker $4.3 billion in fines for fraudulently importing vehicles rigged to thwart U.S. emissions standards. Volkswagen added a software package to thousands of its vehicles that modified the engine’s exhaust when it detected the vehicle was undergoing an emission test. The scheme and the cover-up made international news in 2016. Meanwhile, six top Volkswagen executives await a court ruling on criminal charges for continuing the ploy that allowed the import of at least 590,000 vehicles over almost a decade. Levied by CBP, the record penalty was part of a settlement with the agency, the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Justice after Volkswagen pleaded guilty to criminal customs fraud. CBP not only enforces customs laws and regulations, it enforces health, safety and border security violations for other government agencies. citizens and have good internal controls. This was quite a breach of that trust.” Volkswagen’s blatant disregard for that principle was the driving force in CBP’s strong stance for the huge penalty. That bond was broken when “Volkswagen entities lied by submitting false information and omitting important information on importation,” said Lesleyanne Koch Kessler, deputy associate chief counsel, enforcement and operations, for CBP’s Office of Chief Counsel. “This was a border security issue. We need to know what’s coming into our ports.” CBP first learned about the deception in September 2015, when the EPA cited the automaker for violating the Clean Air Act by not disclosing that numerous models—including Audi and Porsche—were equipped with “auxiliary emission control devices,” software designed to defeat emissions tests. That would have required the company to report its own cover-up, an unlikely event. On the road, the devices allowed engines labeled as EPA compliant, including the advanced technology vehicles the automaker touted as “green,” to pollute way over the authorized limit. “Volkswagen claimed they had valid EPA certification on importation,” Kessler said. CBP immediately took custody of more than 16,000 fraudulently imported models, impounding them at ports of entry and other sanctioned areas throughout the country and launched an investigation to determine the scope of the violation. It was an immense effort. Led by CBP’s Automotive and Aerospace Center of Excellence, experts from the Offices of Field Operations, Trade, and Chief Counsel formed a trade enforcement team that invested more than a year searching for evidence. Summonses were issued to Volkswagen importers to turn over customs entry documents. “We wanted to know what they knew,” Kessler said. The team spent countless hours reviewing thousands of records to determine how many vehicles were involved, the models and their combined value, factors that also contributed to the record fine. Collaboration was central to the team’s success, explained Lisa Wallace who directs the Automotive and Aerospace Center of Excellence and Expertise. All offices and divisions connected to the investigation pooled their resources, worked as a unit and communicated frequently through conference calls. “We were efficient,” she said. “This helped us to stay on track. We shared updates and talked together about steps to take next.” The team approach was so effective it’s now among the center’s best practices and is being used on new cases under review, Wallace added. Kessler called the group “an excellent example of interoffice coordination for enforcement.” Within the $4.3 billion settlement, Volkswagen paid $1.45 billion in civil penalties for customs and Clean Air Act violations and $2.8 billion in criminal penalties. Malmo said CBP stood prepared to litigate if the automaker refused to settle. Volkswagen’s membership in CBP trusted trader programs, which streamline the importing process, was revoked. The Office of Trade offers these benefits to importers who can show their supply chains are secure. Volkswagen would need to reapply for those privileges. “The Volkswagen settlement sends a powerful message to importers around the world,” said Scott Falk, CBP’s chief counsel. “If you violate our customs laws and breach our trust, you’d better be prepared to pay a heavy price.” Page 151 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003733 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000469 35 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 The cover-up became the crux of the crime and why CBP played a major role in the outcome. Trust is central in the way CBP regulates trade and expects importers to operate with integrity because of the massive volume of goods imported into the country every day. “We can’t look at everything,” said Jerry Malmo, the Office of Trade’s director of the Civil Enforcement Division. “We trust companies are good corporate iii Frontline - Vol9 Iss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 3 of 6) 34 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 NEW BORDER PATROL CHIEF TAKES CHARGE By Jayna Desai Ronald D. Vitiello never rode a horse until he joined the U.S. Border Patrol. Growing up in a suburb of Chicago, and also in San Diego, he knew more about hot rods and baseball than saddles and spurs; more about walking beautiful beaches than the streets of Laredo. The only peripheral connection? His childhood game of “Cowboys and Indians.” It’s been more than 30 years since newly sworn-in Vitiello first put on a green uniform and entered on duty as a U.S. Border Patrol agent in 1985, as a member of Class 174. He now leads one of the most important law enforcement organizations in the world. The Border Patrol, under its parent agency of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, secures the nation’s borders across 6,000 miles of Mexican and Canadian international land borders and 2,000 of coastal waters surrounding the Florida Peninsula and the island of Puerto Rico. Vitiello speaks at CBP Headquarters after taking the Oath of Office as the 17th Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol. Photo by Donna Burton “This type of work always interested me,” said Vitiello. “My dad’s older brother was in World War II as part of the Army’s celebrated 10th Mountain Division. He was a Chicago police officer when I was a kid. I was fascinated by all of the gear, the stories and the symbolism. His life’s work definitely made an impact on my decision and fueled my passion.” Vitiello was born on July 30, 1963, in Addison, Illinois, to Robert and Regina Vitiello. He is a middle child with one older brother and one younger sister. Vitiello is the son of a first generation father whose parents came from Italy. His mother and her family moved to the U.S. from Lithuania. In 1977, he and his family moved from Addison to San Diego following his freshman year of high school because his father worked with United Airlines, which was expanding to Southern California. After high school, Vitiello enrolled at Grossmont Community College in San Diego and studied law enforcement. He met a former assistant chief from the San Jose, California, Police Department who worked at the college and encouraged him to apply for a role with the Border Patrol. He helped the 21-year-old navigate through the recruiting process leading to the position that changed his life. It was in the Laredo Sector of Texas that Vitiello began his Border Patrol career. Since then, he and his family weaved their way across the country, through Texas, Arizona and Vermont; and, through the cities of Laredo, Dallas, Nogales, Swanton, McAllen, Mexico City and Washington, D.C. support system in his life. They have been married for 29 years and have two children. Their daughter, Alexis, 24, graduated from James Madison University with an English major and creative writing minor. She is currently an au pair in Paris, France. Their son, Ron Jr., 20, is currently attending the International Culinary Center in New York. Despite the complexities of the role, and knowing that she might have to follow her husband to other parts of the country as part of his duties, Nuri knew she wanted to marry Vitiello. She said she was comfortable making the required sacrifices, knowing the importance that he placed upon serving his country. “We met through a mutual friend when I was attending Laredo Junior College and he was a Border Patrol agent,” Nuri said. “Even though I grew up in the border town of McAllen, Texas, I had no idea what the Border Patrol did or was until I met Ron.” “I saw the work that the Border Patrol did in the media while living in San Diego, but when I got to Laredo, it was a completely different culture,” Vitiello said. “It’s a change in lifestyle rather than just some job that you have. And it was important for me to learn the Spanish language as well. Because everybody in town knows who you are and what you do, being able to speak Spanish influences every interaction in Laredo that you have.” Page 152 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003734 Ron is my best friend,” Nuri, 52, said. “We love spending time together and enjoy just sitting out on our deck, having a drink, and talking. I am in awe of the father and husband he is. To this day, my kids nor my husband can remember a birthday, holiday, or special event he was not able to attend. I never complained to my kids about their dad’s work. I made it very clear we were lucky to have a father that worked hard so we could enjoy a comfortable life.” Vitiello receives the Oath of Office by DHS Secretary John Kelly, becoming the 17th Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol. Photo by Donna Burton Before starting his career, Vitiello told his friends and loved ones he had no plans to leave San Diego. That the only way he would take a job with the Border Patrol is if he were stationed close to home. Much to his mother’s astonishment, his feelings quickly changed once the official acceptance letter came. The move proved to be momentous, both professionally and personally. Vitiello met his wife, Nuri, in Laredo in 1986. He considers her to be an incredible Vitiello’s first trip home after completing his training at the Border Patrol Academy (1985). Photo courtesy of Vitiello family DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000470 37 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 Frontline - Vol9 Iss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 3 of 6) 36 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 After Ron Jr. turned 2 years old, they made a joint commitment to maintain a steady family life and discussed the possibility of Nuri becoming a stay-athome mother and wife. “Ron and I talked about how important it was for our kids to have some stability and as a stayat-home mom, this would be the one thing that was consistent in their lives,” Nuri said. “Since my parents were business owners, this was not a life I was used to, but I understood why my husband wanted this for our family. And so did I.” From the first day she met him, Nuri could see how much Vitiello invested in the Border Patrol and because he always gave the organization his best, he did not mind moving from state to state and working long hours. She believes this is the right time for him to become chief and the right thing for the entire Border Patrol family. again after his death, but Ron helped her overcome her fear. He was so patient with Arianna and was right there by her side, constantly reassuring her. I have complete faith in him as chief because he is genuine and inspirational. He knows the way of a Border Patrol agent so he can show the way to 21,000-plus agents.” CBP Acting Commissioner Kevin K. McAleenan shares the same sentiment. He has known Vitiello for 14 years and describes him as “a tremendous law enforcement leader” who brings a wealth of experience to the position. with the information, tools, and support they need to succeed at their jobs. I want to empower our employees through the voice I have at headquarters.” Border Patrol Chief of Law Enforcement Operations Directorate Scott Luck, who has worked in the organization for almost 31 years, believes Vitiello is an ideal choice to move Border Patrol’s agenda forward. He and Vitiello first met in the early 1990s when they were detailed as instructors for driver training at the Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico. Vitiello realizes there are challenges ahead. But, with the support of his family and friends, he is ready for them. He lists capacity building and working with foreign partners as some of Border Patrol’s greatest achievements. “Chief Vitiello is the best selection in the country for this position,” Luck said. “His breadth of knowledge with particular subject matters is extensive, having been a Border Patrol agent trainee and going through the ranks and serving his time with each one of those positions. He brings a lot of credibility to his leadership style. And he’s just genuinely a good person. I believe in him. I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t.” Vitiello said one of his top priorities as chief is to address the concerns that Border Patrol employees expressed through the recent Human Capital Study. “He has done it all,” McAleenan said. “From starting as a frontline agent in Laredo and progressing through the ranks, representing CBP at the Department of Homeland Security, serving as a chief patrol agent in Rio Grande Valley, and serving as deputy and acting chief of the Border Patrol at headquarters. No one could be more prepared for this critical role at this key moment. Under Ron’s stewardship, we will have significant opportunities to continue to enhance our mission effectiveness and support our agents in the field.” Erica Aguilar has known Vitiello and Nuri for six years and considers them close friends. Her husband, Border Patrol Agent Luis Aguilar, was killed in the line of duty on Jan. 19, 2008. Though Vitiello did not know her husband personally, she said he remembers the day her whole family, as well as the Border Patrol family, was notified of her husband’s death. Some of the biggest challenges? Attrition, hiring, and how President Trump’s proposed border wall will change communities. The nation’s immigration laws will also remain in the spotlight. Celebrating his wife, Nuri’s, 10-year high school reunion (1993). Photo courtesy of Vitiello family “We have our share of difficulties, but people should have absolute clarity when it comes to our mission,” he said. “Employee contributions and ideas are important and I intend to provide our workforce Vitiello trains to become a driving instructor at the Border Patrol Academy in Glynco, Georgia (1989). Photo courtesy of Vitiello family “I’ve had many special moments with the Vitiellos,” Aguilar said. “The last thing that my daughter, Arianna, did with her dad was learn how to ride a bike. She always hesitated to get back on a bike Vitiello standing next to one of his first seizures in the Laredo North Station, Texas (1985). Photo courtesy of Vitiello family “We execute our mission within the framework and the policies that are given to us, either through the law, our own developments, or through priorities of the executive branch,” Vitiello said. “But in order to fulfill this mission, people must trust us. Most agents approach undocumented border crossers with a high degree of compassion. We’re the first ones that these individuals see on their journey and we’re the ones responsible for their well-being and safety. I don’t think the public understands how agents are often put in a place where they do heartfelt things.” Vitiello said he is proud to be a part of Border Patrol and accepts the responsibility that comes with its leadership. “I’ve been blessed in this career and have no regrets,” he said. “Sure, I would like to make us better and have tried to do the best I could everywhere. But overall, the focus should remain on providing substantial protection and security at and between the ports, as well as having the capability to know what is happening, and to respond appropriately. The Border Patrol has had a long and storied history. Today, we are adding a new chapter and I am excited to be a part of its future.” Editor’s Note: Following the President’s appointment of Randolph D. (“Tex”) Alles as Director of the U.S. Secret Service April 25, Acting Commissioner McAleenan announced that Ronald D. Vitiello will serve as Acting Deputy Commissioner until a permanent selection is made. Carla Provost will serve as Acting Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol. Vitiello tours CBP’s Tucson Air Branch located at DavisMonthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Arizona on April 11 with U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions and Tucson Air Branch’s Director, Mitchell Pribble. Photo by Carole Condon Page 153 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003735 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000471 39 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 iii Frontline - Vol9 Iss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 3 of 6) 38 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 By Paul Koscak Prototypes must meet U.S. Border Patrol requirements and withstand “destructive testing,” Calvo said. That means Border Patrol agents will test the wall’s resistance. They will use power tools and other methods they expect border crossers to employ to break through the barrier. MOVING AHEAD WITH CBP’S EXPERTISE U.S. Customs and Border Protection is driving the effort to design and construct a wall along much of the Southwest border with Mexico. The wall will be part of a comprehensive security barrier that includes lighting, cameras, sensors, other related technologies and all-weather roads. The project fulfills President Donald Trump’s executive order to achieve operational control of the southern border by improving border security and immigration enforcement. CBP’s Office of Facilities and Asset Management has moved forward with a request for contractors to submit designs and prototypes for consideration, which generated a robust response. "• Metal fencing can be seen atop a concrete barrier as it lines the banks of the Rio Grande near McAllen, Texas. Photo by Glenn Fawcett Page 154 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003736 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000472 41 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 Once contractors are selected, CBP will have them construct multiple prototypes--some made from reinforced concrete, others from unspecified materials designed to deter illegal U.S. entry. The prototypes, some potentially as high as 30-feet, will be constructed this summer in the San Diego Sector. The structures will guide CBP in identifying the best materials, building methods and final designs before investing substantial money into the project, according to Karl Calvo, assistant commissioner for CBP’s Office of Facilities and Asset Management. “Plans call for no more than eight and no less than four” prototypes, he said, noting the arrangement gives CBP a try-before-you-buy advantage and an opportunity to evaluate the wall prototypes in actual field conditions. .A·. ~ ~-- .~, ·. ,, . , Frontline - Vol9 Iss2 - 05252017 - Spreads.pdf for Printed Item: 5 ( Attachment 3 of 6) 40 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 ~ 2~ ~ 0 0 Page 155 of 5682 CBP FOIA 003737 C DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000473 43 FRONTLINE VOL 9 ISSUE 2 '° ~~ s_ 0 While the barrier may impact some communities, Acting Deputy Commissioner Vitiello noted the end result is a safer border. “That’s a good thing for Mexico and that’s a good thing for us.” ~ C, ;~ -0-C I L_8 -- -• "' ~ ,_, :;; "' "' V"l [[ g_~ " ~~ " 0;::::-._ c.:' ;;. :,: CBP’s preconstruction analysis, planning and evaluation provides a roadmap to build a wall and barrier system that’s feasible, durable and cost effective, but also aesthetically pleasing when viewed from the north side. r, C: cr- ro 3 ::r 0C/1 ::::, (I) i= ~ " 3' Loren Flossman, the director of the Border Patrol & Air and Marine Program Management Office (PMO) within the Office of Facilities and Asset Management, leads a team that will oversee construction, in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and make final decisions, Calvo explained. s " ~ ~ CD '." 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Aliens who illegally enter the United States without inspection or admission present a significant threat to national security and public safety,” President Trump stated in his order, addressing one of the administration’s top priorities. ~3 “The PMO will leverage lessons learned from the Pedestrian Fence 225 and Vehicle Fence 300 projects,” said Flossman, tasks that installed steel fencing and crossed steel planks as road barriers. “We’ve retained the appropriate subject matter expertise and institutional knowledge to move forward swiftly in meeting USBP’s operational requirements and administration priorities.” "d~ >-; 0 The president further stated the border barrier, “supported by adequate personnel along with added technology aims to prevent illegal immigration, drug and human trafficking and acts of terrorism.” In meeting that goal, CBP is committed to hiring an additional 5,000 Border Patrol and more than 500 Air and Marine agents without reducing hiring and training standards. 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Ron w ill be w ith AMO on a P3 in Costa Rica Dec 1-4 , so it needs to be the week after at the ear liest. Thanks , • ove m~ r From:~OJ~IUIP. Sent: =s~; To : FRIE L MICHAEL J· 21 (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) (b) (6) (O )(b );(b)(?)(C) -~ uu • (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) •~ Good evening, I wanted to share the contenUcontext of today's successful backg round interv iew on the Securit y Governance Initiative in Kenya between Ron Nixon of the NY T imes and CBP Attache S' globa l .... . The info rmat ion shared with the reporter w ill be used to educate his sto ry o~ ~ efense of the U .S. borders. Informat ion used in the article (beyond ed ucat ing the reporte r) will be attributable to a 'CBP off icial'. This is a long-term piece so the publicat ion date is not expected unt il late December - or later as he's continuing his research by speak ing to HS I in South Africa , flyin g on a P-3 mission supporting JIATF South , befo re speaking with CBP Act ing Commissioner McA leenan in mid-December. He's already spoken with AS1 Duke and othe r OHS off icia ls. This story /project was approved by the OHS Ass 't Secretary for Public Affairs , (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) The backgrounder took place at The Tribe Hotel at 11 a.m . local fac ilitated by PA0 PWiff!l0f CBP CBP FOIA 00375 9 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000495 Page 181 of 5682 OPA with (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) as the subject matter expert. The backgrounder lasted nearly 90 minutes and topics covered included the current Security Governance Initiative in Kenya and how it s being implemented in country and the benefits to both Kenya and U.S.. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) provided background on his day-to-day engagements and types of assistance being provided - primarily training along with assistance with reporting across agencies and how to facilitate that in a more timely fashion. He discussed the various agencies with whom DHS/CBP interacts and what region(s) for which he is responsible as attach . - The reporter asked directly what benefit does the U.S. garner in assisting Kenya? responded that by enhancing border security in Kenya, we enhance the security of the U.S. border since when Kenya identifies risks, threats, and vulnerabilities, the U.S. shares in that enhanced security since those RTVs could also be used to target the U.S. but this allows the U.S. to mitigate those RTVs at the point of origin. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) There were myriad clarification questions such as how CBP is represented on the African continent and how does CBP accomplish the training, etc. - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) then provided Ron the names of people he can speak to in Kenya for their take on the initiative. Due to the situation in Zimbabwe, Ron Nixon had to cut this visit to Kenya short and is departing on Tuesday, November 21 to cover that situation. To remind those who may not have seen the initial request, Mr. Nixon s inspiration came from a master s thesis written in June of this year by PAIC Christopher Seiler at National Defense University entitled: BIGFOOT OR BIG MISTAKE: IS CBP S EXPANDING FOOTPRINT HELPING OR HURTHING HOMELAND SECURITY. Prior to travelling, Mr. Nixon was given background on SGI and our engagement with the Government of Kenya by (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) of CBP International Affairs. Ron Nixon was also a participant on the public affairs media panel when the GOK representatives were in Woodbridge, VA for communication training/assistance - so he was already familiar with that management pillar of this initiative. My assessment is that this was an extremely productive background interview and the story will be far better informed. Ron Nixon was extremely grateful to (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) for taking the time to speak with him especially given that the election of President Kenyatta was upheld by the Kenya Supreme Court only a half-an-hour earlier. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Director, Media Division Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection CBP FOIA 003760 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000496 Page 182 of 5682 Desk: CBP FOIA 003761 Page 183 of 5682 SGI-Kenya Overview.docx for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 1 of 2) U.S. Customs and Border Protection Security Governance Initiative (SGI)-Kenya Overview End state: Assist the Government of Kenya (GOK) in developing the processes, procedures, and systems for a coordinated border management structure. CBP is supporting the GOK’s development and implementation of a Kenya Border Management Strategy. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is focusing on four pillars of engagement that are viewed as essential elements of a coordinated border management structure. The four pillars are: 1. Statutory and Legal Framework Development 2. Public Affairs-Internal and External Communications Strategy and Implementation Plan Development 3. Strategic Planning (Joint Strategy Development Processes) 4. Information Sharing Architecture Development Pillar Alignment to the SGI U.S.-Kenya Joint Country Action Plan (JCAP): The following chart outlines how each JCAP objective and sub-objectives align to a border management pillar and fulfills the JCAP objective and recommendations. The only pillar that does not correlate directly to a JCAP objective is the Public Affairs pillar. However, it is a critical component of a coordinated border management structure. JCAP Objective Develop and implement the Kenya Border Management Strategy. This strategy should include the following elements: / The overall strategic vision for border management. / Identification of the lead agency that will have the authority to provide command and control for an integrated border management system. / Identification of the supporting agencies for border management. / Roles and responsibilities for each agency involved in border management. / General identification of resources to include budgetary, human and material. / Legal and statutory bases for border management. Pillar / Pillar #1: Statutory and Legal Framewo Development Develop and implement the Kenya Border Management Strategy. o Legal and statutory bases for border management. o Roles and responsibilities for eac agency. o Identification of the supporting agencies for border managemen o Directives on creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). / Pillar #3: Strategic Planning Develop and implement the Kenya Border Management Strategy. o Roles and responsibilities for eac agency. o Identification of the supporting agencies for border managemen CBP FOIA 003762 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000498 Page 185 of 5682 SGI-Kenya Overview.docx for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Develop key border security infrastructure for land, air, maritime and rail. / o The overall strategic vision for border management. o Directives on creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). o Identify measures for capacity building Pillar #4: Information-sharing Architecture Development CBP considers information sharing/coordination among border management agencies a critical system tha enhances border security at ports of entry (land, air, maritime, and rail). Informationsharing is focused on enhancing the flow of information between agencies at a port of entry, between ports of entry, between port of entry and headquarters, and between the Government of Kenya (GOK) and the U.S. government. In addition, the Automated Targeting System-Global is classified as “hard infrastructure” that will help to build a more coordinated information-sharing syste at GOK ports of entry. CBP’s approach to engagements under SGI: All of CBP’s programs (concepts, planning, and implementation) have required and will continue to require heavy participation and consultation by the GOK. The majority of ideas for programs occur during the study visits. Due to the organic nature in program development (based on conversations, interest, and expressed need from GOK counterparts during study visits), all of CBP’s programs are specifically tailored for the GOK. Activities such as the International Strategic Operational Planning Workshop in August 2015, the Implementation Plan Development Workshop in March 2016, the Public Affairs and Legal Authorities Workshops in August and September 2016, and the Layered Approach Concept Engagement in January 2017 were all customized programs that expand on relevant topics that support the four pillars, deepen understanding about coordination and integration, and transfer knowledge on CBP’s lessons learned and best practices in the 15 years that CBP was created. Through SGI, CBP provides tailored programs and activities that address the specific issues surrounding the creation of an integrated border management structure to assist the GOK in creating a more coordinated, and eventually unified border management institution in Kenya. CBP will continue to work with counterparts in the Border Management Secretariat (BMS) to tee up key decisions for coordinated border management to the Border Control and Operations Coordination Committee (BCOCC). CBP assumes that the BMS is the primary entity to work with on border management in order to advance the policies, processes, and procedures for CBP FOIA 003763 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000499 Page 186 of 5682 SGI-Kenya Overview.docx for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 1 of 2) coordination that would support long-term institutional change. The primary goal is to transfer knowledge on the important concepts and ideas concerning coordination and to see a sustainable coordinated border management structure (with supporting processes and procedures) in Kenya. Pillar Alignment to CBP engagement objectives: CBP’s engagements are aimed at building the GOK’s capacity in developing a coordinated border management structure. The following chart organizes each pillar with their associated objectives. Pillar Pillar #1: Statutory and Legal Framework Development Objectives Assist chief counsel working group in developing the statutory framework to implement coordinated border management policies Provide the legal backing for policies that support coordinatio among GOK border management agencies. / Assist the GOK in drafting legal frameworks and other legal instruments to make coordination legally binding among GOK border management agencies. / Assist the GOK in developing a process to sensitize employe the legal statutes and frameworks that facilitate coordination among border management agencies. Assist public affairs working group in developing internal and external communications strategies and corresponding implementation plans so that the GOK’s border management concept is communicated to border management agencies, the media, and to the Kenyan people / Pillar #2: Public Affairs-Internal and External Communications Strategy Development / / Internal Communications Strategy and Implementation Plan Development – work with public affairs working group to develop an internal communications strategy and implementa plan. Internal communications focuses on 1. introducing the idea and developing awareness within border management agencies about the GOK’s coordinated bord management concept; 2. communicating the imminent changes surrounding a new, coordinated border management structure to employees, level managers, port managers, and senior-level officials within border management agencies; and 3. establishing SOPs to disseminate information in a more coordinated way to relevant border management agencies External Communications Strategy and Implementation Plan Development – work with public affairs working group and Kenyan media professionals to develop external communicat strategy and corresponding implementation plan. External CBP FOIA 003764 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000500 Page 187 of 5682 SGI-Kenya Overview.docx for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 1 of 2) communications focuses on: 1. assisting the GOK’s border management agencies in developing mutually agreed upon talking points and concepts, branding terminology, awareness campaigns, a press releases to communicate the concept of coordinate border management to the media and the public; 2. establishing SOPs to disseminate information in a more coordinated way (one voice concept) to media outlets and public; 3. assist in building the capacity of the GOK spokesperson’s office to address border management issues and work wi the BMS spokesperson to coordinate border managemen messaging; and 4. in partnership with PACT and DDG, work with stakeholde in border communities in developing mutually agreed upo stakeholder appropriate talking points and the best way to communicate messages about border management to the public. Support the development of processes and procedures that facilitate joint strategic planning and development / Pillar #3: Strategic Planning GOK border management agencies are taught one process f strategic planning (i.e. U.S. Department of Homeland Securit (DHS) Planners Course) / Develop a cadre of border management professionals among GOK border agencies who can plan with counterparts in diffe agencies / Develop the critical documents (Border Management Strateg Implementation Plan, and Campaign Plan(s)) needed to fram and implement the concept of coordination in Kenya / Develop the processes and procedures for periodic review an updating of strategic documents, including assessments and review Assist the GOK in improving their information-sharing systems. / Pillar #4: Information-sharing Architecture Development / / / Develop the standard operating processes and policies need enhance information sharing among ports of entry and betwe ports of entry and headquarters. Develop a sustainable, functioning information-sharing system that promotes targeting and risk management principles and proactive border management approach. Increase information sharing between the GOK and the U.S. government. The GOK is creating a coordinated border management structure to address their border security issues. Using DHS and CBP as one model, the GOK is interested in learning how different CBP FOIA 003765 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000501 Page 188 of 5682 SGI-Kenya Overview.docx for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 1 of 2) agencies with their legacy policies, authorities, budgets, resources, and processes were used to create a new agency. To that end, the GOK seeks CBP’s expertise to explain the challenges, discuss best practices and lessons learned, and advise on better information sharing and coordination practices. CBP’s engagements are focused on supporting the GOK in their endeavor to coordinate their border management agencies in order to safeguard their borders from terrorism, transnational criminals, and illegal goods. CBP FOIA 003766 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000502 Page 189 of 5682 Attachmen t 2 of 2) Form Approved REPORT DOCUMENTATION PAGE 0MB No. 0704-01BB m, at 1nf'Dfmllt1or1 is eslitNled U>e.-tirege 1 ncu r po, res~. 11'1ctudi~u,e time f o r tNO'l'Wlt!O\Mtrutlklns , is.earc:ting~ It.ting,c:11.asou,c11, t,l#lerhg and rnah\\ aln~ u. thb c~" of infamatlon . 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PROGRAM ELEMENT NUMBER 6. AUTHOR(SI 5d. PROJECT NUMBER Christopher M. Seiler Patrol Agent In Charge United States Border Patrol 5e. TASK NUMBER 7. PERFORMINGORGANIZATIONNAME(S) AND AOORESS(ES)ANO AOORESS(ES) 8, PERFORMINGORGANIZATIONREPORT NUI\IBER Sf. WORK UNIT NUMBER National Defense University Joint Forces Stuff College Joint Advanced Warfigh .ting School 7800 Hampton Blvd Norfolk, VA 23511-1702 IJ. SPONSORING/ MONITORINGAGENCY NAME(S) AND AODRESSjES) 10. SPONSOR/MONITOR 'S ACRONYM($) U. S. Customs and Border Protection 1300 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Washington, D.C. 20029 11. SPONSOR/MONITOR'SREPORT NUMBER(S) 12. DISTRIBUTION/ AVAILABlUTY STATEMENT Approved for p11blicrele11sc,distribution is unlimited. 13. SUPPLEMENTARYNOTES Not for commercial use without the express written permission of the author . 14. ABSTRACT Bad aclors and lransnational criminal organizations have the ability to move illegal goods, drugs, dangerous malerials, and people of interest to the "zero yard line" of the United States . Without a buffer to protect the homeland, limited people, time, and resources exist to identify hannful items and individuals before they enter the U. S. and cause damage. The U. S. hns relied on a geographical bulTer and a positive relationship with Mexico and Canada in order to maintain our currenl security. CUstoms nnd Border Protection (CBP) hos expanded lheir division of International Affairs to build host country capacity, preclearance measures , and increased screening in foreign countries before aniving on the zero line. When il comes lo securing the nation from those who would do it harm, CBP's global footprint is an efficient and effective strategy not only lo keep malevolent actors off the "zero yard line," but out orthe "red zone" altogether . However, as with all deployments, these actions incur a fiscal and, unfortunately , human cost as some agents are killed in IED and Blue on Green attacks, leaving some lo ask: are such forward dcplo)lTlents wonh their cost'! Are they the most effective way to secure the U.S.? 15. SUBJECTTERMS Border , Customs and Border Protection , Terrorism, U.S. Bonier Patrol 16. SECURITYCLASSIFICATIONOF: 17. LIMITATION OF ABSTRACT Unclassified a. REPORT Unclassified l b. ABSTRACT Unclassified I c. THIS PAGE Unclassified 18.NUMBER OF PAGES 48 Unclassified/ Unlimited 19a. NAME OF RESPONSIBLEPERSON Stephen C. Rogers, Colone11 USA Director , Joint Advanced Warfighting School 19b, TELEPHONENUMBER Standard Fonn 298 (Rev. 8-98) PrHcrtb•lf by~NS1 Std,Z,39.18 CBP FOIA 003767 Page 191 of5682 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000503 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) NATIONAL DEFENSE UNIVERSITY JOINT FORCES STAFF COLLEGE JOINT ADVANCED WARFIGHTING SCHOOL BIGFOOT OR BIG MISTAKE: IS CBP’S EXPANDING FOOTPRINT HELPING OR HURTING HOMELAND SECURITY? by Christopher M. Seiler Patrol Agent in Charge United States Border Patrol Not for Commercial Use without the Author’s Written Permission CBP FOIA 003768 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000504 Page 192 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) This Page Intentionally Left Blank i CBP FOIA 003769 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000505 Page 193 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) BIGFOOT OR BIG MISTAKE: IS CHP'S EXPANDING FOOTPRINT HELPING OR HURTING HOMELAND SECURITY? BY Chris1topher M. Seiler Patrol Agent in Charge United S1tatesBorder Patrol A paper submitted to the Faculty of the Jfoint Advanced Warfighting School in partial satisfaction of the requirements of a Master of Science Degree in Joint Campaign Planning and Strategy. The contents of this paper reflect my own personal views and are not ne,cessarily endorsed by the Joint Forces Staff College or the Department of Defense. Thtis paper is entirely my own work excen>tas documented in footnotes. Signature(~~- 31 March 2017 Thiesis Advisor: Signatur Ap,proved by: Signature: _ __,..________ _ Stephen C. Rogers, COL, USA Director, JAWS CBP FOIA 003770 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000506 Page 194 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) This Page Intentionally Left Blank iii CBP FOIA 003771 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000507 Page 195 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ABSTRACT Bad actors and transnational criminal organizations have the ability to move illegal goods, drugs, dangerous materials, and people of interest to the “zero yard line” of the United States. Without a buffer to protect the homeland, limited people, time, and resources exist to identify harmful items and individuals before they enter the U. S. and cause damage. The U. S. has relied on a geographical buffer and a positive relationship with Mexico and Canada in order to maintain our current security. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has expanded their division of International Affairs to build host country capacity, pre-clearance measures, and increased screening in foreign countries before arriving on the zero line. When it comes to securing the nation from those who would do it harm, CBP’s global footprint is an efficient and effective strategy not only to keep malevolent actors off the “zero yard line,” but out of the “red zone” altogether. However, as with all deployments, these actions incur a fiscal and, unfortunately, human cost as some agents are killed in IED and Blue on Green attacks, leaving some to ask: are such forward deployments worth their cost? Are they the most effective way to secure the U.S.? iv CBP FOIA 003772 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000508 Page 196 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) DEDICATION I would like to thank my Thesis advisors, Dr. Bryon Greenwald and Col. Doug Golden, USAF, for their continued assistance and guidance in this academic endeavor. Second, I want to thank my Seminar Two instructors, Col. Kevin Therrian, Professor Dave Rodermill, and Professor Mary Bell for their knowledge, humor, and dedication to making our seminar a success. Lastly, my Seminar Two classmates who have made the academic rigors of JAWS, behind the scenes learning, and off time a lifelong, enjoyable experience. v CBP FOIA 003773 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000509 Page 197 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………………….………1 CHAPTER 1: ORIGIN OF DHS, CBP, and EXPANDING FOOTPRINT………………3 CHAPTER 2: TRANSNATIONAL CRIMINAL ORGANIZATIONS………………….10 CHAPTER 3: CBP’s EXPANDED FOOTPRINT AND HOW TO PROTECT THE HOMELAND…………………………………………………………..14 CHAPTER 4: CHALLENGES……………………………………………………………..28 CHAPTER 5: RECOMMENDATIONS AND CONCLUSION………………………….35 BIBLIOGRAPHY……………………………………………………………………………40 VITA.………………………………………………………………………………………….43 vii CBP FOIA 003774 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000510 Page 198 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) This Page Intentionally Left Blank CBP FOIA 003775 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000511 Page 199 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) INTRODUCTION Contrary to common perception, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) does not just operate border control points and port of entry clearance areas. CBP personnel are deployed globally expanding the boundaries of security and training others to help keep America safe. For example, in 2005, in Asuncion, the capital city of Paraguay, a U.S. Border Patrol Agent spoke to Paraguayan Customs, Navy personnel, and multiple media outlets about Paraguay’s importance in the Western Hemisphere’s security. Known as the Heart of South America, Paraguay is part of the infamous Tri-Border Region, an area of South America notorious as a cross-roads for terrorists and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs). This stands as a clear example of CBP’s strategy to accomplish its mission globally. Similarly, in support of USCENTCOM, CBP agents deployed with servicemen to Iraq and Afghanistan to assist those nations in providing for their border security while simultaneously enhancing security at home by thwarting the movement of drugs, terrorists, dangerous materials, and human trafficking through those countries. As with all deployments, these actions incurred a fiscal and, unfortunately, human cost as some agents were killed in IED and Blue on Green attacks, leaving some to ask: are such forward deployments worth their cost? Are they the most effective way to secure the U.S.? Due to the elevated security risk to the United States, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is expanding its global footprint overseas to increase the level of security of the homeland, reduce transnational crime, and facilitate trade and travel. This will be accomplished through foreign nation capacity building, pre-clearance measures, and increased screening. This analysis of historical events, current methods, and future threats validates CBP’s international mission and recommends additional action to increase U.S. security. When it comes to securing 1 CBP FOIA 003776 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000512 Page 200 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) the nation from those who would do it harm, CBP’s global footprint is an efficient and effective strategy not only to keep malevolent actors off the “zero yard line,” but out of the “red zone” altogether. 2 CBP FOIA 003777 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-I-000513 Page 201 of 5682 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20229 U.S.Customs and Border Protection Released via FOIAonline account. September 30, 2019 CBP-2018-005705 Austin Evers American Oversight Washington, DC 20005 Dear Mr. Evers: As agreed to in American Oversight v. U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Case No. 1: 18-cv-01337, this is the eighth interim response to your Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), on behalf of American Oversight, in which you are seeking: 1.) All electronic mail containing any of the following terms: a. Catch of the Day b. #CatchOfTheDay c. Keeping America Safe d. #KeepingAmericaSafe 2.) All electronic mail containing the word "hashtag" and any of the following words or phrases: a. S1 b. S2 c. Secretary d. Deputy Secretary e. DepSec f. Kelly g. Duke 3.) All electronic mail containing any hashtags ("#") and any of the following words or phrases: a. Illegal b. Illegals c. Alien d. Aliens e. Felon f. Felons g. Criminal h. Criminals A search of CBP databases has identified records responsive to your request, 693 pages of which are now being produced. CBP has determined that four pages of the records are partially releasable, pursuant to Title 5 U.S.C. ? 552 (b)(7)(E), (b)(6), and (b)(7)(C); 615 pages have been withheld in full pursuant to Title 5 U.S.C. ? 552 (b)(5), (b)(7)(E), (b)(6), and (b)(7)(C); and 74 pages are being released in full. Uploaded to your FOIAonline account are 693 pages with certain information withheld as described below: FOIA Exemption (b)(5) exempts from disclosure those inter- or intra-agency documents that are normally privileged in the civil discovery context. The three most frequently invoked privileges are the deliberative process privilege, the attorney work-product privilege, and the attorney-client privilege. After carefully reviewing the responsive documents, I have determined that portions of the responsive documents qualify for protection under the Deliberative Process Privilege: The types of records withheld under this privilege include Issue Papers, briefings, drafts, and expressions of candid opinions, the release of which would discourage or inhibit the free and frank exchange of information among agency personnel. FOIA Exemption (b)(6) exempts from disclosure personnel or medical files and similar files the release of which would cause a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. This requires a balancing of the public's right to disclosure against the individual's right privacy. The types of documents and/or information that we have withheld may consist of names, email address, and phone numbers. The privacy interests of the individuals in the records you have requested outweigh any minimal public interest in disclosure of the information. Any private interest you may have in that information does not factor into the aforementioned balancing test. FOIA Exemption (b)(7)(C) protects records or information compiled for law enforcement purposes that could reasonably be expected to constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. This exemption takes particular note of the strong interests of individuals, whether they are suspects, witnesses, or investigators, in not being unwarrantably associated with alleged criminal activity. That interest extends to persons who are not only the subjects of the investigation, but those who may have their privacy invaded by having their identities and information about them revealed in connection with an investigation. Based upon the traditional recognition of strong privacy interest in law enforcement records, categorical withholding of information that identifies third parties in law enforcement records is ordinarily appropriate. FOIA Exemption (b)(7)(E) protects records compiled for law enforcement purposes, the release of which would disclose techniques and/or procedures for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions, or would disclose guidelines for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions if such disclosure could reasonably be expected to risk circumvention of the law. CBP has determined that disclosure could reasonably be expected to risk circumvention of the law. This completes CBP's sixth interim response to your request. If you have questions or concerns regarding this interim response, you may contact Assistant United States Attorney Denise M. Clark at (202) 252-6605. Please notate file number CBP-2018-005705 on any future correspondence to CBP related to this request. Sincerely, Jodi Drengson FOIA Analyst, FOIA Division U.S. Customs and Border Protection From: To: Cc: Bee: Subject: Date: Attachments: FW: Confirmation Prep 1: Border Security Deep Dive Sat Oct 21 2017 09:14:10 EDT Directions.docx EARING BINDER.pdf Visitor Entry lnstructions.pdf Ml!li Sir, I wanted to make sure you got this. I didn't see you on the to line. ? ?cutive Assistant Commissioner, Air and Marine Operations Cell on behalf of CBP COMMISSIONER SCHEDULER :26:42 PM NOTE(s): *Attire: Casual *Hearing Binder Attached *Directions and Entrance Instructions attached Lead Office: OCA OC POC: and CBP FOIA 003778 DHS-17-0435-J-000001 Page 1 of615 (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), WE) (5), WE) (5), (5), WE) (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), (5), Visitor Entry Instructions pdf for Printed Item: 105 ( Attachment 3 of 3) CBP FOIA 004382 DHS-17-0435-J-000605 Page 615 of 615 From : To: Cc: Bee: Subject: Date : Attachments : FW: outlines for press call Sat Oct 07 2017 11 :32:24 EDT outline for Cissna immigrat ion press call .docx out line for Homan immigration press call.docx out line for Vitiello immigration press call.docx Hey guys- FYSA attached. C2 acknow ledged but so far hasn't asked for anything additional that I'm aware of . Hope you're hav ing a great day! - From : FLANAGAN, PATRICK S Sent: Saturday , October 7, 2017 8:10 AM (b )(6):(b )(7)(C) To: VITIELLO , RONALD D (USBP Cc: MCALEENAN, KEVIN K (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) o - J.:f o - o o - - C2 Let us know if you need anyth ing on these or if you are comfortable with your talking points. I'm you require any a but have CC'd ItIona matena s or information. and she can have the team engage if V/ R Patrick CB P FOIA 004383 DHS-17-0435-J-000606 Page 940 of 975 From: Hoffman, Jonathan Sent: Saturday, October 07, 2017 5:23:01 AM To: McCament, James W; VITIELLO, RONALD D (USBP); Homan, Thomas; Cissna, Francis Cc: FLANAGAN, PATRICK S; ; Hamilton, Gene; (b) (6) (b) (6) Subject: FW: outlines for press call - Team - here are the outlines from (b) . Clearly the 10am return deadline is not in play. Just let me (6) these out. 3-4 minutes. know when you have had time to flesh Thanks again for agreeing to be on the call. Let me know if you have any questions. Jonathan _____ From: (b) (6) EOP/WHO Sent: Saturday, October 07, 2017 12:19:18 AM To: Hoffman, Jonathan; (b) (6) Subject: outlines for press call Draft outlines attached. Everyone should feel to edit these as they see fit, add to it, put it in their own voice and make it personal with their own anecdotes. CBP FOIA 004384 DHS-17-0435-J-000607 Page 941 of 975 (5) (5) From : To : (b )(6 );(b )(7)(C ) ---- (b )(6 );(b )(7 )(C ) CBP FOIA 004392 DHS-17-0435-J-000615 Page 730 of 975 CBP FOIA 004393 DHS-17-0435-J-000616 Page 731 of 9?5 CBP FDIA ??4394 DHS-17-0435-J-000617 Page 732 of 9?5 CBP FOIA 004395 DHS-17-0435-J-000618 Page 733 of 9?5 Bee: Subject: Date : Attachments : RE: CBP Mentoring Program Week ly Reports (September 22 , 2017) Fri Oct 13 2017 10:24:34 EDT CBP Enrollment Report 12 October 2017.xlsx CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.x lsx Good Morning, SUMMARY 3,318 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,465 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,163 are CBP mentees 1,100 are MATCHED mentees 63 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,302 are CBP mentors 2,266 are CBP APPROVED mentors 36 are CBP PENDING mentors 147 are both Mentee and Mentor CB P FOIA 004396 DHS-17-0435-J-000619 Page 734 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,318 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,465 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,163 are CBP mentees 1,100 are MATCHED mentees 63 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,302 are CBP mentors 2,266 are CBP APPROVED mentors 36 are CBP PENDING mentors 147 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring Portal Week Report includes all Portal enrollment through O FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% participation as a mentor Overall Total Participation Population* Number of Rate (5% Participants Goal) Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources Immediate Office of the EAC Information Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsibility Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International Affairs Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 3,318 62 318 31 15 83 15 48 11 104 91 48 43 6 25 38 1 11 12 10 2 1,000 39 9 5.6% 3.7% 7.7% 6.2% 5.2% 15.1% 11.6% 2.5% 4.2% 21.7% 28.3% 0.0% 5.6% 7.4% 8.0% 10.7% 4.8% 2.7% 4.2% 6.6% 4.2% 2.7% 4.7% 7.1% 2.7% CBP FOIA 004397 DHS-17-0435-J-000620 Page 739 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Buffalo Sector Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total 329 1,557 455 1,011 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 18 50 24 59 93 20 35 19 41 16 11 19 165 105 13 16 12 129 57 50 1,701 44 30 46 62 238 53 102 42 51 163 161 95 28 125 25 87 35 37 205 72 3,318 5.5% 3.2% 5.3% 5.8% 3.9% 9.3% 17.3% 8.6% 2.3% 12.3% 13.1% 34.5% 4.9% 4.2% 9.8% 5.9% 3.5% 3.1% 17.2% 5.5% 5.8% 3.9% 4.0% 4.7% 4.4% 20.8% 3.8% 7.1% 3.4% 1.9% 8.6% 5.9% 7.0% 7.5% 4.2% 4.0% 3.9% 2.2% 6.0% 12.6% 7.1% 5.6% CBP FOIA 004398 DHS-17-0435-J-000621 Page 740 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Total Overal Number of Population* Participation Participants % (5% goal) ALL CBP 59,162 3,318 5.6% *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Popul CBP FOIA 004399 DHS-17-0435-J-000622 Page 741 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ly Report rtal Weekly Report llment through ctober October 12, 2017 12, 2017 ee or Roles % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Pending Approved Mentors Pending Mentor Mentors Requests % of Pop. % of Pop. Number (2% goal) 0.3% 0.0% 0.3% -8.8% -6.7% 0.0% 14.3% 8.3% -8.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -4.1% 2.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.4% 0.0% -10.0% 1,100 17 126 14 8 42 1 25 2 34 23 26 10 3 3 10 3 3 4 270 9 1 1.9% 1.0% 3.1% 2.8% 2.8% 7.6% 0.8% 1.3% 0.8% 7.1% 7.2% 0.0% 3.1% 1.7% 4.0% 1.3% 1.3% 0.0% 1.1% 1.6% 1.7% 0.0% 1.3% 1.6% 0.3% I Number (3% goal) 63 3 7 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 3 2 2 3 3 12 1 - 2,266 45 178 14 4 41 13 24 9 73 66 18 32 3 21 25 1 8 8 6 2 736 30 8 3.8% 2.7% 4.3% 2.8% 1.4% 7.4% 10.1% 1.2% 3.4% 15.2% 20.6% 0.0% 2.1% 5.5% 4.0% 9.0% 3.2% 2.7% 3.1% 4.4% 2.5% 2.7% 3.5% 5.4% 2.4% 36 7 2 1 1 1 1 1 23 CBP FOIA 004400 DHS-17-0435-J-000623 Page 742 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) 0.0% -1.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -2.8% 11.8% -2.2% 6.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 3.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.4% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.4% -1.9% 0.0% 0.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.8% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.9% 2.7% 0.3% 7 2.1% 22 1.4% 7 1.5% 22 2.2% 23 1.0% 1 0.5% 2 1.0% 5 2.3% 9 0.5% 5 3.8% 1 1.2% 1 1.8% 51 1.5% 44 1.8% 3 2.3% - 0.0% 4 1.2% 37 0.9% 8 2.4% 8 0.9% 612 2.1% 10 0.9% 12 1.6% 8 0.8% 11 0.8% 151 13.2% 11 0.8% 24 1.7% 11 0.9% 9 0.3% 65 3.4% 49 1.8% 35 2.6% 4 1.1% 49 1.7% 8 1.3% 37 1.7% 8 0.5% 7 1.1% 76 4.7% 27 2.7% 1,100 1.9% 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 3 30 1 1 1 3 3 10 3 1 5 2 63 12 29 15 38 78 16 31 12 31 10 10 18 116 65 10 16 8 91 51 41 1,142 34 19 38 51 113 42 79 32 41 112 111 58 24 78 18 50 27 30 137 48 2,266 3.6% 1.9% 3.3% 3.8% 3.2% 7.4% 15.3% 5.4% 1.7% 7.7% 11.9% 32.7% 3.5% 2.6% 7.5% 5.9% 2.4% 2.2% 15.4% 4.5% 3.9% 3.0% 2.5% 3.9% 3.6% 9.9% 3.0% 5.5% 2.6% 1.5% 5.9% 4.0% 4.3% 6.4% 2.6% 2.9% 2.3% 1.7% 4.9% 8.4% 4.8% 3.8% 1 2 2 1 5 1 4 2 3 1 1 6 1 1 1 2 1 36 CBP FOIA 004401 DHS-17-0435-J-000624 Page 743 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) % Growth (from previous report) Pending Paired Mentees Mentee Requests 0.3% 2016; HQ Population ation effective effective MarchMarch 2017 2017 1,100 63 Approved Mentors 2,266 Pending Mentors 36 CBP FOIA 004402 DHS-17-0435-J-000625 Page 744 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,314 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,462 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,160 are CBP mentees 1,097 are MATCHED mentees 61 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,302 are CBP mentors 2,266 are CBP APPROVED mentors 36 are CBP PENDING mentors 148 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring Portal Week Report includes all Portal enrollment through 2 FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% participation as a mentor Overall Total Participation Population* Number of Rate (5% Participants Goal) Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources Immediate Office of the EAC Information Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsibility Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International Affairs Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 3,319 62 314 31 15 83 15 48 11 104 91 48 43 6 25 38 1 11 12 10 2 1,000 39 9 5.6% 3.7% 7.6% 6.2% 5.2% 15.1% 11.6% 2.5% 4.2% 21.7% 28.3% 0.0% 5.6% 7.4% 8.0% 10.7% 4.8% 2.7% 4.2% 6.6% 4.2% 2.7% 4.7% 7.1% 2.7% CBP FOIA 004403 DHS-17-0435-J-000626 Page 754 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Buffalo Sector Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total 329 1,557 455 1,011 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 18 50 24 59 93 20 35 19 41 16 11 19 165 105 13 16 12 129 57 50 1,701 44 30 46 62 238 53 102 42 51 163 161 95 28 125 25 87 35 37 205 72 3,319 5.5% 3.2% 5.3% 5.8% 3.9% 9.3% 17.3% 8.6% 2.3% 12.3% 13.1% 34.5% 4.9% 4.2% 9.8% 5.9% 3.5% 3.1% 17.2% 5.5% 5.8% 3.9% 4.0% 4.7% 4.4% 20.8% 3.8% 7.1% 3.4% 1.9% 8.6% 5.9% 7.0% 7.5% 4.2% 4.0% 3.9% 2.2% 6.0% 12.6% 7.1% 5.6% CBP FOIA 004404 DHS-17-0435-J-000627 Page 755 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Total Overal Number of Population* Participation Participants % (5% goal) ALL CBP 59,162 3,319 5.6% *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Popul CBP FOIA 004405 DHS-17-0435-J-000628 Page 756 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ly Report rtal Weekly Report llment through 9 September, 29 September, 2017 2017 ee or Roles % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Pending Approved Mentors Pending Mentor Mentors Requests % of Pop. % of Pop. Number (2% goal) 0.3% 0.0% -0.9% 2.9% -6.7% 1.2% 14.3% 2.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 4.1% 4.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -21.4% 27.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.8% 0.0% 0.0% 1,097 17 126 17 8 42 1 21 3 34 23 28 10 3 3 10 3 3 4 270 9 2 1.9% 1.0% 3.1% 3.4% 2.8% 7.6% 0.8% 1.1% 1.1% 7.1% 7.2% 0.0% 3.3% 1.7% 4.0% 1.3% 1.3% 0.0% 1.1% 1.6% 1.7% 0.0% 1.3% 1.6% 0.6% I Number (3% goal) 52 2 8 2 2 1 2 1 1 3 2 2 3 3 14 1 - 2,275 46 180 16 4 41 13 24 9 73 66 18 32 3 21 25 1 8 8 6 2 739 30 8 3.8% 2.8% 4.4% 3.2% 1.4% 7.4% 10.1% 1.2% 3.4% 15.2% 20.6% 0.0% 2.1% 5.5% 4.0% 9.0% 3.2% 2.7% 3.1% 4.4% 2.5% 2.7% 3.5% 5.4% 2.4% 39 2 1 2 1 1 2 1 22 CBP FOIA 004406 DHS-17-0435-J-000629 Page 757 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.6% 0.0% 0.0% 5.6% 11.8% -2.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -5.6% 0.0% 3.8% 0.0% 0.0% -0.4% 0.0% 0.0% -2.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -1.9% 0.0% 0.6% -4.8% 0.0% -2.3% 3.8% 0.0% 5.7% 0.0% -0.5% 0.0% 0.3% 7 2.1% 23 1.5% 7 1.5% 22 2.2% 23 1.0% 1 0.5% 3 1.5% 5 2.3% 9 0.5% 4 3.1% 1 1.2% 1 1.8% 51 1.5% 43 1.7% 3 2.3% - 0.0% 4 1.2% 36 0.9% 8 2.4% 8 0.9% 607 2.1% 10 0.9% 12 1.6% 8 0.8% 10 0.7% 151 13.2% 11 0.8% 24 1.7% 11 0.9% 9 0.3% 65 3.4% 49 1.8% 34 2.5% 4 1.1% 48 1.6% 8 1.3% 37 1.7% 8 0.5% 7 1.1% 75 4.6% 26 2.6% 1,097 1.9% 1 3 1 1 1 1 1 4 17 1 1 3 2 6 1 1 1 1 52 12 29 15 38 78 16 33 12 31 10 10 18 116 65 10 15 8 93 51 41 1,145 34 19 38 51 113 42 79 31 41 112 112 58 24 77 19 50 28 30 139 48 2,275 3.6% 1.9% 3.3% 3.8% 3.2% 7.4% 16.3% 5.4% 1.7% 7.7% 11.9% 32.7% 3.5% 2.6% 7.5% 5.5% 2.4% 2.3% 15.4% 4.5% 3.9% 3.0% 2.5% 3.9% 3.6% 9.9% 3.0% 5.5% 2.5% 1.5% 5.9% 4.1% 4.3% 6.4% 2.6% 3.0% 2.3% 1.8% 4.9% 8.5% 4.8% 3.8% 1 2 2 1 5 1 4 2 2 1 1 7 1 1 1 2 1 1 39 CBP FOIA 004407 DHS-17-0435-J-000630 Page 758 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) % Growth (from previous report) Pending Paired Mentees Mentee Requests 0.3% 2016; HQ Population ation effective effective MarchMarch 2017 2017 1,097 52 Approved Mentors 2,275 Pending Mentors 39 CBP FOIA 004408 DHS-17-0435-J-000631 Page 759 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,305 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,454 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,155 are CBP mentees 1,093 are MATCHED mentees 62 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,299 are CBP mentors 2,261 are CBP APPROVED mentors 38 are CBP PENDING mentors 149 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring Portal Week Report includes all Portal enrollment through 2 FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% participation as a mentor Overall Total Participation Population* Number of Rate (5% Participants Goal) Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources Immediate Office of the EAC Information Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsibility Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International Affairs Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 3,314 60 317 33 14 82 15 46 12 104 91 47 42 6 25 38 1 11 12 10 2 999 39 10 5.6% 3.6% 7.7% 6.6% 4.9% 14.9% 11.6% 2.4% 4.5% 21.7% 28.3% 0.0% 5.5% 7.2% 8.0% 10.7% 4.8% 2.7% 4.2% 6.6% 4.2% 2.7% 4.7% 7.1% 3.0% CBP FOIA 004409 DHS-17-0435-J-000632 Page 769 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Buffalo Sector Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total 329 1,557 455 1,011 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 18 51 24 59 93 20 36 19 41 15 11 19 165 104 13 17 12 126 57 50 1,702 44 30 47 61 238 53 102 43 51 164 160 94 28 127 24 87 34 37 206 72 3,314 5.5% 3.3% 5.3% 5.8% 3.9% 9.3% 17.8% 8.6% 2.3% 11.5% 13.1% 34.5% 4.9% 4.2% 9.8% 6.3% 3.5% 3.1% 17.2% 5.5% 5.8% 3.9% 4.0% 4.8% 4.3% 20.8% 3.8% 7.1% 3.5% 1.9% 8.6% 5.8% 6.9% 7.5% 4.3% 3.8% 3.9% 2.1% 6.0% 12.7% 7.1% 5.6% CBP FOIA 004410 DHS-17-0435-J-000633 Page 770 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Total Overal Number of Population* Participation Participants % (5% goal) ALL CBP 59,162 3,314 5.6% *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Popul CBP FOIA 004411 DHS-17-0435-J-000634 Page 771 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ly Report rtal Weekly Report llment through 2 September, 22 September, 2017 2017 ee or Roles % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Pending Approved Mentors Pending Mentor Mentors Requests % of Pop. % of Pop. Number (2% goal) 1.3% 1.6% 2.6% 6.3% 7.1% 1.2% 0.0% 9.1% -7.7% 0.0% 1.1% 0.0% 0.0% 4.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 27.3% -21.4% 0.0% 0.0% 1.9% 0.0% 0.0% 1,093 17 126 17 8 42 1 21 3 34 23 28 9 3 3 10 3 3 4 270 9 2 1.8% 1.0% 3.1% 3.4% 2.8% 7.6% 0.8% 1.1% 1.1% 7.1% 7.2% 0.0% 3.3% 1.5% 4.0% 1.3% 1.3% 0.0% 1.1% 1.6% 1.7% 0.0% 1.3% 1.6% 0.6% I Number (3% goal) 62 3 7 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 3 2 2 3 3 11 1 - 2,261 45 177 14 4 41 12 24 9 73 66 18 31 3 21 25 1 8 8 6 2 733 30 8 3.8% 2.7% 4.3% 2.8% 1.4% 7.4% 9.3% 1.2% 3.4% 15.2% 20.6% 0.0% 2.1% 5.3% 4.0% 9.0% 3.2% 2.7% 3.1% 4.4% 2.5% 2.7% 3.4% 5.4% 2.4% 38 7 2 2 1 1 1 1 23 CBP FOIA 004412 DHS-17-0435-J-000635 Page 772 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) 0.0% 8.3% 0.0% 5.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 6.3% 4.5% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.8% 0.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.4% 1.7% 2.0% 0.9% 0.0% -5.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.0% 11.3% 0.0% 1.0% 0.0% 0.0% 4.0% -2.2% 0.0% 0.0% -0.9% 1.4% 1.3% 7 2.1% 23 1.5% 7 1.5% 22 2.2% 23 1.0% 1 0.5% 3 1.5% 5 2.3% 9 0.5% 4 3.1% 1 1.2% 1 1.8% 51 1.5% 43 1.7% 3 2.3% - 0.0% 4 1.2% 36 0.9% 8 2.4% 8 0.9% 604 2.1% 10 0.9% 12 1.6% 8 0.8% 9 0.6% 151 13.2% 11 0.8% 24 1.7% 10 0.8% 9 0.3% 65 3.4% 49 1.8% 34 2.5% 4 1.1% 48 1.6% 8 1.3% 37 1.7% 8 0.5% 7 1.1% 74 4.5% 26 2.6% 1,093 1.8% 1 2 1 1 1 1 3 30 1 1 1 1 3 2 10 3 1 5 2 62 12 29 15 37 78 16 31 12 31 10 10 18 116 65 10 16 8 89 51 41 1,142 34 19 38 51 113 42 79 32 42 112 111 58 24 78 18 50 27 30 137 47 2,261 3.6% 1.9% 3.3% 3.7% 3.2% 7.4% 15.3% 5.4% 1.7% 7.7% 11.9% 32.7% 3.5% 2.6% 7.5% 5.9% 2.4% 2.2% 15.4% 4.5% 3.9% 3.0% 2.5% 3.9% 3.6% 9.9% 3.0% 5.5% 2.6% 1.5% 5.9% 4.0% 4.3% 6.4% 2.6% 2.9% 2.3% 1.7% 4.9% 8.4% 4.7% 3.8% 1 1 2 2 6 1 4 2 2 1 1 7 1 1 1 3 1 38 CBP FOIA 004413 DHS-17-0435-J-000636 Page 773 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) % Growth (from previous report) Pending Paired Mentees Mentee Requests 1.3% 2016; HQ Population ation effective effective MarchMarch 2017 2017 1,093 62 Approved Mentors 2,261 Pending Mentors 38 CBP FOIA 004414 DHS-17-0435-J-000637 Page 774 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,261 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,408 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,133 are CBP mentees 1,066 are MATCHED mentees 67 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,275 are CBP mentors 2,249 are CBP APPROVED mentors 26 are CBP PENDING mentors 147 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring Portal Week Report includes all Portal enrollment through 1 FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% participation as a mentor Overall Total Participation Population* Number of Rate (5% Participants Goal) Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources Immediate Office of the EAC Information Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsibility Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International Affairs Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 3,261 60 309 31 14 81 14 43 12 104 90 47 39 6 25 38 1 11 12 10 2 976 39 10 5.5% 3.6% 7.5% 6.2% 4.9% 14.7% 10.9% 2.2% 4.5% 21.7% 28.0% 0.0% 5.5% 6.7% 8.0% 10.7% 4.8% 2.7% 4.2% 6.6% 4.2% 2.7% 4.6% 7.1% 3.0% CBP FOIA 004415 DHS-17-0435-J-000638 Page 784 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Buffalo Sector Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total 329 1,557 455 1,011 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 18 46 24 57 93 20 36 16 39 15 11 19 164 103 13 17 12 118 57 49 1,683 44 30 47 61 238 53 102 42 51 153 160 93 28 124 23 88 34 37 205 70 3,261 5.5% 3.0% 5.3% 5.6% 3.9% 9.3% 17.8% 7.2% 2.2% 11.5% 13.1% 34.5% 4.9% 4.1% 9.8% 6.3% 3.5% 2.9% 17.2% 5.4% 5.8% 3.9% 4.0% 4.8% 4.3% 20.8% 3.8% 7.1% 3.4% 1.9% 8.1% 5.8% 6.9% 7.5% 4.2% 3.6% 4.0% 2.1% 6.0% 12.6% 6.9% 5.5% CBP FOIA 004416 DHS-17-0435-J-000639 Page 785 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Total Overal Number of Population* Participation Participants % (5% goal) ALL CBP 59,162 3,261 5.5% *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Popul CBP FOIA 004417 DHS-17-0435-J-000640 Page 786 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ly Report rtal Weekly Report llment through September, 1 September, 2017 2017 ee or Roles % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Pending Approved Mentors Pending Mentor Mentors Requests % of Pop. % of Pop. Number (2% goal) 0.4% 0.0% 0.3% 0.0% -6.7% 0.0% 7.7% 0.0% 8.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.4% 0.0% 0.0% 1,066 17 123 17 8 41 1 19 3 34 23 28 9 3 3 10 3 3 4 263 9 2 1.8% 1.0% 3.0% 3.4% 2.8% 7.4% 0.8% 1.0% 1.1% 7.1% 7.2% 0.0% 3.3% 1.5% 4.0% 1.3% 1.3% 0.0% 1.1% 1.6% 1.7% 0.0% 1.2% 1.6% 0.6% I Number (3% goal) 67 2 7 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 2 2 3 3 9 1 - 2,249 45 177 14 4 41 12 24 9 73 66 18 30 3 21 25 1 8 8 6 2 730 30 8 3.8% 2.7% 4.3% 2.8% 1.4% 7.4% 9.3% 1.2% 3.4% 15.2% 20.6% 0.0% 2.1% 5.2% 4.0% 9.0% 3.2% 2.7% 3.1% 4.4% 2.5% 2.7% 3.4% 5.4% 2.4% 26 2 1 1 16 CBP FOIA 004418 DHS-17-0435-J-000641 Page 787 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) 0.0% 2.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -0.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.4% 0.0% 0.0% 0.4% 0.0% 6.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.6% 0.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -1.3% 0.4% 7 2.1% 19 1.2% 7 1.5% 21 2.1% 23 1.0% 1 0.5% 3 1.5% 5 2.3% 9 0.5% 4 3.1% 1 1.2% 1 1.8% 50 1.5% 43 1.7% 3 2.3% - 0.0% 4 1.2% 35 0.9% 8 2.4% 8 0.9% 587 2.0% 10 0.9% 12 1.6% 8 0.8% 9 0.6% 151 13.2% 11 0.8% 24 1.7% 10 0.8% 9 0.3% 49 2.6% 49 1.8% 34 2.5% 4 1.1% 47 1.6% 8 1.3% 37 1.7% 8 0.5% 7 1.1% 74 4.5% 26 2.6% 1,066 1.8% 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 38 1 2 1 1 1 3 2 2 10 4 2 1 7 1 67 12 28 15 37 78 16 31 11 31 10 10 18 116 65 10 16 8 88 51 41 1,134 34 19 38 51 113 42 79 32 41 107 111 58 24 78 16 50 27 30 137 47 2,249 3.6% 1.8% 3.3% 3.7% 3.2% 7.4% 15.3% 5.0% 1.7% 7.7% 11.9% 32.7% 3.5% 2.6% 7.5% 5.9% 2.4% 2.1% 15.4% 4.5% 3.9% 3.0% 2.5% 3.9% 3.6% 9.9% 3.0% 5.5% 2.6% 1.5% 5.6% 4.0% 4.3% 6.4% 2.6% 2.5% 2.3% 1.7% 4.9% 8.4% 4.7% 3.8% 1 2 2 4 1 2 2 2 8 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 26 CBP FOIA 004419 DHS-17-0435-J-000642 Page 788 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) % Growth (from previous report) Pending Paired Mentees Mentee Requests 0.4% 2016; HQ Population ation effective effective MarchMarch 2017 2017 1,066 67 Approved Mentors 2,249 Pending Mentors 26 CBP FOIA 004420 DHS-17-0435-J-000643 Page 789 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,272 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,396 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,125 are CBP mentees 1,061 are MATCHED mentees 64 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,271 are CBP mentors 2,243 are CBP APPROVED mentors 28 are CBP PENDING mentors 135 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring Portal Week Report includes all Portal enrollment through 2 FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% participation as a mentor Overall Total Participation Population* Number of Rate (5% Participants Goal) Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources Immediate Office of the EAC Information Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsibility Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International Affairs Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 3,261 60 308 31 14 81 14 43 12 104 90 47 39 6 25 38 1 11 12 10 2 976 39 10 5.5% 3.6% 7.5% 6.2% 4.9% 14.7% 10.9% 2.2% 4.5% 21.7% 28.0% 0.0% 5.5% 6.7% 8.0% 10.7% 4.8% 2.7% 4.2% 6.6% 4.2% 2.7% 4.6% 7.1% 3.0% CBP FOIA 004421 DHS-17-0435-J-000644 Page 799 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Buffalo Sector Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total 329 1,557 455 1,011 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 18 46 24 57 93 20 36 16 39 15 11 19 164 103 13 17 12 118 57 49 1,683 44 30 47 61 238 53 102 42 51 153 160 93 28 124 23 88 34 37 205 70 3,261 5.5% 3.0% 5.3% 5.6% 3.9% 9.3% 17.8% 7.2% 2.2% 11.5% 13.1% 34.5% 4.9% 4.1% 9.8% 6.3% 3.5% 2.9% 17.2% 5.4% 5.8% 3.9% 4.0% 4.8% 4.3% 20.8% 3.8% 7.1% 3.4% 1.9% 8.1% 5.8% 6.9% 7.5% 4.2% 3.6% 4.0% 2.1% 6.0% 12.6% 6.9% 5.5% CBP FOIA 004422 DHS-17-0435-J-000645 Page 800 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Total Overal Number of Population* Participation Participants % (5% goal) ALL CBP 59,162 3,261 5.5% *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Popul CBP FOIA 004423 DHS-17-0435-J-000646 Page 801 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ly Report rtal Weekly Report llment through 9 August, 29 August, 2017 2017 ee or Roles % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Pending Approved Mentors Pending Mentee Mentors Requests % of Pop. % of Pop. Number (2% goal) 0.7% 1.6% 0.3% 6.7% 15.4% 0.0% -7.1% 2.3% -7.7% -1.8% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 7.9% 0.0% 0.0% -2.6% 0.0% 0.0% 7.7% 0.0% -50.0% 0.6% 0.0% 0.0% 1,061 17 123 17 8 41 1 19 3 34 23 28 9 3 3 11 1 3 3 4 263 9 2 1.8% 1.0% 3.0% 3.4% 2.8% 7.4% 0.8% 1.0% 1.1% 7.1% 7.2% 0.0% 3.3% 1.5% 4.0% 1.3% 1.4% 2.7% 1.1% 1.6% 1.7% 0.0% 1.2% 1.6% 0.6% I Number (3% goal) 64 2 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 2 2 3 3 8 1 - 2,243 45 177 14 4 41 12 24 9 73 66 18 30 3 21 24 8 8 6 2 728 30 8 3.8% 2.7% 4.3% 2.8% 1.4% 7.4% 9.3% 1.2% 3.4% 15.2% 20.6% 0.0% 2.1% 5.2% 4.0% 9.0% 3.0% 0.0% 3.1% 4.4% 2.5% 2.7% 3.4% 5.4% 2.4% 28 3 2 1 15 CBP FOIA 004424 DHS-17-0435-J-000647 Page 802 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) 0.0% 2.2% 0.0% 1.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -5.9% 0.0% 7.1% 0.0% 0.0% 1.8% 0.0% -7.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.8% 1.7% 0.0% 0.8% 4.7% -5.9% 0.0% 1.7% 0.8% 1.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 6.8% -0.6% 2.0% 0.0% -0.8% 0.0% 1.1% -5.4% 0.0% 0.0% 1.4% 0.7% 7 2.1% 19 1.2% 7 1.5% 21 2.1% 23 1.0% 1 0.5% 3 1.5% 5 2.3% 9 0.5% 4 3.1% 1 1.2% 1 1.8% 50 1.5% 43 1.7% 3 2.3% - 0.0% 4 1.2% 35 0.9% 8 2.4% 8 0.9% 581 2.0% 10 0.9% 12 1.6% 8 0.8% 9 0.6% 151 13.2% 11 0.8% 24 1.7% 10 0.8% 9 0.3% 46 2.4% 49 1.8% 34 2.5% 4 1.1% 46 1.6% 8 1.3% 35 1.6% 8 0.5% 7 1.1% 74 4.5% 26 2.6% 1,061 1.8% 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 38 1 1 1 1 3 5 1 9 3 3 1 7 2 64 12 27 15 37 78 16 31 11 30 10 10 18 117 65 10 16 8 87 51 41 1,131 34 19 38 51 113 42 79 32 41 105 111 58 24 77 16 50 27 30 137 47 2,243 3.6% 1.7% 3.3% 3.7% 3.2% 7.4% 15.3% 5.0% 1.7% 7.7% 11.9% 32.7% 3.5% 2.6% 7.5% 5.9% 2.4% 2.1% 15.4% 4.5% 3.9% 3.0% 2.5% 3.9% 3.6% 9.9% 3.0% 5.5% 2.6% 1.5% 5.5% 4.0% 4.3% 6.4% 2.6% 2.5% 2.3% 1.7% 4.9% 8.4% 4.7% 3.8% 1 2 2 4 1 2 2 1 10 1 1 1 2 3 1 1 28 CBP FOIA 004425 DHS-17-0435-J-000648 Page 803 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) % Growth (from previous report) Pending Paired Mentees Mentee Requests 0.7% 2016; HQ Population ation effective effective MarchMarch 2017 2017 1,061 64 Approved Mentors 2,243 Pending Mentors 28 CBP FOIA 004426 DHS-17-0435-J-000649 Page 804 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,247 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,372 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,114 are CBP mentees 1,044 are MATCHED mentees 70 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,258 are CBP mentors 2,225 are CBP APPROVED mentors 33 are CBP PENDING mentors 125 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring Portal Week Report includes all Portal enrollment through 1 FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% participation as a mentor Overall Total Participation Population* Number of Rate (5% Participants Goal) Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources Immediate Office of the EAC Information Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsibility Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International Affairs Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 3,246 60 307 29 13 81 14 42 13 106 90 47 36 6 25 39 1 11 12 10 4 971 39 10 5.5% 3.6% 7.4% 5.8% 4.5% 14.7% 10.9% 2.2% 4.9% 22.1% 28.0% 0.0% 5.5% 6.2% 8.0% 10.7% 4.9% 2.7% 4.2% 6.6% 4.2% 5.4% 4.6% 7.1% 3.0% CBP FOIA 004427 DHS-17-0435-J-000650 Page 814 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Buffalo Sector Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total 329 1,557 455 1,011 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 18 45 24 56 93 20 36 17 39 14 11 19 163 103 14 17 12 117 55 49 1,675 43 31 47 60 236 53 102 42 51 146 160 93 28 125 23 87 36 37 205 70 3,246 5.5% 2.9% 5.3% 5.5% 3.9% 9.3% 17.8% 7.7% 2.2% 10.8% 13.1% 34.5% 4.9% 4.1% 10.5% 6.3% 3.5% 2.8% 16.6% 5.4% 5.7% 3.8% 4.1% 4.8% 4.2% 20.6% 3.8% 7.1% 3.4% 1.9% 7.7% 5.8% 6.9% 7.5% 4.2% 3.6% 3.9% 2.3% 6.0% 12.6% 6.9% 5.5% CBP FOIA 004428 DHS-17-0435-J-000651 Page 815 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Total Overal Number of Population* Participation Participants % (5% goal) ALL CBP 59,162 3,246 5.5% *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Popul CBP FOIA 004429 DHS-17-0435-J-000652 Page 816 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ly Report rtal Weekly Report llment through 1 August, 11 August, 2017 2017 ee or Roles % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Pending Approved Mentors Pending Mentee Mentors Requests % of Pop. % of Pop. Number (2% goal) 1.2% 6.8% 0.0% -3.2% 0.0% 1.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 4.3% 2.7% 0.0% 0.0% -2.5% 0.0% -8.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.2% 2.6% 0.0% 1,044 17 119 15 8 41 1 18 3 33 23 27 9 3 3 11 3 2 4 2 257 9 2 1.8% 1.0% 2.9% 3.0% 2.8% 7.4% 0.8% 0.9% 1.1% 6.9% 7.2% 0.0% 3.2% 1.5% 4.0% 1.3% 1.4% 0.0% 1.1% 1.1% 1.7% 2.7% 1.2% 1.6% 0.6% I Number (3% goal) 70 2 8 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 2 3 3 14 1 - 2,225 43 180 14 4 41 12 24 9 76 66 18 27 3 21 23 8 8 5 2 718 28 8 3.8% 2.6% 4.4% 2.8% 1.4% 7.4% 9.3% 1.2% 3.4% 15.9% 20.6% 0.0% 2.1% 4.6% 4.0% 9.0% 2.9% 0.0% 3.1% 4.4% 2.1% 2.7% 3.4% 5.1% 2.4% 33 1 1 2 1 1 19 2 CBP FOIA 004430 DHS-17-0435-J-000653 Page 817 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) 5.6% 4.5% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 4.9% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.6% 0.0% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 1.7% 1.8% 0.0% 1.2% 0.0% -2.9% 0.0% 0.0% -0.4% 0.0% 8.1% 5.0% 2.0% 0.0% 1.9% 0.0% -3.4% 3.3% 4.2% 1.1% 0.0% 0.0% 1.4% 1.4% 1.2% 7 2.1% 19 1.2% 7 1.5% 21 2.1% 23 1.0% 1 0.5% 3 1.5% 5 2.3% 8 0.4% 4 3.1% 1 1.2% 1 1.8% 49 1.5% 42 1.7% 2 1.5% - 0.0% 4 1.2% 34 0.8% 7 2.1% 8 0.9% 575 2.0% 9 0.8% 12 1.6% 8 0.8% 9 0.6% 151 13.2% 11 0.8% 24 1.7% 10 0.8% 9 0.3% 43 2.3% 48 1.7% 34 2.5% 4 1.1% 45 1.5% 8 1.3% 34 1.5% 8 0.5% 7 1.1% 74 4.5% 27 2.7% 1,044 1.8% 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 2 35 2 1 3 3 10 5 3 1 7 70 12 25 15 36 78 16 31 11 30 10 10 18 114 64 11 16 8 85 51 41 1,126 34 19 38 51 111 42 79 31 41 105 111 55 24 77 16 50 28 30 137 47 2,225 3.6% 1.6% 3.3% 3.6% 3.2% 7.4% 15.3% 5.0% 1.7% 7.7% 11.9% 32.7% 3.4% 2.6% 8.3% 5.9% 2.4% 2.1% 15.4% 4.5% 3.9% 3.0% 2.5% 3.9% 3.6% 9.7% 3.0% 5.5% 2.5% 1.5% 5.5% 4.0% 4.1% 6.4% 2.6% 2.5% 2.3% 1.8% 4.9% 8.4% 4.7% 3.8% 1 1 2 2 4 1 2 2 2 10 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 33 #VALUE! CBP FOIA 004431 DHS-17-0435-J-000654 Page 818 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) % Growth (from previous report) Pending Paired Mentees Mentee Requests 1.2% 2016; HQ Population ation effective effective MarchMarch 2017 2017 1,044 70 Approved Mentors 2,225 Pending Mentors 33 CBP FOIA 004432 DHS-17-0435-J-000655 Page 819 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,215 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,333 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,090 are CBP mentees 1,021 are MATCHED mentees 69 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,243 are CBP mentors 2,210 are CBP APPROVED mentors 33 are CBP PENDING mentors 118 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring P Report includes all Portal en FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% t t Population* Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources Immediate Office of the EAC Information Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsibility Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International Affa Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine Buffalo Sector 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 329 Total Number of Participants 3,215 57 307 29 13 80 14 42 13 106 90 46 35 6 25 40 1 12 12 10 4 962 38 10 17 CBP FOIA 004433 DHS-17-0435-J-000656 Page 829 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total 1,557 455 1,011 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 43 24 56 93 20 36 17 37 13 11 20 162 103 13 17 12 116 55 49 1,658 43 32 47 60 237 53 97 40 50 145 157 93 29 121 22 86 36 37 204 69 3,215 CBP FOIA 004434 DHS-17-0435-J-000657 Page 830 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Total Number of Population* Participant s (5% goal) ALL CBP 59,162 3,215 *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Popul CBP FOIA 004435 DHS-17-0435-J-000658 Page 831 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ortal Weekly oring Portal Weekly Report Report all Portal enrollment rollment through through 28 28 July, July, 2017 2017 on as a mentee on as a mentor Roles Overall Participation Rate (5% Goal) % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Approved Mentors Pending Mentee Requests % of Pop. Number (2% goal) 5.4% 3.4% 7.4% 5.8% 4.5% 14.5% 10.9% 2.2% 4.9% 22.1% 28.0% 0.0% 5.4% 6.0% 8.0% 10.7% 5.1% 2.7% 4.6% 6.6% 4.2% 5.4% 4.5% 6.9% 3.0% 5.2% 1.3% -1.7% 1.7% 6.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 8.3% 1.8% 0.0% 0.0% 2.2% 0.0% 0.0% -3.7% 11.1% 0.0% 9.1% 30.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1,021 16 120 16 8 41 1 18 3 33 23 26 9 3 3 12 4 2 4 2 249 9 2 7 1.7% 1.0% 2.9% 3.2% 2.8% 7.4% 0.8% 0.9% 1.1% 6.9% 7.2% 0.0% 3.1% 1.5% 4.0% 1.3% 1.5% 0.0% 1.5% 1.1% 1.7% 2.7% 1.2% 1.6% 0.6% 2.1% I Number 69 2 7 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 17 1 - 2,210 41 180 14 4 41 12 24 9 76 66 19 27 3 21 21 8 6 5 2 714 28 8 11 Pending Mentors % of Pop. (3% goal) 3.7% 2.5% 4.4% 2.8% 1.4% 7.4% 9.3% 1.2% 3.4% 15.9% 20.6% 0.0% 2.2% 4.6% 4.0% 9.0% 2.7% 0.0% 3.1% 3.3% 2.1% 2.7% 3.4% 5.1% 2.4% 3.3% 33 5 1 3 1 16 1 CBP FOIA 004436 DHS-17-0435-J-000659 Page 832 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) 2.8% 5.3% 5.5% 3.9% 9.3% 17.8% 7.7% 2.1% 10.0% 13.1% 36.4% 4.8% 4.1% 9.8% 6.3% 3.5% 2.8% 16.6% 5.4% 5.7% 3.8% 4.2% 4.8% 4.2% 20.7% 3.8% 6.8% 3.3% 1.8% 7.6% 5.7% 6.9% 7.8% 4.1% 3.5% 3.9% 2.3% 6.0% 12.5% 6.8% 5.4% 0.0% 0.0% 5.5% 2.0% 5.3% 0.0% 0.0% 5.1% 0.0% 0.0% 11.1% 1.8% 2.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.7% 0.0% 2.1% 1.0% 0.0% 6.1% 0.0% 3.4% 0.0% 1.9% 2.1% 0.0% 0.0% 2.8% 1.3% 0.0% 0.0% 1.7% 0.0% 0.0% 8.8% 0.0% 0.5% -2.7% 1.3% 18 7 21 21 1 3 5 8 4 1 48 40 1 4 34 7 8 560 9 12 8 9 152 10 17 9 8 43 47 34 4 43 8 34 8 7 73 25 1,021 1.2% 1.5% 2.1% 0.9% 0.5% 1.5% 2.3% 0.4% 3.1% 1.2% 0.0% 1.4% 1.6% 0.8% 0.0% 1.2% 0.8% 2.1% 0.9% 1.9% 0.8% 1.6% 0.8% 0.6% 13.3% 0.7% 1.2% 0.7% 0.3% 2.3% 1.7% 2.5% 1.1% 1.5% 1.3% 1.5% 0.5% 1.1% 4.5% 2.5% 1.7% 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 4 1 2 35 2 1 1 3 3 10 5 3 1 5 1 69 25 15 36 78 16 31 11 30 9 10 19 114 63 11 16 8 84 50 41 1,118 34 20 38 49 111 42 78 30 41 105 108 55 25 75 15 50 28 30 137 47 2,210 1.6% 3.3% 3.6% 3.2% 7.4% 15.3% 5.0% 1.7% 6.9% 11.9% 34.5% 3.4% 2.5% 8.3% 5.9% 2.4% 2.0% 15.1% 4.5% 3.8% 3.0% 2.6% 3.9% 3.5% 9.7% 3.0% 5.4% 2.5% 1.5% 5.5% 3.9% 4.1% 6.7% 2.5% 2.4% 2.3% 1.8% 4.9% 8.4% 4.7% 3.7% 1 1 2 2 2 1 2 1 2 1 12 1 2 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 33 CBP FOIA 004437 DHS-17-0435-J-000660 Page 833 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Overal Participation % % Growth (from previous report) 5.4% 1.3% ; HQ Population ation effective effectiveMarch March2017 2017 Pending Pending Paired Mentees Mentee Approved Mentors Mentors Requests 1,021 69 2,210 33 CBP FOIA 004438 DHS-17-0435-J-000661 Page 834 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total 1,557 455 1,011 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 42 26 53 90 20 36 17 37 13 11 18 159 101 13 17 12 117 55 49 1,654 42 31 47 58 237 52 97 39 50 144 156 93 29 121 24 86 34 37 205 72 3,196 CBP FOIA 004439 DHS-17-0435-J-000662 Page 845 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Total Number of Population* Participant s (5% goal) ALL CBP 59,162 3,196 *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Popul CBP FOIA 004440 DHS-17-0435-J-000663 Page 846 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ortal Weekly oring Portal Weekly Report Report all Portal enrollment rollment through through 14 14 July, July, 2017 2017 on as a mentee on as a mentor Roles Overall Participation Rate (5% Goal) % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Approved Mentors Pending Mentee Requests % of Pop. Number (2% goal) 5.4% 3.4% 7.4% 5.8% 4.5% 14.5% 10.9% 2.2% 4.5% 22.1% 28.0% 0.0% 5.4% 6.0% 8.0% 10.7% 4.6% 2.7% 4.2% 5.5% 4.2% 5.4% 4.5% 6.9% 3.0% 5.2% 0.5% -1.7% 1.7% 6.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.8% 0.0% 0.0% 2.2% 0.0% 0.0% -3.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.8% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1,004 15 120 16 8 41 1 18 3 33 23 26 9 3 3 11 3 2 4 2 241 9 2 7 1.7% 0.9% 2.9% 3.2% 2.8% 7.4% 0.8% 0.9% 1.1% 6.9% 7.2% 0.0% 3.1% 1.5% 4.0% 1.3% 1.4% 0.0% 1.1% 1.1% 1.7% 2.7% 1.1% 1.6% 0.6% 2.1% I Number 73 3 6 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 22 1 - 2,205 41 178 14 4 40 12 24 9 75 66 19 27 3 21 21 8 6 5 2 712 28 8 11 Pending Mentors % of Pop. (3% goal) 3.7% 2.5% 4.3% 2.8% 1.4% 7.3% 9.3% 1.2% 3.4% 15.7% 20.6% 0.0% 2.2% 4.6% 4.0% 9.0% 2.7% 0.0% 3.1% 3.3% 2.1% 2.7% 3.3% 5.1% 2.4% 3.3% 23 3 1 1 2 1 1 10 1 CBP FOIA 004441 DHS-17-0435-J-000664 Page 847 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) 2.7% 5.7% 5.2% 3.7% 9.3% 17.8% 7.7% 2.1% 10.0% 13.1% 32.7% 4.8% 4.1% 9.8% 6.3% 3.5% 2.8% 16.6% 5.4% 5.7% 3.7% 4.1% 4.8% 4.1% 20.7% 3.7% 6.8% 3.2% 1.8% 7.6% 5.7% 6.9% 7.8% 4.1% 3.8% 3.9% 2.1% 6.0% 12.6% 7.1% 5.4% 0.0% 8.3% 0.0% 0.0% 5.3% 0.0% 0.0% -2.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.6% 1.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.5% 0.0% 2.1% 0.3% 0.0% 3.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -1.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.4% 0.0% -2.0% 10.3% 1.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.5% -1.3% 0.5% 18 6 18 21 1 3 5 7 4 1 46 40 1 4 33 7 8 553 9 12 8 9 152 10 14 9 8 41 47 34 4 42 8 34 7 7 73 25 1,004 1.2% 1.3% 1.8% 0.9% 0.5% 1.5% 2.3% 0.4% 3.1% 1.2% 0.0% 1.4% 1.6% 0.8% 0.0% 1.2% 0.8% 2.1% 0.9% 1.9% 0.8% 1.6% 0.8% 0.6% 13.3% 0.7% 1.0% 0.7% 0.3% 2.2% 1.7% 2.5% 1.1% 1.4% 1.3% 1.5% 0.4% 1.1% 4.5% 2.5% 1.7% 1 4 1 2 1 1 3 3 1 4 34 2 1 3 2 10 6 3 1 5 1 73 25 15 36 76 16 31 11 30 9 10 18 114 63 11 16 8 85 50 41 1,117 34 19 38 49 111 42 78 30 41 105 108 55 25 75 15 50 27 30 137 48 2,205 1.6% 3.3% 3.6% 3.1% 7.4% 15.3% 5.0% 1.7% 6.9% 11.9% 32.7% 3.4% 2.5% 8.3% 5.9% 2.4% 2.1% 15.1% 4.5% 3.8% 3.0% 2.5% 3.9% 3.5% 9.7% 3.0% 5.4% 2.5% 1.5% 5.5% 3.9% 4.1% 6.7% 2.5% 2.4% 2.3% 1.7% 4.9% 8.4% 4.8% 3.7% 1 2 2 1 1 2 9 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 23 CBP FOIA 004442 DHS-17-0435-J-000665 Page 848 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Overal Participation % % Growth (from previous report) 5.4% 0.5% ; HQ Population ation effective effectiveMarch March2017 2017 Pending Pending Paired Mentees Mentee Approved Mentors Mentors Requests 1,004 73 2,205 23 CBP FOIA 004443 DHS-17-0435-J-000666 Page 849 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,193 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,289 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,065 are CBP mentees 992 are MATCHED mentees 73 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,224 are CBP mentors 2,202 are CBP APPROVED mentors 22 are CBP PENDING mentors 96 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring P Report includes all Portal en FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% t t Population* Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources Immediate Office of the EAC Information Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsibility Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International Affa Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine Buffalo Sector 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 329 Total Number of Participants 3,193 57 302 29 13 80 14 42 12 104 90 0 45 35 6 26 36 1 11 10 10 4 953 39 10 17 CBP FOIA 004444 DHS-17-0435-J-000667 Page 859 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total 1,557 455 1,011 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 44 24 53 91 19 36 17 36 13 11 18 162 101 13 18 12 116 55 48 1,651 43 31 47 58 237 52 97 40 50 143 156 93 29 120 22 86 34 37 204 72 3,193 CBP FOIA 004445 DHS-17-0435-J-000668 Page 860 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Total Number of Population* Participant s (5% goal) ALL CBP 59,162 3,193 *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Popul CBP FOIA 004446 DHS-17-0435-J-000669 Page 861 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ortal Weekly oring Portal Weekly Report Report all Portal enrollment rollment through through 30 30 June, June, 2017 2017 on as a mentee on as a mentor Roles Overall Participation Rate (5% Goal) % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Approved Mentors Pending Mentee Requests % of Pop. Number (2% goal) 5.4% 3.4% 7.3% 5.8% 4.5% 14.5% 10.9% 2.2% 4.5% 21.7% 28.0% 0.0% 5.3% 6.0% 8.0% 11.2% 4.6% 2.7% 4.2% 5.5% 4.2% 5.4% 4.5% 7.1% 3.0% 5.2% 0.5% 3.4% -0.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -2.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 992 15 117 14 8 41 1 18 3 32 23 25 9 3 3 11 3 2 4 2 239 9 2 7 1.7% 0.9% 2.8% 2.8% 2.8% 7.4% 0.8% 0.9% 1.1% 6.7% 7.2% 0.0% 2.9% 1.5% 4.0% 1.3% 1.4% 0.0% 1.1% 1.1% 1.7% 2.7% 1.1% 1.6% 0.6% 2.1% I Number 73 4 6 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 19 1 - 2,202 41 176 14 4 40 12 24 9 73 66 19 27 3 22 21 8 6 5 2 710 28 8 11 Pending Mentors % of Pop. (3% goal) 3.7% 2.5% 4.3% 2.8% 1.4% 7.3% 9.3% 1.2% 3.4% 15.2% 20.6% 0.0% 2.2% 4.6% 4.0% 9.4% 2.7% 0.0% 3.1% 3.3% 2.1% 2.7% 3.3% 5.1% 2.4% 3.3% 22 3 1 2 2 1 1 9 1 CBP FOIA 004447 DHS-17-0435-J-000670 Page 862 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) 2.8% 5.3% 5.2% 3.8% 8.8% 17.8% 7.7% 2.0% 10.0% 13.1% 32.7% 4.8% 4.1% 9.8% 6.6% 3.5% 2.8% 16.6% 5.3% 5.7% 3.8% 4.1% 4.8% 4.1% 20.7% 3.7% 6.8% 3.3% 1.8% 7.5% 5.7% 6.9% 7.8% 4.1% 3.5% 3.9% 2.1% 6.0% 12.5% 7.1% 5.4% 2.3% 4.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 8.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.3% 0.0% 3.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.2% 0.0% 2.7% -0.9% 2.7% 0.5% 18 6 18 21 1 3 5 7 4 1 46 40 1 4 32 7 7 547 9 11 8 9 152 10 15 9 8 37 46 34 4 42 8 33 7 6 73 26 992 1.2% 1.3% 1.8% 0.9% 0.5% 1.5% 2.3% 0.4% 3.1% 1.2% 0.0% 1.4% 1.6% 0.8% 0.0% 1.2% 0.8% 2.1% 0.8% 1.9% 0.8% 1.4% 0.8% 0.6% 13.3% 0.7% 1.0% 0.7% 0.3% 2.0% 1.7% 2.5% 1.1% 1.4% 1.3% 1.5% 0.4% 1.0% 4.5% 2.6% 1.7% 1 2 1 2 1 1 3 2 1 4 36 2 1 3 2 3 10 4 4 2 4 1 73 25 15 36 76 16 31 11 30 9 10 18 114 63 11 16 8 83 50 41 1,117 34 19 38 49 111 42 78 30 41 105 108 55 25 75 15 50 27 30 137 48 2,202 1.6% 3.3% 3.6% 3.1% 7.4% 15.3% 5.0% 1.7% 6.9% 11.9% 32.7% 3.4% 2.5% 8.3% 5.9% 2.4% 2.0% 15.1% 4.5% 3.8% 3.0% 2.5% 3.9% 3.5% 9.7% 3.0% 5.4% 2.5% 1.5% 5.5% 3.9% 4.1% 6.7% 2.5% 2.4% 2.3% 1.7% 4.9% 8.4% 4.8% 3.7% 1 1 2 2 2 8 1 1 1 1 3 1 22 CBP FOIA 004448 DHS-17-0435-J-000671 Page 863 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Overal Participation % % Growth (from previous report) 5.4% 0.5% ; HQ Population ation effective effectiveMarch March2017 2017 Pending Pending Paired Mentees Mentee Approved Mentors Mentors Requests 992 73 2,202 22 CBP FOIA 004449 DHS-17-0435-J-000672 Page 864 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,172 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,274 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,056 are CBP mentees 982 are MATCHED mentees 74 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,218 are CBP mentors 2,195 are CBP APPROVED mentors 23 are CBP PENDING mentors 102 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring P Report includes all Portal en FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% t t Population* Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources Immediate Office of the EAC Information Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsibility Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International Affa Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine Buffalo Sector 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 329 Total Number of Participants 3,172 55 303 28 13 80 14 42 12 104 90 0 45 35 6 26 36 1 11 10 10 4 942 38 10 17 CBP FOIA 004450 DHS-17-0435-J-000673 Page 874 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total 1,557 455 1,011 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 43 23 53 91 19 36 17 35 13 11 18 160 99 13 18 12 113 55 48 1,644 43 31 47 58 237 51 97 40 50 142 155 93 29 120 22 85 33 36 205 70 3,172 CBP FOIA 004451 DHS-17-0435-J-000674 Page 875 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Total Number of Population* Participant s (5% goal) ALL CBP 59,162 3,172 *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Popul CBP FOIA 004452 DHS-17-0435-J-000675 Page 876 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ortal Weekly oring Portal Weekly Report Report all Portal enrollment rollment through through 23 23 June, June, 2017 2017 on as a mentee on as a mentor Roles Overall Participation Rate (5% Goal) % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Pending Mentee Requests % of Pop. Number (2% goal) 5.4% 3.3% 7.3% 5.6% 4.5% 14.5% 10.9% 2.2% 4.5% 21.7% 28.0% 0.0% 5.3% 6.0% 8.0% 11.2% 4.6% 2.7% 4.2% 5.5% 4.2% 5.4% 4.4% 6.9% 3.0% 5.2% 0.6% 0.0% 1.3% 3.6% 8.3% 0.0% 0.0% 4.8% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 982 15 117 14 7 41 1 19 3 32 23 25 9 3 3 11 3 2 4 2 233 9 2 7 1.7% 0.9% 2.8% 2.8% 2.4% 7.4% 0.8% 1.0% 1.1% 6.7% 7.2% 0.0% 2.9% 1.5% 4.0% 1.3% 1.4% 0.0% 1.1% 1.1% 1.7% 2.7% 1.1% 1.6% 0.6% 2.1% I Approved Mentors Number 74 3 7 1 2 1 1 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 19 1 - 2,195 40 176 14 4 40 12 24 9 73 66 19 27 3 22 21 8 6 5 2 707 28 8 11 Pending Mentors % of Pop. (3% goal) 3.7% 2.4% 4.3% 2.8% 1.4% 7.3% 9.3% 1.2% 3.4% 15.2% 20.6% 0.0% 2.2% 4.6% 4.0% 9.4% 2.7% 0.0% 3.1% 3.3% 2.1% 2.7% 3.3% 5.1% 2.4% 3.3% 23 3 1 2 2 1 1 9 1 CBP FOIA 004453 DHS-17-0435-J-000676 Page 877 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) 2.8% 5.1% 5.2% 3.8% 8.8% 17.8% 7.7% 2.0% 10.0% 13.1% 32.7% 4.8% 4.0% 9.8% 6.6% 3.5% 2.7% 16.6% 5.3% 5.6% 3.8% 4.1% 4.8% 4.1% 20.7% 3.6% 6.8% 3.3% 1.8% 7.5% 5.6% 6.9% 7.8% 4.1% 3.5% 3.9% 2.1% 5.8% 12.6% 6.9% 5.4% 0.0% 4.5% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.6% 4.0% 0.0% 5.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.4% 0.0% 0.0% 2.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.6% 2.0% 0.0% 0.8% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.9% 0.0% 0.6% 17 6 18 21 1 3 5 6 4 1 46 37 1 4 31 7 7 543 8 10 8 9 152 8 15 9 8 37 46 34 4 42 8 33 7 6 73 26 982 1.1% 1.3% 1.8% 0.9% 0.5% 1.5% 2.3% 0.3% 3.1% 1.2% 0.0% 1.4% 1.5% 0.8% 0.0% 1.2% 0.8% 2.1% 0.8% 1.9% 0.7% 1.3% 0.8% 0.6% 13.3% 0.6% 1.0% 0.7% 0.3% 2.0% 1.7% 2.5% 1.1% 1.4% 1.3% 1.5% 0.4% 1.0% 4.5% 2.6% 1.7% 1 1 1 2 1 1 3 4 1 3 37 1 2 1 1 3 2 3 10 4 3 1 6 74 25 15 36 74 16 31 11 30 9 10 18 114 63 11 16 8 82 50 41 1,114 34 19 38 49 111 41 78 30 41 105 107 55 25 75 15 50 27 30 137 47 2,195 1.6% 3.3% 3.6% 3.1% 7.4% 15.3% 5.0% 1.7% 6.9% 11.9% 32.7% 3.4% 2.5% 8.3% 5.9% 2.4% 2.0% 15.1% 4.5% 3.8% 3.0% 2.5% 3.9% 3.5% 9.7% 2.9% 5.4% 2.5% 1.5% 5.5% 3.9% 4.1% 6.7% 2.5% 2.4% 2.3% 1.7% 4.9% 8.4% 4.7% 3.7% 1 2 1 2 2 9 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 23 CBP FOIA 004454 DHS-17-0435-J-000677 Page 878 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Overal Participation % % Growth (from previous report) 5.4% 0.6% ; HQ Population ation effective effectiveMarch March2017 2017 Pending Pending Paired Mentees Mentee Approved Mentors Mentors Requests 982 74 2,195 23 CBP FOIA 004455 DHS-17-0435-J-000678 Page 879 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3164 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,256 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,039 are CBP mentees 972 are MATCHED mentees 67 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,217 are CBP mentors 2,196 are CBP APPROVED mentors 21 are CBP PENDING mentors 92 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring P Report includes all Portal en FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% t t Population* Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources Immediate Office of the EAC Information Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsibility Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International Affa Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine Buffalo Sector 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 329 Total Number of Participants 3,164 55 299 27 12 80 14 41 12 105 90 0 45 35 6 26 36 1 11 10 10 4 939 38 10 17 CBP FOIA 004456 DHS-17-0435-J-000679 Page 889 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total 1,557 455 1,011 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 43 22 54 91 19 36 17 35 13 11 18 160 97 13 17 12 113 55 48 1,641 43 31 46 58 237 51 97 40 50 142 154 93 29 119 23 85 33 36 204 70 3,164 CBP FOIA 004457 DHS-17-0435-J-000680 Page 890 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Total Number of Population* Participant s (5% goal) ALL CBP 59,162 3,164 *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Popul CBP FOIA 004458 DHS-17-0435-J-000681 Page 891 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ortal Weekly oring Portal Weekly Report Report all Portal enrollment rollment through through 16 16 June, June, 2017 2017 on as a mentee on as a mentor Roles Overall Participation Rate (5% Goal) % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Pending Mentee Requests % of Pop. Number (2% goal) 5.3% 3.3% 7.2% 5.4% 4.2% 14.5% 10.9% 2.1% 4.5% 21.9% 28.0% 0.0% 5.3% 6.0% 8.0% 11.2% 4.6% 2.7% 4.2% 5.5% 4.2% 5.4% 4.4% 6.9% 3.0% 5.2% -0.1% -1.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -2.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -9.1% 0.0% -0.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 972 15 114 13 7 41 1 17 3 32 23 25 9 3 3 11 3 2 4 2 231 9 2 7 1.6% 0.9% 2.8% 2.6% 2.4% 7.4% 0.8% 0.9% 1.1% 6.7% 7.2% 0.0% 2.9% 1.5% 4.0% 1.3% 1.4% 0.0% 1.1% 1.1% 1.7% 2.7% 1.1% 1.6% 0.6% 2.1% I Approved Mentors Number 67 3 6 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 16 1 - 2,196 40 176 14 4 40 12 24 9 73 66 19 27 3 22 21 8 6 5 2 707 28 8 11 Pending Mentors % of Pop. (3% goal) 3.7% 2.4% 4.3% 2.8% 1.4% 7.3% 9.3% 1.2% 3.4% 15.2% 20.6% 0.0% 2.2% 4.6% 4.0% 9.4% 2.7% 0.0% 3.1% 3.3% 2.1% 2.7% 3.3% 5.1% 2.4% 3.3% 21 3 1 2 2 1 1 7 1 CBP FOIA 004459 DHS-17-0435-J-000682 Page 892 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) 2.8% 4.8% 5.3% 3.8% 8.8% 17.8% 7.7% 2.0% 10.0% 13.1% 32.7% 4.8% 3.9% 9.8% 6.3% 3.5% 2.7% 16.6% 5.3% 5.6% 3.8% 4.1% 4.7% 4.1% 20.7% 3.6% 6.8% 3.3% 1.8% 7.5% 5.6% 6.9% 7.8% 4.0% 3.6% 3.9% 2.1% 5.8% 12.5% 6.9% 5.3% 0.0% 4.8% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -2.0% 0.0% -5.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -0.5% 0.0% -0.1% 17 6 17 21 1 3 5 6 4 1 46 36 1 4 31 7 7 538 8 10 8 9 152 8 14 9 8 37 45 33 4 42 8 32 7 6 72 26 972 1.1% 1.3% 1.7% 0.9% 0.5% 1.5% 2.3% 0.3% 3.1% 1.2% 0.0% 1.4% 1.4% 0.8% 0.0% 1.2% 0.8% 2.1% 0.8% 1.8% 0.7% 1.3% 0.8% 0.6% 13.3% 0.6% 1.0% 0.7% 0.3% 2.0% 1.6% 2.4% 1.1% 1.4% 1.3% 1.5% 0.4% 1.0% 4.4% 2.6% 1.6% 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 1 1 3 34 1 2 1 4 2 3 9 3 4 1 4 67 25 15 36 74 16 31 11 30 9 10 18 114 63 11 16 8 82 50 41 1,115 34 19 38 49 111 41 78 30 41 105 107 55 25 75 15 50 27 30 138 47 2,196 1.6% 3.3% 3.6% 3.1% 7.4% 15.3% 5.0% 1.7% 6.9% 11.9% 32.7% 3.4% 2.5% 8.3% 5.9% 2.4% 2.0% 15.1% 4.5% 3.8% 3.0% 2.5% 3.9% 3.5% 9.7% 2.9% 5.4% 2.5% 1.5% 5.5% 3.9% 4.1% 6.7% 2.5% 2.4% 2.3% 1.7% 4.9% 8.5% 4.7% 3.7% 2 1 2 1 9 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 21 CBP FOIA 004460 DHS-17-0435-J-000683 Page 893 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Overal Participation % % Growth (from previous report) 5.3% -0.1% ; HQ Population ation effective effectiveMarch March2017 2017 Pending Pending Paired Mentees Mentee Approved Mentors Mentors Requests 972 67 2,196 21 CBP FOIA 004461 DHS-17-0435-J-000684 Page 894 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,156 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,259 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,042 are CBP mentees 970 are MATCHED mentees 72 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,217 are CBP mentors 2,194 are CBP APPROVED mentors 23 are CBP PENDING mentors 103 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring Po Report includes all Portal enrol FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% t t Population* Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources Immediate Office of the EAC Information Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsibility Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International A Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine Buffalo Sector 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 329 Total Number of Participants 3,156 56 299 27 12 80 14 41 12 104 90 0 45 35 6 26 37 1 11 10 10 4 936 38 10 17 CBP FOIA 004462 DHS-17-0435-J-000685 Page 904 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total 1,557 455 1,011 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 43 21 54 91 19 36 17 35 13 11 18 159 96 13 17 12 113 55 48 1,636 43 31 46 58 237 50 97 40 50 142 153 91 29 119 22 85 33 36 204 70 3,156 CBP FOIA 004463 DHS-17-0435-J-000686 Page 905 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Total Number of Population* Participant s (5% goal) ALL CBP 59,162 3,156 *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Popul CBP FOIA 004464 DHS-17-0435-J-000687 Page 906 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) rtal Weekly oring Portal WeeklyReport Report all Portal enrollment lment through through 09 June, 09 June, 2017 2017 on as a mentee on as a mentor Roles Overall Participation Rate (5% Goal) % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Pending Mentee Requests % of Pop. Number (2% goal) 5.3% 3.4% 7.2% 5.4% 4.2% 14.5% 10.9% 2.1% 4.5% 21.7% 28.0% 0.0% 5.3% 6.0% 8.0% 11.2% 4.7% 2.7% 4.2% 5.5% 4.2% 5.4% 4.4% 6.9% 3.0% 5.2% -0.2% 0.0% 0.0% -3.4% 0.0% 1.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -0.7% -2.5% 0.0% 0.0% 970 15 114 13 7 41 1 17 3 32 23 25 9 3 3 12 3 2 5 2 231 9 2 7 1.6% 0.9% 2.8% 2.6% 2.4% 7.4% 0.8% 0.9% 1.1% 6.7% 7.2% 0.0% 2.9% 1.5% 4.0% 1.3% 1.5% 0.0% 1.1% 1.1% 2.1% 2.7% 1.1% 1.6% 0.6% 2.1% I Approved Mentors Number 72 3 6 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 17 1 - 2,194 40 176 14 4 40 12 24 9 73 66 19 27 3 22 21 8 6 5 2 706 28 8 11 Pending Mentors % of Pop. (3% goal) 3.7% 2.4% 4.3% 2.8% 1.4% 7.3% 9.3% 1.2% 3.4% 15.2% 20.6% 0.0% 2.2% 4.6% 4.0% 9.4% 2.7% 0.0% 3.1% 3.3% 2.1% 2.7% 3.3% 5.1% 2.4% 3.3% 23 1 3 1 1 2 1 1 9 1 CBP FOIA 004465 DHS-17-0435-J-000688 Page 907 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) 2.8% 4.6% 5.3% 3.8% 8.8% 17.8% 7.7% 2.0% 10.0% 13.1% 32.7% 4.8% 3.9% 9.8% 6.3% 3.5% 2.7% 16.6% 5.3% 5.6% 3.8% 4.1% 4.7% 4.1% 20.7% 3.5% 6.8% 3.3% 1.8% 7.5% 5.6% 6.7% 7.8% 4.0% 3.5% 3.9% 2.1% 5.8% 12.5% 6.9% 5.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -2.4% -1.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -2.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.0% -1.0% 2.6% 0.0% 0.0% -0.6% 1.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.2% -2.9% 0.0% 0.0% -1.4% -0.2% 17 6 17 21 1 3 5 6 4 1 46 36 1 4 31 7 7 535 8 10 8 9 152 8 14 8 8 36 45 33 4 42 8 31 7 6 72 26 970 1.1% 1.3% 1.7% 0.9% 0.5% 1.5% 2.3% 0.3% 3.1% 1.2% 0.0% 1.4% 1.4% 0.8% 0.0% 1.2% 0.8% 2.1% 0.8% 1.8% 0.7% 1.3% 0.8% 0.6% 13.3% 0.6% 1.0% 0.7% 0.3% 1.9% 1.6% 2.4% 1.1% 1.4% 1.3% 1.4% 0.4% 1.0% 4.4% 2.6% 1.6% 1 2 2 1 1 2 3 1 3 38 1 2 1 4 1 3 3 9 3 5 1 5 72 25 15 36 74 16 30 11 30 9 10 18 114 63 11 16 8 82 50 41 1,114 34 19 38 49 111 41 78 30 41 104 107 55 25 75 15 50 27 30 138 47 2,194 1.6% 3.3% 3.6% 3.1% 7.4% 14.9% 5.0% 1.7% 6.9% 11.9% 32.7% 3.4% 2.5% 8.3% 5.9% 2.4% 2.0% 15.1% 4.5% 3.8% 3.0% 2.5% 3.9% 3.5% 9.7% 2.9% 5.4% 2.5% 1.5% 5.5% 3.9% 4.1% 6.7% 2.5% 2.4% 2.3% 1.7% 4.9% 8.5% 4.7% 3.7% 2 1 3 2 9 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 23 CBP FOIA 004466 DHS-17-0435-J-000689 Page 908 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Overal Participation % % Growth (from previous report) Pending Pending Paired Mentees Mentee Approved Mentors Mentors Requests 5.3% -0.2% 16; HQ Population ation effective effective March March 2017 2017 970 72 2,194 23 CBP FOIA 004467 DHS-17-0435-J-000690 Page 909 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,162 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,266 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,051 are CBP mentees 979 are MATCHED mentees 72 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,215 are CBP mentors 2,184 are CBP APPROVED mentors 31 are CBP PENDING mentors 104 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring Portal Weekly Report Report includes all Portal enrollment through 02 June, 2017 FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% participation as a mentor Roles Overall Total Participation Population* Number of Rate (5% Participants Goal) % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Number 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 329 1,557 455 1,01 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources mmediate Office of the EAC nformation Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsib lity Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International A Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine Buffalo Sector Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total Population* I 3,162 56 299 27 12 80 14 41 12 104 90 0 44 35 6 27 37 1 11 10 10 4 942 39 10 17 42 21 54 91 19 36 17 36 13 11 18 163 98 13 17 12 113 54 48 1,636 43 29 46 58 237 50 98 39 50 142 154 91 29 119 23 83 34 36 204 71 3,162 5.3% 3 4% 7.2% 5 4% 4 2% 14 5% 10 9% 2 1% 4 5% 21 7% 28 0% 0 0% 5 2% 6 0% 8 0% 11 6% 4.7% 2 7% 4 2% 5 5% 4 2% 5 4% 4.4% 7 1% 3 0% 5 2% 2 7% 4 6% 5 3% 3 8% 8 8% 17 8% 7 7% 2 0% 10 0% 13 1% 32 7% 4 9% 3 9% 9 8% 6 3% 3 5% 2 7% 16 3% 5 3% 5.6% 3 8% 3 8% 4 7% 4 1% 20 7% 3 5% 6 8% 3 2% 1 8% 7 5% 5 6% 6 7% 7 8% 4 0% 3 6% 3 8% 2 1% 5 8% 12 5% 7 0% 5.3% Total Overal Number of Participation Participant % s (5% goal) I I 0.8% 1.7% 1.4% 3.6% 9.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.9% 0.0% 0.0% 4.5% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.5% 2.6% 11.1% 0.0% 2.4% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.5% 6.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 2.1% 0.4% 0.0% 3.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -2.0% 3.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.7% 0.6% 1.0% 0.0% 0.0% 4.3% 1.2% 2.9% 0.0% -1.8% 1.4% 0.8% % Growth (from previous report) I 979 15 114 14 7 40 1 17 3 32 23 25 9 3 3 12 3 2 5 2 236 10 2 7 18 6 17 21 1 3 5 6 4 1 49 36 1 4 31 7 7 539 8 11 8 9 152 8 14 8 8 37 46 33 4 42 8 30 8 6 72 27 979 % of Pop. (2% goal) 1.7% 0 9% 2.8% 2 8% 2 4% 7 3% 0 8% 0 9% 1 1% 6 7% 7 2% 0 0% 2 9% 1 5% 4 0% 1 3% 1.5% 0 0% 1 1% 1 1% 2 1% 2 7% 1.1% 1 8% 0 6% 2 1% 1 2% 1 3% 1 7% 0 9% 0 5% 1 5% 2 3% 0 3% 3 1% 1 2% 0 0% 1 5% 1 4% 0 8% 0 0% 1 2% 0 8% 2 1% 0 8% 1.8% 0 7% 1 4% 0 8% 0 6% 13 3% 0 6% 1 0% 0 7% 0 3% 2 0% 1 7% 2 4% 1 1% 1 4% 1 3% 1 4% 0 5% 1 0% 4 4% 2 7% 1.7% Paired Mentees I ALL CBP 59,162 3,162 5.3% 0.8% *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Population effective March 2017 Pending Mentee Requests 979 I Approved Mentors Number 72 3 6 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 19 1 2 2 1 1 3 4 1 3 1 36 1 2 5 2 3 8 3 6 1 5 72 2,184 40 176 14 4 40 12 24 9 73 66 19 27 3 22 21 8 6 5 2 700 28 8 11 25 15 35 73 16 30 11 26 9 10 18 114 63 11 16 8 82 50 41 1,110 34 19 38 49 111 41 78 30 41 104 107 55 25 74 15 49 27 30 136 47 2,184 3.7% 2 4% 4.3% 2 8% 1 4% 7 3% 9 3% 1 2% 3 4% 15 2% 20 6% 0 0% 2 2% 4 6% 4 0% 9 4% 2.7% 0 0% 3 1% 3 3% 2 1% 2 7% 3.3% 5 1% 2 4% 3 3% 1 6% 3 3% 3 5% 3 0% 7 4% 14 9% 5 0% 1 5% 6 9% 11 9% 32 7% 3 4% 2 5% 8 3% 5 9% 2 4% 2 0% 15 1% 4 5% 3.8% 3 0% 2 5% 3 9% 3 5% 9 7% 2 9% 5 4% 2 5% 1 5% 5 5% 3 9% 4 1% 6 7% 2 5% 2 4% 2 2% 1 7% 4 9% 8 4% 4 7% 3.7% Pending Mentee Approved Mentors Requests I I 72 Pending Mentors % of Pop. (3% goal) 2,184 31 1 3 1 1 2 1 1 15 1 1 3 1 3 4 2 11 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 2 31 Pending Mentors I 31 I CBP FOIA 004468 DHS-17-0435-J-000691 Page 919 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,145 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,240 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,025 are CBP mentees 961 are MATCHED mentees 64 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,215 are CBP mentors 2,181 are CBP APPROVED mentors 34 are CBP PENDING mentors 95 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring Portal Weekly Report Report includes all Portal enrollment through 26 May, 2017 FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% participation as a mentor Roles Overall Total Participation Population* Number of Rate (5% Participants Goal) % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Number 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 329 1,557 455 1,01 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources mmediate Office of the EAC nformation Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsib lity Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International A Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine Buffalo Sector Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total Population* I 3,145 55 295 27 11 80 14 41 12 103 90 0 44 35 6 26 37 1 11 10 10 4 934 38 9 17 42 21 54 91 19 36 17 35 13 11 18 159 96 13 17 12 113 55 48 1,63 43 30 46 58 237 50 95 39 50 141 154 90 29 119 21 82 33 36 208 70 3,145 5.3% 3 3% 7.1% 5 4% 3 8% 14 5% 10 9% 2 1% 4 5% 21 5% 28 0% 0 0% 5 2% 6 0% 8 0% 11 2% 4.7% 2 7% 4 2% 5 5% 4 2% 5 4% 4.4% 6 9% 2 7% 5 2% 2 7% 4 6% 5 3% 3 8% 8 8% 17 8% 7 7% 2 0% 10 0% 13 1% 32 7% 4 8% 3 9% 9 8% 6 3% 3 5% 2 7% 16 6% 5 3% 5.6% 3 8% 4 0% 4 7% 4 1% 20 7% 3 5% 6 6% 3 2% 1 8% 7 4% 5 6% 6 6% 7 8% 4 0% 3 3% 3 7% 2 1% 5 8% 12 8% 6 9% 5.3% Total Overal Number of Participation Participant % s (5% goal) I I -0.3% 0.0% -1.7% -3.4% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -2.3% 0.0% -2.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -0.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -3.5% -2.9% -5.0% 2.9% -5.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -1.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.1% -2.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.3% 1.0% 0.0% 0.8% 0.0% 1.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -2.7% -0.3% % Growth (from previous report) I 961 15 112 13 7 40 1 17 3 31 23 24 9 3 3 12 3 2 5 2 229 9 2 7 17 6 17 21 1 3 5 6 4 1 47 34 1 4 31 7 6 531 8 10 8 9 152 8 14 8 8 36 45 32 4 42 8 29 7 6 71 26 961 % of Pop. (2% goal) 1.6% 0 9% 2.7% 2 6% 2 4% 7 3% 0 8% 0 9% 1 1% 6 5% 7 2% 0 0% 2 8% 1 5% 4 0% 1 3% 1.5% 0 0% 1 1% 1 1% 2 1% 2 7% 1.1% 1 6% 0 6% 2 1% 1 1% 1 3% 1 7% 0 9% 0 5% 1 5% 2 3% 0 3% 3 1% 1 2% 0 0% 1 4% 1 4% 0 8% 0 0% 1 2% 0 8% 2 1% 0 7% 1.8% 0 7% 1 3% 0 8% 0 6% 13 3% 0 6% 1 0% 0 7% 0 3% 1 9% 1 6% 2 4% 1 1% 1 4% 1 3% 1 3% 0 4% 1 0% 4 4% 2 6% 1.6% Paired Mentees I ALL CBP 59,162 3,145 5.3% -0.3% *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Population effective March 2017 Pending Mentee Requests 961 I Approved Mentors Number 64 2 5 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 2 2 14 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 36 1 2 1 3 2 3 9 3 6 1 5 64 2,18 40 175 13 4 40 12 24 9 73 66 19 27 3 22 21 8 6 5 2 697 28 7 11 25 15 35 73 16 30 11 26 9 10 18 114 62 11 16 8 81 50 41 1,11 34 19 38 49 111 41 77 30 41 104 107 53 25 74 14 49 27 30 141 47 2,18 3.7% 2 4% 4.2% 2 6% 1 4% 7 3% 9 3% 1 2% 3 4% 15 2% 20 6% 0 0% 2 2% 4 6% 4 0% 9 4% 2.7% 0 0% 3 1% 3 3% 2 1% 2 7% 3.3% 5 1% 2 1% 3 3% 1 6% 3 3% 3 5% 3 0% 7 4% 14 9% 5 0% 1 5% 6 9% 11 9% 32 7% 3 4% 2 5% 8 3% 5 9% 2 4% 2 0% 15 1% 4 5% 3.8% 3 0% 2 5% 3 9% 3 5% 9 7% 2 9% 5 4% 2 5% 1 5% 5 5% 3 9% 3 9% 6 7% 2 5% 2 2% 2 2% 1 7% 4 9% 8 7% 4 7% 3.7% Pending Mentee Approved Mentors Requests I I 64 Pending Mentors % of Pop. (3% goal) 2,181 34 1 3 1 1 1 2 1 1 16 1 1 3 1 3 4 2 1 12 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 2 34 Pending Mentors I 34 I CBP FOIA 004469 DHS-17-0435-J-000692 Page 920 of 975 CBP Summary Report 12 October 2017.xlsx for Printed Item: 146 ( Attachment 2 of 2) SUMMARY 3,130 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Participants 3,250 TOTAL CBP Mentoring Portal Roles 1,015 are CBP mentees 956 are MATCHED mentees 59 are mentees PENDING mentor response 2,235 are CBP mentors 2,193 are CBP APPROVED mentors 42 are CBP PENDING mentors 120 are both Mentee and Mentor CBP Mentoring Portal Weekly Report Report includes all Portal enrollment through 19 May, 2017 FY17 Goals: 2% participation as a mentee 3% participation as a mentor Roles Overall Total Participation Population* Number of Rate (5% Participants Goal) % Growth (from previous report) Paired Mentees Number 59,162 1,660 4,131 498 287 551 129 1,922 265 479 321 19 852 582 75 233 791 37 261 182 237 74 21,285 552 332 329 1,557 455 1,01 2,415 215 202 221 1,793 130 84 55 3,345 2,493 133 271 339 4,117 331 905 29,213 1,129 759 976 1,412 1,146 1,409 1,437 1,219 2,731 1,897 2,748 1,357 374 2,946 631 2,203 1,584 617 1,628 1,010 59,162 Air and Marine Operations Enterprise Services Facilites & Asset Management Finance Human Resources mmediate Office of the EAC nformation Technology Office of Acquisition Training and Development Office of Chief Counsel Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Trade Office of Professional Responsib lity Office of Public Affairs Office of the Commissioner Operations Support Operations Support Operations Support - Intelligence Operations Support - International A Operations Support - Labs Operations Support - LESC U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend Blaine Buffalo Sector Del Rio Detroit Sector El Centro El Paso Grand Forks Havre Houlton Sector Laredo Miami New Orleans Ramey Rio Grande San Diego SOG Spokane Swanton Sector Tucson USBP/HQ Yuma Office of Field Operations Atlanta Baltimore Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit El Paso Houston Laredo Los Angeles Miami/Tampa NCR New Orleans New York Preclearance San Diego San Francisco San Juan Seattle Tucson Total Population* I 3,130 54 300 28 11 80 14 41 12 103 90 0 44 35 6 26 37 1 11 10 10 4 963 38 9 17 42 21 54 91 19 35 18 35 13 11 18 156 96 13 17 12 113 55 48 1,688 43 30 46 58 237 50 95 39 50 140 152 90 29 118 21 81 33 36 208 63 3,130 5.3% 3 3% 7 3% 5 6% 3 8% 14 5% 10 9% 2 1% 4 5% 21 5% 28 0% 0 0% 5 2% 6 0% 8 0% 11 2% 4 7% 2 7% 4 2% 5 5% 4 2% 5 4% 4 5% 6 9% 2 7% 5 2% 2 7% 4 6% 5 3% 3 8% 8 8% 17 3% 8 1% 2 0% 10 0% 13 1% 32 7% 4 7% 3 9% 9 8% 6 3% 3 5% 2 7% 16 6% 5 3% 5 8% 3 8% 4 0% 4 7% 4 1% 20 7% 3 5% 6 6% 3 2% 1 8% 7 4% 5 5% 6 6% 7 8% 4 0% 3 3% 3 7% 2 1% 5 8% 12 8% 6 2% 5.3% Total Overal Number of Participation Participant % s (5% goal) I I 0.3% 1.8% 1.7% 3.6% 0.0% 0.0% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 2.8% -1.1% 0.0% -2.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -66.7% 0.0% 0.0% 22.2% 0.0% 0.2% 5.4% 0.0% 0.0% -2.3% 0.0% 1.8% -1.0% 0.0% -2.8% 0.0% 2.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -1.8% 2.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.9% 1.8% 0.0% 0.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% -2.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.7% 0.0% 5.4% 0.0% -0.8% 4.5% -1.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.3% % Growth (from previous report) I 956 15 113 14 7 40 1 17 3 31 23 24 9 3 3 12 3 2 5 2 225 9 2 7 17 6 17 21 1 2 5 6 4 1 44 34 1 4 31 7 6 529 8 10 8 9 152 8 14 8 8 36 45 31 4 42 8 28 7 6 71 26 956 % of Pop. (2% goal) 1.6% 0 9% 2.7% 2 8% 2 4% 7 3% 0 8% 0 9% 1 1% 6 5% 7 2% 0 0% 2 8% 1 5% 4 0% 1 3% 1.5% 0 0% 1 1% 1 1% 2 1% 2 7% 1.1% 1 6% 0 6% 2 1% 1 1% 1 3% 1 7% 0 9% 0 5% 1 0% 2 3% 0 3% 3 1% 1 2% 0 0% 1 3% 1 4% 0 8% 0 0% 1 2% 0 8% 2 1% 0 7% 1.8% 0 7% 1 3% 0 8% 0 6% 13 3% 0 6% 1 0% 0 7% 0 3% 1 9% 1 6% 2 3% 1 1% 1 4% 1 3% 1 3% 0 4% 1 0% 4 4% 2 6% 1.6% Paired Mentees I ALL CBP 59,162 3,130 5.3% 0.3% *Note: OFO Population effective September 2016; USBP Population effective September 2016; HQ Population effective March 2017 Pending Mentee Requests 956 I Approved Mentors Number 59 2 5 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 2 2 13 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 3 1 32 1 2 1 3 1 1 9 2 6 1 5 59 2,193 40 179 13 4 40 12 25 9 76 66 19 27 3 22 21 8 6 5 2 703 28 7 11 25 14 37 76 17 30 11 26 9 10 18 118 61 11 16 8 81 48 41 1,113 35 19 38 49 111 41 76 30 41 105 107 53 25 74 14 49 27 30 141 48 2,193 3.7% 2 4% 4.3% 2 6% 1 4% 7 3% 9 3% 1 3% 3 4% 15 9% 20 6% 0 0% 2 2% 4 6% 4 0% 9 4% 2.7% 0 0% 3 1% 3 3% 2 1% 2 7% 3.3% 5 1% 2 1% 3 3% 1 6% 3 1% 3 7% 3 1% 7 9% 14 9% 5 0% 1 5% 6 9% 11 9% 32 7% 3 5% 2 4% 8 3% 5 9% 2 4% 2 0% 14 5% 4 5% 3.8% 3 1% 2 5% 3 9% 3 5% 9 7% 2 9% 5 3% 2 5% 1 5% 5 5% 3 9% 3 9% 6 7% 2 5% 2 2% 2 2% 1 7% 4 9% 8 7% 4 8% 3.7% Pending Mentee Approved Mentors Requests I I 59 Pending Mentors % of Pop. (3% goal) 2,193 42 1 3 1 1 1 2 1 1 22 1 1 1 3 1 3 1 4 2 2 1 2 14 2 1 1 1 4 1 1 2 1 42 Pending Mentors I 42 I CBP FOIA 004470 DHS-17-0435-J-000693 Page 921 of 975 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20229 U.S.Customs and Border Protection Released via FOIAonline account. October 31, 2019 CBP-2018-005705 Austin Evers American Oversight Washington, DC 20005 Dear Mr. Evers: As agreed to in American Oversight v. U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Case No. 1: 18-cv-01337, this is the ninth interim response to your Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), on behalf of American Oversight, in which you are seeking: 1.) All electronic mail containing any of the following terms: a. Catch of the Day b. #CatchOfTheDay c. Keeping America Safe d. #KeepingAmericaSafe 2.) All electronic mail containing the word "hashtag" and any of the following words or phrases: a. S1 b. S2 c. Secretary d. Deputy Secretary e. DepSec f. Kelly g. Duke 3.) All electronic mail containing any hashtags ("#") and any of the following words or phrases: a. Illegal b. Illegals c. Alien d. Aliens e. Felon f. Felons g. Criminal h. Criminals A search of CBP databases has identified records responsive to your request, 875 pages of which are now being produced. CBP has determined that 64 pages of the records are partially releasable, pursuant to Title 5 U.S.C. ? 552 (b)(3), (b)(7)(E), (b)(6), and (b)(7)(C); 349 pages have been withheld in full pursuant to Title 5 U.S.C. ? 552 (b)(3), (b)(5), (b)(6), and (b)(7)(C); and 462 pages are being released in full. Uploaded to your FOIAonline account are 875 pages with certain information withheld as described below: FOIA Exemption (b)(3) specifically exempted from disclosure by statute (other than Section 552b of this title) provided that such statute requires that the matters be withheld from the public in such a manner as to leave no discretion on the issue, in this instance the specific statute is 41 U.S.C. ? 2102 Contractor bid or proposal information, source selection information. FOIA Exemption (b)(5) exempts from disclosure those inter- or intra-agency documents that are normally privileged in the civil discovery context. The three most frequently invoked privileges are the deliberative process privilege, the attorney work-product privilege, and the attorney-client privilege. After carefully reviewing the responsive documents, I have determined that portions of the responsive documents qualify for protection under the Deliberative Process Privilege: The types of records withheld under this privilege include Issue Papers, briefings, drafts, and expressions of candid opinions, the release of which would discourage or inhibit the free and frank exchange of information among agency personnel. FOIA Exemption (b)(6) exempts from disclosure personnel or medical files and similar files the release of which would cause a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. This requires a balancing of the public's right to disclosure against the individual's right privacy. The types of documents and/or information that we have withheld may consist of names, email address, and phone numbers. The privacy interests of the individuals in the records you have requested outweigh any minimal public interest in disclosure of the information. Any private interest you may have in that information does not factor into the aforementioned balancing test. FOIA Exemption (b)(7)(C) protects records or information compiled for law enforcement purposes that could reasonably be expected to constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. This exemption takes particular note of the strong interests of individuals, whether they are suspects, witnesses, or investigators, in not being unwarrantably associated with alleged criminal activity. That interest extends to persons who are not only the subjects of the investigation, but those who may have their privacy invaded by having their identities and information about them revealed in connection with an investigation. Based upon the traditional recognition of strong privacy interest in law enforcement records, categorical withholding of information that identifies third parties in law enforcement records is ordinarily appropriate. FOIA Exemption (b)(7)(E) protects records compiled for law enforcement purposes, the release of which would disclose techniques and/or procedures for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions, or would disclose guidelines for law enforcement investigations or prosecutions if such disclosure could reasonably be expected to risk circumvention of the law. CBP has determined that disclosure could reasonably be expected to risk circumvention of the law. This completes CBP's ninth interim response to your request. If you have questions or concerns regarding this interim response, you may contact Assistant United States Attorney Denise M. Clark at (202) 252-6605. Please notate file number CBP-2018-005705 on any future correspondence to CBP related to this request. Sincerely, Jodi Drengson FOIA Analyst, FOIA Division U.S. Customs and Border Protection Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) CHAPTER 1 Origins of DHS, CBP, and Expanding Footprint Borders are heaven, they are nirvana for traffickers and for the illicit networks in which they function.1 Michael Miklaucic Director, Center for Complex Operations The morning was just like every other morning; people took their kids to work, others were on their way for their morning coffee, and the United States lived in an isolationist bubble. A new, soon to be appointed, government employee reported for his second day in Washington, DC. Robert C. Bonner had reported for duty, but had yet to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the Commissioner for the U.S. Customs. At that time, U.S. Customs resided under the Treasury Department. Commissioner Bonner and the lives of everyone else in the country were about to change indefinitely. At 9:35 am, hijackers flew two commercial airplanes into the World Trade Center in New York City, one into the Pentagon in Northern Virginia, and a fourth planned to fly into the U.S. Capitol. This act of foreign grown terrorism on U.S. soil had horrific effects on the nation with 2,933 innocent lives taken. A number of changes were to come that would reverberate through the rest of U.S. history, including the invasion of Afghanistan and Iraq, the creation of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), a change in the way the U.S. combatted terrorism, and the loss of a nation's innocence. Immediately after the attacks, Commissioner Bonner knew that a change in the mission of U.S. Customs Service was essential to the survival of the U.S. Bonner made the dramatic change in the priority mission of Customs from interdiction of drugs and regulation of trade to 1 Michael Miklaucic and Moises Naim, "The Criminal State," in Convergence: Illicit Networks and National Security in the Age of Globalization (Washington, D.C.: National Defense University Press, 2013), 149. 3 CBP FOIA 004471 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000001 Page 202 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) preventing terrorists and terrorist weapons from getting into the United States. This led to a number of changes that will be discussed later in the paper, but the first step was to refocus the agency and personnel as a whole. Commissioner Bonner began his third day with an all hands meeting of U.S. Customs employees worldwide. He emphasized the importance of the attacks and how the priority mission had changed to preventing terrorist and terrorist weapons from entering the United States.2 The U.S. had been lulled into a false sense of security by the illusion that the vast oceans that surround the country and its relationship with peaceful neighbors would protect the nation. This idea of containment and mutual deterrence against this type of enemy was obviously not effective; a change had to be made. The United States, under President George Bush, took a three-pronged approach both to fighting the terrorist threat against the U.S. and global terrorism in general. First, the U.S. would go on the offensive and go after the terrorists, their leaders, and the countries that harbor them. Second, the U.S. would have a strong, coordinated defense of the homeland, which led to the formation of the new Department of Homeland Security. Lastly, the U.S. would begin an aggressive information operation campaign to undermine the jihadi message. Since its founding in 1789, the U.S. Customs Service has guarded the U.S. ports of entry and collected tariffs on goods coming into the United States. In 1924, the U.S. Border Patrol was created primarily to stop illegal entries along the U.S.-Mexico and Canadian International Borders.3 Each agency held a similar mission of protecting the nation's borders, but were under different parent agencies. After the tragedy of September 11, 2001, Congress created the Department of Homeland Security, and both agencies merged to form U. S. Customs and Border 2 Robert C. Bonner, "Securing the transnational movement of trade and people in the era of global terrorism." Strategic Insights, June 2006, 2-4. 3 U.S. Customs and Border Protection. "About CBP." 4 CBP FOIA 004472 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000002 Page 203 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Protection (CBP). It is now the mission of CBP "to safeguard America's borders thereby protecting the public from dangerous people and materials while enhancing the Nation's global economic competitiveness by enabling legitimate trade and travel."4 It is now understood by the U.S. government and its citizens that the U.S. must "take the fight" to the people who are attempting to do the U.S. harm. Although on a smaller scale, CBP has a direct parallel to the Department of Defense and the "War on Terror" in order to prevent attacks on the homeland. CBP is expanding into foreign countries to be more effective and keep the bad actors away from U.S. soil. In order to fulfill the requirements of President Bush's three-pronged strategy, an aggressive reorganization of the defense of the homeland took place. The formation of the Department of Homeland Security was the largest reorganization of the federal government since 1947. The Homeland Security Act of 2002 (P.L. 107-296) created a framework for the transfer of all or part of 22 different federal agencies into the newly formed Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This included the U.S. Customs Service, U.S. Border Patrol, and U.S. Coast Guard. Title IV of the Act created the Directorate of Homeland Security headed by the Under Secretary for Border and Transportation Security.5 The Directorate was tasked with three responsibilities: ? Prevent the entry of terrorists and the instruments of terrorism into the U. S.; ? Ensure the speedy, orderly, and efficient flow of lawful traffic and commerce and; ? Establish the U.S. Customs Service and the office of Customs within DHS. 4 U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Vision and Strategy 2020, (Washington DC: Government Printing Office, 2014), 7. 5 Sec. 401 of P.L. 107-296; 6 U.S.C. 70114 5 CBP FOIA 004473 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000003 Page 204 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) The Homeland Security Act directed the President to reorganize the agencies under DHS no later than 60 days from the enactment. This moved personnel, assets, and obligations from the 22 affected agencies into DHS (See Figure 1). Part of this reorganization was the formation of a "One Border Agency" idea, which became U. S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). In addition, the U.S. Customs Service was renamed the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and was to include the Office of Field Operations (OFO), U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), and later the Office of Air and Marine (OAM).6 The Homeland Security Act accomplished a number of goals. First, it abolished a broken Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS), which had issued visas to several of the 9/11 terrorist hijackers six months after the attacks on America. The duties of the INS were divided and streamlined among the new DHS agencies to prevent further mistakes. Second, it combined the personnel from the United States Border Patrol, previously under the Department of Justice, with the U.S. Customs Service and the border inspectors of the U.S. Department of Agriculture under the new CBP banner.7 This allowed for one single agency to manage, control, and secure the nation's borders to include all the official ports of entry and the area between these ports for 6 On the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security, see archived CRS Report RL 31549, Department of Homeland Security: Consolidation of Border and Transportation Security Agencies, by Jennifer E. Lake; and archived CRS Report RL31493, Homeland Security: Department Organization And Management--Legislative Phase, by Harold C. Relyea. 7 U.S. Congress, House, Committee on Homeland Security, Reorganization Plan Modification for the Department of Homeland Security, Communication from the President of the United States, House Document 108-32, 108th Cong., 1st sess., February 3, 2003. 6 CBP FOIA 004474 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000004 Page 205 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) the purposes of preventing terrorist and terrorist weapons (bio and agro terrorism included) from entering the country, while promoting legitimate trade and travel. U.S. Department of Home land Securi ty SEcRETUY DEPUTY S K RETARY Sa ENCE a """"""""""' T EOtNOUMiY DIRE:crou. TI DIRE.croRA TI PaTI ONAl P:ROTKJlON oPltoG DIR.ECTOM Tt Poucr OtcEF Ftl!MNCJAI. OfRcEA OmCEOF HEALTH A.ff.AIRS OfflCEOf PUlNE RSHIP a. EN<oRDIIM.TlON FE.DEM.LIAW ENKMtCEMENr DET'Kno N Off JCI U.S.CUsTc>>itSa OfR CEOF TIII Of PaVAII Container Security Initiati e Office of Field Operations OPERATIONAL PORTS 11 FIGURE 3. Advise and Train CBP Attaches Custom and Border Protection has also included CBP Attaches and International advisors in multiple countries around the world to increase the layered approach and to assist our international partners in capacity building programs. Attaches are posted in U.S. embassies and consulates in foreign host nations and work closely with U.S. partners and with the host nation government entities. CBP personnel work closely with U.S. investigative and intelligence 11 Ibid. U.S. Customs and Border Protection. 22 CBP FOIA 004490 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000020 Page 221 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) personnel and advise the U.S. Ambassador and agencies of CBP programs and capabilities. These attaches assist in bridging the gap between the U.S. government and host nation governments in the previous mentioned programs in which necessitate host nation cooperation. International advisors typically are embedded with U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), other U.S. government agencies, or with the host nation border agencies. The advisors serve as consultants and trainers on international migration issues, infrastructure modernization, contraband detection, and interdiction. These operational relationships with the interagency and international partnerships are vital to the overseas footprint and effectiveness for U.S. and host nation security.12 International Advisors The U.S. military and government civilians are often tasked with providing stability operations to countries with which the U.S. has strategic relationships or that have asked for assistance. Local police play a unique role in the reconstruction of a democratic government. Foreign militaries can suppress violence and battle crime, but it is better left to law enforcement professionals. Local law enforcement can win the allegiance of the population on behalf of the local government and bring stability back to a region. The professional manner of the local police reflects the character and capacity of the government that is being reformed and reconstructed. Therefore, the police can provide crucial information when dealing with violent political factions and demonstrate to the local populace that the government is worth supporting. 12 "The Outer Ring of Border Security: DHS's International Security Programs." States News Service, 2015. 23 CBP FOIA 004491 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000021 Page 222 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Secondly, they provide security for the citizens of that country. If the local populace does not feel secure, education, employment, and economic development are in jeopardy.13 U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents are deployed to countries on six of the seven continents, excluding Antarctica, to provide training and technical advice to foreign host nations. The role of the adviser can range from advising General David Petraeus in Afghanistan on how best to secure the Afghanistan/Pakistan International border; to providing tracking skills to Federal Park Rangers in Kenya to combat poaching; to technical assistance on safeguarding containers with Non-Intrusive Inspection equipment in Spain. CBP personnel are deployed all over the world for differing reasons and deployment durations. However, they all offer a very valuable service to the host nation country, enable CBP to expand its ring of influence, and provide added security for the homeland. 13 David H. Bayley and Robert Perito, The police in war: fighting insurgency, terrorism, and violent crime. (Boulder: Lynne Rienner Publishers, 210), 150. 24 CBP FOIA 004492 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000022 Page 223 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Chapter 4 Challenges Any type of operation or overseas deployment has a cost-benefit analysis and naysayers who think that operation is too expensive or not effective enough for continued use. As briefly highlighted in Chapter Two, there are a number of counter arguments as to why CBP should not be deployed overseas and should remain in the homeland. Budgetary concerns, cultural issues, operational effectiveness, and complexity of the problem (as seen below) are the major issues that have been offered as to why CBP's footprint should not be expanded. Because the Department of Defense is a much larger organization and has more background with such issues, the parallels, as mentioned earlier in this paper, will be analyzed along with other references for a defensible counter argument. The New Global Security Envlroment National Security Threats from llllclt Networks llllclt Activities Narcotics Traffick ing Financial Crimes Secur ity Human Traffick ing Society Cybercrimes Governance Arms Trafficking Corruption / Extortion Counterfeiting 1 FIGURE 4. 1 Michael Miklaucic, and Moises Naim. "The Criminal State," in Convergence: Illicit Networks and National Security in the Age of Globalization (Washington, D.C.: National Defense University Press, 2013), 150-151. 25 CBP FOIA 004493 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000023 Page 224 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Budget Constraints As with any operation, agency, or department, one's budget is what drives the ability to complete the mission. In the last 15 years, the U.S. has been involved in two very costly wars in Afghanistan and Iraq costing roughly $ 4.8 trillion. This figure includes: direct Congressional war appropriations; war related increases to the Pentagon base budget; veteran care and disability; increase in the homeland security budget; interest payments on direct war borrowing; foreign assistance spending; and estimated future obligations for veterans' care.2 Although CBP's overall budget is only a fraction of that, it still affects the overall budget of the U.S. Government and contributes to the budget constraints on all departments and agencies. The budget of CBP in 1995 was $1.4 billion. After the attacks of 9/11, by 2006, the budget had almost quadrupled to $4.7 billion.3 For 2017, the proposed CBP budget is $13.9 billion. This is a considerable increase in funding for manpower, technology, and infrastructure. Within that number are the numerous personnel and operating costs needed to train, house, and protect the agents that are stationed overseas. On May 29, 2015, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Jeh Johnson announced DHS's intention to enter into negotiations to expand air pre-clearance to ten new foreign airports, located in nine separate countries. In 2014, nearly 20 million passengers traveled from these ten international airport to the U.S. As discussed earlier, preclearance allows for the complete inspection of the individual before boarding the flight. More than 16 million individuals traveled through one of CBP's pre-clearance locations in Canada, Ireland, the 2 Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs, "Costs of War," Brown University, http://watson.brown.edu/costsofwar/figures/2016/us-budgetary-costs-wars-through-2016-479-trillion-andcounting (accessed December 28, 2016). 3 Harold Kennedy, "Border Security," National Defense, Vol. 91, Issue 632, (July 2006): 47. 26 CBP FOIA 004494 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000024 Page 225 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Caribbean, or the United Arab Emirates in FY 2015. CBP's goal by 2024 is to process 33 percent of the U.S. bound air travelers abroad, before they ever board an airplane. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2016 (Pub. L. No. 114-113) provided the up-front appropriations that CBP may use to cover costs of pre-clearance operations until reimbursements are collected. The intent of this program is for reimbursements to help fund the cost of the program. These reimbursement come from airport operators. As of FY 2017, CBP has not collected any of the reimbursements from foreign airports. This, of course, may change in the future, but with the perception of the deep pockets of the U.S. government, foreign airports have been reluctant to pay to have U.S. CBP agents in their airports conducting security checks on the their citizens before departing. At issues is whether those agents and funding for them would be better utilized in the U.S. where there is positive control and better access to needed technology to conduct 100% checks. Having an effective number of agents deployed internationally performs a number of deterrence phases to the security of the homeland and increases the security of the host nation partners. The U.S. funds the CBP officers and the host nation covers the pre-clearance operations. With increased security, lower wait times for passengers, and increased throughput of cargo, the host nation is more effective and efficient. Ultimately, this program has proven to be successful and should remain, however, efforts must be increased to collect reimbursements. Cultural Issues Cultural issues that can provide obstacles to overseas deployment and combatting transnational criminal organizations are both external (host nation) and internal to the U.S. agencies countering these organizations. Networks of criminal organizations, terrorists, and smugglers are not a concept new to the 21st century; they are as old as man himself. The new 27 CBP FOIA 004495 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000025 Page 226 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) and emerging issues with these networks are their ability to globalize and the U.S. ability to counteract them. The methods for smuggling are no longer simple trails with donkeys loaded with illegal goods. Globalization has increased the quantity and speed at which items can move. Because of the international networks and number of players there is a lack of data regarding the operations and structures of these networks. If data is available, the networks are so complex that the computer models, testing, and tools do not have the technical capability to interpret them. This conceptual underdevelopment of the study of illicit networks and organizations is one of the core problems and provides for an enormous vacuum to counteract them. Sociologists, criminologists, and anthropologist all perceive transnational criminal organizations as differing phenomena. Sociologist view these organizations from a model based on their discipline, emphasizing the dynamics of collective human behavior. Criminologists tend to view transnational crime as an extension of individual criminality, best left to law enforcement agencies. Anthropologists, political scientists, and international relations specialists perceive the phenomenon through their colored lenses, which are also conflicting. These academic conflicts inevitably lead to conceptual confusion, competing models, and interdisciplinary competition for a definition of what transnational criminal organization are and how to combat them. 4 This academic confusion also bleeds over into the operational aspects of combatting international transnational criminal organizations. Lawyers will see them differently from law enforcement professional, who will see them differently from Department of Defense personnel. All have a vested interest in their niches and agendas. The number of agencies that are attempting to combat transnational crime are as numerous and varied as the networks they are 4 Ibid. Miklaucic, and Naim. 150-151. 28 CBP FOIA 004496 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000026 Page 227 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) attacking. Each organization has its own organizational culture, methods, authorities, jurisdictions, and idiosyncrasies. Just a few of the organizations who are involved in the effort to counter the illicit networks are: the State Department, Department of Defense, Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and the Treasury Department. These parent organizations are further broken down into the Federal Bureau of Investigation; the Drug Enforcement Administration; the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives; and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. To further complicate issues, various intelligence agencies are involved, including the Central Intelligence Agency, Defense Intelligence Agency, and each of the DHS agency intelligence offices. Law enforcement organizations understand their role as building criminal cases and prosecuting the individual or organization in a court of law. Whereas military organizations tend to view the challenges in terms of battle campaigns and strikes. The problem of information sharing between organizations is also extremely difficult because of classifications and internal relationships. The differences that have been discussed above are just a few of the problems preventing effective cooperation and the ability to be successful against the transnational criminal networks.5 Even more complicated can be the relationship between host nation countries with respect to each other and with the United States. These aforementioned conceptual seams create differing perceptions of illicit networks and illicit commerce within multilateral and bilateral efforts to combat transnational crime. Some nation-states view narcotic trafficking as a demand problem, while others view it as a supply problem; counterfeiting can be seen as a violation of international law or, it may be viewed as a jobs program and method to inject money into the system. National borders are what create price differentiation and supply and demand issues that 5 Ibid., 150. 29 CBP FOIA 004497 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000027 Page 228 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) drive the profits of illegal commerce. Borders also provide a safe haven for criminals, terrorists, and illicit networks to hide within. The laws of the nation-state, differences in sovereignty, and border seams allow for the constant jumping back and forth between countries. This creates jurisdictional nightmares for governmental agencies working to combat illegal activities. So while borders are very confining and necessary for national sovereignty, they allow for traffickers to justify their existence, protect them, make their way of life possible, and allow their business to be profitable.6 Operational Effectiveness There are three conceptual delusions regarding transnational criminal networks that influence the way nation-states, law enforcement, defense departments, and civilians combat them. The first is the attitude that crime is crime, and it has been around since the beginning of time, and there is nothing new out there. This is the wrong way to view the problem. The velocity and magnitude of illicit commerce today are unprecedented, representing between 2 to 25 percent of global products.7 That amount of illicit goods greatly contributes to a culture of corruption, physical threats against nation states, and the loss of billions of dollars in legal taxes and tariffs. Secondly, illicit networks and transnational crime are often viewed as just about crime and criminals. If the problem is dealt with in a traditional way, with the typical institutions of law enforcement, courts, and jails, the problem will not be solved. The challenge is with the public institutions, and integrity of public administration and their ability to provide incentives and reinforce the value of service to the state. This needs to be a grassroots effort that starts in the schools, churches, homes, and communities through media and with the application of 6 7 Ibid., 151-152. Ibid., 152. 30 CBP FOIA 004498 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000028 Page 229 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) incentives and disincentives. Lastly, the individuals involved cannot be regarded as criminals and deviants. Cesare Lombroso, a 1900th century Italian criminologist, argued that criminal nature is inherited and represents a regression from normal human development. His theory of anthropological criminology does not apply and these criminal individuals are only a product of their situation.8 Just because one is a criminal does not necessarily mean he is a deviant. Approximately 8 to 10 percent of China's gross domestic product is associated with the manufacturing and sale of counterfeit goods. Even more alarming, sixty percent of Afghanistan's gross national product comes from the cultivation, production, and distribution of the poppy.9 Utilizing these two examples and noting the number of people who are involved in the transnational networks, are they guilty of breaking criminal statutes and deviants or just trying to provide for their families? This only adds to the complexity of the problem, who to arrest, and how to attack it. As discussed earlier in this paper, deterrence is the primary method CBP utilizes to combat transnational crime. By utilizing multiple checks and layered security, the bad actors know it is almost impossible to avoid detection through the common channels that they would commonly move people or illegal goods. For this reason they must utilize other, more expensive, dangerous paths. These commodity chains often span significant geographic areas and require multiple steps, payments, and individuals to be successful. Those who often move the products do not have direct access to money laundering, hawala networks, or transportation networks for the profits of these commodities. Payments are made with cash, weapons, drugs, 8 9 David Horn, The Criminal Body: Lombroso and the Anatomy of Deviance, (New York: Routledge 2006), 18. Ibid., Miklaucic, and Naim, 150. 31 CBP FOIA 004499 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000029 Page 230 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) chemicals or other materials that are deemed valuable to the network.10 This creates huge losses and complexities in the chain and makes the transportation of illicit goods and people very difficult. The true issue with deterrence operations, whether in Department of Defense or U.S. Customs and Border Protection operations, is that there is no true way of knowing if deterrence is effective. The previous paragraphs illustrate how deterrence operations are intended to work and cause discomfort and confusion for transnational criminal organizations. However, there are no measures of effectiveness on the quantity of an illegal good or the number of people that are still making it into the U.S. without inspection. At best, it is estimated that only one third of all illegal aliens and illicit material are being interdicted. Some argue that CBP personnel and resources would be better allocated in the homeland where interdictions and arrests can be better measured and personnel are playing on their home turf. Measuring direct and indirect impacts to transnational crimes require a great number of assumptions, data, and models that cannot totally be understood because of the size and complexity. However, using the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC's) model for impact of illegal markets it is estimated that the total amount for illegal drugs, human trafficking, excised goods, environmental crimes, and counterfeits can reach the $1.5 trillion in direct and indirect effect on society.11 With those facts it is important for CBP to do everything 10 Douglas Farah, "Fixers, Super Fixers, and Shadow Facilitator: How Networks Connect," in Convergence: Illicit Networks and National Security in the Age of Globalization, (Washington, D.C.: National Defense University Press, 2013), 75-76. 11 Justin Picard, "Can We Estimate the Global Scale and Impact of Illicit Trade" in Convergence: Illicit Networks and National Security in the Age of Globalization, (Washington, D.C.: National Defense University Press, 2013), 57. 32 CBP FOIA 004500 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000030 Page 231 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) in its power to combat these issues. Providing deterrence in foreign countries to increase the chance of seizures and the arrest of individuals is well worth the effort, risk, and funding. 33 CBP FOIA 004501 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000031 Page 232 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Chapter 5 Recommendations and Conclusion Recommendations This paper has outlined the benefits of CBP's expansion overseas and will provide recommendations on how that expansion can continue and improve both the host nation and the U.S.'s national security. The first recommendation is to continue the assessment of the countries in which CBP is invested. The Assistant Commissioner of International Affairs, Mark R. Koumans, twice a year has either a face-to-face or a secure video teleconference meeting with all of the CBP attaches worldwide to discuss the status of CBP, the impact it is having in those host nations, and if continued engagement is needed. These semi-annual assessments ensure that CBP's personnel and budget are utilized wisely and effectively. The agency and the attaches are flexible and adaptable enough that if they need to return to the U.S. it can be accomplished rather quickly. Second, CBP should continue and expand its overseas short term deployment to countries that request assistance. The Border Patrol Special Operations Group needs to continue to send teams to countries that need assessments. Short term deployment teams are able to assess what a country's border enforcement capability and capacities are and how to improve them. The gaps could be in hiring, initial training, leadership, and or technology and infrastructure. Although most countries do not have the financial abilities to train, equip, and provide infrastructure similar to the U.S., small improvements in training, tactics, and procedures can greatly influence one's ability to be more effective. 34 CBP FOIA 004502 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000032 Page 233 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Lastly, the Office of Field Operations needs to engage the CBP Office of Trade to continue and expand their international operations and advisement. Enforcement is only half of the CBP mission, the other half is the facilitation of trade and travel. CBP personnel need to engage individuals in transit to the U.S., container security initiatives, and trade procedures. The U.S., if needed, could lock the border down so no one could enter or depart. This idea, however, is not conducive to the American way of life both for personal travel and for the goods the U.S. imports and exports. There needs to be a balance between travel and trade and enforcement and interdiction. Conclusion This paper has outlined the events that led to the formation of the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the damage that transnational criminal organizations can do to U.S. national interests and security, how CBP's expanding footprint is assisting with the security of the homeland, the challenges and counter-argument to CBP's expansion, and finally recommendations for expansion of overseas operations to further the efficiency and effectiveness on the CBP mission. Both sides of the original thesis question: Bigfoot or big mistake: Is CBP's expanding footprint helping or hurting homeland security? have been addressed. CBP International Affairs is only a small part of DHS and an even smaller part of the giant U.S. government. 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Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs, "Costs of War," Brown University, http://watson.brown.edu/costsofwar/figures/2016/us-budgetary-costs-wars-through-2016-479trillion-and-counting (accessed December 28, 2016). 38 CBP FOIA 004506 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000036 Page 237 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 12 ( Attachment 2 of 2) VITA Mr. Christopher M. Seiler, (DHS/CBP) is the Patrol Agent in Charge serving in the U.S. Border Patrol. He began his career in 2001 in San Diego Sector. In 2005 he became a member of the Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) and served on numerous overseas assignments, including Iraq. In 2008 he was promoted to Supervisory Border Patrol Agent in Imperial Beach, CA. He became an Assistant Attache in Kabul, Afghanistan for CBP International Affairs from 20112013. Following his service as an attache he was promoted to Operations Officer at the U.S. Border Patrol Headquarters in Washington, D.C., where he was later promoted to Assistant Chief in 2013. His most recent command is the Patrol Agent in Charge of the Special Operations Detachment in McAllen, TX. Mr. Seiler has a B.S. in Criminal Justice and a Master's Certificate in Advance International Affairs. 39 CBP FOIA 004507 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000037 Page 238 of 5682 From : To : Cc: Bee: Subject: Date : Attachments : RON NIXON INTERVIEW WITH Mon Nov 20 20 17 23 :38:55 EST SGI-Kenya Overv iew.docx Thes is.pdf ONSG I Good evening, I wanted to share the content/con text of today's successful backg round interv iew on the Secur ity Governance Initiative in Kenya between Ron Nixon of the NY Times and CBP Attache. S' global - The info rmation shared with the reporter will be used to educate his story ~ efense of the U.S. borders. Information used in the article (beyond educat ing't he reporte r) will be attributab le to a 'CBP official'. This is a long-term piece so the publication date is not expected until late December - or later as he's continu ing his research by speak ing to HSI in South Africa , flying on a P-3 mission supporting JIATF South, befo re speaking with CBP Act ing Commissioner McAleenan in mid-December. He's already spo ken with AS1 Duke and other OHS officia ls. Th is story/project was approved by the OHS Ass't Secretary for Public Affairs , of CBP The back rounder took lace at The Tribe Hote l at 11 a.m . loca l faci litated by PAO utes OPA with as the subject matter expert . The backgrounder lasted ~ and top ics covere me u ed the current Secur ity Governance Initiative in Ken a and how it's being implemented in country and the benefits to both Kenya and U.S. . provided background on his day-to-day engagemen ts and types of ass istance being provI e - primar ily training along with ass istance with reporting across agencies and how to faci litate that in a more timely fash ion . He discussed the various agencies with whom DHS/ CBP interacts and what region (s) for which he is respons ible as attache. CBP FOIA 004508 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000038 Page 239 of 5682 - The reporter asked directly 'what benefit does the U.S. garner in assisting Kenya?' (b)(6); responded (b)(7)since when that by enhancing border security in Kenya, we enhance the security of the U.S. border Kenya identifies risks, threats, and vulnerabilities, the U.S. shares in that enhanced security since those RTVs could also be used to target the U.S. but this allows the U.S. to mitigate those RTVs at the point of origin. There were myriad clarification questions such as how CBP is represented on the African continent and how does CBP accomplish the training, etc. - (b)(6); then provided Ron the names of people he can speak to in Kenya for their take on the initiative. (b)(7) Due to the situation in Zimbabwe, Ron Nixon had to cut this visit to Kenya short and is departing on Tuesday, November 21 to cover that situation. To remind those who may not have seen the initial request, Mr. Nixon's inspiration came from a master' s thesis written in June of this year by PAIC Christopher Seiler at National Defense University entitled: BIGFOOT OR BIG MISTAKE: IS CBP'S EXPANDING FOOTPRINT HELPING OR HURTHING HOMELAND SECURITY. Prior to travelling, Mr. Nixon was given background on SGI and our engagement with the Government of Kenya by (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) and (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) of CBP International Affairs. Ron Nixon was also a participant on the public affairs' media panel when the GOK representatives were in Woodbridge, VA for communication training/assistance - so he was already familiar with that management pillar of this initiative. My assessment is that this was an extremely productive background interview and the story will be far better informed. Ron Nixon was extremely grateful to (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) for taking the time to speak with him especially given that the election of President Kenyatta was upheld by the Kenya Supreme Court only a half-an-hour earlier. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Director, Media Division Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection Desk: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 004509 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000039 Page 240 of 5682 SGI-Kenya Overview.docx for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 1 of 2) U.S. Customs and Border Protection Security Governance Initiative (SGI)-Kenya Overview End state: Assist the Government of Kenya (GOK) in developing the processes, procedures, and systems for a coordinated border management structure. CBP is supporting the GOK's development and implementation of a Kenya Border Management Strategy. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is focusing on four pillars of engagement that are viewed as essential elements of a coordinated border management structure. The four pillars are: 1. Statutory and Legal Framework Development 2. Public Affairs-Internal and External Communications Strategy and Implementation Plan Development 3. Strategic Planning (Joint Strategy Development Processes) 4. Information Sharing Architecture Development Pillar Alignment to the SGI U.S.-Kenya Joint Country Action Plan (JCAP): The following chart outlines how each JCAP objective and sub-objectives align to a border management pillar and fulfills the JCAP objective and recommendations. The only pillar that does not correlate directly to a JCAP objective is the Public Affairs pillar. However, it is a critical component of a coordinated border management structure. JCAP Objective Develop and implement the Kenya Border Management Strategy. This strategy should include the following elements: ? The overall strategic vision for border management. ? Identification of the lead agency that will have the authority to provide command and control for an integrated border management system. ? Identification of the supporting agencies for border management. ? Roles and responsibilities for each agency involved in border management. ? General identification of resources to include budgetary, human and material. ? Legal and statutory bases for border management. Pillar ? Pillar #1: Statutory and Legal Framewo Development Develop and implement the Kenya Border Management Strategy. o Legal and statutory bases for border management. o Roles and responsibilities for eac agency. o Identification of the supporting agencies for border managemen o Directives on creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). ? Pillar #3: Strategic Planning Develop and implement the Kenya Border Management Strategy. o Roles and responsibilities for eac agency. o Identification of the supporting agencies for border managemen CBP FOIA 004510 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000040 Page 242 of 5682 SGI-Kenya Overview.docx for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Develop key border security infrastructure for land, air, maritime and rail. ? o The overall strategic vision for border management. o Directives on creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). o Identify measures for capacity building Pillar #4: Information-sharing Architecture Development CBP considers information sharing/coordination among border management agencies a critical system tha enhances border security at ports of entry (land, air, maritime, and rail). Informationsharing is focused on enhancing the flow of information between agencies at a port of entry, between ports of entry, between port of entry and headquarters, and between the Government of Kenya (GOK) and the U.S. government. In addition, the Automated Targeting System-Global is classified as "hard infrastructure" that will help to build a more coordinated information-sharing syste at GOK ports of entry. CBP's approach to engagements under SGI: All of CBP's programs (concepts, planning, and implementation) have required and will continue to require heavy participation and consultation by the GOK. The majority of ideas for programs occur during the study visits. Due to the organic nature in program development (based on conversations, interest, and expressed need from GOK counterparts during study visits), all of CBP's programs are specifically tailored for the GOK. Activities such as the International Strategic Operational Planning Workshop in August 2015, the Implementation Plan Development Workshop in March 2016, the Public Affairs and Legal Authorities Workshops in August and September 2016, and the Layered Approach Concept Engagement in January 2017 were all customized programs that expand on relevant topics that support the four pillars, deepen understanding about coordination and integration, and transfer knowledge on CBP's lessons learned and best practices in the 15 years that CBP was created. Through SGI, CBP provides tailored programs and activities that address the specific issues surrounding the creation of an integrated border management structure to assist the GOK in creating a more coordinated, and eventually unified border management institution in Kenya. CBP will continue to work with counterparts in the Border Management Secretariat (BMS) to tee up key decisions for coordinated border management to the Border Control and Operations Coordination Committee (BCOCC). CBP assumes that the BMS is the primary entity to work with on border management in order to advance the policies, processes, and procedures for CBP FOIA 004511 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000041 Page 243 of 5682 SGI-Kenya Overview.docx for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 1 of 2) coordination that would support long-term institutional change. The primary goal is to transfer knowledge on the important concepts and ideas concerning coordination and to see a sustainable coordinated border management structure (with supporting processes and procedures) in Kenya. Pillar Alignment to CBP engagement objectives: CBP's engagements are aimed at building the GOK's capacity in developing a coordinated border management structure. The following chart organizes each pillar with their associated objectives. Pillar Pillar #1: Statutory and Legal Framework Development Pillar #2: Public Affairs-Internal and External Communications Strategy Development Objectives Assist chief counsel working group in developing the statutory framework to implement coordinated border management policies Provide the legal backing for policies that support coordinatio among GOK border management agencies. ? Assist the GOK in drafting legal frameworks and other legal instruments to make coordination legally binding among GOK border management agencies. ? Assist the GOK in developing a process to sensitize employe the legal statutes and frameworks that facilitate coordination among border management agencies. Assist public affairs working group in developing internal and external communications strategies and corresponding implementation plans so that the GOK's border management concept is communicated to border management agencies, the media, and to the Kenyan people ? ? ? Internal Communications Strategy and Implementation Plan Development - work with public affairs working group to develop an internal communications strategy and implementa plan. Internal communications focuses on 1. introducing the idea and developing awareness within border management agencies about the GOK's coordinated bord management concept; 2. communicating the imminent changes surrounding a new, coordinated border management structure to employees, level managers, port managers, and senior-level officials within border management agencies; and 3. establishing SOPs to disseminate information in a more coordinated way to relevant border management agencies External Communications Strategy and Implementation Plan Development - work with public affairs working group and Kenyan media professionals to develop external communicat strategy and corresponding implementation plan. External CBP FOIA 004512 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000042 Page 244 of 5682 SGI-Kenya Overview.docx for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 1 of 2) communications focuses on: 1. assisting the GOK's border management agencies in developing mutually agreed upon talking points and concepts, branding terminology, awareness campaigns, a press releases to communicate the concept of coordinate border management to the media and the public; 2. establishing SOPs to disseminate information in a more coordinated way (one voice concept) to media outlets and public; 3. assist in building the capacity of the GOK spokesperson's office to address border management issues and work wi the BMS spokesperson to coordinate border managemen messaging; and 4. in partnership with PACT and DDG, work with stakeholde in border communities in developing mutually agreed upo stakeholder appropriate talking points and the best way to communicate messages about border management to the public. Support the development of processes and procedures that facilitate joint strategic planning and development ? Pillar #3: Strategic Planning GOK border management agencies are taught one process f strategic planning (i.e. U.S. Department of Homeland Securit (DHS) Planners Course) ? Develop a cadre of border management professionals among GOK border agencies who can plan with counterparts in diffe agencies ? Develop the critical documents (Border Management Strateg Implementation Plan, and Campaign Plan(s)) needed to fram and implement the concept of coordination in Kenya ? Develop the processes and procedures for periodic review an updating of strategic documents, including assessments and review Assist the GOK in improving their information-sharing systems. ? Pillar #4: Information-sharing Architecture Development ? ? ? Develop the standard operating processes and policies need enhance information sharing among ports of entry and betwe ports of entry and headquarters. Develop a sustainable, functioning information-sharing system that promotes targeting and risk management principles and proactive border management approach. Increase information sharing between the GOK and the U.S. government. The GOK is creating a coordinated border management structure to address their border security issues. Using DHS and CBP as one model, the GOK is interested in learning how different CBP FOIA 004513 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000043 Page 245 of 5682 SGI-Kenya Overview.docx for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 1 of 2) agencies with their legacy policies, authorities, budgets, resources, and processes were used to create a new agency. To that end, the GOK seeks CBP's expertise to explain the challenges, discuss best practices and lessons learned, and advise on better information sharing and coordination practices. CBP's engagements are focused on supporting the GOK in their endeavor to coordinate their border management agencies in order to safeguard their borders from terrorism, transnational criminals, and illegal goods. CBP FOIA 004514 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000044 Page 246 of 5682 Form Approved REPORT DOCUMENTATIONPAGE 0MB No. 0704-0188 !"UV"(; -,;,,9 bun:!on lcr lhls allleclan ol tAlcm,alk>nI$ .. i!l\aled u, e,rttage 111cur~or 1espo,1$e.lnc!"4iflll u,e ~for re-,;~ lnSlru<:l!Ons , oearded,and co111Qledng orid revle,,,tnQ1h!ic~n ollnformaUon . S"'1<1a,mmenb revardlna !hit burdtn e$1i.,. or an,_. a,pectol lltls cdleCUOnol lnformallon, lncf~g sug90S11onofpr r tKl..cir111 t>to bunfon lo O..pinne,,1 of O..le,.,_ , W'5hlnglon Headq (0704-0188?, 1215 Je!le,soo Davia HIQhway, Suite 1204, A~. VA 22;.ro~-cm , Resoondl!ob ,ho'-' , GRANTNUMBER Sc.PROGRAMELEMENTNUMBER 6. AUTHOR(S) 5d. PROJECTNUMBER Christopher M. Seiler Patrol Agent in Charge United StJltcsBorder Patrol 5e. TASK NUMBER 7. PERFORMINGORGANIZATIONNAME{S) AND ADDRESS(ES)AND ADDRESS(ES) 8. PERFORMINGORGANIZATIONREPORT NUMBER 5f. WORK UNIT NUMBER National Defense University Joint Forces Stuff College Joint Advanced Warfigbting School 7800 Hampton Blvd Norfolk.VA 23511-1702 9. SPONSORING/ MONITORINGAGENCY NAME($) AND ADDRESS(ES) 10. SPONSOR/MONITOR'SACRONYM(S) U.S . Customs and Border Protection 1300 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Washington, D.C. 20029 11, SPONSOR/MONITOR 'S' REPORT NUMBER($) 12. DISTRIBUTION/ AVAII.ABIUTYSTATEMENT Approved for public release, distribution is unlimited. 13. SUPPLEMENTARYNOTES Not for commercial use Withoutthe e~prcss written permission of the author. 14. ABSTRACT Bad actors and transnationalcriminal organizations have the ability to move illegal goods, drugs, dangerous ma1erials,and people of interest to the "zero yard line'' of the United States. Without a buffer to protect the homeland, limited people, time, and resources ex.is(to identify hannf-ulitems and individunlsbefore they enter the U. S. and cause damage. The U. S. has relied' on a geographicalbuffer and a positive relationship with Me,cicoand Canada in order to maintain our current security. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has expanded their division of InternationalAffairs to build host country capacity, preclearance measures,and increased screening in foreigncountries before arriving on the zero line. When it comes to securing the nation from those whowould do it harm, CBP's global footprint is an efficient and effective strategy not only to keep matevolentactors off the "zero yard line,'' but out of the "red zone'' altogether. However, as with all deployments,these actions incur a fiscal and, unfortunately,human cost as some 11gentsare killed in JED and Blue on Green attacks, leaving some to ask: are such forward deploymentsworth their cost'! Are they the most effective way to secure the U.S.7 15. SUBJECT'TERMS Border, Customs and Border Protection, Terrorism, U.S. Border Patrol 16. SECURITYCLASSIF1CAT10N OF: 17. LIMITATION OF ABSTRACT Unclassified 18.NUMBER OF PAGES 48 a.REPORT b.ABSTRACT e. THIS PAGE Unclassified Unclassified/ Unclassifwd Unclassified Unlimited 19a. NAME OF RESPONSIBLEPERSON Stephen C. Rogers, CoJoneli USA Director, Joint Advanced Wnrfighting School 19b, TELEPHONENUMBER Standard FOffll 298 (Rev, 8-98) Procnb?d byANSl $\d,ili,18 CBP FOIA 004515 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000045 Page 248 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) NATIONAL DEFENSE UNIVERSITY JOINT FORCES STAFF COLLEGE JOINT ADVANCED WARFIGHTING SCHOOL BIGFOOT OR BIG MISTAKE: IS CBP'S EXPANDING FOOTPRINT HELPING OR HURTING HOMELAND SECURITY? by Christopher M. Seiler Patrol Agent in Charge United States Border Patrol Not for Commercial Use without the Author's Written Permission CBP FOIA 004516 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000046 Page 249 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) This Page Intentionally Left Blank i CBP FOIA 004517 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000047 Page 250 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) BIGFOOT OR BIG MISTAKE: IS COP'S EXPANDING FOOTPRINT HELPING OR HURTING HOMELAND SECURITY? BY Christopher M. Seiler Patrol Agent in Charge United States Border Patrol A paper submitted to the Faculty of the Joint Advanced Warfighting School in partial satisfaction of the requirements of a Master of Science Degree in Joint Campaign Planning and Strategy. The contents of this paper reflect my own personal views and are not necessarily endorsed by the Joint Forces Staff College or the Department of Defense. This paper is entirely my own work except as documented in footnotes. SignatureC~ ~ 31 March 2017 Thesis Advisor: Signatur Approved by: ii CBP FOIA 004518 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000048 Page 251 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) This Page Intentionally Left Blank iii CBP FOIA 004519 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000049 Page 252 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) ABSTRACT Bad actors and transnational criminal organizations have the ability to move illegal goods, drugs, dangerous materials, and people of interest to the "zero yard line" of the United States. Without a buffer to protect the homeland, limited people, time, and resources exist to identify harmful items and individuals before they enter the U. S. and cause damage. The U. S. has relied on a geographical buffer and a positive relationship with Mexico and Canada in order to maintain our current security. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has expanded their division of International Affairs to build host country capacity, pre-clearance measures, and increased screening in foreign countries before arriving on the zero line. When it comes to securing the nation from those who would do it harm, CBP's global footprint is an efficient and effective strategy not only to keep malevolent actors off the "zero yard line," but out of the "red zone" altogether. However, as with all deployments, these actions incur a fiscal and, unfortunately, human cost as some agents are killed in IED and Blue on Green attacks, leaving some to ask: are such forward deployments worth their cost? Are they the most effective way to secure the U.S.? iv CBP FOIA 004520 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000050 Page 253 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) DEDICATION I would like to thank my Thesis advisors, Dr. Bryon Greenwald and Col. Doug Golden, USAF, for their continued assistance and guidance in this academic endeavor. Second, I want to thank my Seminar Two instructors, Col. Kevin Therrian, Professor Dave Rodermill, and Professor Mary Bell for their knowledge, humor, and dedication to making our seminar a success. Lastly, my Seminar Two classmates who have made the academic rigors of JAWS, behind the scenes learning, and off time a lifelong, enjoyable experience. v CBP FOIA 004521 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000051 Page 254 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION........................................................................................1 CHAPTER 1: ORIGIN OF DHS, CBP, and EXPANDING FOOTPRINT..................3 CHAPTER 2: TRANSNATIONAL CRIMINAL ORGANIZATIONS......................10 CHAPTER 3: CBP's EXPANDED FOOTPRINT AND HOW TO PROTECT THE HOMELAND....................................................................14 CHAPTER 4: CHALLENGES.......................................................................28 CHAPTER 5: RECOMMENDATIONS AND CONCLUSION...............................35 BIBLIOGRAPHY.......................................................................................40 VITA........................................................................................................43 vii CBP FOIA 004522 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000052 Page 255 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) This Page Intentionally Left Blank CBP FOIA 004523 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000053 Page 256 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) INTRODUCTION Contrary to common perception, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) does not just operate border control points and port of entry clearance areas. CBP personnel are deployed globally expanding the boundaries of security and training others to help keep America safe. For example, in 2005, in Asuncion, the capital city of Paraguay, a U.S. Border Patrol Agent spoke to Paraguayan Customs, Navy personnel, and multiple media outlets about Paraguay's importance in the Western Hemisphere's security. Known as the Heart of South America, Paraguay is part of the infamous Tri-Border Region, an area of South America notorious as a cross-roads for terrorists and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs). This stands as a clear example of CBP's strategy to accomplish its mission globally. Similarly, in support of USCENTCOM, CBP agents deployed with servicemen to Iraq and Afghanistan to assist those nations in providing for their border security while simultaneously enhancing security at home by thwarting the movement of drugs, terrorists, dangerous materials, and human trafficking through those countries. As with all deployments, these actions incurred a fiscal and, unfortunately, human cost as some agents were killed in IED and Blue on Green attacks, leaving some to ask: are such forward deployments worth their cost? Are they the most effective way to secure the U.S.? Due to the elevated security risk to the United States, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is expanding its global footprint overseas to increase the level of security of the homeland, reduce transnational crime, and facilitate trade and travel. This will be accomplished through foreign nation capacity building, pre-clearance measures, and increased screening. This analysis of historical events, current methods, and future threats validates CBP's international mission and recommends additional action to increase U.S. security. When it comes to securing 1 CBP FOIA 004524 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000054 Page 257 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) the nation from those who would do it harm, CBP's global footprint is an efficient and effective strategy not only to keep malevolent actors off the "zero yard line," but out of the "red zone" altogether. 2 CBP FOIA 004525 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000055 Page 258 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) CHAPTER 1 Origins of DHS, CBP, and Expanding Footprint Borders are heaven, they are nirvana for traffickers and for the illicit networks in which they function.1 Michael Miklaucic Director, Center for Complex Operations The morning was just like every other morning; people took their kids to work, others were on their way for their morning coffee, and the United States lived in an isolationist bubble. A new, soon to be appointed, government employee reported for his second day in Washington, DC. Robert C. Bonner had reported for duty, but had yet to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the Commissioner for the U.S. Customs. At that time, U.S. Customs resided under the Treasury Department. Commissioner Bonner and the lives of everyone else in the country were about to change indefinitely. At 9:35 am, hijackers flew two commercial airplanes into the World Trade Center in New York City, one into the Pentagon in Northern Virginia, and a fourth planned to fly into the U.S. Capitol. This act of foreign grown terrorism on U.S. soil had horrific effects on the nation with 2,933 innocent lives taken. A number of changes were to come that would reverberate through the rest of U.S. history, including the invasion of Afghanistan and Iraq, the creation of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), a change in the way the U.S. combatted terrorism, and the loss of a nation's innocence. Immediately after the attacks, Commissioner Bonner knew that a change in the mission of U.S. Customs Service was essential to the survival of the U.S. Bonner made the dramatic change in the priority mission of Customs from interdiction of drugs and regulation of trade to 1 Michael Miklaucic and Moises Naim, "The Criminal State," in Convergence: Illicit Networks and National Security in the Age of Globalization (Washington, D.C.: National Defense University Press, 2013), 149. 3 CBP FOIA 004526 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000056 Page 259 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) preventing terrorists and terrorist weapons from getting into the United States. This led to a number of changes that will be discussed later in the paper, but the first step was to refocus the agency and personnel as a whole. Commissioner Bonner began his third day with an all hands meeting of U.S. Customs employees worldwide. He emphasized the importance of the attacks and how the priority mission had changed to preventing terrorist and terrorist weapons from entering the United States.2 The U.S. had been lulled into a false sense of security by the illusion that the vast oceans that surround the country and its relationship with peaceful neighbors would protect the nation. This idea of containment and mutual deterrence against this type of enemy was obviously not effective; a change had to be made. The United States, under President George Bush, took a three-pronged approach both to fighting the terrorist threat against the U.S. and global terrorism in general. First, the U.S. would go on the offensive and go after the terrorists, their leaders, and the countries that harbor them. Second, the U.S. would have a strong, coordinated defense of the homeland, which led to the formation of the new Department of Homeland Security. Lastly, the U.S. would begin an aggressive information operation campaign to undermine the jihadi message. Since its founding in 1789, the U.S. Customs Service has guarded the U.S. ports of entry and collected tariffs on goods coming into the United States. In 1924, the U.S. Border Patrol was created primarily to stop illegal entries along the U.S.-Mexico and Canadian International Borders.3 Each agency held a similar mission of protecting the nation's borders, but were under different parent agencies. After the tragedy of September 11, 2001, Congress created the Department of Homeland Security, and both agencies merged to form U. S. Customs and Border 2 Robert C. Bonner, "Securing the transnational movement of trade and people in the era of global terrorism." Strategic Insights, June 2006, 2-4. 3 U.S. Customs and Border Protection. "About CBP." 4 CBP FOIA 004527 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000057 Page 260 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Protection (CBP). It is now the mission of CBP "to safeguard America's borders thereby protecting the public from dangerous people and materials while enhancing the Nation's global economic competitiveness by enabling legitimate trade and travel."4 It is now understood by the U.S. government and its citizens that the U.S. must "take the fight" to the people who are attempting to do the U.S. harm. Although on a smaller scale, CBP has a direct parallel to the Department of Defense and the "War on Terror" in order to prevent attacks on the homeland. CBP is expanding into foreign countries to be more effective and keep the bad actors away from U.S. soil. In order to fulfill the requirements of President Bush's three-pronged strategy, an aggressive reorganization of the defense of the homeland took place. The formation of the Department of Homeland Security was the largest reorganization of the federal government since 1947. The Homeland Security Act of 2002 (P.L. 107-296) created a framework for the transfer of all or part of 22 different federal agencies into the newly formed Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This included the U.S. Customs Service, U.S. Border Patrol, and U.S. Coast Guard. Title IV of the Act created the Directorate of Homeland Security headed by the Under Secretary for Border and Transportation Security.5 The Directorate was tasked with three responsibilities: ? Prevent the entry of terrorists and the instruments of terrorism into the U. S.; ? Ensure the speedy, orderly, and efficient flow of lawful traffic and commerce and; ? Establish the U.S. Customs Service and the office of Customs within DHS. 4 U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Vision and Strategy 2020, (Washington DC: Government Printing Office, 2014), 7. 5 Sec. 401 of P.L. 107-296; 6 U.S.C. 70114 5 CBP FOIA 004528 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000058 Page 261 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) The Homeland Security Act directed the President to reorganize the agencies under DHS no later than 60 days from the enactment. This moved personnel, assets, and obligations from the 22 affected agencies into DHS (See Figure 1). Part of this reorganization was the formation of a "One Border Agency" idea, which became U. S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). In addition, the U.S. Customs Service was renamed the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and was to include the Office of Field Operations (OFO), U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), and later the Office of Air and Marine (OAM).6 The Homeland Security Act accomplished a number of goals. First, it abolished a broken Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS), which had issued visas to several of the 9/11 terrorist hijackers six months after the attacks on America. The duties of the INS were divided and streamlined among the new DHS agencies to prevent further mistakes. Second, it combined the personnel from the United States Border Patrol, previously under the Department of Justice, with the U.S. Customs Service and the border inspectors of the U.S. Department of Agriculture under the new CBP banner.7 This allowed for one single agency to manage, control, and secure the nation's borders to include all the official ports of entry and the area between these ports for 6 On the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security, see archived CRS Report RL 31549, Department of Homeland Security: Consolidation of Border and Transportation Security Agencies, by Jennifer E. Lake; and archived CRS Report RL31493, Homeland Security: Department Organization And Management--Legislative Phase, by Harold C. Relyea. 7 U.S. Congress, House, Committee on Homeland Security, Reorganization Plan Modification for the Department of Homeland Security, Communication from the President of the United States, House Document 108-32, 108th Cong., 1st sess., February 3, 2003. 6 CBP FOIA 004529 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000059 Page 262 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) the purposes of preventing terrorist and terrorist weapons (bio and agro terrorism included) from entering the country, while promoting legitimate trade and travel. U.S. Department of Home land Securi ty SEcRETUY DEPUTY S K RETARY Sa ENCE a """"""""""' T EOtNOUMiY DIRE:crou. TI DIRE.croRA TI PaTI ONAl P:ROTKJlON oPltoG DIR.ECTOM Tt Poucr OtcEF Ftl!MNCJAI. OfRcEA OmCEOF HEALTH A.ff.AIRS OfflCEOf PUlNE RSHIP a. EN<oRDIIM.TlON FE.DEM.LIAW ENKMtCEMENr DET'Kno N Off JCI U.S.CUsTc>>itSa OfR CEOF TIII Of PaVAII Container Security Initiati e Office of Field Operations OPERATIONAL PORTS 11 FIGURE 3. Advise and Train CBP Attaches Custom and Border Protection has also included CBP Attaches and International advisors in multiple countries around the world to increase the layered approach and to assist our international partners in capacity building programs. Attaches are posted in U.S. embassies and consulates in foreign host nations and work closely with U.S. partners and with the host nation government entities. CBP personnel work closely with U.S. investigative and intelligence 11 Ibid. U.S. Customs and Border Protection. 22 CBP FOIA 004545 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000075 Page 278 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) personnel and advise the U.S. Ambassador and agencies of CBP programs and capabilities. These attaches assist in bridging the gap between the U.S. government and host nation governments in the previous mentioned programs in which necessitate host nation cooperation. International advisors typically are embedded with U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), other U.S. government agencies, or with the host nation border agencies. The advisors serve as consultants and trainers on international migration issues, infrastructure modernization, contraband detection, and interdiction. These operational relationships with the interagency and international partnerships are vital to the overseas footprint and effectiveness for U.S. and host nation security.12 International Advisors The U.S. military and government civilians are often tasked with providing stability operations to countries with which the U.S. has strategic relationships or that have asked for assistance. Local police play a unique role in the reconstruction of a democratic government. Foreign militaries can suppress violence and battle crime, but it is better left to law enforcement professionals. Local law enforcement can win the allegiance of the population on behalf of the local government and bring stability back to a region. The professional manner of the local police reflects the character and capacity of the government that is being reformed and reconstructed. Therefore, the police can provide crucial information when dealing with violent political factions and demonstrate to the local populace that the government is worth supporting. 12 "The Outer Ring of Border Security: DHS's International Security Programs." States News Service, 2015. 23 CBP FOIA 004546 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000076 Page 279 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Secondly, they provide security for the citizens of that country. If the local populace does not feel secure, education, employment, and economic development are in jeopardy.13 U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents are deployed to countries on six of the seven continents, excluding Antarctica, to provide training and technical advice to foreign host nations. The role of the adviser can range from advising General David Petraeus in Afghanistan on how best to secure the Afghanistan/Pakistan International border; to providing tracking skills to Federal Park Rangers in Kenya to combat poaching; to technical assistance on safeguarding containers with Non-Intrusive Inspection equipment in Spain. CBP personnel are deployed all over the world for differing reasons and deployment durations. However, they all offer a very valuable service to the host nation country, enable CBP to expand its ring of influence, and provide added security for the homeland. 13 David H. Bayley and Robert Perito, The police in war: fighting insurgency, terrorism, and violent crime. (Boulder: Lynne Rienner Publishers, 210), 150. 24 CBP FOIA 004547 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000077 Page 280 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Chapter 4 Challenges Any type of operation or overseas deployment has a cost-benefit analysis and naysayers who think that operation is too expensive or not effective enough for continued use. As briefly highlighted in Chapter Two, there are a number of counter arguments as to why CBP should not be deployed overseas and should remain in the homeland. Budgetary concerns, cultural issues, operational effectiveness, and complexity of the problem (as seen below) are the major issues that have been offered as to why CBP's footprint should not be expanded. Because the Department of Defense is a much larger organization and has more background with such issues, the parallels, as mentioned earlier in this paper, will be analyzed along with other references for a defensible counter argument. The New Global Security Envlroment National Security Threats from llllclt Networks llllclt Activities Narcotics Traffick ing Financial Crimes Secur ity Human Traffick ing Society Cybercrimes Governance Arms Trafficking Corruption / Extortion Counterfeiting 1 FIGURE 4. 1 Michael Miklaucic, and Moises Naim. "The Criminal State," in Convergence: Illicit Networks and National Security in the Age of Globalization (Washington, D.C.: National Defense University Press, 2013), 150-151. 25 CBP FOIA 004548 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000078 Page 281 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Budget Constraints As with any operation, agency, or department, one's budget is what drives the ability to complete the mission. In the last 15 years, the U.S. has been involved in two very costly wars in Afghanistan and Iraq costing roughly $ 4.8 trillion. This figure includes: direct Congressional war appropriations; war related increases to the Pentagon base budget; veteran care and disability; increase in the homeland security budget; interest payments on direct war borrowing; foreign assistance spending; and estimated future obligations for veterans' care.2 Although CBP's overall budget is only a fraction of that, it still affects the overall budget of the U.S. Government and contributes to the budget constraints on all departments and agencies. The budget of CBP in 1995 was $1.4 billion. After the attacks of 9/11, by 2006, the budget had almost quadrupled to $4.7 billion.3 For 2017, the proposed CBP budget is $13.9 billion. This is a considerable increase in funding for manpower, technology, and infrastructure. Within that number are the numerous personnel and operating costs needed to train, house, and protect the agents that are stationed overseas. On May 29, 2015, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Jeh Johnson announced DHS's intention to enter into negotiations to expand air pre-clearance to ten new foreign airports, located in nine separate countries. In 2014, nearly 20 million passengers traveled from these ten international airport to the U.S. As discussed earlier, preclearance allows for the complete inspection of the individual before boarding the flight. More than 16 million individuals traveled through one of CBP's pre-clearance locations in Canada, Ireland, the 2 Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs, "Costs of War," Brown University, http://watson.brown.edu/costsofwar/figures/2016/us-budgetary-costs-wars-through-2016-479-trillion-andcounting (accessed December 28, 2016). 3 Harold Kennedy, "Border Security," National Defense, Vol. 91, Issue 632, (July 2006): 47. 26 CBP FOIA 004549 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000079 Page 282 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Caribbean, or the United Arab Emirates in FY 2015. CBP's goal by 2024 is to process 33 percent of the U.S. bound air travelers abroad, before they ever board an airplane. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2016 (Pub. L. No. 114-113) provided the up-front appropriations that CBP may use to cover costs of pre-clearance operations until reimbursements are collected. The intent of this program is for reimbursements to help fund the cost of the program. These reimbursement come from airport operators. As of FY 2017, CBP has not collected any of the reimbursements from foreign airports. This, of course, may change in the future, but with the perception of the deep pockets of the U.S. government, foreign airports have been reluctant to pay to have U.S. CBP agents in their airports conducting security checks on the their citizens before departing. At issues is whether those agents and funding for them would be better utilized in the U.S. where there is positive control and better access to needed technology to conduct 100% checks. Having an effective number of agents deployed internationally performs a number of deterrence phases to the security of the homeland and increases the security of the host nation partners. The U.S. funds the CBP officers and the host nation covers the pre-clearance operations. With increased security, lower wait times for passengers, and increased throughput of cargo, the host nation is more effective and efficient. Ultimately, this program has proven to be successful and should remain, however, efforts must be increased to collect reimbursements. Cultural Issues Cultural issues that can provide obstacles to overseas deployment and combatting transnational criminal organizations are both external (host nation) and internal to the U.S. agencies countering these organizations. Networks of criminal organizations, terrorists, and smugglers are not a concept new to the 21st century; they are as old as man himself. The new 27 CBP FOIA 004550 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000080 Page 283 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) and emerging issues with these networks are their ability to globalize and the U.S. ability to counteract them. The methods for smuggling are no longer simple trails with donkeys loaded with illegal goods. Globalization has increased the quantity and speed at which items can move. Because of the international networks and number of players there is a lack of data regarding the operations and structures of these networks. If data is available, the networks are so complex that the computer models, testing, and tools do not have the technical capability to interpret them. This conceptual underdevelopment of the study of illicit networks and organizations is one of the core problems and provides for an enormous vacuum to counteract them. Sociologists, criminologists, and anthropologist all perceive transnational criminal organizations as differing phenomena. Sociologist view these organizations from a model based on their discipline, emphasizing the dynamics of collective human behavior. Criminologists tend to view transnational crime as an extension of individual criminality, best left to law enforcement agencies. Anthropologists, political scientists, and international relations specialists perceive the phenomenon through their colored lenses, which are also conflicting. These academic conflicts inevitably lead to conceptual confusion, competing models, and interdisciplinary competition for a definition of what transnational criminal organization are and how to combat them. 4 This academic confusion also bleeds over into the operational aspects of combatting international transnational criminal organizations. Lawyers will see them differently from law enforcement professional, who will see them differently from Department of Defense personnel. All have a vested interest in their niches and agendas. The number of agencies that are attempting to combat transnational crime are as numerous and varied as the networks they are 4 Ibid. Miklaucic, and Naim. 150-151. 28 CBP FOIA 004551 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000081 Page 284 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) attacking. Each organization has its own organizational culture, methods, authorities, jurisdictions, and idiosyncrasies. Just a few of the organizations who are involved in the effort to counter the illicit networks are: the State Department, Department of Defense, Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and the Treasury Department. These parent organizations are further broken down into the Federal Bureau of Investigation; the Drug Enforcement Administration; the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives; and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. To further complicate issues, various intelligence agencies are involved, including the Central Intelligence Agency, Defense Intelligence Agency, and each of the DHS agency intelligence offices. Law enforcement organizations understand their role as building criminal cases and prosecuting the individual or organization in a court of law. Whereas military organizations tend to view the challenges in terms of battle campaigns and strikes. The problem of information sharing between organizations is also extremely difficult because of classifications and internal relationships. The differences that have been discussed above are just a few of the problems preventing effective cooperation and the ability to be successful against the transnational criminal networks.5 Even more complicated can be the relationship between host nation countries with respect to each other and with the United States. These aforementioned conceptual seams create differing perceptions of illicit networks and illicit commerce within multilateral and bilateral efforts to combat transnational crime. Some nation-states view narcotic trafficking as a demand problem, while others view it as a supply problem; counterfeiting can be seen as a violation of international law or, it may be viewed as a jobs program and method to inject money into the system. National borders are what create price differentiation and supply and demand issues that 5 Ibid., 150. 29 CBP FOIA 004552 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000082 Page 285 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) drive the profits of illegal commerce. Borders also provide a safe haven for criminals, terrorists, and illicit networks to hide within. The laws of the nation-state, differences in sovereignty, and border seams allow for the constant jumping back and forth between countries. This creates jurisdictional nightmares for governmental agencies working to combat illegal activities. So while borders are very confining and necessary for national sovereignty, they allow for traffickers to justify their existence, protect them, make their way of life possible, and allow their business to be profitable.6 Operational Effectiveness There are three conceptual delusions regarding transnational criminal networks that influence the way nation-states, law enforcement, defense departments, and civilians combat them. The first is the attitude that crime is crime, and it has been around since the beginning of time, and there is nothing new out there. This is the wrong way to view the problem. The velocity and magnitude of illicit commerce today are unprecedented, representing between 2 to 25 percent of global products.7 That amount of illicit goods greatly contributes to a culture of corruption, physical threats against nation states, and the loss of billions of dollars in legal taxes and tariffs. Secondly, illicit networks and transnational crime are often viewed as just about crime and criminals. If the problem is dealt with in a traditional way, with the typical institutions of law enforcement, courts, and jails, the problem will not be solved. The challenge is with the public institutions, and integrity of public administration and their ability to provide incentives and reinforce the value of service to the state. This needs to be a grassroots effort that starts in the schools, churches, homes, and communities through media and with the application of 6 7 Ibid., 151-152. Ibid., 152. 30 CBP FOIA 004553 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000083 Page 286 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) incentives and disincentives. Lastly, the individuals involved cannot be regarded as criminals and deviants. Cesare Lombroso, a 1900th century Italian criminologist, argued that criminal nature is inherited and represents a regression from normal human development. His theory of anthropological criminology does not apply and these criminal individuals are only a product of their situation.8 Just because one is a criminal does not necessarily mean he is a deviant. Approximately 8 to 10 percent of China's gross domestic product is associated with the manufacturing and sale of counterfeit goods. Even more alarming, sixty percent of Afghanistan's gross national product comes from the cultivation, production, and distribution of the poppy.9 Utilizing these two examples and noting the number of people who are involved in the transnational networks, are they guilty of breaking criminal statutes and deviants or just trying to provide for their families? This only adds to the complexity of the problem, who to arrest, and how to attack it. As discussed earlier in this paper, deterrence is the primary method CBP utilizes to combat transnational crime. By utilizing multiple checks and layered security, the bad actors know it is almost impossible to avoid detection through the common channels that they would commonly move people or illegal goods. For this reason they must utilize other, more expensive, dangerous paths. These commodity chains often span significant geographic areas and require multiple steps, payments, and individuals to be successful. Those who often move the products do not have direct access to money laundering, hawala networks, or transportation networks for the profits of these commodities. Payments are made with cash, weapons, drugs, 8 9 David Horn, The Criminal Body: Lombroso and the Anatomy of Deviance, (New York: Routledge 2006), 18. Ibid., Miklaucic, and Naim, 150. 31 CBP FOIA 004554 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000084 Page 287 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) chemicals or other materials that are deemed valuable to the network.10 This creates huge losses and complexities in the chain and makes the transportation of illicit goods and people very difficult. The true issue with deterrence operations, whether in Department of Defense or U.S. Customs and Border Protection operations, is that there is no true way of knowing if deterrence is effective. The previous paragraphs illustrate how deterrence operations are intended to work and cause discomfort and confusion for transnational criminal organizations. However, there are no measures of effectiveness on the quantity of an illegal good or the number of people that are still making it into the U.S. without inspection. At best, it is estimated that only one third of all illegal aliens and illicit material are being interdicted. Some argue that CBP personnel and resources would be better allocated in the homeland where interdictions and arrests can be better measured and personnel are playing on their home turf. Measuring direct and indirect impacts to transnational crimes require a great number of assumptions, data, and models that cannot totally be understood because of the size and complexity. However, using the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC's) model for impact of illegal markets it is estimated that the total amount for illegal drugs, human trafficking, excised goods, environmental crimes, and counterfeits can reach the $1.5 trillion in direct and indirect effect on society.11 With those facts it is important for CBP to do everything 10 Douglas Farah, "Fixers, Super Fixers, and Shadow Facilitator: How Networks Connect," in Convergence: Illicit Networks and National Security in the Age of Globalization, (Washington, D.C.: National Defense University Press, 2013), 75-76. 11 Justin Picard, "Can We Estimate the Global Scale and Impact of Illicit Trade" in Convergence: Illicit Networks and National Security in the Age of Globalization, (Washington, D.C.: National Defense University Press, 2013), 57. 32 CBP FOIA 004555 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000085 Page 288 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) in its power to combat these issues. Providing deterrence in foreign countries to increase the chance of seizures and the arrest of individuals is well worth the effort, risk, and funding. 33 CBP FOIA 004556 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000086 Page 289 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Chapter 5 Recommendations and Conclusion Recommendations This paper has outlined the benefits of CBP's expansion overseas and will provide recommendations on how that expansion can continue and improve both the host nation and the U.S.'s national security. The first recommendation is to continue the assessment of the countries in which CBP is invested. The Assistant Commissioner of International Affairs, Mark R. Koumans, twice a year has either a face-to-face or a secure video teleconference meeting with all of the CBP attaches worldwide to discuss the status of CBP, the impact it is having in those host nations, and if continued engagement is needed. These semi-annual assessments ensure that CBP's personnel and budget are utilized wisely and effectively. The agency and the attaches are flexible and adaptable enough that if they need to return to the U.S. it can be accomplished rather quickly. Second, CBP should continue and expand its overseas short term deployment to countries that request assistance. The Border Patrol Special Operations Group needs to continue to send teams to countries that need assessments. Short term deployment teams are able to assess what a country's border enforcement capability and capacities are and how to improve them. The gaps could be in hiring, initial training, leadership, and or technology and infrastructure. Although most countries do not have the financial abilities to train, equip, and provide infrastructure similar to the U.S., small improvements in training, tactics, and procedures can greatly influence one's ability to be more effective. 34 CBP FOIA 004557 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000087 Page 290 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) Lastly, the Office of Field Operations needs to engage the CBP Office of Trade to continue and expand their international operations and advisement. Enforcement is only half of the CBP mission, the other half is the facilitation of trade and travel. CBP personnel need to engage individuals in transit to the U.S., container security initiatives, and trade procedures. The U.S., if needed, could lock the border down so no one could enter or depart. This idea, however, is not conducive to the American way of life both for personal travel and for the goods the U.S. imports and exports. There needs to be a balance between travel and trade and enforcement and interdiction. Conclusion This paper has outlined the events that led to the formation of the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the damage that transnational criminal organizations can do to U.S. national interests and security, how CBP's expanding footprint is assisting with the security of the homeland, the challenges and counter-argument to CBP's expansion, and finally recommendations for expansion of overseas operations to further the efficiency and effectiveness on the CBP mission. Both sides of the original thesis question: Bigfoot or big mistake: Is CBP's expanding footprint helping or hurting homeland security? have been addressed. CBP International Affairs is only a small part of DHS and an even smaller part of the giant U.S. government. 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Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs, "Costs of War," Brown University, http://watson.brown.edu/costsofwar/figures/2016/us-budgetary-costs-wars-through-2016-479trillion-and-counting (accessed December 28, 2016). 38 CBP FOIA 004561 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000091 Page 294 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 15 ( Attachment 2 of 2) VITA Mr. Christopher M. Seiler, (DHS/CBP) is the Patrol Agent in Charge serving in the U.S. Border Patrol. He began his career in 2001 in San Diego Sector. In 2005 he became a member of the Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) and served on numerous overseas assignments, including Iraq. In 2008 he was promoted to Supervisory Border Patrol Agent in Imperial Beach, CA. He became an Assistant Attache in Kabul, Afghanistan for CBP International Affairs from 20112013. Following his service as an attache he was promoted to Operations Officer at the U.S. Border Patrol Headquarters in Washington, D.C., where he was later promoted to Assistant Chief in 2013. His most recent command is the Patrol Agent in Charge of the Special Operations Detachment in McAllen, TX. Mr. Seiler has a B.S. in Criminal Justice and a Master's Certificate in Advance International Affairs. 39 CBP FOIA 004562 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000092 Page 295 of 5682 From:Sent: ~ , 2017 5:59:29 PM To: Cc Su 1ect: ? Than ks so much for all the effort you took to get this in front of the Commissioner. - CBP FOIA 004563 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000093 Page 296 of 5682 (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) | USBP Planning Division Strategic Planning and Analysis Directorate Desk:(b)(6);(b)(7)(C) | Mobile:(b)(6);(b)(7)(C) | (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) _____ From: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Sent: Tuesday, November 14, 2017 1:15 PM To: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Subject: Cleared Version > - (b)(6); (b)(7) Cleared version below: Rate of interdiction effectiveness along the Southwest Border between ports of entry (CBP): Although the Border Patrol has evolved significantly since its inception in 1924, its overall mission remains unchanged: protecting our Nation's borders from illegal entry of people, drugs, and contraband. Together with other law enforcement officers, the Border Patrol helps secure our borders between the ports of entry by detecting, tracking, and interdicting illegal flows of people and contraband, and total apprehensions have in fact fallen from 408,870 in FY16 on the Southwest Border, to 303,916 in FY17. This is the lowest recorded apprehensions within the last 45 years. This measure reports the percent of detected entrants who were apprehended, or turned back after illegally entering the United States between the ports of entry on the southwest border. The Border Patrol achieves this result by maximizing the apprehension of detected illegal entrants or confirming that illegal entrants return to the country from which they entered; and by minimizing the number of persons who evade apprehension. In FY 2017, this measure achieved 78.9% which is a decrease from FY 2016. Concurrently, border detection technology has increased, yielding greater situational awareness of illegal entrants who previously would have gone undetected, however agent staffing shortages reduce the ability to respond. In addition, recent findings indicate illegal aliens are evading arrest tactics due to changes to immigration policies. Going forward, USBP's increased situational awareness will need to be paired with increased response capability. Thanks, - (b)(6); (b)(7) CBP FOIA 004564 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000094 Page 297 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffo r Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Department of Homeland Security FY 2017 Agency Financial Report With honor and integrity, we wt/I safeguard the American people, our hon1eland, and our values 'ffl';Homeland Security ~~d>~ 'b i .c C:::, Cl) 0 -og E e- ~E .E C 1ti:c Q) :::, 0 ~ UJ Withhonor and integrity, we will safeguard the American people, our homeland and our values. Figure 2: OHS Strategic Plan Alignment for Reporting $29,542 $29,152 $25,044 ? FY 2017 FY 2016 (In Mmio ns) $8,493 ~-- $3,818 $3,792 Foster a Safe and Secure Homeland Strengthen National Preparedness and Resilience Enforce and Administer Our Immigration Laws Mature and Strengthen Homeland Security Figure3: DHS'sNet Cost of Operationsfor Each Major MissionArea The chart above provides DHS's Net Cost of Operat ions for each major mission area. Further information about the Department's financia l position and results of operations is presented in the Financial Overview section . The Performance Overview t hat follows provides a summary of performance highlights from a subset of the Department's st rategic measu res using the structure above. U.S. Department of Homeland Security -3CBP FOIA 004573 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000103 Page 308 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Performance Overview The Performance Overview provides a summary of key performance measures, selected accomplishments, and forward looking initiatives to strengthen the Department's efforts in achieving a safer and more secure Nation. A complete list of all performance measures and results will be published in the DHS FY 2017-2019 Annual Performance Report with the FY 2019 Congressional Budget and can be accessed at: http://www.dhs.gov/performanceaccountability. The Department created a robust performance framework that drives performance management and enables the implementation of performance initiatives. This approach also facilitates the reporting of results within the Department for a comprehensive set of measures aligned to the missions and goals of the Department. The figure below shows the linkage between our strategic plan, the Department's mission programs, and the measures we use to gauge performance. This approach to measurement ensures that the Department can assess the achievement of our missions as identified in our strategic framework. Missions describe at the highest level what the Department aims to achieve . Goals are the overarching structure used to group multiple sub-goa ls and associated program performance goals to influence achievement of the Department's missions . Sub-goals C Mission Programs Sub-goals are statements in the Department's Strategic Plan that describes a targeted area of action to support ach ievement of the related Department Goal. A mission program is group of activities acting together to accomplish a specific highlevel outcome external to OHS and include operational processes , skills, technology, human capita l, and other resources. This is an outcome-oriented statement for each mission program that descr ibes the value the program intends to deliver to its beneficiaries and the American public. Performance Measures This is an indicator , statistic , or metric used to gauge program performance and describe results associated with program and Departmental missions and goals . Performance Targets A target is a performance measure 's projected level of performance to communicates at what level a program asp ires to perform . Performance Results A result is the actual level of performance for each performance measure achieved during a fiscal year . Results are compared to targets to determine if planned performance was achieved . Figure 4: DHS Performance Framework -4- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004574 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000104 Page 309 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Foster a Safe and Secure Homeland Mission 1: Prevent Terrorism and Enhance Security Preventing a terrorist attack in the United States remains the cornerstone of homeland security. Our vision is a secure and resilient Nation that effectively prevents terrorism in ways that preserve our freedom and prosperity. Our goals for this mission are: ? Goal 1.1: Prevent Terrorist Attacks; ? Goal 1.2: Prevent and Protect Against the Unauthorized Acquisition or Use of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Materials and Capabilities; and ? Goal 1.3: Reduce Risk to the Nation's Critical Infrastructure, Key Leaders, and Events. The following highlighted measures gauge our efforts to prevent terrorism and enhance security. Percent of passenger data submissions that successfully undergo Secure Flight watch list matching (TSA): Vetting individual travelers against high-risk watch lists strengthens the 100~ 1009!, JOO?, 100% 100 '!(, security of the transportation system. This 80% measure reports the percent of qualified GO' message submissions received from the airlines 40 that are successfully matched by the Secure 20.Lt, Flight automated vetting system against the 0% FY17Ql FY17Q3 FY17Q4 FY17Q? existing high-risk watch lists. A qualified Target Results --message submission from the airlines contains passenger data sufficient to allow successful processing in the Secure Flight automated vetting system. In FY 2017, TSA successfully matched 100 percent of passenger data submissions. Percent of passenger data submissions that successfully undergo Secure Flight watch list matching Percent of performance standards Percent of performance standards implemented by the highest risk chemical implemented by the highest risk chem ical facilities and verified by DHS (NPPD): The facilities and verified by OHS 97 "', 93% 93% Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards lOO'l 78% (CFATS) program is an important part of our Nation's counterterrorism efforts as the 60Q> 46 % Department works with our industry stakeholders to keep dangerous chemicals out of the hands of those who wish to do us harm. O" rYl3 Result FY14Result FY15 Result FY16 Result rYJ7 Result The CFATS program identifies and regulates Results - - - Target high-risk chemical facilities to ensure they have security measures in place to reduce the risks associated with these chemicals. Initially authorized by Congress in 2007, the program uses a dynamic multi-tiered risk assessment process and requires facilities identified as high-risk to meet and maintain performance-based security standards appropriate to the facilities and the risks they pose. In FY 2017, DHS delivered guidance to the highest risk chemical facilities, U.S. Department of Homeland Security -5CBP FOIA 004575 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000105 Page 310 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis prompting thes e owners and operators to include 21,412 performanc e standards in their security plans. Of the 21,412 performance standards, 19 ,91 4 have been implemented, achieving a 93 percent result for this measure, narrowly missing its target. Implementing these performance standards improves the overall security of the highest risk chemical facilities. In October 2016, OHS rolled out the Chemical Security Assessment Tool (CSAT) 2.0 system, an updated online portal that helps OHS identify fac ilit ies that meet the criteria for high-risk chemical facilities. During FY 2017, the implementation of CSAT2.0 resulted in significant movement of facilities entering and leaving the program. As a result of these updates, OHS saw an overall decrease in the percentage of performance standards implemented by the highest risk chemical fac ilit ies, particularly as more fac ilit ies were reviewed and re-tiered using the CSAT2.0 system. OHS will continue to prioritize the implementation of performance standards across the highest risk chemical facilities. Percentof NationalSpecialSecurityEventsthat were successfullycompleted(USSS): Nationa l Special Security Events (NSSE) require a 100~ LOO'\, tremen dous amount of preplanning and coordination with numerous federa l, state, and local jur isdictions. When an event is designated by the Secretary of OHS as an NSSE, the USSS is the lead agency for the design and implementat ion of the operational security plan. FYJ3Resun FY14 Result FY15 Result FY16 Ra!i11lt FY17 flas11II This measu re is a percent of the total number of Rll,,u its - - - T8tfl:I NSSEs completed in a fiscal year where once the event commenced, a security incident inside a USSSprotected venue did not preclude the event's agenda fro m proceeding to its scheduled conclusion. USSS has attained 100 percent success for the past five years. Percent of NatronaI Special Security Events that were successfully completed 60 40 O 3/4 Have You Opted In? ~ t .f ,t ~ Expedited ~ Screening TSAPre -. 01"11cated ~A Pre l<1nr<; t wilt 11nt., tK?'ll lHI Le.ive your lill')tO P and li<111111s ,n y,wr ba~ TSAPre?(R) ReachesMilestonewith morethan 5 MillionTravelersEnrolled The Transportation Security Administration TSA Pre ?(R) program reached a mi lestone in July 2017 of more than 5 million travelers enrolled. TSA Pre ?(R) now has more than 390 application centers nationwide . "By growing the trusted trave ler population . we help our offi cers focus on potent ia l threats, wt1ich strengthens the security screen ing process and ultimate ly provides better secur ity for all travelers ," said TSA Acting Administrato r Huban A. Gowadia 1 . .we will continue our efforts to furthe r expand the TSA Pre?(R) program , with the ultimate goal of providing the most effective security in the most efficient way." TSA Pre?(R). whict1 is now avai lable at more than 180 U.S. airports , is an expedited screening program that enables low-risk travelers to enjoy a more conven ient and efficient screen ing experience. Travelers using the TSA Pre?(R) lane do not need to remove shoes , belts, light jackets , laptops, or 3-1-1 liquids from their carry-on bags. U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents may app ly for TSA Pre ?(R) for a cost of $85 for five years. Once app roved, travelers will receive a .,known trave ler number" and will have the opportun ity to utilize TSA Pre?(R) lanes at select security checkpo ints when f lying on any of the 37 participating airlines. TSA Pre ?(R) is also avai lable for U.S. Armed Forces service members, including those serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, Reserves, and National Guard. 1 David Pekoske was confirmed by tile U.S. Senate as the Transportation Secur ity Administration's seventh administrator in August 2017. -6- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004576 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000106 Page 311 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Looking Forward The United States has made significant progress in securing the Nation from terrorism. Nevertheless, the evolving and continuing threat from terrorists remains, as witnessed by events around the globe. The Department and its many partners, which includes international and federal, state, local, tribal and territorial governments, public and private sectors, and communities across the country, have strengthened the homeland security enterprise to better mitigate and defend against these dynamic threats. Below are a few areas that advance our efforts to achieve the Department's mission of preventing terrorism and enhancing security. TSA Enhancing Security to Mitigate Checkpoint Gaps: TSA continues to advance our ability to assess potential threats from aviation passengers both in the domestic and international domains. We will continue to improve the Threat Image Projection data quality to ensure the security of the traveling public. Ongoing testing and deployment of new technology to identify threats is underway. Based on the results of these tests, plans will be made to enhance our ability to identify and mitigate checkpoint gaps. In addition, specific improvements are being made to enhance airport perimeter and access security and identity vetting. Chemical Facility Tiering: Tier 1 and 2 facilities are those chemical facilities that pose the highest risk with respect to vulnerability, consequence, and threat factors. The CFATS program identifies and regulates high-risk chemical facilities to ensure they have security measures in place to reduce the risks associated with certain chemicals of interest. The challenge is that the number and tier of existing chemical facilities changed in FY 2017 based on a revised methodology enacted at the beginning of FY 2017. These changes in tiering pose a challenge in that the backlog of facilities needing assessments changed dramatically and will have an impact to get all assessments up to date. Moving forward, the Department will look into scheduling and staffing approaches that will prioritize the assessment of all Tier 1 and 2 chemical facilities to achieve an acceptable level of oversight and understanding. DHS anticipates that the tiering for the highest risk chemical facilities will stabilize in FY 2018 as facilities continue to self-report chemicals of interest under the new methodology. USSS Protecting Critical Infrastructure, Key Leaders, and Events: USSS has numerous efforts underway to meet increasing operational challenges including reducing time to hire, retention initiatives, and technology development. Challenges have been faced with the increased demands on the protective mission in terms of both scope and complexity. Thus the USSS is looking at new and unique methods to address a broad range of areas to include: modernization and support of mission-critical information technology (IT) systems; infrastructure for protective and investigative mission operations; improved staffing and career models to ensure proper work/life balance for agents; new staffing goals and retention initiatives to reduce attrition; and enhancing training infrastructure to meet future needs. U.S. Department of Homeland Security -7CBP FOIA 004577 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000107 Page 312 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Mission 2: Secure and Manage Our Borders DHS secures the Nation's air, land, and sea borders to prevent illegal activity while facilitating lawful travel and trade. Our goals for this mission are: ? Goal 2.1: Secure U.S. Air, Land, and Sea Borders and Approaches; ? Goal 2.2: Safeguard and Expedite Lawful Trade and Travel; and ? Goal 2.3: Disrupt and Dismantle Transnational Criminal Organizations and Other Illicit Actors. The following highlighted measures gauge our efforts to secure and manage our borders. Rate of interdiction effectiveness along the Southwest Border between ports of entry (CBP): As a division of CBP, the Border Patrol has JOO''o 827% 810~ 79 3" _ evolved significantly since its inception in 1924; _ Z,!lJ!9!:, _ 80 '& however, its overall mission remains unchanged: 60', protecting our Nation's borders from illegal entry 40 % of people, drugs, and contraband. Together with other law enforcement officers, the Border Patrol 20 % helps secure our borders between the ports of 0~ entry by detecting, tracking, and interdicting FY14 RP.SIii( I VJ7 RP.sull FY15 Result FY16 Resu11 Target Resu11s --illegal flows of people and contraband. This measure reports the percent of detected entrants who were apprehended, or turned back after illegally entering the United States between the ports of entry on the southwest border. The Border Patrol achieves this result by maximizing the apprehension of detected illegal entrants or confirming that illegal entrants return to the country from which they entered; and by minimizing the number of persons who evade apprehension. In FY 2017, this measure achieved 78.9 percent which is a decrease from FY 2016. Concurrently, border detection technology has increased, yielding greater situational awareness of illegal entrants who previously would have gone undetected, however agent staffing shortages reduce the ability to respond. Going forward, the Border Patrol's increased situational awareness will need to be paired with increased response capability. The Department is making investments in recruitment, retention, and relocation programs to address these challenges. Further discussion is located in the "Looking Forward" portion of this section on page 11. Rate of interdiction effectiveness along the Southwest Border between ports of entry Migrant interdiction effectiveness in the maritime environment (USCG): This measure reports the percent of detected undocumented migrants of all nationalities who were interdicted by the USCG and partners via maritime routes. Thousands of people try to enter this country illegally every year using maritime routes. USCG conducts patrols and coordinates with other federal agencies and foreign countries to interdict undocumented -8- Migrant interdiction effectiveness in the maritime environment 100'"1 aol!o 83 O"i> 79 3111 74 8% GO% 10 % 10 .:,, UJu FY15 Resull FJPY17 Re,-1111 f'l'16 Rasul! - Results --- Target FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004578 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000108 Page 313 of 5682 OHSFY2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis migrants at sea. denying them ent ry via marit ime routes to the United States. its ter ritories and possessions. Interdicting migrants at sea means they can be quickly returned to their count ries of origin without the costly processes required if they successfully enter the United States. In its t hird year of reporting, the USCGachieved 83 .0 percent migrant interdiction effectiveness. up from FY 2016. This increase is primarily due to a reduction in Cuban migrant f low following the te rmination of the Cuban parole policy2 in January 2017. The decrease in Cuban migrant flow enabled USCGpatrol assets to improve response and have greater interdiction success in the Florida Straits. Percent of importscompliantwith U.S. trade laws (CBP): Ensuring that all imports are compliant and free of major discrepancies 98 9o,, 99 2% 980.., 9771" allows for lawful trade into the United States and both CBP and the importing/exporting community have a shared responsibility to maximize compliance with laws and regulations. CSP works with our internat ional trade partners through several trade programs to build- and improve upon- a solid and efficient trade FY13 Result FY14 Re,,ull FY15 flesij lt FY16 Resull FY17Resuh Result:-, --Tafget relationship to accomplish safe r. faster. and more compliant trade. This measure reports the percent of imports t hat are compliant with U.S. trade laws including customs revenue laws. In FY2017. 99.4 percent of imports were found to be compliant with U.S. trade laws. meeting this year's target. Results have improved year-over-year for the past five-years. Percent of imports compliant with U.S. trade laws lOU RO 40 '.)0 0 A Unified Effort:Combating TransnationalGangViolencewithinthe Interior Borders of the United States In February 2017, President Trump signed Executive Order 13773, aimed at target ing transnat ional criminal organ izations (TCO),such as drug cartels or gangs like Mara Salvatrucha (MS -13). The Executive Order is a multifaceted approach in attack ing TCOsthat pose a th reat to nationa l security and/or public safety. U.S. Imm igration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Invest igations (HSI), remains vigilant in disrupting and dismantl ing violent gang act ivity in collaborat ion with our state , local, and tr ibal, and f oreign law enforcement partners. Due to violence caused by members of MS-13, HSI New York establ ished Operation Matador (OPMAT). OPMATis a mult i-pronged approach in which HSI NY partnered with other DHS components to combat MS-13 in tile greate r New York City area. OPMAT is primed to disrupt and dismantle MS-13 through five key elements: intell igence gathe ring; actionable lead development : targeted enfo rcement; investigation development ; and commun ity outreach to at-r isk youth in the affected cit ies. From May 9, 2017 to June 30, 2017 , OPMAT has led to 68 arrests of known gang members, 60 of whicl1 were esta blished as MS-13 gang members. ICE rema ins committed in working in a unified approach in combat ing gang violence and disrupt ing the MS-13 pipe line. Priority Goal: Decrease the ab ility of targeted transnational criminal organizations to conduct illicit activities impacting the southern border and approaches region of the United States. By On January 12, 2017 , DHS eliminated a special parole policy fo r arriving Cuban nationals comm only known as the . wet-foot/dry -foot " policy, as well as a policy fo r Cuban medical professiona ls known as the Cuban Medical Professiona l Parole Program. It is now Department policy to consider any request s fo r such parole in t he same manner as parole requests filed by nationals of othe r count ries. 2 U.S. Department of Homeland Security -9CBP FOIA 004579 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000109 Page 314 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis September 30, 2017, actions by the DHS Joint Task Forces via synchronized component operations will result in the disruption and/or dismantlement of 15 percent of targeted transnational criminal organizations. Performance Analysis: Through the execution Percent of transnational criminal organizations of coordinated operational plans and targeted by tl1e Joint Task Forces that are investigations, the Joint Task Forces (JTFs) disrupted or dismantled (cumulative results) were able to enable the disruption and 20% 160"dismantlement of 12.6 percent (as of the 150.. rd 3 3 quarter FY 2017 ) of their targeted 110 % transnational criminal organizations, and is on 8 1q;, 10% 77 % track to meet its goal of 15 percent for this 40 % 5% 21% important work. The JTFs continue to coordinate across organizational boundaries FY16 Ql FY16 Q2 FY16Q3 fY16 0o1 FY17Ql FY17Q2 FY17Q3 to make positive advances with operations with joint investigations and operations within their functional areas, and are supported by DHS operational components in order to enhance DHS's effort in securing the U.S. Southern Border and Approaches. JTFs facilitated broader discussions with Components and garnered the reallocation of resources, including assets and personnel, to meet operational requirements. -I I ? Looking Forward The protection of the Nation's borders--land, air, and sea--from the illegal entry of people, weapons, drugs, and other contraband while facilitating lawful travel and trade is vital to homeland security, as well as the Nation's economic prosperity. The global economy is increasingly a seamless economic environment connected by systems and networks that transcend national boundaries. The United States is deeply linked to other countries through the flow of goods and services, capital and labor, and information and technology across our borders. As much as these global systems and networks are critical to the United States and our prosperity, they are also targets for exploitation by our adversaries, terrorists, and criminals. Below are a few initiatives that advance our efforts to secure and manage our borders. Increases in Border Infrastructure and Technology: Executive Order (EO) 13767, Border Security and Immigration Enforcement Improvements, requires significant enhancement of border infrastructure and technology. Out year planning has begun to include border barrier system extensions and enhancements and additional assets to include: Integrated Fixed Towers to provide automated, persistent wide area surveillance for the detection, tracking, identification, and classification of illegal entries; Remote Video Surveillance Systems to monitor large spans of the international border; and Cross-Border Tunnel Threat technology to diminish the ability of transnational criminal organizations to gain unobtrusive access into the United States through cross-border tunnels and the illicit use of underground municipal infrastructure. Final results for this measure will published in the FY 2017-2019 Annual Performance Report in early February 2018 at https://www.dhs.gov/performance-financial-reports. 3 - 10 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004580 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000110 Page 315 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Border Patrol Staffing: EO 13767 also addresses increasing staff on the border by requiring that DHS hire an additional 5,000 Border Patrol Agents. In response to this directive, CBP's Human Resource Management (HRM) office has developed a multi-year hiring plan to meet the new staffing requirement for Border Patrol. Of the 5,000 planned agent increase, the first surge is planned for 500 agents in FY 2018 and is in addition to the normal attrition hiring conducted by CBP HRM. This initial hiring surge will lay the foundation in increasing operational control in certain key areas along the border. The goal is to increase and maintain a Border Patrol Agent workforce to attain full operational control of the border. This will be an ongoing challenge to find qualified candidates who can pass the protocols to become a Border Patrol Agent, including a polygraph exam, along with ensuring that those who are hired remain in the Border Patrol and do not move to another law enforcement position within the Federal Government or to the private sector. Biometric Entry Exit: EO 13769, Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry into the United States, addresses challenges in screening and vetting protocols and associated technology and procedures with the visa-issuance and management process. One of the efforts to support this Executive Order is the Biometric Entry-Exit System. The Department will utilize the cloud-based Traveler Verification Service system and supporting information technology infrastructure to analyze and verify travelers' identity using biometric data such as facial and fingerprint recognition. This will allow CBP Officers to assist airline partners and other government agencies to verify the identity of travelers entering and exiting the United States. The Department intends to adapt these innovative air environment technological solutions for land and sea environments. Mission 4: Safeguard and Secure Cyberspace Our economic vitality and national security depend on a vast array of interdependent and critical cybernetworks, systems, services, and resources. By statute and Presidential Directive: DHS is the lead for the Federal Government to secure civilian government computer systems; works with industry to defend privately owned and operated critical infrastructure; prevents, detects, and investigates cybercrime; and works with state, local, tribal, and territorial governments to secure their information systems. Our goals for this area are: ? Goal 4.1: Strengthen the Security and Resilience of Critical Infrastructure against Cyber Attacks and other Hazards; ? Goal 4.2: Secure the Federal Civilian Government Information Technology Enterprise; ? Goal 4.3: Advance Cyber Law Enforcement, Incident Response, and Reporting Capabilities; and ? Goal 4.4: Strengthen the Cyber Ecosystem. The following highlighted measures gauge our efforts to safeguard and secure cyberspace. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 11 CBP FOIA 004581 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000111 Page 316 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Percent of customers implementing at least one cyber security assessment recommendation to improve critical infrastructure and federal network security (NPPD): This measure 100% l OO'I', l00 'lo 91'1oi demonstrates the percent of assessed asset owners and operators of critical infrastructure 63% that are not only developing a better understanding of their cybersecurity posture, but are also taking action to improve that posture. In FY 2017, 91 percent of FY13 Result FY14 Res1Jll FY15 ResUll FY16 Result FY17ResHII Results - - - Ta1ge1 organizations who received an assessment also implemented at least one cybersecurity enhancement, down from the last two years. Making enhancements is at the discretion of the customer and may not be implemented for a number of reasons to include funding, internal policies and priorities, organizational maturity, and internal expertise. Note that a small number of organizations are known to have implemented security recommendations during the actual assessment process but these efforts were not necessarily reflected in their survey response. Going forward, the program will review its methodology for this measure to ensure the data collection efforts are targeted to the customers who were involved in the assessment and improvement process. Percent of customers implementing at least one cyber security assessment recommendation to improve critical infrastructure and federal network security Amount of dollar loss prevented by Secret Amount of dollar loss prevented by Secret Service cyber investigations (in millions) Service cyber investigations (in millions) (USSS): The USSS maintains Electronic Crimes t3 !:,00 $3145 Task Forces that focus on identifying and $3 000 locating domestic and transnational $2.:i00 cybercriminals connected to cyber-intrusions, $2,000 $1500 bank fraud, data breaches, and other $1,119 $589 $558 computer-related crimes. This measure reflects uooo $384 $~00 USSS' efforts to reduce financial losses to the $0 FYL3Result FY15Result FY16 Result FY17Result FY14 Resull public from cybercrimes. In the second quarter Results - - - Target of FY 2017, the Secret Service closed an investigation into a network intrusion impacting a major U.S. retailer. This case involved over 4.5 million devices and substantial potential fraud losses totaling well in excess of the annual performance target. The year-to-year results for this performance measure are highly volatile based upon the cases closed in a particular reporting period. I Percent of federal, civilian executive branch personnel for whom EINSTEINintrusion prevention system coverage has been deployed 100''- 93% 94'11 94% - ~ 80% 80'.\ 60'); 40' 20'l. rY16 Rest1lt FY17Ql - - 12 - f'Y17Q2 Results ---- FY17Q'.< T11ge1 f"Y17Q4 -o o Percent of federal, civilian executive branch personnel for whom EINSTEIN intrusion prevention system coverage has been deployed (NPPD): This measure gauges the intrusion prevention coverage provided by EINSTEIN 3 Accelerated (E3A) that is currently operating on civilian executive branch networks. E3A has the capacity to both identify and block known malicious traffic. This performance measure assesses the extent to which DHS has deployed FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004582 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000112 Page 317 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis at least one E3A countermeasure to protect federal, civilian executive branch agencies. The FY 20 17 result reflects an increase of approximately 525,000 federal civilian personnel protected by E3A int rusion prevention services from the FY 2016 end of year result. As of September 30, 2017 , 95 percent of the federal, civilian executive branch personnel and 100 percent of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Act agency personnel are protected by at least one E3A countermeasure. OHS continues to work with relevant internet service providers, and fe deral entit ies to deploy E3A at rema ining Small/Micro agencies; however, these agencies have fewer Informat ion Technology (IT) staff. and E3A competes with resources dedicated to day-to-day operations, and other cybersecurity init iatives and requi rements . Malware Impactsto the Nation's SupplyChain In collaboration with the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences. DHS's NPPD. Nationa l Cyber Exercise and Planning Program (NCEPP) designed an exercise to test cyber-elements of the manufacturing sector_ The June 27. 2017 exercise was held in Ann Arbor. Ml with 20 stakeho lder groups. It explored cyber-incident response to their discovery of crit ical systems infected w ith malware designed to affect radio frequency ident ification (RFID) comp0nents (e.g., readers . scanners. and tags) that impact the supply chain. During th is full-day ta b letop exercise . NCEPP fac ilitators guided exercise part icipants through three separate scenar ios to address the issues. This is important because the complex ities associated with RFID tagging systems include an increased potentia l for the exploitation of vulnerabi lities. Participant s discovered through this exercise that an abundance of externa l resources were avai lable to help them about wl1ich they were not aware . The exercise also demonstrated that cyber-incident response capab ilities varied widely among participat ing organ izat ions. Surpr ising ly, larger organizat ions were more likely to maintain open lines of comm unications and/ or share cyber-threat infonnation than smaller entities. Cyber-exercises of t11istype aid in address ing the OHS Strategic Goals of strengthen ing the security and resilience of critica l infrastructure against cyber-attacks . and reducing risk to the Nat ion.s most critica l infrastructure . Priority Goal: Improve federal network security by providing federa l civilian executive branch agencies with the tools and informat ion needed to diagnose. mitigate, and respond to cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. By September 30, 2017, OHS will deliver two phases of continuous diagnostics and mitigation tools to 100 percent of the partici pating fe deral civilian executive branch agencies so that they can monitor their networks. PerformanceAnalysis: The Continuous Percent of participating federal , civilian Diagnostics and Mitigation (COM) program executive branch agencies for which Phase 1 provides fe deral agencies with capabili ties to and 2 continuous diagnostics and mitigation tools have been delivered to monitor their identify cybersecurity risks, prioritize those networks risks, and enable mitigat ion of the most 100<, 100 . 100 .. 100 3/4 lOfJ significant prob lems first. Thus it is imperative ;;o;: that contracts to implement COM on the 60" 40~ federal network are awarded in a timely 18% 20 . manner. As of the end of the first qua rter of ? ? fYlGQ l fY16Q2 FYl6Q3 FYJGQ4 fY17Q l fY17Qi rVl1Q3 f Y1/Q ~ FY20 17, the program attained its target of Results --Target 100 percent with 69 agencies part icipating in Phase 1 (asset managemen t) and 65 agencies participating in Phase 2 (user management) tools. The final award for Phase 2 tools was completed the first quarter of FY 2017 and 100 percent of Phase 1 and Phase 2 have been delivered for insta llation to part icipating federal, civilian executive branch agencies. It should be noted that not every non-Defense federal organization is currently participating in iillll U.S. Department of Homeland Security -13CBP FOIA 004583 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000113 Page 318 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis the CDM program and this measure only reflects those agencies that have chosen to participate in the program. Looking Forward Cyberspace and its underlying infrastructure are vulnerable to a wide range of risk stemming from both physical and cyberthreat hazards. Sophisticated cyber-actors and nation-states exploit vulnerabilities to steal information and money and are developing capabilities to disrupt, destroy, or threaten the delivery of essential services. A range of traditional crimes are now being perpetrated through cyberspace, including banking and financial fraud, intellectual property violations, and other crimes, all of which have substantial human and economic consequences. As information technology becomes increasingly integrated with physical infrastructure operations, there is increased risk for wide-scale or high-consequence events that could cause harm or disrupt services upon which our economy and the daily lives of millions of Americans depend. In light of the risk and potential consequences of cyber-events, strengthening the security and resilience of cyberspace has become an important homeland security mission. Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation: The Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) program provides tools, sensors, and dashboards to the 23 Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Act agencies and is in the process of deploying a shared services CDM offering to provide the same capabilities to non-CFO Act agencies. As part of the CDM Program, two dashboards were developed--first the Agency Dashboard and then the Federal Dashboard. Agency Dashboards push agency-specific summary data from federal civilian agencies to the Federal Dashboard user interface. The Federal Dashboard provides the Office of Cybersecurity and Communications (CS&C) with a federal enterprise view of cybersecurity risk. It provides access to security information that will be used in a variety of ways, with new features and methods still under development. DHS is delivering the program in phases with the first two phases in the implementation and deployment stage. A number of agencies have successfully deployed the first phase of the program and have begun to utilize the prioritized vulnerability information provided to address key security weaknesses on their networks. It is anticipated that the deployment of the second phase tools and the contract delivery of the third phase will occur in FY 2018. DHS is planning on measuring the effectiveness of the CDM program through the timely patching of identified critical vulnerabilities on the federal network beginning in 2018. Many challenges are faced in this endeavor, including federal agencies prioritizing the deployment and use of these tools, and having seasoned Chief Information Officer leadership and staff to implement and leverage these tools to enhance federal network security. Also, it should be noted that CDM is not currently a statutorily required program, thus there are agencies who have chosen not to participate. DHS is working to demonstrate the benefits of the program to those non-participatory agencies in order to make the program as robust as possible. Automated Indicator Sharing: In 2017, DHS made great strides in fulfilling a legislative requirement to share cyberthreat information with both public and private sector partners in near real time, but challenges remain. Being able to distinguish between real threats and those that do not pose harm to information systems is an ongoing challenge for agencies want to focus their response and corrective actions on only those threats that pose real harm. The Automated Indicator Sharing (AIS) program rapidly expanded both the volume of cyberthreat indicators shared and the number of public and private stakeholders participating in the - 14 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004584 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000114 Page 319 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis program FY 2017. The number of indicators shared through AIS increased from 100,394 in FY 2016 to over 1.2 million in FY 2017. Federal partners participation also grew from 7 agencies in FY 2016 to 25 in FY 2017 with all 23 non-defense CFO Act agencies and two additional agencies participating. Within DHS, all of the department's internal security operations centers were able to connect to AIS through the introduction of a web based platform to share indicators within the agency in real time to protect against known threats. Participation in the program was also extended to state governments, critical infrastructure sectors, and trusted allied nations. The number of non-federal participants increased dramatically from 45 in FY 2016 to 90 in FY 2017. The intent is to continue to grow the quantity of information shared by both DHS and participating entities and further expand the number of partners both domestically and internationally. National Cybersecurity Protection System: The National Cybersecurity Protection System is an integrated system that delivers a range of capabilities to include intrusion detection and prevention, analytics, and information sharing of malicious activity on federal networks. The system currently detects and blocks threats that are already known by DHS from harming the federal network. While preventing known threats is important, the system currently lacks the capability to identify and block previously unknown threats from entering federal networks. To increase the effectiveness of the system, DHS is currently piloting a program to develop the capability to detect previously unknown malicious activity on a network. This capability would establish a baseline for normal network behavior and traffic and alert DHS to any deviations or abnormalities from that baseline. This pilot program has the potential to enable DHS to discover malicious activity and actors that were previously unknown to the information security community and share it with public and private partners in near real time. The impact would be improved situational awareness of cyberthreats and the ability to block our adversaries most sophisticated attack methods. Challenges with this approach are being able to accurately predict the nature of new threats and the impact they may cause. In addition, there is the challenge to respond in an appropriate fashion without directing limited staff resources unnecessarily to threats that would not have been impactful. Strengthen National Preparedness and Resilience Mission 5: Strengthen National Preparedness and Resilience Despite ongoing vigilance and efforts to protect this country and its citizens, major accidents and disasters, as well as attacks, may occur. The challenge is to build the capacity of American communities to be resilient in the face of disasters and other threats. Our vision of a resilient Nation is one with the capabilities required across the whole community to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from the threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk. Our goals for this mission are: ? Goal 5.1: Enhance National Preparedness; ? Goal 5.2: Mitigate Hazards and Vulnerabilities; ? Goal 5.3: Ensure Effective Emergency Response; and ? Goal 5.4: Enable Rapid Recovery. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 15 CBP FOIA 004585 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000115 Page 320 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis The following highlighted measures gauge our efforts to strengthen national preparedness and resilience. Due to Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, FEMA is unable to provide year-end results in time for this report. As such, their 3rd quarter results are provided for context and their final results will be available in the FY 2017-2019 Annual Performance report in early February 2018 at https://www.dhs.gov/performance-financial-reports. Percent of shipments for required lifesustaining commodities (meals. water. tarps. plastic sheeting , cots. blankets . and generators ) and key initial response resources delivered by the agreed upon date W~ ft~ W~ WR lOO't, 80'6 60% 40'li., 20" 01' FY16 Resu11 fY17 Ql Resull - ResullS FY! 7 02 ResOlt - - - FYl 7 03 Res1I11 rarget Percent of shipments for required life-sustaining commodities (meals, water, tarps, plastic sheeting, cots, blankets, and generators) and key initial response resources delivered by the agreed upon date (FEMA): This measure evaluates the percent of shipments from FEMA distribution centers or logistics partners that arrive at the specified location by the validated and agreed upon delivery date. Timely delivery of many of these commodities are truly life-saving as well as life-sustaining. For the past two years, FEMA's distribution centers and logistics partners have met expectations. Percent of Incident Management Assistance Percent of Incident Management Assistance Teams establishing joint federal and state Teams establishing joint federal and state response objectives within 18 hours (FEMA): response objectives within 18 hours This measure gauges the percent of time that 100 .. 100'6 100 % 100 '6 lOO'lt. Incident Management Assistance Teams !l0% (IMATs) have deployed and have established 60% initial joint federal and state response 40"< 20% objectives within 18 hours of a request from a 0% state or jurisdiction. IMATs are made up of FY13 Result FYJd Result FY15 Resull FY16 Result FY17 Q3 Res!Jlt dedicated and experienced senior-level Results - - - Target emergency management professionals that are able to deploy upon a moment's notice when requested by the state. IMATs generally consist of 10 members, with expertise in operations, logistics, planning, and recovery. They are a rapidly deployable asset to anywhere in the region or the country, supporting our states and territories in their emergency response efforts. For the past five years, when called upon, IMATs have establishing joint federal and state response objectives within 18 hours, 100 percent of the time. Percent of incident management and support actions taken that are necessary to stabilize an incident that are performed within 72 hours or by the agreed upon time 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% FY13 Result FY14 Result FY15 Result ~Yl6 Result FV17 Q3 Result 100'6 80% 60'lo 40'1> 20,f, Q'lf; - - 16 - Results - - - Target Percent of incident management and support actions taken that are necessary to stabilize an incident that are performed within 72 hours or by the agreed upon time (FEMA): This measure reflects FEMA's role in effectively responding to any threat or hazard, with an emphasis on saving and sustaining lives within 72 hours, or by the agreed upon time, in support of state, local, tribal and territorial governments. "Actions necessary to FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004586 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000116 Page 321 of 5682 OHSFY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis stabilize an incident" are defined as those func t ions that must be initia ted immediately follow ing an incident in order to ensure the best outcomes for survivors . These actions include establishing jo int federal/state incident objectives and interoperab le communications between FEMA-suppo rted incident sites. deploying urban search and rescue resources, rapidly act ivating response coordination centers, and issuing timely alerts, warnings, operations orders , and situa t ion reports. For the past five years, incident management and suppo rt actions have been performed within 72 hours, or by the agreed upon time , 100 percent of the time . Percentof people in imminentdangersaved in Percent of people in imminent danger saved In the maritime environment(USCG): This is a the maritime environment 100 measure of the percent of people who were in aoo,,,; 794.., 790'lt 78811, 801. imminent danger on the oceans and other waterways and whose lives were saved by 60 USCGsearch and rescue teams . The number 40 of lives lost before and after the USCGis notified and the number of persons missing at o> the end of search operat ions are factored into FV14 Result FYl~ Rcsull FY16 Result FY17 Result FY13Rcsull this percentage. Several factors hinder lu,,.ults --ldl!(el successful response including untimely distress notification to the USCG,incorrect distress site location reporting, severe weather condit ions at the distress site. and distance to the scene. The USCGsaved more than 4,200 lives in FY2017, which was 78.8 percent of those in danger, and is consistent with long-term results and trends. The target for this measu re will like ly be adjusted in FY 2018 to be ambitious but more in-line with historical results. The USCGwill continue to plan, train , develop better technologies, and invest in capable assets to continue their exemplary performance in saving lives in the maritime envi ronment. One Federal Famlly #Readyto Serve SurgeCapacity Force In tile aftermath of a catastrophic event . OHS turns to its Surge Capacity Force. a cadre of federa l emp loyee heroes who help affected communities by support ing the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) urgent response and recovery efforts. The Surge Capacity Force is made up of federal en1Ployees from every Department or Agency in the Federal Government. The Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 (Public Law 109 -295) establ ished the Surge Capacity Force to deploy federal employees in the aftermath of a catastrophic event to help support response and recovery efforts. OHS activated the Surge capac ity Force for the f irst time in 2012 in support of Hurricane Sandy. More tt1an 1,100 (non -FEMA) fede ral employees deployed to New York and New Jersey to supplement FEMA's su bstantial disaster workforce. In the immed iate afte rmath of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma. and Maria. Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Elaine Duke activated the Surge Capacity Force-the second t ime in the Surge Capacity Force existence. Surge Capacity Force volunteers from throughout the Federal Government supported disaster survivors in Texas. Florida , Puerto Rico. and tt1e U.S. Virgin Islands . As of September 21. 2107. more than 2,000 federal en1Ployees were deployed for these relief efforts. Priority Goal: Enhance the Nation 's abi lity to respond to and recover from a catastrophic disaster through whole community preparedness and partnership. By September 30, 2017, 70 percent of states and territories will achieve an intermedia te or above proficiency toward meeting the targets established through thei r Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA). U.S. Department of Homeland Security -17CBP FOIA 004587 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000117 Page 322 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Performance Analysis: This measure assesses the percent of state and territorial State Preparedness Report (SPR) ratings at or above the 3.0 threshold when averaging across the 100 0"" planning, organization, equipment, training, and f!O 0'< exercise elements rated by grantees for each -- ~'i ~ -core capability. While the target was narrowly missed in FY 2016, all indications are that the 200 '<: FY 2017 target will be met; however, due to 00 ~YJ6 Results Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, FEMA is Results - - - Target unable to provide year-end results in time for this report. The results will be available in the FY 2017-2019 Annual Performance report in early February 2018 at https://www.dhs.gov/performance-financial-reports. Percent of states and territories that have achieved an intermed iate or above proficiency to address their targets established through theirTHIRA Looking Forward The Department coordinates comprehensive federal efforts to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate a terrorist attack, natural disaster or other large-scale emergency, while working with individuals, communities, the private and nonprofit sectors, faith-based organizations, and federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial partners to ensure a swift and effective recovery effort. Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria remind us all of the importance of preparedness and resilience in the face of disaster. Below are a few initiatives that advance our efforts to achieve our preparedness and resilience goals. National Flood Insurance Program: The Department administers the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) to reduce the impact of flooding on private and public structures. The NFIP takes a multi-faceted approach that includes providing affordable insurance to property owners while also encouraging communities to adopt floodplain management regulations and invest in mitigation efforts; however, challenges exist in maintaining the viability of this program. To address the financial stability of the NFIP, DHS plans to support long term reauthorization of the NFIP by promoting transparency around the NFIP's revenue, expenses, risk exposure, and available risk management tools as NFIP reauthorization-related discussions progress with DHS, the Administration, and Congress. FEMA is leveraging existing investments in analytic capacity and engagements with the reinsurance industry to better understand the NFIP's risk profile and appropriate risk management strategies. Disaster Workforce Structure: In order to be prepared for all hazards, the Department has made numerous advancements in the past decade to the disaster response workforce. The establishment of the Surge Capacity Force allows the capacity for the Department to deploy its employees in support of FEMA's existing workforce for a large-scale disasters as seen this year with Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria. The Department continues to innovate and learn from other agencies, such as developing a centralized reception, staging, onward movement, and integration process and collaborating with the Corporation for National and Community Service. FEMA has made progress, but is still far from its desired workforce structure. Moving forward, FEMA is conducting research to understand the barriers that prevent it from reaching its disaster workforce structure. Additionally, it is continuing to learn from other agencies and - 18 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004588 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000118 Page 323 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis will take lessons learned from Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria to address this critical need in times of crisis. Enforce and Administer Our Immigration Laws Mission 3: Enforce and Administer Our Immigration Laws A fair and effective immigration system enriches American society, unifies families, and promotes our security. Our Nation's immigration policy plays a critical role in advancing homeland security. Our goals for this mission are: ? Goal 3.1: Strengthen and Effectively Administer the Immigration System; and ? Goal 3.2: Prevent Unlawful Immigration. The following highlighted measures gauge our efforts to enforce and administer our immigration laws. Average of processing cycle time (in months) for naturalization applications (N-400) (USCIS): This measure assesses the program's ability to 10 86 meet its published processing time goals for 8 N-400, Application for Naturalization which is 58 5.5 G 50 47 filed by lawful permanent residents to attain 4 U.S. citizenship. Naturalization applications were 26 percent higher than projected in '2 FY 2016 and are again higher than planned in 0 fY13 Result F'/14 Result FY15 Result FY16 Result FY17 Result FY 2017 by 14 percent. USCIS is continuing to Results --fargel shift resources and prioritize workload in order to handle its case volume. Although the cycle time is above the target, USCIS has maintained the accuracy of N-400 decisions as validated through random sampling. USCIS continues to face capacity challenges which, combined with higher workload demands, will continue to negatively impact our cycle time. During FY 2018, USCIS will continue to balance workload to ensure national cycle time parity across each of its 88 field offices and leverage overtime and other scheduling options. Average of processing cycle time (in months) for naturalization applications (N-400 ) Percent of customers satisfied with the citizenship and immigration-related support received from the National Customer Service Center (USCIS): This measure gauges the overall rating of the immigration process and is based on the results from the following areas: 1) accuracy of information; 2) responsiveness to customer inquiries; 3) accessibility to information; and 4) customer satisfaction. Percent of customers satisfied with the citizenship and immigration-related support received from the National Customer Service Center 100.~ 80 '!. 6()' !t, 4Q.Jt ?0 % 87% I FYl3 Re;,ult 86% 88~ 85% 84% fYlq Re,;Ult FY15 Resul\ FY16 Result FY17 Result - Results - -- Target U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 19 CBP FOIA 004589 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000119 Page 324 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis The FY 2017 result for this measure is consistent with the results for the past four years; however, there has been a slight decline the past two years which is most likely due to the f luidity in the immigration policy environment making it more difficult to satisfy customers . questions in some instances. Results are still indicative of the attent ion USCIS has given to the customer service approach, especially given the increased demand. USCISis constantly listen ing to customer feedback and tak ing deliberate steps to improve the level of service provided to its customers. USCIS' customer service rating is well above the Federal Government Cit izen Experience Benchma rk of 78 percent as reported by American Customer Satisfaction Index in their latest report published on January 31, 2017. Percentof applicationsfor citizenship and immigration benefits not approved following a potential findingof fraud (USCIS): This measure reflects the Department's capacity to prevent 917~ fraud, abuse, and exploitation of the immigration system. and helps ident ify systemic vulnerab ilit ies that threaten its integrity. By not approving benefits to ind ividuals potentially attempting to comm it fraud, and who were not fY161lesull FY17Result eligible for a waiver or exemption. USCISis --la,ge,t act ively eliminat ing vulnerabi lities. and ident ifying ways to cont inue to deter and prevent fraud in the future. Slight ly up from FY 2016 results, the initia l find ings of fraud were upheld 91. 7 percent of the t ime. Initia l find ings of fraud are reviewed by USCIS' Fraud Detection and National Security Directorate (FONS) before final adj udication is rendered. FONSwas created in 2004 in orde r to strengthen USCIS' efforts to ensure imm igration benefits are not granted to individuals who pose a threat to national secur ity or public safety, or who seek to defraud our immigration system. USCIScont inues to improve commun icat ion between fraud officers and adjudicators with the assistance of improved reporting tools and investments in new technologies . Percent of applications for citizenship and rmm,gration benef its not approved follow ing a potential find ing of fraud o(l 4ff 20. ll USCISNaturalizes15,000 New Citizensduring IndependenceDay On the 241 st anniversary of t he Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States . 15,000 lawful permanent residents were natura lized as U.S. citizens dur ing more than 65 natura lization ceremon ies across the country. The num ber of new citizens natural ized on July 4, 2017 was the most in recent years. Local, state , and federal offic ials attended ceremonies that were held at pub lic libraries. nationa l parks, and museums. Teresa Nieves-Chinchilla was one of 22 people from 16 countr ies who were naturalized at the July Fourth natu ralization ceremony in Annapol is, Maryland. Shortly before the ceremony, she had returned from a trip to her home country of Spain and in her mail box was a long-awaited letter grant ing her dream - she could finally become an American citizen. Nieves-Chinchilla had been living in the U.S. for 11 years . study ing space weather and solar activ ity at the Catho lic University of America's Institute for Astrophysics and Computationa l Sciences . located at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt , Maryland. "This country gave me the opportunity to be a scient ist. to make my life" she said. USCISis committed to promoting inst ruction and train ing on cit izenship rights and responsibilit ies by offering a variety of f ree citizenship preparat ion resources for appl icants . educators . and organ izations that can be found Online at the Citizenship Resource Center (www.uscis.gov/citizenship ). Immigrant -serving organizations can register at www.uscis.gov/citizenship/organizations/civics-and -citizensh ip-toolkit to receive a f ree Civics and Citizenship Toolk it to help them develop content for classes and train staff and volunteers. -20- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FO IA 004590 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000120 Page 325 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Looking Forward The success of our Nation's immigration policy plays a critical role in advancing homeland security. The Department is focused on smart and effective enforcement of U.S. immigration laws while streamlining and facilitating the legal immigration process. Effective administration of the immigration system depends on ensuring that immigration decisions are impartial, lawful, and sound; that the immigration system is interactive and user friendly; that policy and procedural gaps are systematically identified and corrected; and that those vulnerabilities which would allow persons to exploit the system are eliminated. Below are a few initiatives that advance our efforts to achieve the Department's immigration enforcement and administration goals. USCIS' Improvement Plans: USCIS secures America's promise as a Nation of immigrants by granting citizenship and immigration benefits, promoting awareness and understanding of citizenship, ensuring the integrity of the immigration system, and providing accurate and useful information to its customers. Over the past few years, the number of applications for benefits and benefit changes has ballooned to more than 8 million transactions per year creating a challenge to process applications in a timely fashion. The sheer volume of work has led USCIS to leverage a suite of technology tools that give customers faster and easier access to immigration information. The flagship of the newest suite of tools is myUSCIS, an online one-stop shop for immigration information. The success of myUSCIS will be leveraged to expanded service to continue to provide value, relevance, and reach for customers and stakeholders. Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States: EO 13768, Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States, aims to effectively address those individuals who illegally enter the United States and those who overstay or otherwise violate the terms of their visas. Historically, surges of illegal immigration at the southern border with Mexico has placed a significant strain on federal resources and overwhelmed those agencies charged with border security and immigration enforcement. One of the provisions of the EO addresses this need by hiring 10,000 Immigration and Customs Enforcement Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs) and related support staff. The FY 2018 budget includes plans for the first 1,000 LEOs, and plans are in place to onboard the remaining staff over a multi-year horizon. Mature and Strengthen Homeland Security The objectives for maturing and strengthening the Department were designed to bolster key activities and functions that support the success of our strategic missions and goals. Ensuring a shared awareness and understanding of risks and threats, building partnerships, strengthening our international enterprise structure, enhancing the use of science and technology, with a strong service and management team underpin our broad efforts to ensure our front-line operators have the resources they need to fulfill the missions of the Department. Our mature and strengthen goals are: ? Integrate Intelligence, Information Sharing, and Operations; ? Enhance Partnerships and Outreach; ? Strengthen the DHS International Affairs Enterprise in Support of Homeland Security Missions; U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 21 CBP FOIA 004591 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000121 Page 326 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis ? ? ? Conduct Homeland Security Research and Development; Ensure Readiness of Frontline Operators and First Responders; and Strengthen Service Delivery and Manage DHS Resources. Performance measures associated with the Department's Mature and Strengthen Homeland Security focus support evaluation of the operational aspects of the headquarters offices. A small number of measures aligned to this area are displayed below, and the full set can be found in the DHS Congressional Justification Overview Chapter for the Office of the Under Secretary for Management at https://www.dhs.gov/dhs-budget. Percent of favorable responses by DHS employees on the Employee Engagement Index of the annual employee survey: This measure is based on positive response rates by DHS 170'1,, 60% 56'>, soo employees to the Employee Engagement Index 50',. (EEI) of the annual Federal Employee Viewpoint '10": Survey (FEVS) administered by the Office of 30"' 200. Personnel Management. The EEI is comprised of 10o , three sub-indices--Leaders Lead, Supervisors, O'i> FY16 Result FYl/ Resull and Intrinsic Work Experiences. Based upon the ResUIIS - - - Ta1get 2017 FEVS data, DHS's EEI climbed to 60 percent, a four point improvement over last year's results. This increase in EEI is the largest of any Cabinet-level agency in FY 2017. Further, DHS had the largest increase in its Global Satisfaction Index (GSI), gaining six percentage points from last year's 49 percent rating. Both USCIS and USCG have EEI scores above any of the Cabinet-level agencies, at 74 percent. Acting Secretary, Elaine Duke stated, "This progress has been no easy feat, and I am happy to see that these results reflect the tireless efforts taken throughout the Department to promote a culture of collaboration and engagement. As a Department, we have taken tremendous strides in recent years, continuously working to ensure that all employees at DHS feel supported, empowered, and equipped to successfully execute the duties and responsibilities necessary in maintaining the safety and security of the Nation." I Percent of favorable responses by OHS employees on the Employee Engagement Index of the annual employee survey Number of intelligence reports shared with the Number of intelligence reports shared with the intelligence community: This measure reflects intelligence community the DHS contribution of raw, unevaluated 4,000 3602 intelligence, to the intelligence community and ~.500 2,698 3,000 the Federal Government so as to share the 2 500 unique information obtained from intelligence 2,000 1.701 officers in the field. In FY 2017, I&A 1,500 751 1000 disseminated 3,602 raw intelligence 500 information reports, exceeding its FY 2017 goal 0 FYJ7Q3 FY17Ql FY17Q2 FY17Q4 by 34 percent. During the fiscal year, I&A was Target Results able to inform intelligence analysis, watchlisting and policy by sharing raw intelligence from a variety of DHS sources. Several key factors enabled I&A to succeed including streamlining our reporting processes and automating research techniques. These changes enhanced I&A's I - 22 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004592 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000122 Page 327 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis ability to support our customer's needs and reduce the t ime it takes to ident ify information that has value for inte lligence purposes. Percentof PartnerOrganizationsthat agreethe Federal Law EnforcementTraining Centers trainingprogramsaddressthe rightskills(e.g., criticalknowledge,keyskillsand techniques. attitudes/behaviors)neededfor their officers/ agentsto performtheir law enforcement duties (FLETC):The results of this measu re provide on-going opportunities for improvements t hat are incorporated into FLETC's train ing curricula, processes, and procedures. FLETC FY13 Result FY14 Rcsulr FY15 Resull FYJ6 Resull FYJ 7 flesult fl>!Sult.s - - - Ta1ge1 perennially performs very well on this measure-greater t han 90 percent for t he past f ive years-a s t hey have a very singularly focused mission to provide career-long t rain ing to law enforcement professionals to help t hem fu lfill thei r responsib ilit ies safely and profic iently. Over t he past 46 years, FLETC has grown into the Nat ion's largest provider of law enfo rcement tr aining. Percent of Partner Organizations that agree the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers training programs address the right skills 1~ iiilt I L 0% - InnovativeVeteransHiringEvent The recent Executive order signed on January 25. 2017 mandates the enhancement of public safety in the interior of the United States. The Secretary has the responsibil ity of ensuring 10,000 add itional immigrat ion officers are hired to secure the United States borders. and enforce immigration laws. In an effo rt to assist with achieving this goal. and increase veteran hiring numbers . the Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer worked j ointly with representatives from every OHS Component to sponsor a two-day . continue Your Service to America . veteran recruitment and hiring event. Veterans current ly make up 27.9 percent of the Department's workforce . Prior to t he event . the Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer . U.S. Citizenship and Imm igration Services . Customs and Border Protection . U.S. Immigrat ion and Customs Enforcement. delivered a series of veteran hiring event webinar learning sessions for veterans across tile United States. The webinars assisted veterans with uploading t heir resumes to USAJOBSand making them sea rcha ble by federal agencies. More than 5,000 veterans participated in t he webinars. The hiring event held August 22-23 , 2017 was attended by 2,570 veterans represent ing each branch of the military . As a result of t he partnership between OHS Components for the event. over 600 veterans were interviewed . an estimated 125 tenta tive job offers were made . and approximately 375 cand idates were moved to the next phase of the law enforcement hiring process. An innovative approach of interv iewing, providing tempo rary job post ings, and initiating the security process at the hiring event will reduce the time to hire t hese candidates. The hiring process generally takes fou r to six months to onboard an employee. Through t he innovation of webina r learning sessions and an abbreviated temporary job post ing and security process, OHS is able to acquire highly trained. and highly-talented veterans in an expedited manner t o cont inue the ir service to America by supporting the DHS mission . LookingForward Mat uring and strengt hening th e Department and th e enti re homeland security ente rprise-t he collective efforts and shared responsibi lities of federal, state, local, tribal and territo rial, nongovernmental and private-sector partners, as well as ind ividuals, fa milies, and commun ities-is critical to the Department's success in carrying out its core missions and operatio nal object ives. U.S. Department of Homeland Security -23CBPFOIA 004593 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000123 Page 328 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Formalizing the Requirements Process: DHS's maturation and challenge includes improving numerous business practices necessary for supporting front line operations that must combat evolving threats and ensuring efficient operations. An important advancement for the Department along this journey is formalizing the requirements process. Gains in this effort come from the Department wide Joint Requirements Council (JRC) and the Radiological/Nuclear Requirements Oversight Council (RNROC). The JRC provides oversight of the DHS requirements generation process by validating capability gaps, needs, and requirements based on capability analysis. The RNROC charter is to oversee the requirements process specific to radiological/nuclear detection and nuclear forensics, vetting Component requirements, and leading to the fielding of effective solutions prior to validation by the JRC. Both efforts are advancing requirements development in DHS and will ensure efficient and effective operations into the future. Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer: DHS continues to implement a results-oriented annual planning process to support the strategic management of human capital resources. Several key department-wide initiatives will occur in the coming year to bring the human capital community together in a unity of effort. The Department will develop an enterprise approach for co-branding DHS and Components in all human capital outreach efforts including advertising, marketing, and social media. DHS will also develop a process to automate and streamline data collection to provide leadership with real-time information to evaluate the return on investment achieved related to hiring initiatives. Furthermore, the Department is creating career pathing with online resources, assessment tools, and skill-building opportunities for the 1800 job series occupations (Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, and Compliance), Human Resources occupations (201 job series), and other select Management lines of business occupations. Lastly, DHS will leverage existing Component programs to develop a department-wide Resilience and Family Readiness Program to support families when front-line employees need to be deployed to other geographic locations. Financial Stewardship: DHS is expending resources to raise the baseline of our security posture, necessitating the continued evolution of the business processes and systems supporting mission delivery. With the magnitude and scope of threats continuing to grow and change every day, DHS is further maturing our resource agility and efficiency. Enterprise risk management (ERM) is foundational to delivering on the DHS mission and objectives, and integrated into each phase of the planning to execution processes. A critical aspect of the Department's integrated ERM approach is the continued maturation of a robust internal control program, ensuring taxpayer funds are expended as efficiently and effectively as possible while preventing and detecting fraud, waste and abuse. Using a risk based approach and the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) criteria for standards for internal control, DHS assessed its internal control maturity by Component and key deficiency category. This Internal Control Maturity Model baseline served as the Department's starting point to measure substantial progress in addressing weaknesses and sustaining a strong control environment. The Department's comprehensive enterprise approach to remediation are driving and sustaining continuous progress, as evidenced by the ability to downgrade the Property material weakness this fiscal year. DHS will continue demonstrating strong financial stewardship, executing the multi-year strategy to remediate our two remaining material weaknesses in Financial Reporting and Information Technology controls and achieve a clean Internal Control over Financial Reporting opinion. - 24 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004594 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000124 Page 329 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Age ncy Financial Report pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Financial Overview The Department's principal fi nancia l statements - Balance Sheet, Statement of Net Cost, Statement of Changes in Net Position, State ment of Budgetary Resources, and Statement of Custodia l Activity- report the fi nancial position and results of operat ions of the Department, includ ing long-term comm it ments and obligations. The statements have been prepared pursuant to the requi rements of Tit le 31 , United States Code, Section 3515 (b), in accordance with U.S. generally accepted account ing principles and the for mats prescribed by 0MB. These statements are in addition to the financia l reports used to monito r and contro l budgetary resources, which are prepared from the same books and records. The statements shou ld be read with the realizat ion that the y are fo r a component of the Federal Government, a sovereign entity. KPMG LLP performed the audit of the Department's principal financial state ments. FinancialPosition The Department prepares its Balance Sheet, State ment of Net Cost, and State ment of Changes in Net Posit ion on an accrual basis, in accordance with generally accepted account ing principles; mean ing that econom ic events are recorded as they occur, regardless of when cash is received or disbu rsed. The Balance Sheet presents the resources owned or managed by the Department that have future econom ic benefits (assets) and the amounts owed by OHS that will requ ire future payments (liab ilit ies). The difference between the Department's assets and liab ilit ies is the residual amount retained by OHS (net position ) that is available fo r future programs and capita l investments. Fund Balance wit h Treasu ry Property, Pla nt, and Equipment Other Asset s Total Assets Federal Employee and Vet erans ' Benefit s Debt Accounts Payable Deferred Revenue and Advances Insura nce Liabilit ies Accrued Payrol l Other Liabilit ies Tota l Liabilit ies Tot al Net Posit ion Total Liabilit ies and Net Position 71,466 21,887 18,358 111 ,7 11 58,715 30,440 4,278 5,799 12,331 2,276 7,654 121 ,4 93 (9 ,782 ) 111 ,7 11 $ Less: Revenue Earned Net Cost Before Gains and Losses on Assumpt ion Cha nges Gains a nd Losses on Assumption Changes Total Net Cost 58 ,997 21 ,220 17,413 9 7 ,630 58 ,028 23 ,017 3,868 3,795 3,196 2,114 7,492 101,510 (3,880 ) 9 $ 7 ,630 $ 12,469 667 945 14 ,081 687 7,423 410 2,004 9,135 162 162 19,983 (5,902 ) 14,081 3 %.A. 5%.A. 14 %.A. 1%.A. 32 %.A. 11 %.A. 53 %.A. > 100 %.A. 8 %.A. 2 %.A. 20 %.A. <-100 %T 14 %.A. -5%T 22 %.A. (494 ) $ 66 ,403 234 (728 ) $ 55,139 $ 11 ,26 4 U.S. Department of Homeland Security <-100 % T 20 %.A. -25CBP FOIA 004595 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000125 Page 330 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Assets- WhatWeOwnand Manage Assets represent amounts owned or managed by the Department that can be used to accomplish its miss ion. The Department's largest asset is Fund Balance with Treasury (FBwT), which consists primar ily of appropr iated, revolving, trust, depos it, receipt, and special funds remaining at the end of the fiscal year. Propert y, Plant , and Equipment (PP&E) is the second largest asset, and include buildings and facili t ies, vessels, aircraft , construction in progress, and other equipment. In acquiring t hese assets, t he Department either spent resources or incurred a o FBwT o PP&E o Other liabi lity to make payment at a future date; however, because these assets should provide future benefits to help accomplish the OHS mission, the Department reports these items as assets rather than expenses. Other Assets includes items such as investments , accounts receivable, cash and other monetary assets , ta xes, duties and trade receivables, direct loans, and inventory and related property. As of September 30, 2017 , the Department had $ 11 1. 7 billion in assets, representing a $14 .1 bill ion increase from FY 2016. The major ity of th is change is due to the increase in FEMA's FBwT to support disaster relief efforts for the significant hurricanes that struck the United States th is past year. Liabilities - What We Owe Liabilit ies are the amounts owed to the public or other federal agencies for goods and services provided but not yet paid for; to OHS employees for wages and future benefits ; and for other liabi lities. The Department's largest liabi lity is for Federa l Employee and Veterans ' Benefits (FEVB). The Department owes these amounts to current and past civilian and military personnel for pension and other post-employment benefits. The liabi lity also includes medical costs for approved workers ' compensat ion cases. For more information, see Note 16 in the Financial Information section. This liability is not covered by current budgetary resources, and the Department will use future appropriat ions to cover these liab ilit ies (see Note 14 in the Financial Informat ion section ). o FEVB o Debt o Insuran ce Liabi lities Ot her Debt is the second largest liabi lity, and results from Treasury loans and related interest payable to fund FEMA's NFIP and Disaster Assistance Direct Loan Program. Given the current premium rate structure , FEMA will not be able to pay its debt from the premium revenue alone; -26- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004596 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000126 Page 331 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis therefore , legislat ion will need to be enacted to provide fund ing to repay the Treasury. This is discussed furthe r in Note 15 in the Financial Informat ion sect ion. Insurance Liabilities represent an esti mate of NFIP cla im acti vity based on the loss and loss adjustment expense facto rs inherent to the NFIP insurance underwrit ing operat ions, including t rends in claim severity and f requency. Other Liabili ties include amounts owed to other federa l agencies and the public fo r goods and services received by the Department, amounts received by the Department for goods or services that have not been fully rendered , unpaid wages and benefits for current OHS employees, and amounts due to the Treasury's general fund , environmental liab ilit ies, refunds and drawbacks , and other. As of September 30 , 2017 , the Department reported approximately $121.5 billion in tota l liabi lities. Total liab ilities increased by approximately $20 billion in FY 2017. FEMA's disaste r response costs and related increases in FEMA's debt to Treasury along with proj ected future f lood cla ims dr ives most of th is increase in liabilities. NetPosition Net posit ion represents the accum ulation of revenue, expenses, budgetary , and other fi nancing sources since inception , as represented by an agency's balances in unexpended approp riations and cumu lat ive results of operations on the Statement of Changes in Net Position. Financing sources increase net position and include, but are not limited to , appropriat ions, user fees , and excise ta xes. The net costs discussed in the sect ion below as well as transfers to othe r agencies decrease net position. The Department's tota l net position is $(9.8 ) billion because of significant expenses related to NFIP, as well as pension liabi lities for USCGand USSS, which are f unded fo r the current year only. Total net position decreased approximately $6 billion fr om FY 2016 , in large part because of the cost associated with hurricane relief efforts. Results of Operations The Department operates under one unifi ed mission: With honor and integr ity, we will safeguard the Amer ican peop le, our home land, and our values. The FY 2014-2018 Strategic Plan further deta ils the Department's missions and focus area , which are grouped into fou r maj or missions in the State ment of Net Cost and related footnotes to allow the reader of the Statement of Net Cost to clearly see how resources are spent to wards the common goal of a safe, secure, and resilient Nation. Net cost of operat ions before gains and losses represents the difference between the costs incur red and revenue earned by OHS programs. The Department's net cost of operations before gains and losses increased by approximately $11 billion in FY 2017. OHS incurred a signif icantl y larger gross cost this year to support response and recovery efforts related to the recent hurricanes. During FY2017 , the Department earned approximate ly $ 13.8 billion in exchange revenue. o Foster a Safe and Secur e Hom eland o St rength en National Preparedn ess and Res ilience o Enforce and Adm inist er Our Imm igrat ion Laws Mat ure and Strength en Hom eland Security U.S. Department of Homeland Security -27CBP FOIA 004597 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000127 Page 332 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analys is Exchange revenue ar ises fro m transact ions in which the Department and the other party rece ive value and that are direct ly related to departmenta l operat ions. The Department also collects non-exchange dut ies, taxes, and fee revenue on beha lf of the Federa l Government. This non-exchange revenue is presented in the Statement of Custodia l Activity or Statement of Changes in Net Posit ion . rather than the Statement of Net Cost. Budgetary Resources Budgetary accounting princ iples requ ire recogn ition of the ob ligat ion of funds according to legal requ irements , wh ich in many cases happens prior to the transact ion under accrua l bas is. The recognition of budgetary account ing transact ions is essent ial for compliance with lega l constraints and contro ls over the use of federa l funds. The budget represents our plan fo r eff iciently and effect ive ly ach iev ing the strateg ic object ives to carry out our miss ion and to ensure that the Department manages its operations with in the appropr iated amounts using budgetary contro ls. Sourcesof Funds($ in millions) Unobligated Balance from Prior Year Autho rity Approp riatio ns Spending Autho rity from Offsetting Collect ions Borrowing Autho rity Total BudgetaryAuthority FY 2017 FY 2016 $ Change % Change 16%.A -3%T 7,427 $101,963 1 $ 88 ,113 7,426 $ 13,850 >100 %.A 16%.A The Department's budgetary resources were appro ximat ely $102 billion for FY 2017. The authority was deri ved from $15.4 bill ion in author ity carr ied for ward from FY 2016 . appropr iations of $68.2 billion , $11 billion in collect ions . and $7.4 bill ion in borrow ing authority. Budgetary resources increased appro ximate ly $14 billion from FY 2016. FEMA rece ived a supp lemental appropriat ion to respond to the o Unobligated Balance fr om Prior Year Aut hor ity o Appropriati ons sign ificant disasters at the end of the fiscal year. ? Spend ing Autho rity fr om Offsett ing Collections Additiona lly, FEMA borrowed $7.4 billion in FY 2017 Borro wing Authority to pay insurance claims aga inst the NFIP. Both of these served to increase the Department's budget author ity sign if icantly in FY 2017. Of the tota l budget authority avai lab le, the Department incurr ed a tota l of $81.9 billion in ob ligat ions from sa laries and benefits . purchase orders place d, contracts awarded , or sim ilar transact ions. -28- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004598 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000128 Page 333 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis CustodialActivities The Statemen t of Custodial Act ivity is prepared using the modified cash basis. With t his metho d, revenue f rom cas h collections is reporte d separate ly from receivab le accruals, and cash disbursemen ts are reported separate ly from payable accruals. Cash Collections($ in millions) Cash Collections ExciseTax Other Total Cash Collections FY 2017 FY 2016 $ 34,835 $ 35 ,142 3,631 1,810 3,430 1,684 $ 40 ,276 $ 40,256 $ Change (307 ) 201 126 20 $ % Change -1%T 6%o 7%o 0%o $ Custodial activi ty includes t he revenue collected by the Departmen t on behalf of ot hers, and the disposition of that revenue to the recipient ent it ies. Non-exchange revenue is either retained by the Department to fu rt her its mission or transfe rred to Treasury's genera l fund and other federa l agencies. Custom duties collected by CSP account for 86 percent of total cash collect ions. The remain ing 14 percent is comprised of excise taxes, user fees . and various other fees. o Custom Dut ies o Excise Tax o Other Other Key RegulatoryRequirements For a discussion on DHS's comp liance with t he Prom pt Payment Act. and Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996. see the Other Information section. -29- U.S. Department of Homeland Security CBP FOIA 004599 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000129 Page 334 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Secretary'sAssuranceStatement November 14, 2017 The Department of Homeland Security management team is responsib le for meeting the objectives of the Federal Managers' Financ ial Integrity Act of 1982 (FMFIA) by managing risks and mainta ining effective internal control over three internal control objectives: effectiveness and effic iency of operations; reliabi lity of financial reporting; and compliance with applicab le laws and regulations. The Department conducted its assessment of risk and interna l control in accordance with the Office of Management and Budget (0MB) Circular No. A-123 . Management's Responsibility for Enterp rise Risk Management and Internal Control. Based on the results of the assessment, the Department can provide reasonable assurance that internal control over operat ions. reporting , and compliance were operating effect ively as of September 30, 2017 except for the disclosures noted in the subsequent sections. Pursuant to the OHS Financial Accountability Act (FAA), the Department is requ ired to obtain an opinion on its internal control over financial report ing. The Department conducted its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial report ing in accordance with Appendix A of 0MB Circular A-123 and Government Accountability Office (GAO)Standards for Internal Control. Based on the results of this assessment, the Department can provide reasonab le assurance that its internal control over financial reporting was designed and operating effectively, with the exception of the following two areas: 1) Financial Reporting and 2) Informati on Technology Controls and Systems Functionality, where mater ial weaknesses have been ident ified and remediation is in process, as further described in the Management Assurances section of the Agency Financial Report. In addition, the material weakness related to Informat ion Technology (IT) Controls and Systems Functiona lity stated above affects the Department 's ability to fully comply with the Federal Financial Management Improvement Act of 1996 (FFMIA) financia l management system requirements , and therefore the Department is also report ing a noncompliance with FFMIA. As a result of our assessments conducted, I am pleased to report that the Department has made progress in enhanc ing its internal controls and financ ial management program and continues to plan for additional improvements going forward. Sincerely, Elaine C. Duke Acting Secretary of Homeland Security -30- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004600 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000130 Page 335 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Management Assurances DHS management is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and assessing internal control to provide reasonable assurance that the objectives of the Federal Managers' Financial Integrity Act of 1982 (31 United States Code 3512, Sections 2 and 4) and the Federal Financial Management Improvement Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-208), as prescribed by the GAO Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government known as the Green Book, are met. In addition, the Department of Homeland Security Financial Accountability Act (Pub. L. 108-330) requires a separate management assertion and an audit opinion on the Department's internal control over financial reporting. In FY 2014, GAO revised the Green Book effective beginning FY 2016 and for the Federal Managers' Financial Integrity Act reports covering that year. The Green Book provides managers the criteria for an effective internal control system, organized around internal control components, principles, and attributes. In FY 2016, the OMB revised Circular No. A-123, Management's Responsibility for Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Control. The revisions emphasize the integration of risk management and internal controls within existing business practices across an Agency. Updates to the Circular were effective in FY 2016, with the implementation of enterprise risk management requirements effective in FY 2017. Circular A-123, Appendix A, Internal Control over Financial Reporting, remains in effect. Federal Managers' Financial Integrity Act, Section 2 Since Circular No. A-123 became effective 2006, DHS has worked extensively to establish, maintain, and assess internal controls. The Department has made considerable improvements in internal controls over operations, reporting, and compliance through the extensive work of staff and management at Headquarters and in the Components. In accordance with Circular A-123, the Department performs assessments over the effectiveness of its internal controls. The results of these assessments provide management with an understanding of the effectiveness and efficiency of programmatic operations, reliability of financial reporting, and compliance with laws and regulations. Management performs an analysis on the pervasiveness and materiality over any identified deficiencies to determine their impact. Based on the results of these assessments, the Secretary provides assurances over the Department's internal controls in the annual assurance statement. Any deficiency identified as a material weakness within internal control over financial reporting is defined as a deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, in internal control, such that there is a reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of the entity's financial statements will not be prevented, or detected and corrected, on a timely basis. To identify material weaknesses and non-compliance, management used the following criteria: ? ? ? ? ? ? Significant enough to report outside the Agency as a material weakness; Impacts the operating effectiveness of Entity-Level Controls; Impairs fulfillment of essential operations or mission; Deprives the public of needed services; Significantly weakens established safeguards against waste, loss, unauthorized use or misappropriation of funds, property, other assets, or conflicts of interest; Substantial non-compliance with laws and regulations; and U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 31 CBP FOIA 004601 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000131 Page 336 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis ? Financial management systems conformance to government-wide systems requirements. The Department instituted an Accountability Structure, which includes a Senior Management Council (SMC), the Risk Management and Assurance (RM&A) Division, and a Senior Assessment Team (SAT). The SMC approves the level of assurances for the Secretary's consideration and is comprised of the Department's Under Secretary for Management, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Readiness Support Officer, Chief Human Capital Officer, Chief Information Officer, Chief Information Security Officer, Chief Security Officer, and Chief Procurement Officer. The RM&A Division seeks to integrate and coordinate internal control assessments with other internal control related activities and incorporates results from all of the Department's lines of business to address cross-cutting internal control issues. Finally, the SAT, led by the Chief Financial Officer and overseen by RM&A, is comprised of senior-level financial managers assigned to carry out and direct Component-level internal control over financial reporting assessments. Component Senior Leadership provided assurance statements to the SAT that serve as the primary basis for the Secretary's assurance statements. These assurance statements are also based on information gathered from various sources including management-initiated internal control assessments, program reviews, and evaluations. In addition, these statements consider the results of reviews, audits, inspections, and investigations performed by the Department's Office of Inspector General (OIG) and GAO. Department of Homeland Security Financial Accountability Act Pursuant to the DHS FAA, the Department must obtain an opinion over internal control over financial reporting. Using GAO Standards for Internal Control and Circular A-123 as criteria, the Department has demonstrated continued progress in reducing its financial material weaknesses and maintaining progress over sustained processes through routine internal control testing. This robust find, fix, test and assert assessment strategy will support sustainment of the financial statement opinion and achievement of an opinion over internal control over financial reporting in the near future. In FY 2017, the Department reduced the severity of property, plant and equipment to a significant deficiency due to hard work and demonstrated progress evidenced through the USCG and NPPD remediation and sustained efforts by the remaining components. This reduces the Department's number of material weaknesses from three to two, where 1) financial reporting and 2) IT Controls and System Functionality material weaknesses will remain. The Department remains dedicated to fully remediating financial reporting and IT system security and functionality weaknesses. A summary of corrective actions are provided in the tables below. - 32 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004602 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000132 Page 337 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Ag ency Financial Reportpdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attach ment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis .. Table 1: Internal Controlover Financial Reporting Corrective Actions Material Weakness Financ ial Reporting correctiveActions Material Weakness IT controls and System Functionality corrective Actions USCG,NPPD. FEMA. USSS, FY2018 FY2003 and CBP USCG. NPPD. FEMA. USSS. and CBP experienced challenges wit h defic iencies in mu ltip le financ ial management areas. These issues may include a combination of budgetary accounting , t rading partner reconc iliations. journa l ent ries. thi rd party service mon ito ring, and lack of compensa t ing cont rols to mit igate system limitat ions. The DHS CFOwill cont inue t o suppo rt Components in imp lementing corrective actions to est ablish effect ive f inancia l reporting contro l act ivities based on component contr ibution to t he weakness area and risk. One of th e primary f inanc ial reporting cond it ion is due to a lack of integ rat ed financial syst ems at th e USCG. The Department and USCG will continue to focus on implement ing and executing inte rim manual compensat ing measures. while pursuing system enhancemen t s. In addition. t he Departmen t will cont inue to prioritize remediat ion efforts based on risk and componen t s will imp lement t argeted corrective actions to resolve the overall Department f inanc ial report ing cond it ions. .. All DHS Components The Departmen t interna l contro l assessmen t ident ified IT Controls and System Functiona lity as a mate rial weakness due to inher ited cont rol deficiencies surrounding genera l comput er and app lication cont rols. The Federal Informat ion Secur ity Management Act (FISMA) mandates that federal agencies mainta in IT secu rity programs in acco rdance wit h 0MB and Nati onal Instit ute of Standa rds and Techno logy guidance . In addi tion. t he Departmen t' s financial systems do not f ully comply with the FFMIA. The DHS CFO and CIO will support the Components in the design and implementati on of internal cont rols in accordance with DHS 4300A . Sensit ive Systems Handbook. Attachment R: Compliance Framework for CFO Designated Financial Systems. Remed iation efforts will occur across the Department with a risk-based approach t o correct ing root-cause weaknesses across all CFO des ignat ed syst ems . FederalFinancialManagement Improvement Act(FEMIA> FFMIA requires federa l agencies to implement and mainta in financ ial management systems that substant ially comp ly with federa l f inancial management systems requirements , applicable federal accounting standards , and the United States Standard General Ledger at the transact ion level. A financ ial management system includes an agency's overall financ ial operation , reflecting the people, processes, and technology to capture , class ify, summar ize, and report data in a mean ingful manner to support business decisions. We assess our financial management systems annuall y for compliance with the requirements of Append ices A and D to 0MB Circular A-123 and other federa l financ ial system requirements. In addit ion, we assess availab le informat ion from audit reports and other relevant and appropr iate sources, such as FISMA comp liance acti vities, to determine whether our financia l management systems substantia lly comp ly with FFMIA. We also assess improvements and ongoing efforts to strengthen financia l management systems and the impact of instances of noncomp liance on overall fi nancial management system performance. Based on the results of our overall assessment, the mater ial weakness related to Informat ion Technology Controls and Systems Functiona lity affects the Department 's ability to fu lly comp ly with financ ial management system requirements , and therefore the Department is also reporting a noncomp liance with FFMIA. The Department is acti vely engaged to correct the materia l weakness through significant compensating contro ls while undergoing system improvement efforts . The outcome of system improvement efforts will eff icient ly enable the U.S. Department of Homeland Security -33CBP FOIA 004603 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000133 Page 338 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Ag ency Financ ial Reportpdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attach ment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Department to comp ly with government -wide requirements and reduce manua l compe nsat ing contro ls. Table 2: FFMIA Non-complianceCorrective Actions Non-Compliance FFMIA Noncomplian ce CorrectiveActions All DHS Components DHS does not s ubst antially comply w ith FFMIA prima rily due t o lack of comp liance with financial syst em requi rements as d isclosed as mat er ial weakness in IT Contr ols a nd System functi onality. USCG. CBP. and ICE not ed t hat certai n key systems are unable t o produce tr ansact ion level activ ity t hat reconciles at the USSGL-level. USCGa lso reported a lack of com pliance as its financia l and m ixed syst ems do not allow fo r fi nancial st atements and budget s to be prepared . executed . and reported f ully in accordance w it h the requ irements prescribed by t he 0 MB. Treasury , and t he Federal Account ing St andards Advisory Board. The DHS CFO. CIO. and Components will support the Comp onent s in t he design and imp lementa ti on of int ernal controls in accordance wit h DHS 43OOA. Sensiti ve Syst ems Handbook . Attachmen t R: Compliance Framew ork f or CFO Designated Financ ial Systems. In add iti on. DHS CFO and Components will contin ue t o desig n, docume nt. and im pleme nt compensat ing cont rols t o reduce t he severity of system secu rit y internal controls and functiona lity lim itati ons. DigitalAccountability andTransparency Actof 2014 In addit ion to perfor ming an analysis of the Departme nt's complia nce with FMFIA. FFMIA. OHS FAA. and applicable laws and regulat ions. management also considered its compliance with recent ly enacted laws. On May 9, 2014 . the President signed the Digita l Accountab ility and Transparency Act of 2014 (DATA Act) into law. By May of 2017 the law required the OHS to comply with the requirements outlined in the Act in accordance with guidance received fro m the Treasury and 0MB . OHS will be required to report obligat ions by appropr iation . program. obj ect class. and award. This effort required enterpr ise-wide coordination and collaboration to modify business processes and syste ms to ensure full complia nce. In FY2016 the Department developed the init ial technica l solut ion and conducted two pilots successfu lly demonstrat ing the ability to link financial and award data. In August 2016 . OHS submitted the OHS Implementation Plan Update to 0MB as required. In April 2017 . OHS successfull y cert ified and submitted its first quarterl y spend ing data for posting on USASpending.gov. In FY2017 . OHS cont inued to prod uce. test. and validate data improving the qua lity to ensure t imely and accurate data reporting to meet and comply with the DATA Act requireme nts. FederalInformat ionSecur ityModerni zationActof2014 (E/SMA> FISMA provides a frame work for ensuring effect iveness of secur ity controls over informat ion resou rces that support federa l operations and assets . and provides a statut ory defi nit ion for information secur ity. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) conducts an ann ual assessment of the OHS informat ion securit y program in accordance with FISMA to determ ine whether DHS's informat ion security program is adequate . effect ive. and comp lies with FISMA requirements . Per the FY2016 OIG FISMA audit report . "Evaluation of OHS' Informat ion Security Program for Fiscal Year 2016 , n the OIG ident ified fo ur recomme ndat ions for the Department to improve Federa l infor mat ion securit y. As a result of correct ive act ions ta ken prior to June 20 17. the OIG has closed three of the recomme ndat ions fro m the FY 2016 FISMA audit. The final OIG recommendat ion has been noted as resolved but will rema in open pending receipt of OHS provided evidence. -34- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004604 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000134 Page 339 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis The FY 2017 OIG FISMA audit is pending completion at the time of this report's issuance. As such, the audit recommendations and Management's response to the recommendations will be provided when made available. Financial Management Systems Pursuant to the Chief Financial Officers Act of 1990, the DHS CFO is responsible for developing and maintaining agency accounting and financial management systems to ensure systems comply with applicable accounting principles, standards, and requirements and with internal control standards. As such, the DHS CFO oversees and coordinates all financial system modernization efforts. DHS has established a Joint Program Management Office (JPMO) to oversee Financial Systems Modernization (FSM) program management, priorities, risk, and cost and schedule. Our approach to modernizing financial management systems across the Department, includes: ? ? ? ? Expanding business intelligence and standardizing data across Components to quickly provide enterprise-level reporting; Targeting investments in financial systems modernization in a cost-effective manner and minimizing duplication in infrastructure in accordance with emerging technologies and guidance; Prioritizing essential system modernizations for the Components with the most critical need and projected greatest potential return on investment for efficiency and business process improvements; and Strengthening existing system controls--DHS is not depending on FSM efforts to achieve a "clean" internal control opinion or FFMIA compliance. We are addressing IT control weaknesses in high impact CFO designated systems through a holistic, multi-year remediation and internal control strategy, including compensating and complimentary controls. As a federal shared service provider, the Department of the Interior (DOI), Interior Business Center (IBC) implemented financial management system solution for DNDO at the IBC data center in FY 2016 and additional development was continuing to eventually migrate TSA and USCG onto the new solution when fully developed to meet their requirements. In March 2017, it was determined that DHS would transition the DNDO, TSA, and USCG FSM initiatives out of the DOI IBC. DHS has made a significant investment in the current financial management solution and is migrating this solution to an alternative hosting environment to complete integration and implementation. This system solution delivers a standardized baseline for DNDO, TSA, and USCG, with increased functionality and integration for DNDO. DHS is leveraging the lessons learned from this shared services implementation, reducing risk in future migrations through deliberative approaches to resource management, business process re-engineering, risk management, change management, and scheduling rigor and oversight. In addition, USSS is on track to move to the next version of their current accounting software, Oracle Federal Financials, expected to be complete in FY 2018. Other FSM efforts are in the early stages, including FEMA's financial system, flood insurance, and grants management modernization. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 35 CBP FOIA 004605 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000135 Page 340 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Management's Discussion and Analysis Performance Accountability Based on our internal controls evaluations, the performance information reported for the Department in our performance and accountability reports are complete and reliable, except those noted in our Annual Performance Report. The Department's performance and accountability reports for this and previous years are available on our public website: http://www.dhs.gov/performance-accountability. - 36 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004606 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000136 Page 341 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) FinancialInformation The Financial Information section demonstrates our commitment to effective stewardship over the funds DHS receives to carry out its mission , including comp liance with relevant financia l management requirements. It includes the Department's FinancialStatements-the Balance Sheets, Statements of Net Cost, Statements of Changes in Net Position, Statements of Budgetary Resources and Statements of Custodial Activity-as well as the accompanying Notes to the Financial Statements . It also includes the Independent Auditors' Report on the Department's Financial Statements and accompanying Notes, provided by KPMG LLP. CBP FOIA 004607 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000137 Page 342 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 A gency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Messagefromthe Chief FinancialOfficer November 14 , 2017 I am honored to j oin Acting Secretary Elaine Duke in presenting the Agency Financial Report (AFR) for Fisca l Year (FY) 2017. The AFR is our Department's principal statement of accountab ility to the American people, the United States Congress, and the President of the United States. Our Department's comm itment to transpa rency and accountab ility cont inues to be absolute , as is evidenced in the Department earn ing its fifth consecut ive unmodified (clean) aud it opinion on our financia l statements for FY2017. OHS is the only agency in the Federal Government required to obtain an opinion on internal cont rol over financia l report ing. We are cont inuing to matu re and strengthen our internal cont rols, as evidenced by our progress in remediating our mater ial weaknesses. Despite comp lex operat ional missions, diverse processes and legacy systems across the Department, we have implemented ente rprise-wide strateg ies to standardize contro ls over our fi nancial and related data. With the strateg ic focus of all of our Components , and notab ly the U.S. Coast Guard, this year OHS was successfu l in achiev ing a downgrade of our property materia l weakness. We will be leveraging our multi-year strategy and past successes, along with unified prioritization and collaboration across the Department, to add ress the two rema ining materia l weaknesses in financial report ing and information technology in order to achieve an unmodified internal cont rol opinion. Whether susta ining a clean opinion on ou r fi nancial statements or improving internal cont rols, the value of t ranspa rent and accurate financ ial reporting cannot be stressed enough. In fact, OHStakes very seriously its responsibility to the American people to secure the ir confidence that the ir dollars are properly accounted for in support of securing and protect ing resources to protect their homeland. We look fo rward to continuing our successes and rising to the challenges that the OHS financ ial management commun ity is happy to accept, year afte r year, because we are committed to doing th ings better. Thank you for allow ing us to serve the American people. As responsib le stewards of ta xpayer dollars, it is our honor and privilege to ensure financial excellence. always, in everyth ing we do. Sincere ly, Stacy Marcott Acting Chief Financial Officer -38- FY2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004608 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000138 Page 343 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Introduction The principal financial statements included in this report are prepared pursuant to the requirements of the Government Management Reform Act of 1994 (Pub. L. 103-356) and the Chief Financial Officers Act of 1990 (Pub. L. 101-576), as amended by the Reports Consolidation Act of 2000 (Pub. L. 106-531), and the Department of Homeland Security Financial Accountability Act of 2004 (Pub. L. 108-330). Other requirements include the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular No. A-136, Financial Reporting Requirements, as amended. The responsibility for the integrity of the financial information included in these statements rests with the management of DHS. KPMG LLP performed the audit of the Department's principal financial statements. The Independent Auditors' Report accompanies the principal financial statements. The Department's principal financial statements consist of the following: ? The Consolidated Balance Sheets present those resources owned or managed by the Department of Homeland Security that represent future economic benefits (assets), amounts owed by DHS that will require payments from those resources or future resources (liabilities), and residual amounts retained by DHS comprising the difference (net position) as of September 30, 2017 and 2016. ? The Consolidated Statements of Net Cost present the net cost of DHS operations for the fiscal years that ended on September 30, 2017 and 2016. DHS net cost of operations is the gross cost incurred by DHS less any exchange revenue earned from DHS activities and any gains or losses from assumption changes on pensions, other retirement benefits (ORB), and other post-employment benefits (OPEB). ? The Consolidated Statements of Changes in Net Position present the change in the Department's net position resulting from the net cost of DHS operations, budgetary financing sources, and other financing sources for the fiscal years that ended on September 30, 2017 and 2016. ? The Combined Statements of Budgetary Resources present how and in what amounts budgetary resources were made available to the Department during fiscal years 2017 and 2016, the status of these resources at September 30, 2017 and 2016, the changes in the obligated balance, and outlays of budgetary resources for the fiscal years that ended on September 30, 2017 and 2016. ? The Consolidated Statements of Custodial Activity present the disposition of custodial revenue collected and disbursed by the Department on behalf of other recipient entities for the fiscal years that ended on September 30, 2017 and 2016. ? The Notes to the Financial Statements provide detail and clarification for amounts on the face of the financial statements as of September 30, 2017 and 2016. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 39 CBP FOIA 004609 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000139 Page 344 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Financial Statements Department of Homeland Security Consolidated Balance Sheets As of September 30, 2017 and 2016 (In Millions) 2017 ASSETS (Note 2) Intragovernmental Fund Balance with Treasury (Note 3) Investments, Net (Note 5) Accounts Receivable (Note 6) Other (Note 13) Total Intragovernmental $ Cash and Other Monetary Assets (Note 4) Accounts Receivable, Net (Note 6) Taxes, Duties, and Trade Receivables, Net (Note 7) Direct Loans, Net (Note 8) Inventory and Related Property, Net (Note 9) General Property, Plant, and Equipment, Net (Note 11) Other (Note 13) TOTAL ASSETS $ 71,466 7,614 317 1,003 80,400 $ 308 3,405 2,980 33 2,008 21,887 690 111,711 2016 $ $ 58,997 8,060 290 543 67,890 $ 193 2,629 3,042 29 1,936 21,220 691 97,630 Stewardship Property, Plant, and Equipment (Note 12) LIABILITIES (Note 14) Intragovernmental Accounts Payable Debt (Note 15) Other (Note 18) Due to the General Fund Accrued FECA Liability Other Total Intragovernmental Accounts Payable Federal Employee and Veterans' Benefits (Note 16) Environmental and Disposal Liabilities (Note 17) Other (Notes 18, 19, 20, and 21) Accrued Payroll and Benefits Deferred Revenue and Advances from Others Insurance Liabilities Refunds and Drawbacks Other Total Liabilities $ $ $ 2,018 30,440 3,020 407 507 36,392 $ 1,827 23,017 3,098 402 495 28,839 $ 2,260 58,715 437 2,041 58,028 454 2,276 5,799 12,331 202 3,081 121,493 2,114 3,795 3,196 190 2,853 101,510 $ Commitments and Contingencies (Note 21) (Continued) - 40 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004610 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000140 Page 345 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Department of Homeland Security Consolidated Balance Sheets As of September 30, 2017 and 2016 (In Millions) 2017 NET POSITION Unexpended Appropriations Unexpended Appropriations-Other Funds (Combined) Cumulative Results of Operations Cumulative Results of Operations-Funds from Dedicated Collections (Note 22) (Combined) Cumulative Results of Operations-Other Funds (Combined) Total Net Position TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET POSITION $ 50,872 2016 $ 45,027 $ (25,315) (35,339) (9,782) $ (13,840) (35,067) (3,880) $ 111,711 $ 97,630 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 41 CBP FOIA 004611 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000141 Page 346 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Department of Homeland Security Consolidated Statement of Net Cost For the Years Ended September 30, 2017 and 2016 (In Millions) Major Missions (Note 23) 2017 Foster a Safe and Secure Homeland Gross Cost Less Earned Revenue Net Cost $ 2016 35,195 (5,653) 29,542 $ 35,061 (5,909) 29,152 Enforce and Administer Our Immigration Laws Gross Cost Less Earned Revenue Net Cost 11,601 (3,108) 8,493 11,133 (3,923) 7,210 Strengthen National Preparedness and Resilience Gross Cost Less Earned Revenue Net Cost 29,478 (4,434) 25,044 19,304 (4,553) 14,751 4,409 (591) 3,818 3,906 (114) 3,792 80,683 (13,786) 69,404 (14,499) 66,897 54,905 (494) 234 Mature and Strengthen Homeland Security Gross Cost Less Earned Revenue Net Cost Total Department of Homeland Security Gross Cost Less Earned Revenue Net Cost Before (Gain)/Loss on Pension, ORB, or OPEB Assumption Changes (Gain)/Loss on Pension, ORB, or OPEB Assumption Changes (Note 16) $ NET COST OF OPERATIONS 66,403 $ 55,139 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements. - 42 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004612 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000142 Page 347 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Department of Homeland Security Consolidated Statement of Changes in Net Position For the Year Ended September 30, 2017 (In Millions) 2017 Combined Funds from Dedicated Collections Cumulative Results of Operations Beginning Balances $ Combined All Other Funds (13,840) $ Eliminations (35,067) $ Consolidated Total - $ (48,907) Budgetary Financing Sources Appropriations Used Non-exchange Revenue Donations and Forfeitures of Cash and Cash Equivalents Transfers In/(Out) without Reimbursement 2,468 49,368 1 - 49,368 2,469 4 (3,457) 3,036 - 4 (421) Other Financing Sources Donations and Forfeitures of Property Transfers In/(Out) without Reimbursement Imputed Financing Other Total Financing Sources Net Cost of Operations Net Change (89) 176 3,334 2,436 (13,911) (11,475) 20 155 1,175 (1,378) 52,377 (52,649) (272) 157 157 (157) - 20 66 1,194 1,956 54,656 (66,403) (11,747) Cumulative Results of Operations (25,315) (35,339) - (60,654) Unexpended Appropriations Beginning Balance - 45,027 - 45,027 Budgetary Financing Sources Appropriations Received Appropriations Transferred In/(Out) Other Adjustments Appropriations Used Total Budgetary Financing Sources Total Unexpended Appropriations - 57,168 (9) (1,946) (49,368) 5,845 50,872 - 57,168 (9) (1,946) (49,368) 5,845 50,872 NET POSITION $ (25,315) $ 15,533 $ - $ (9,782) The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 43 CBP FOIA 004613 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000143 Page 348 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Department of Homeland Security Consolidated Statement of Changes in Net Position For the Year Ended September 30, 2016 (In Millions) 2016 Combined Funds from Dedicated Collections Cumulative Results of Operations Beginning Balances $ Combined All Other Funds (13,577) $ (33,973) Eliminations $ Consolidated Total - $ (47,550) Budgetary Financing Sources Appropriations Used Non-exchange Revenue Donations and Forfeitures of Cash and Cash Equivalents Transfers In/(Out) without Reimbursement 3,293 47,247 2 - 47,247 3,295 1 (3,358) 3,457 - 1 99 Other Financing Sources Donations and Forfeitures of Property Transfers In/(Out) without Reimbursement Imputed Financing Other Total Financing Sources Net Cost of Operations Net Change (105) 175 3,211 3,217 (3,480) (263) 1 104 1,340 (1,404) 50,747 (51,841) (1,094) 182 182 (182) - 1 (1) 1,333 1,807 53,782 (55,139) (1,357) (13,840) (35,067) - (48,907) Unexpended Appropriations Beginning Balances - 46,485 - 46,485 Budgetary Financing Sources Appropriations Received Appropriations Transferred In/(Out) Other Adjustments Appropriations Used Total Budgetary Financing Sources Total Unexpended Appropriations - 48,577 (659) (2,129) (47,247) (1,458) 45,027 - 48,577 (659) (2,129) (47,247) (1,458) (45,027) Cumulative Results of Operations NET POSITION $ (13,840) $ 9,960 $ - $ (3,880) The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements. - 44 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004614 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000144 Page 349 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Department of Homeland Security Combined Statements of Budgetary Resources For the Years Ended September 30, 2017 and 2016 (In Millions) 2017 Budgetary BUDGETARY RESOURCES Unobligated Balance Brought Forward, October 1 Recoveries of Prior Year Unpaid Obligations Other Changes in Unobligated Balance Unobligated Balance from Prior Year Budget Authority, Net Appropriations Borrowing Authority (Note 25) Spending Authority from Offsetting Collections TOTAL BUDGETARY RESOURCES STATUS OF BUDGETARY RESOURCES New Obligations and Upward Adjustments (Note 24) Unobligated Balance, End Of Year Apportioned, Unexpired Exempt from Apportionment, Unexpired Unapportioned, Unexpired Unexpired Unobligated Balance, End of Year Expired Unobligated Balance, End of Year Total Unobligated Balance, End of Year TOTAL BUDGETARY RESOURCES CHANGE IN OBLIGATED BALANCE Unpaid Obligations: Unpaid Obligations, Brought Forward, October 1 New Obligations and Upward Adjustments Outlays, Gross Actual Transfers, Unpaid Obligations, Net Recoveries of Prior Year Unpaid Obligations Unpaid Obligations, End of Year Uncollected Payments: Uncollected Customer Payments From Federal Sources, Brought Forward, October 1 Change in Uncollected Customer Payments from Federal Sources Uncollected Customer Payments from Federal Sources, End of Year $ 2016 NonBudgetary Credit Reform Financing Accounts 13,456 $ 2,433 (584) 22 15 (1) $ 15,305 68,224 7,425 10,971 101,925 $ 36 2 38 $ 81,858 $ 29 $ 16,587 2 1,857 18,446 1,621 20,067 101,925 $ 9 9 9 38 46,261 $ 81,858 (75,160) (10) (2,433) 50,516 67 29 (25) (15) 56 $ NonBudgetary Credit Reform Financing Accounts Budgetary $ 16,169 $ 2,531 (652) 53 13 (1) $ 18,048 58,644 11,366 88,058 $ 65 1 (11) 55 $ 74,602 $ 33 $ 10,263 2 1,538 11,803 1,653 13,456 88,058 $ 22 22 22 55 43,759 $ 74,602 (69,559) (10) (2,531) 46,261 83 33 (36) (13) 67 $ (2,480) (62) (2,707) (76) 289 10 227 14 (2,191) (52) (2,480) (62) (Continued) U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 45 CBP FOIA 004615 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000145 Page 350 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Department of Homeland Security Combined Statements of Budgetary Resources For the Years Ended September 30, 2017 and 2016 (In Millions) 2017 Budgetary Obligated Balance, Start of Year, Net Obligated Balance, End of Year, Net BUDGET AUTHORITY AND OUTLAYS, NET Budget Authority, Gross Actual Offsetting Collections Change in Uncollected Customer Payments from Federal Sources Recoveries of Prior Year Paid Obligations Budget Authority, Net Outlays, Gross Actual Offsetting Collections Outlays, Net Distributed Offsetting Receipts Agency Outlays, Net 2016 NonBudgetary Credit Reform Financing Accounts Budgetary NonBudgetary Credit Reform Financing Accounts $ $ 43,781 $ 48,325 $ 5 4 $ $ 41,052 $ 43,781 $ 7 5 $ 86,620 $ (11,346) 2 (14) $ 70,010 $ (11,731) (10) (8) 289 79 75,642 $ 10 (2) 227 144 58,650 $ 14 (4) 75,160 $ (11,346) 63,814 (11,611) 52,203 $ 25 (14) 11 11 69,559 $ (11,731) 57,828 (10,911) 46,917 $ 36 (8) 28 28 $ $ $ $ $ $ The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements. - 46 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004616 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000146 Page 351 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Department of Homeland Security Consolidated Statements of Custodial Activity For the Years Ended September 30, 2017 and 2016 (In Millions) 2017 Revenue Activity (Note 29) Sources of Cash Collections: Duties User Fees Excise Taxes Fines and Penalties Interest Miscellaneous Total Cash Collections $ Accrual Adjustments, Net Total Custodial Revenue Disposition of Collections Transferred to Federal Entities: U.S. Department of Agriculture Treasury General Fund Accounts U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Other Federal Agencies Transferred to Non-Federal Entities (Increase)/Decrease in Amounts Yet to be Transferred Refunds and Drawbacks (Notes 18 and 29) Total Disposition of Custodial Revenue Net Custodial Activity 2016 34,835 1,504 3,631 97 23 186 40,276 $ 35,142 1,402 3,430 65 22 195 40,256 (78) 40,198 (181) 40,075 10,681 26,192 1,388 44 136 10,733 26,169 1,310 40 87 (66) (131) 1,823 40,198 1,867 40,075 $ - $ - The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 47 CBP FOIA 004617 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000147 Page 352 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Notes to the Financial Statements Table of Contents for Notes to the Financial Statements No. 1. Title Page No. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies 49 Note Disclosures Related to the Balance Sheets 2. Non-Entity Assets 3. Fund Balance with Treasury 4. Cash and Other Monetary Assets 5. Investments, Net 6. Accounts Receivable, Net 7. Taxes, Duties, and Trade Receivables, Net 8. Direct Loans, Net 9. Inventory and Related Property, Net 10. Seized and Forfeited Property 11. General Property, Plant, and Equipment, Net 12. Stewardship Property, Plant, and Equipment 13. Other Assets 14. Liabilities Not Covered by Budgetary Resources 15. Debt 16. Federal Employee and Veterans' Benefits 17. Environmental and Disposal Liabilities 18. Other Liabilities 19. Leases 20. Insurance Liabilities 21. Commitments and Contingent Liabilities 22. Funds from Dedicated Collections 66 66 69 70 71 72 73 76 77 80 82 85 86 86 88 91 92 95 96 97 99 Note Disclosures Related to the Statements of Net Cost 23. Net Costs by Sub-Organization and Major Missions 107 Note Disclosures Related to the Statements of Budgetary Resources 24. Apportionment Categories of New Obligations and Upward Adjustments: Direct versus Reimbursable Obligations 25. Available Borrowing Authority 26. Legal Arrangements Affecting the Use of Unobligated Balances 27. Explanation of Differences between the Statement of Budgetary Resources and the Budget of the U.S. Government 28. Undelivered Orders, Unpaid, End of Period 113 113 114 115 115 Note Disclosures Related to the Statements of Custodial Activity 29. Custodial Revenue 116 Note Disclosures Not Pertaining to a Specific Statement 30. Reconciliation of Net Cost of Operations (Proprietary) to Budget 31. Subsequent Events 117 119 - 48 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004618 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000148 Page 353 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies A. Reporting Entity The Department was established by the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (Pub. L. 107-296), dated November 25, 2002, as an executive department of the U.S. Federal Government. The Department leads efforts to achieve a safe, secure, and resilient homeland by countering terrorism and enhancing our security; securing and managing our borders; enforcing and administering our immigration laws; protecting our cybernetworks and critical infrastructure; and ensuring resilience from disasters. In addition, the Department contributes in many ways to elements of broader United States national and economic security while also working to mature and strengthen the Department and the homeland security enterprise. The Department includes the following financial reporting Components1: ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) National Protection and Programs Directorate (NPPD) U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Office of Health Affairs (OHA) Departmental Operations and Other, including the Management Directorate (MGMT), the Office of the Secretary, the Office of Inspector General (OIG), the Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO), the Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A), and the Office of Operations Coordination (OPS) U.S. Secret Service (USSS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) Transportation Security Administration (TSA) B. Basis of Presentation These financial statements are prepared to report the consolidated financial position, net cost of operations, changes in net position, custodial activity, and combined budgetary resources of the Department pursuant to the Government Management Reform Act of 1994 and the Chief Financial Officers Act of 1990, as amended by the Reports Consolidation Act of 2000 and the DHS Financial Accountability Act of 2004. The Department's financial statements have been prepared from the accounting records of the Department based on U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and OMB Circular A-136, Financial Reporting Requirements, as amended. GAAP for federal entities are the standards prescribed by the Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board, the official accounting standards-setting body of the Federal Government. Financial reporting Components are to be distinguished from direct report Components described in the Management's Discussion and Analysis, Our Organization. 1 U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 49 CBP FOIA 004619 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000149 Page 354 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information The Department's financial statements reflect the reporting of departmental activities, including appropriations received to conduct operations and revenue generated from operations. The financial statements also reflect the reporting of certain non-entity (custodial) functions performed by the Department on behalf of the Federal Government. Intragovernmental assets and liabilities are derived from activity with other federal entities. All other assets and liabilities result from activities with parties outside the Federal Government, such as domestic and foreign persons, organizations, or governments. Intragovernmental earned revenue includes collections or revenue accruals from other federal entities, and intragovernmental costs are payments or expense accruals to other federal entities. Transactions and balances among the Department's Components have been eliminated in the consolidated presentation of the Balance Sheets, Statements of Net Cost, Statements of Changes in Net Position, and the Statements of Custodial Activity. Intradepartmental activity reported in a fund from dedicated collection is often offset with activity in other funds. Accordingly, the Department presents information for funds from dedicated collections and all other funds in the Balance Sheets and Statements of Changes in Net Position on a combined basis. The elimination of intradepartmental activity between dedicated collections and all other funds is presented in the Statements of Changes of Net Position. The Statements of Budgetary Resources are reported on a combined basis; therefore, intradepartmental balances have not been eliminated. While these financial statements have been prepared from the books and records of the Department in accordance with the formats prescribed by OMB, these financial statements are in addition to the financial reports used to monitor and control budgetary resources, which are prepared from the same books and records. These financial statements should be read with the realization that they are for a component of the Federal Government, a sovereign entity, whose liabilities not covered by budgetary resources cannot be liquidated without the enactment of an appropriation, and that the payment of all liabilities other than for contracts, can be abrogated by the Federal Government acting in its capacity as a sovereign entity. The Department presents its Statements of Net Cost by grouping the missions and focus area described in the DHS strategic plan into four major missions. The consolidation of the missions and focus area(s) into four major missions allows the reader of the financial statements to see how resources are spent towards a common objective of a safe, secure, and more resilient America. The Department is presenting its Statements of Net Cost and related footnotes aligned to the DHS FY 2014-2018 Strategic Plan. The following diagram shows the relationship between the Department's missions and the focus area described in the DHS FY 2014-2018 Strategic Plan and the four major missions used to present the Statements of Net Cost and related disclosures: - 50 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004620 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000150 Page 355 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Foster a Safe and Secure Homeland Mission 1: Prevent Terrorism and Enhance Security Strengthen National Preparedness and Resilience Mission 5: Strengthen National Preparedness and Resilience Enforce and Administer Our Immigration Laws Mission 3: Enforce and Administer Our Immigration Laws Mature and Strengthen Homeland Security Focus Area: Mature and Strengthen Homeland Security Mission 2: Secure and Manage Our Borders Mission 4: Safeguard and Secure Cyberspace C. Basis of Accounting Transactions are recorded on an accrual and a budgetary basis of accounting. Under the accrual basis, revenue is recognized when earned, and expenses are recognized when a liability is incurred, regardless of when cash is exchanged. Budgetary accounting facilitates compliance with legal constraints and the controls over the use of federal funds. The balances and activity of budgetary accounts are used to prepare the Statements of Budgetary Resources. The Statements of Custodial Activity are reported using the modified cash basis. With this method, revenue from cash collections is reported separately from receivable accruals, and cash disbursements are reported separately from payable accruals. D. Use of Estimates Preparation of the consolidated financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of consolidated financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenue, claims and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Significant estimates include: the year-end accruals of accounts and grants payable; environmental liabilities; deferred revenue; National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) insurance liability; actuarial liabilities related to workers' compensation; and actuarial liabilities related to military and other pension, retirement, and post-retirement benefits. E. Entity and Non-Entity Assets Entity assets are assets the Department has the authority to use in its operations. The authority to use funds in an entity's operations means either Department management has the authority to decide how funds are used or management is legally obligated to use funds to meet entity obligations (e.g., salaries and benefits). Non-entity assets are assets held by the Department but not available for use by the Department. An example of a non-entity asset is the portion of Fund Balance with Treasury U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 51 CBP FOIA 004621 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000151 Page 356 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information that consists of special and deposit funds, permanent appropriations, and miscellaneous receipts. Non-entity assets are offset by corresponding liabilities. For additional information, see Note 2, Non-Entity Assets. F. Fund Balance with Treasury Fund Balance with Treasury represents the aggregate amount of the Department's accounts with the Department of the Treasury (Treasury) available to pay current liabilities and finance authorized purchases, except as restricted by law. The Department's Fund Balance with Treasury balances are primarily appropriated, revolving, trust, deposit, receipt, and special fund amounts remaining as of the end of the fiscal year. For additional information, see Note 3, Fund Balance with Treasury. G. Cash and Other Monetary Assets The Department's cash and other monetary assets primarily consist of undeposited collections, imprest funds, cash used in undercover operations, cash held as evidence, cash held by insurance companies, and seized cash and monetary instruments. The Department maintains cash in commercial bank accounts. Insurance companies receive and process certain receipts and disbursements on behalf of FEMA. Insurance companies hold cash from flood insurance premiums to be remitted to Treasury, as well as insurance claim payments to be distributed to the insured. For additional information, see Note 4, Cash and Other Monetary Assets. H. Investments, Net Investments consist of Federal Government nonmarketable par value and nonmarketable market-based Treasury securities and are reported at cost or amortized cost net of premiums or discounts. Premiums or discounts are amortized into interest income over the terms of the investment using the effective interest method or the straight-line method, which approximates the interest method. No provision is made for unrealized gains or losses on these securities because it is the Department's intent to hold these investments to maturity. For additional information, see Note 5, Investments, Net. I. Accounts Receivable, Net Accounts receivable represent amounts due to the Department from other federal agencies and the public. In general, intragovernmental accounts receivable arise from the provision of goods and services to other federal agencies and are expected to be fully collected. Accounts receivable due from the public typically result from various immigration and user fees, premiums and policy fees from insurance companies and policyholders, breached bonds, - 52 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004622 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000152 Page 357 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information reimbursable services, oil spill cost recoveries, security fees, loans, grant programs and contracts. Public accounts receivable are presented net of an allowance for doubtful accounts, which is based on analyses of debtors' ability to pay, specific identification of probable losses, aging analysis of past-due receivables, or historical collection experience. Taxes, duties, and trade receivables consist of duties, user fees, fines and penalties, refunds and drawback overpayments, and interest associated with import/export activity, which have been established as specifically identifiable, legally enforceable claims which remain uncollected as of year-end. For additional information, see Note 6, Accounts Receivable, Net, Note 7, Taxes, Duties, and Trade Receivables, Net, and Note 22, Funds from Dedicated Collections. J. Advances and Prepayments Intragovernmental advances, presented as a component of other assets in the accompanying Balance Sheets, consist primarily of disaster recovery and assistance advances to other federal agencies. Advances and prepayments to the public, presented as a component of other assets in the accompanying Balance Sheets, consist primarily of disaster recovery and assistance grants to states, allowances and commission expenses to insurance companies, and other grant activity. The allowances and commission expenses are amortized over the life of the policy. Disaster recovery and assistance grant advances are expensed as they are used by the recipients. Advances are made within the amount of the total grant obligation. For additional information, see Note 13, Other Assets. K. Direct Loans, Net Direct loans are loans issued by the Department to local governments. FEMA, the only DHS Component with loan activity, operates the Community Disaster Loan Program to support local governments that have suffered a substantial loss of tax and other revenue as a result of a major disaster and demonstrate a need for federal financial assistance in order to perform their municipal operating functions. Under the program, FEMA transacts direct loans to local governments that meet statutorily set eligibility criteria. Loans are accounted for as receivables as funds are disbursed. All of the Department's loans are post-1991 obligated direct loans, and the resulting receivables are governed by the Federal Credit Reform Act of 1990 (FCRA) (Pub. L. 101-508). Under FCRA, for direct loans disbursed during a fiscal year, the corresponding receivable is adjusted for subsidy costs. Subsidy costs are estimated long-term costs to the Federal Government for its loan programs. The subsidy cost is equal to the present value of the estimated cash outflows over the life of the loans minus the present value of the estimated cash inflows, discounted at the applicable Treasury interest rate. Administrative costs such as salaries and contractual fees are not included. Subsidy costs can arise from interest rate U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 53 CBP FOIA 004623 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000153 Page 358 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information differentials, interest subsidies, delinquencies and defaults, and other cash flows. The Department calculates the subsidy costs based on a subsidy calculator model created by OMB. Loans receivable are recorded at the present value of the estimated net cash flows. The difference between the outstanding principal of the loans and the present value of their net cash inflows is recorded in the allowance for subsidy, which is estimated and adjusted annually, as of year-end. Interest receivable is the total interest that has accrued on each of the outstanding loans, less any cancellations that may have been recorded due to the FEMA cancellation policy as described in 44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Section 206.366. For additional information, see Note 8, Direct Loans, Net. L. Inventory and Related Property, Net Operating Materials and Supplies (OM&S) held for use and repair represent the largest portion of DHS inventory and related property. OM&S consist primarily of goods, including reparable spare parts, consumed during the maintenance of assets used to perform DHS missions, including vessels, small boats, electronic systems, and aircraft. OM&S managed by the USCG inventory control points, consist of consumable and reparable items that are valued at historical cost using a moving average cost and accounted for using the consumption method. OM&S reparable items that are in a "held for repair" status are recorded at historical cost with an allowance for the cost of the repair. OM&S held at CBP sites consist of aircraft parts, vessel parts, border security parts, and CBP uniforms to be used in CBP's operations. Manned aircraft and border security parts and materials are recorded at average unit cost. Unmanned aircraft parts, vessel parts, and uniforms are recorded using the first-in/first-out valuation method. Both methods approximate actual acquisition costs. The cost of the repairs for OM&S reparable items that are in a "held for repair" status is recorded using the direct method. Inventory is tangible personal property held for sale or used in the process of production for sale. Inventory includes items such as uniforms, bulk steel and other U.S. Coast Guard Yard supplies, fuel, and subsistence. Inventories on hand at year-end are stated at cost using standard price/specific identification, first-in/first-out, or moving average cost methods, which approximates historical cost. Revenue on inventory sales and associated cost of goods sold are recorded when merchandise is sold to the end user. Stockpile materials are critical materials held due to statutory requirements for use in national emergencies. The Department's stockpile materials held by FEMA include goods that would be used to respond to national disasters (e.g., water, meals, cots, blankets, tarps, and blue roof sheeting). Stockpile materials at year-end are stated at historical cost using the weighted average method. For additional information, see Note 9, Inventory and Related Property, Net. - 54 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004624 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000154 Page 359 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information M. Seized and Forfeited Property Seized property falls into two categories: nonprohibited and prohibited. Nonprohibited seized property includes items that are not inherently illegal to possess or own, such as monetary instruments, real property, and tangible personal property of others. Nonprohibited seized and forfeited property is reported by the Treasury forfeiture fund. Prohibited seized property includes illegal drugs, contraband, and counterfeit items that cannot legally enter into the commerce of the United States. Prohibited seized property results primarily from criminal investigations and passenger/cargo processing. Prohibited seized property is not considered an asset of the Department and is not reported as such in the Department's financial statements. However, the Department has a stewardship responsibility until the disposition of the seized items is determined (i.e., judicially or administratively forfeited or returned to the entity from which it was seized). Forfeited property is seized property for which the title has passed to the Federal Government. Prohibited forfeited items such as counterfeit goods, narcotics, or firearms are held by the Department until disposed of or destroyed. An analysis of changes in prohibited seized and forfeited property is presented in Note 10, Seized and Forfeited Property. N. General Property, Plant, and Equipment, Net The Department's PP&E consists of aircraft, vessels, vehicles, land, structures, facilities, leasehold improvements, software, information technology, and other equipment--including small boats, security equipment, industrial equipment, and communications gear. PP&E is generally recorded at historical cost. The Department capitalizes PP&E acquisitions when the cost equals or exceeds an established threshold and has a useful life of two years or more. Costs for construction projects are recorded as construction-in-progress until the asset is placed in service. Costs are valued at actual (direct) costs plus applied overhead and other indirect costs. At year-end, a portion of the construction-in-progress balance may be estimated to accrue amounts for work completed but not yet recorded. The Department owns some of the buildings in which Components operate. The majority of other buildings are provided by the General Services Administration (GSA), which charges rent equivalent to the commercial rental rates for similar properties. Internal-use software includes purchased commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software, contractor-developed software, and internally developed software. For COTS software, the capitalized costs are equal to the amount paid to the vendor for the software. For contractor-developed software, the capitalized costs include the amount paid to a contractor to design, program, install, and implement the software. For internally developed software, capitalized costs include the full costs (direct and indirect) incurred during the software development phase. Costs incurred during the preliminary design and postimplementation/operational phases are expensed in the period incurred. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 55 CBP FOIA 004625 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000155 Page 360 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information DHS policy allows Components to continue using legacy capitalization thresholds and Component-specific policies for assets acquired prior to October 1, 2007. For assets acquired on or after October 1, 2007, Components use the DHS capitalization policy as general guidance. The schedule below shows a summary of the capitalization thresholds and estimated useful life in accordance with DHS-wide policy. Actual capitalization thresholds and service lives used by DHS Components may vary. Bulk purchases are generally subject to a $1 million capitalization threshold. Capital improvements extending the service life of assets are not included in these ranges. Asset Description Land Improvements to Land Buildings, Other Structures and Facilities Equipment Capital Leases Leasehold Improvements Internal Use Software Capitalization Threshold Zero $200,000 $200,000 Useful Life Not Applicable 2 years to 50 years 10 years to 50 years $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $750,000 5 years to 30 years 2 years to 20 years 2 years to 50 years 2 years to 13 years The Department begins to recognize depreciation expense once the asset has been placed in service. Depreciation is calculated on a straight-line method for all asset classes over their estimated useful lives. Land is not depreciated. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the shorter of the term of the remaining portion of the lease or the useful life of the improvement. Buildings and equipment acquired under capital leases are amortized over the lease term. Amortization of capitalized software is calculated using the straight-line method and begins on the date of acquisition if purchased, or when the module or component has been placed in use (i.e., successfully installed and tested) if contractor or internally developed. There are no restrictions on the use or convertibility of general PP&E. For additional information, see Note 11, General Property, Plant, and Equipment, Net, and Note 19, Leases. O. Stewardship Property, Plant, and Equipment Stewardship PP&E includes heritage assets that generally are not included in general PP&E presented on the Balance Sheet. Heritage assets are unique due to their historical or natural significance; cultural, educational, or artistic importance; or significant architectural characteristics. In general, heritage assets are expected to be preserved indefinitely. The Department's heritage assets are maintained by the USCG, CBP, USCIS, TSA, FEMA, S&T, USSS, FLETC, and ICE. These heritage assets consist of documents, historical artifacts, immigration and naturalization files, artwork, buildings, and structures. The cost of improving, reconstructing, or renovating heritage assets is recognized as an expense in the period incurred. Similarly, the cost to acquire or construct a heritage asset is recognized as an expense in the period incurred. Due to their nature, heritage assets are not depreciated because matching costs with specific periods would not be meaningful. - 56 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004626 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000156 Page 361 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Heritage assets can serve two purposes: a heritage function and a general government operational function. If a heritage asset serves both purposes, but is predominantly used for general government operations, the heritage asset is considered a multi-use heritage asset, which is depreciated and included in general PP&E on the Balance Sheet. The Department depreciates its multi-use heritage assets over their useful life. The Department's multi-use heritage assets consist of buildings and structures, memorials, and recreation areas owned by CBP, USCG, FEMA, and ICE. For additional information, see Note 12, Stewardship Property, Plant, and Equipment. P. Liabilities Liabilities represent the probable and measurable future outflow or other use of resources as a result of past transactions or events. Liabilities covered by budgetary resources are those liabilities for which Congress has appropriated funds or for which funding is otherwise available to pay amounts due. Liabilities not covered by budgetary or other resources represent amounts owed in excess of available congressionally appropriated funds or other amounts, where there is no certainty that the appropriations will be enacted. The Federal Government, acting in its sovereign capacity, can annul liabilities of the Department arising from any transaction or event other than contracts or other instances where its sovereign immunity has been waived (e.g., refund statutes). Q. Contingent Liabilities The Department accrues contingent liabilities where a loss is determined to be probable and the amount can be reasonably estimated. The Department discloses contingent liabilities where the conditions for liability recognition have not been met and the likelihood of unfavorable outcome is more than remote. Contingent liabilities considered remote are generally not disclosed unless they involve guarantees, in which case the nature of the guarantee is disclosed. For additional information, see Note 21, Commitments and Contingent Liabilities. Environmental Cleanup Costs. Environmental liabilities consist of environmental remediation, cleanup, and decommissioning. The Department is responsible for remediating its sites with environmental contamination and is party to various administrative proceedings, legal actions, and tort claims that may result in settlements or decisions adverse to the Federal Government. The liability for environmental remediation is an estimate of costs necessary to bring a known contaminated asset into compliance with applicable environmental standards. Accruals for environmental cleanup costs are the costs of removing, containing, and/or disposing of hazardous wastes or materials that, because of quantity, concentration, or physical or chemical characteristics, may pose a substantial present or potential hazard to human health or the environment. For all PP&E in service after September 30, 1997, the Department recognizes the estimated total cleanup costs associated with the PP&E when the cleanup costs are probable and reasonably estimable. The estimate may be subsequently adjusted for material changes due to inflation/deflation or changes in regulations, cleanup plans, or technology. The applicable U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 57 CBP FOIA 004627 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000157 Page 362 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information costs of decommissioning the Department's existing and future vessels are considered cleanup costs. For additional information, see Note 17, Environmental and Disposal Liabilities. R. Liabilities for Grants and Cooperative Agreements The Department awards grants and cooperative agreements to state and local governments, universities, nonprofit organizations, and private-sector companies to build their capacity to respond to disasters and emergencies; conduct research into preparedness; enhance and ensure the security of passenger and cargo transportation by air, land, or sea; and support other Department-related activities. The Department estimates the year-end grant and cooperative agreement accrual for unreported and unpaid recipient expenditures using historical disbursement data in compliance with Federal Financial Accounting Technical Release 12, Accrual Estimates for Grant Programs. Grants and cooperative agreement liabilities are recorded as grants payable to the public and reported as Other Liabilities in the accompanying Balance Sheets. As grantee expenditure in a given year may vary greatly depending on occurrence of disasters and the expiration dates of awards for the numerous non-disaster grant programs, the estimate may vary significantly year-over-year. S. Insurance Liabilities Insurance liabilities are primarily the result of the Department's sale or continuation-in-force of flood insurance policies within the NFIP, which is managed by FEMA. The NFIP insurance liability represents an estimate based on the loss and loss adjustment expense factors inherent to the NFIP Insurance Underwriting Operations, including trends in claim severity and frequency. These estimates are routinely reviewed, and adjustments are made as deemed necessary. The estimate is driven primarily by flooding activity in the U.S. and can vary significantly year over year depending on timing and severity of flooding activity. The Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012 (Pub. L. 112-141) and the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act of 2014 (Pub. L. 113-89) amended the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to extend the NFIP, the financing for it, and established a National Flood Insurance Reserve Fund to meet the expected future obligations of the NFIP. The acts authorized FEMA to secure reinsurance coverage from private reinsurance and capital markets to maintain the financial ability of the program to pay claims from major flooding events. The reinsurance agreement places the NFIP in a better position to manage losses incurred that result from major flooding events. Subsidized rates are charged on a countrywide basis for certain classifications of the insured. These subsidized rates produce a premium less than the loss and loss adjustment expenses expected to be incurred in a historical average loss year. Subsidized rates are used to provide affordable insurance on construction or substantial improvements started on or before December 31, 1974, or before the effective date of the initial Flood Insurance Rate Map (i.e., an official map of a community on which NFIP has delineated both the special hazard areas and the nonsubsidized premium zones applicable to the community). For additional information, see Note 18, Other Liabilities, and Note 20, Insurance Liabilities. - 58 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004628 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000158 Page 363 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information T. Debt and Borrowing Authority Debt is reported within Intragovernmental Liabilities and results from Treasury loans and related interest payable to fund NFIP and Disaster Assistance Direct Loan Program (DADLP) operations of FEMA. Most of this debt is not covered by current budgetary resources. Premiums collected by FEMA for the NFIP based on subsidized rates are not sufficient to cover the debt repayments (see Note 1.S, Insurance Liabilities); therefore, FEMA does not anticipate repaying the debt. Borrowing authority, to the extent of existing obligations, is in budgetary status for use by FEMA for insurance claims and community disaster loans (CDLs). Borrowing authority is converted to cash and transferred to the Fund Balance with Treasury when needed for these purposes. For more information, see Note 15, Debt, and Note 25, Available Borrowing Authority. U. Accrued Payroll and Benefits Accrued Payroll. Accrued payroll consists of salaries, wages, and other compensation earned by employees but not disbursed as of September 30. The liability is estimated for reporting purposes based on historical pay information. Leave Program. Earned annual and other vested compensatory leave is accrued as it is earned and reported on the Balance Sheet. The liability is reduced as leave is taken. Each year, the balances in the accrued leave accounts are adjusted to reflect the liability at current pay rates and leave balances. Sick leave and other types of nonvested leave are not earned benefits. Accordingly, nonvested leave is expensed when used. Federal Employees Compensation Act. The Federal Employees Compensation Act (FECA) (Pub. L. 103-3) provides income and medical cost protection to covered federal civilian employees injured on the job, to employees who have incurred work-related occupational diseases, and to beneficiaries of employees whose deaths are attributable to job-related injuries or occupational diseases. The FECA program is administered by the Department of Labor (DOL), which pays valid claims and subsequently seeks reimbursement from the Department for these paid claims. The FECA liability consists of two elements. The first element, accrued FECA liability, is based on claims paid by DOL but not yet reimbursed by the Department. The Department reimburses DOL for claims as funds are appropriated for this purpose. In general, there is a two- to threeyear period between payment by DOL and reimbursement to DOL by the Department. As a result, the Department recognizes an intragovernmental liability for the claims paid by DOL and to be reimbursed by the Department. The second element, actuarial FECA liability, is the estimated liability for future benefit payments and is recorded as a component of federal employee and veterans' benefits. The actuarial FECA liability includes the expected liability for death, disability, medical, and miscellaneous costs for approved compensation cases. DOL determines the actuarial FECA liability annually, as of September 30, using an actuarial method that considers historical benefit payment patterns, wage inflation factors, medical inflation factors, and other variables. The projected annual benefit payments are discounted to present value using the OMB U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 59 CBP FOIA 004629 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000159 Page 364 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information economic assumptions for 10-year Treasury notes and bonds. The actuarial FECA liability is not covered by budgetary resources and will require future funding. For additional information regarding accrued FECA liability, payroll, and leave, see Note 18, Other Liabilities. For more information on the actuarial FECA liability, see Notes 1.V and Note 16, Federal Employee and Veterans' Benefits. V. Federal Employee and Veterans' Benefits The Department's federal employee and veterans' benefits consist of the USCG's Military Retirement System (MRS), USCG Military Health System (MHS), USSS's Uniformed Division and Special Agent Pension, other civilian employees' pension programs, other retirement benefits (ORB), other post-employment benefits (OPEB), and the actuarial FECA liability. The Department recognizes liabilities and expenses for MRS, MHS, and Uniformed Division and Special Agent Pension. Gains and losses from changes in long-term assumptions used to measure these liabilities are reported as a separate line item on the Statement of Net Cost, consistent with Statement of Federal Financial Accounting Standards (SFFAS) No. 33, Pensions, Other Retirement Benefits, and Other Postemployment Benefits: Reporting the Gains and Losses from Changes in Assumptions and Selecting Discount Rates and Valuation Dates. Civilian employees' pension programs, ORB, and OPEB are administered by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and do not represent a liability for the Department. Military Retirement System. The MRS is a defined benefit plan that includes pension benefits, disability benefits, and survivor benefits and covers all retired active duty and reserve military members of the USCG. The plan is a pay-as-you-go system funded through annual appropriations. The actuarial accrued liability is the portion of the present value of the future benefits expected to be paid that is attributed to past service (service by participants rendered prior to the date of determination). The remaining portion of that present value is attributed to future service (service by participants rendered on or after the date of determination) and is the present value of the future employer normal costs. The normal cost (current period expense) and the attribution of the present value of the future benefits between past service and future service are determined using the individual entry age normal actuarial cost method. Under the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2016 (Pub. L. 114-92), members entering service after December 31, 2017 will be enrolled in the new modernized retirement system, also referred to as the Blended Retirement System (BRS). BRS changes the pension formula by reducing the percentage per year of service, and entitles members to Thrift Savings Plan contributions, as well as additional compensation in exchange for a commitment for additional years of service (after serving for 12 years). Members who joined USCG after January 1, 2006, and reservists with fewer than 4,320 points on December 31, 2017, may choose either BRS or the legacy retirement system. Military Health System. There are two categories of military healthcare benefits, but only one generates a liability for the USCG retirees and beneficiaries. The first category of military healthcare liability is for the Medicare-eligible USCG military retirees and beneficiaries. The Department of Defense (DOD) is the administrative entity for the Medicare-Eligible Retiree - 60 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004630 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000160 Page 365 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Health Care Fund (MERHCF) and, in accordance with SFFAS No. 5, Accounting for Liabilities of the Federal Government, is required to recognize the liability on the MERHCF's financial statements. The USCG makes annual payments to fund benefits for the current active duty members and their spouses who will receive benefits when they reach Medicare-eligibility. The USCG receives per-member amounts (reserve and active duty member amounts separately) to be contributed to the MERHCF from the DOD Board of Actuaries office and pays its share, depending on its demography. Because the DOD reports the entire liability for MERHCF, USCG is only responsible for the annual per-member amounts. The second category of military healthcare liability is for non-Medicare-eligible retirees and beneficiaries. The MHS is a post-retirement medical benefit plan that covers all active component and reserve component members of the USCG. The USCG is the administrative entity for MHS, and in accordance with SFFAS No. 5, recognizes the liability on its financial statements. As with the MRS, the actuarial accrued liability for MHS is the portion of the present value of the future benefits expected to be paid that is attributed to past service (service by participants rendered prior to the date of determination). Benefits are funded on a pay-as-you-go basis through annual appropriations. The discount rates used to measure the MRS and MHS actuarial liabilities for USCG are based on the 10-year average historical rates of return on marketable Treasury securities at September 30. The rates used in this average are the rates for securities that will mature on the dates on which future benefit payments are expected to be made. Uniformed Division and Special Agent Pension. The District of Columbia Police Officers' and Firefighters' Retirement Plan (the DC Pension Plan) is a defined benefit plan that covers USSS Uniformed Division and Special Agents hired as civilians prior to January 1, 1984, and eligible for transfer to the DC Pension Plan. Uniformed Division and Special Agents hired after that date are covered as law enforcement agents by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) basic annuity benefit, FERS revised annuity benefit, or FERS further revised annuity benefit, as appropriate. The DC Pension Plan makes benefit payments to retirees or their beneficiaries. USSS receives permanent, indefinite appropriations each year to pay the excess of benefit payments over salary deductions. The DC Pension Plan is a pay-as-you-go system funded through annual appropriations. USSS calculates pension liability using a discount rate assumption for present value of future benefits in accordance with SFFAS No. 5 and SFFAS No. 33. The unfunded accrued liability is actuarially determined by subtracting the present value of future employer/employee contributions, as well as any plan assets, from the present value of future cost of benefits. SFFAS No. 5 permits the use of actuarial cost methods other than the aggregate entry age normal actuarial cost method if the difference is not material. For more information on MRS, MHS, Uniformed Division and Special Agent Pension, and the actuarial assumptions used to compute the accrued pension and healthcare liabilities, see Note 16, Federal Employee and Veterans' Benefits. Civilian Pension, Other Retirement Benefits, and Other Post-Employment Benefits. The Department recognizes the full annual cost of its civilian employees' pension benefits; however, the assets of the plan and liability associated with pension costs are recognized by OPM rather than the Department. Accordingly, the Department does not display gains and U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 61 CBP FOIA 004631 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000161 Page 366 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information losses from changes in long-term assumptions used to measure these liabilities on the Statement of Net Cost. Most DHS employees hired prior to January 1, 1984, participate in the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS), to which the Department contributes 7 percent of base pay for regular CSRS employees and 7.5 percent of base pay for law enforcement agents. FERS and Social Security cover the majority of employees hired after December 31, 1983. Employees hired between January 1, 1984 and December 31, 2012 are covered by the FERS basic annuity benefit. For the FERS basic annuity benefit, the Department contributes 13.7 percent of base pay for regular FERS employees and 30.1 percent for law enforcement agents. Employees hired between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013 are covered by the FERS revised annuity benefit; employees hired after December 31, 2013 are covered by the FERS further revised annuity benefit. For the FERS revised annuity benefit and the further revised annuity benefit, the Department contributes 11.9 percent of base pay for regular FERS employees and 28.4 percent for law enforcement agents. A primary feature of FERS is that it also offers a defined contribution plan (Federal Thrift Savings Plan) to which the Department automatically contributes one percent of base pay and matches employee contributions up to an additional four percent of base pay. The Department also contributes the employer's Social Security matching share for FERS participants. Similar to CSRS and FERS, OPM reports the liability for future payments to retired employees who participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program and Federal Employees Group Life Insurance Program. The Department reports both the full annual cost of providing these ORB for its retired employees and reporting contributions made for active employees. In addition, the Department recognizes the cost for OPEB, including all types of benefits provided to former or inactive (but not retired) employees, their beneficiaries, and covered dependents. The difference between the full annual cost of CSRS and FERS retirement, ORB, and OPEB and the amount paid by the Department is recorded as an imputed cost and offsetting imputed financing source in the accompanying financial statements. W. Funds from Dedicated Collections Funds from dedicated collections are financed by specifically identified revenue, provided to the government by non-federal sources, often supplemented by other financing sources, which remain available over time. These specifically identified revenue and other financing sources are required by statute to be used for designated activities, benefits, or purposes and must be accounted for separately from the Federal Government's general revenue. Non-exchange revenue and other financing sources from funds from dedicated collections, including net cost of operations, are shown separately on the Statements of Changes in Net Position. The portion of cumulative results of operations attributable to funds from dedicated collections is shown separately on both the Statements of Changes in Net Position and the Balance Sheets. For additional information, see Note 22, Funds from Dedicated Collections. - 62 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004632 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000162 Page 367 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information X. Revenue and Financing Sources Appropriations. The Department receives the majority of funding to support its programs through congressional appropriations. The Department receives annual, multi-year, and noyear appropriations that may be used, within statutory limits, for operating and capital expenditures. Additional funding is obtained through exchange revenue, non-exchange revenue (including donations from the public), and transfers-in from other federal entities. The Department also has permanent indefinite appropriations that result from permanent public laws, which authorize the Department to retain certain receipts. The amount appropriated depends upon the amount of the receipts rather than on a specific amount. Appropriations are recognized as financing sources when related expenses are incurred or assets are purchased. Revenue from reimbursable agreements is recognized when the goods or services are provided by the Department. Prices for goods and services sold to the public are based on recovery of full cost or are set at a market price. Reimbursable work between federal agencies is generally subject to the Economy Act (31 United States Code (USC) 1535). Prices for goods and services sold to other Federal Government agencies are generally limited to the recovery of direct cost. Appropriations Received on the Statement of Changes in Net Position differs from that reported on the Statement of Budgetary Resources because Appropriations Received on the Statement of Changes in Net Position do not include receipts from dedicated collections. Receipts from dedicated collections are accounted for as either exchange or non-exchange revenue. Allocation Transfers. Prior to FY 2016, the Department received allocation transfers from the U.S. Department of Transportation. Allocation transfers are legal delegations by one department of its authority to obligate budget authority and outlay funds to another department. A separate fund account (allocation account) is created in the Treasury as a subset of the parent (transferring) fund account for tracking and reporting purposes. All allocation transfers of balances are credited to this account, and subsequent obligations and outlays incurred by the child (receiving) entity are charged to this allocation account as they execute the delegated activity on behalf of the parent entity. In general, all financial activity related to these allocation transfers (e.g., budget authority, obligations, outlays) is reported in the financial statements of the parent entity, from which the underlying statutory authority, appropriations, and budget apportionments are derived. Exchange and Non-exchange Revenue. Exchange revenue is recognized when earned and is derived from transactions where both the government and the other party receive value (i.e., goods have been delivered or services have been rendered). DHS exchange revenue includes, but is not limited to: immigration fees, NFIP insurance premiums, Student Exchange Visa Program fees, and aviation security fees. Reimbursable exchange revenue includes, but is not limited to: services provided to the government of Puerto Rico for the collection of duties, taxes, and fees; services for personnel; medical, housing and various types of maritime support; the Federal Protective Service Guard personnel; and oil spill cleanup costs. The majority of DHS non-exchange revenue is derived from the custodial collections of user fees, taxes, customs duties, fines and penalties, interest on the fines and penalties, and the refund and drawbacks related to these collections. Non-exchange revenue from user fees U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 63 CBP FOIA 004633 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000163 Page 368 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information results from the government's sovereign power to demand revenue and is recognized as earned. Examples of non-exchange revenue from user fees include the collection of fees by CBP on incoming private vessels, private aircraft, and commercial vehicles. Non-exchange revenue also arises from transfers-in with and without financing sources and donations from the public. Other financing sources, such as donations and transfers of assets without reimbursements, are recognized on the Statements of Changes in Net Position during the period in which the donations and transfers occurred. Deferred revenue is recorded when the Department receives payment for goods or services which have not been fully rendered. Deferred revenue is reported as a liability on the Balance Sheet until earned. NFIP premium revenue is recognized ratably over the life of the policies. Deferred revenue relates to unearned premiums which represent the unexpired portion of policy premiums. USCIS fees are related to adjudication of applications for immigration and naturalization services that are used to provide special benefits to recipients and pay the regulatory costs from the adjudication process. USCIS requires advance payments of the fees for adjudication of applications or petitions for immigration and naturalization benefits. Imputed Financing Sources. In certain instances, operating costs of the Department are paid out of funds appropriated to other federal agencies. For example, OPM, by law, pays certain costs of retirement programs, and certain legal judgments against DHS are paid from a judgment fund maintained by the Treasury. When costs that are identifiable to DHS and directly attributable to DHS operations are paid by other agencies, the Department recognizes these amounts as operating expenses. The Department also recognizes an imputed financing source on the Statements of Changes in Net Position to indicate the funding of DHS operations by other federal agencies. Custodial Activity. Non-entity revenue, disbursements, and refunds are reported on the Statement of Custodial Activity using a modified cash basis. Non-entity revenue reported on the Department's Statement of Custodial Activity include duties, excise taxes, and various nonexchange fees collected by CBP that are subsequently remitted to the Treasury general fund or to other federal agencies. Duties, user fees, fines, and penalties are assessed pursuant to the provisions of 19 USC; nonimmigrant petition fees and interest under 8 USC; and excise taxes are assessed under 26 USC. CBP assesses duties, taxes, and fees on goods and merchandise brought into the United States from foreign countries. The custodial revenue is recorded at the time of collection. These revenue collections primarily result from current fiscal year activities. CBP records an equal and offsetting liability due to the Treasury general fund for amounts recognized as nonentity tax and trade receivables. Non-entity tax and trade accounts receivables consist of duties, user fees, fines and penalties, refunds and drawbacks overpayments, and interest associated with import/export activity, that have been established as specifically identifiable, legally enforceable claims that remain uncollected as of year-end. CBP accrues an estimate of duties, taxes, and fees related to commerce released prior to year-end where receipt of payment is anticipated subsequent to year-end. The portions of the fees that are subsequently remitted to other federal agencies are recorded as custodial revenue at the time of collection. Non-entity receivables are presented net of amounts deemed uncollectible. CBP tracks and enforces payment of estimated duties, taxes, and fees receivable by establishing a liquidated - 64 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004634 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000164 Page 369 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information damage case that generally results in fines and penalties receivable. A fine or penalty, including interest on past-due balances, is established when a violation of import/export law is discovered. An allowance for doubtful collections is established for substantially all accrued fines and penalties and related interest. The amount is based on past experience in resolving disputed assessments, the debtor's payment record and willingness to pay, the probable recovery of amounts from secondary sources (such as sureties), and an analysis of aged receivable activity. CBP regulations allow importers to dispute the assessment of duties, taxes, and fees. Receivables related to disputed assessments are not recorded until the protest period expires or a protest decision is rendered in CBP's favor. Refunds and drawback of duties, taxes, and fees are recognized when payment is made. Generally, a permanent, indefinite appropriation is used to fund the disbursement of refunds and drawbacks. Disbursements are recorded as a decrease in the amount transferred to federal entities as reported on the Statements of Custodial Activity. The liability for refunds and drawbacks consists of amounts owed for refunds of duty and other trade related activity and drawback claims. CBP accrues a monthly liability for refunds and drawback claims approved at month-end, but paid subsequent to month-end. An accrual adjustment is recorded on the Statements of Custodial Activity to adjust cash collections and refund disbursements with the net increase or decrease of accrued non-entity accounts receivables, net of uncollectible amounts, and refunds payable at year-end. For additional information, see Note 7, Taxes, Duties, and Trade Receivables, Net, and Note 29, Custodial Revenue. Y. Taxes The Department, as a federal agency, is not subject to federal, state, or local income taxes. Therefore, no provision for income taxes has been recorded in the accompanying financial statements. Z. Reclassifications In FY 2017, certain FY 2016 balances were reclassified to conform to FY 2017 presentation for the following: Note 7, Taxes, Duties, and Trade Receivables. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 65 CBP FOIA 004635 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000165 Page 370 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 2. Non-Entity Assets Non-entity assets at September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): 2017 2016 Intragovernmental: Fund Balance with Treasury $ 2,075 $ 1,851 Accounts Receivable 1 1 Total Intragovernmental 2,076 1,852 5 9 35 37 2,980 3,042 Total Public 3,020 3,088 Total Non-Entity Assets 5,096 4,940 106,615 92,690 Public: Cash and Other Monetary Assets Accounts Receivable, Net Taxes, Duties, and Trade Receivables, Net Total Entity Assets Total Assets $ 111,711 $ 97,630 Non-entity Fund Balance with Treasury consists of certain special and deposit funds, permanent and indefinite appropriations, and miscellaneous receipts. Non-entity assets (also discussed in Notes 3, 4, 6, and 7) are offset by corresponding liabilities at September 30, 2017 and 2016. Taxes, duties, and trade receivables from the public represent amounts due from importers for goods and merchandise imported to the United States. 3. Fund Balance with Treasury A. Fund Balance with Treasury Fund Balance with Treasury at September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): 2017 General Funds $ Trust Funds $ 50,331 233 256 Revolving, Public Enterprise, and Working Capital Funds 6,940 1,066 Special Funds 6,589 5,784 Deposit Funds 1,776 1,560 Total Fund Balance with Treasury - 66 - 55,928 2016 $ 71,466 $ 58,997 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004636 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000166 Page 371 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information General funds consist of amounts appropriated annually by Congress to fund the operations of the Department. General funds include clearing funds totaling $(22) million and $(38) million at September 30, 2017 and 2016, respectively, which represent reconciling differences with Treasury balances. As of September 30, 2017 and 2016, restricted non-entity fund balance with Treasury was $2,075 million and $1,851 million, respectively. Trust funds include both receipt accounts and expenditure accounts that are designated by law as a trust fund. Trust fund receipts are used for specific purposes, in general to offset the cost of expanding border and port enforcement activities, oil spill related claims and activities, and administrative expenses related to the collection of the Harbor Maintenance Fee. For additional information, see Note 22, Funds from Dedicated Collections. Revolving funds are used for continuing cycles of business-like activity, in which the fund charges for the sale of products or services and uses the proceeds to finance its spending, usually without requirement for annual appropriations. A public enterprise revolving fund is an account that is authorized by law to be credited with offsetting collections from the public and those monies are used to finance operations. Examples of Department public enterprise funds include the direct loans program and NFIP. In addition, the Working Capital Fund is a fee-forservice fund established to support operations of Department Components. Special funds are funds designated for specific purposes including the disbursement of non-entity monies received in connection with antidumping and countervailing duty orders due to qualifying Injured Domestic Industries. The Department also has special funds for immigration and naturalization user fees and CBP user fees, as well as inspection fees, National Flood Insurance Reserve Fund fees, and off-set and refund transfers. For additional information, see Note 22, Funds from Dedicated Collections. In addition, some special funds are included in budgetary status as available for obligations. For additional information, see Note 26, Legal Arrangements Affecting the Use of Unobligated Balances. Deposit funds represent amounts received as an advance that are not accompanied by an order and include non-entity collections that do not belong to the Federal Government. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 67 CBP FOIA 004637 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000167 Page 372 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information B. Status of Fund Balance with Treasury The status of Fund Balance with Treasury at September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): 2017 2016 Budgetary Status Unobligated Balances: Available $ Unavailable 16,598 $ 10,287 3,478 3,191 Obligated Balance Not Yet Disbursed 48,329 43,786 Total Budgetary Status 68,405 57,264 2,826 2,575 (4) (5) (7,568) (7,886) Receivable Transfers and Imprest Fund (308) (289) Authority Unavailable for Obligation 6,175 5,459 33 35 1,443 1,425 Temporary Reduction of Budget Authority 479 434 Temporary Reduction of Specific Invested Treasury Account Symbols (15) (15) Reconciling Adjustments: Receipt, Clearing, and Deposit Funds Borrowing Authority (Note 25) Investments Offsetting Collections Previously or Temporarily Precluded from Obligation SFRBTF; OSLTF Total Fund Balance with Treasury $ 71,466 $ 58,997 Portions of the Unobligated Balances Available, Unavailable, and Obligated Balance Not Yet Disbursed contain CBP's user fees restricted by law in its use to offset costs incurred by CBP. The Unobligated Balances Available also includes transfers in from the Spectrum Relocation Fund (47 USC 928) that will be available for obligation at a future date. Portions of the Unobligated Balance Unavailable include amounts appropriated in prior fiscal years that are not available to fund new obligations, including expired funds. However, the amounts can be used for upward and downward adjustments for existing obligations in future years. The Obligated Balance Not Yet Disbursed represents amounts designated for payment of goods and services ordered but not received or goods and services received but for which payment has not yet been made. Since the following line items do not post to Fund Balance with Treasury and budgetary status accounts simultaneously, certain adjustments are required to reconcile the budgetary status to non-budgetary Fund Balance with Treasury as reported in the accompanying Balance Sheets: ? - 68 - Receipt, clearing, and deposit funds represent amounts on deposit with Treasury that have no budget status at September 30, 2017 and 2016. FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004638 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000168 Page 373 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information ? Borrowing authority, to the extent of existing obligations, is in budgetary status for use by FEMA for NFIP purposes and CDLs, and transfers have been made to the Fund Balance with Treasury account for these purposes. For additional information, see Note 25, Available Borrowing Authority. ? Budgetary resources have investments included; however, the money has been moved from the Fund Balance with Treasury asset account to Investments. ? Receivable transfers of currently invested balances increase the budget authority at the time the transfer is realized; however, obligations may be incurred before the actual transfer of funds. ? Imprest funds represent funds moved from Fund Balance with Treasury to Cash and Other Monetary Assets with no change in the budgetary status. ? For receipts unavailable for obligations, authorizing statute may specify that obligations are not available until a specified time in the future or until specific legal requirements are met. ? Offsetting collections previously or temporarily precluded from obligation are offsetting collections that become unavailable for obligation until specific legal requirements are met. ? Sport Fish Restoration Boating Trust Fund (SFRBTF) and Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (OSLTF) are Treasury-managed funds. These funds receive revenue transferred from custodial activities of the Treasury, which are deposited in a Treasury account. For more information, see Note 22, Funds from Dedicated Collections. ? Temporary reduction of budget authority includes new budget authority or prior-year balance that have been temporarily reduced by statute in special and nonrevolving trust funds associated with receipt accounts designated by the Treasury as available. ? Temporary reduction of specific invested Treasury account symbols includes reductions of amounts appropriated from specific invested Treasury account symbols in the current year due to OMB sequestered amounts. 4. Cash and Other Monetary Assets Cash and Other Monetary Assets at September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): 2017 Total Cash and Other Monetary Assets $ 308 2016 $ 193 DHS cash includes cash held by others, imprest funds, undeposited collections, and the net balances maintained by insurance companies for flood insurance activity. Restricted non-entity cash and other monetary assets were $5 million and $9 million at September 30, 2017 and 2016, respectively (see Note 2). U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 69 CBP FOIA 004639 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000169 Page 374 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 5. Investments, Net Investments at September 30, 2017, consisted of the following (in millions): Type of Investment: Amortization Method Amortized (Premium) Discount Cost Market Interest Investments, Value Receivable Net Disclosure Intragovernmental Securities: OSLTF Effective interest method $ 5,672 SFRBTF Effective interest method 1,922 1 General Gift Fund Effective interest method 1 Total Nonmarketable, Par Value Gifts and Donations Fund 5,683 N/A 5 1,928 N/A - - 1 N/A 7,595 (1) 18 7,612 N/A 2 - - 2 2 2 - - 2 2 Effective interest method Total Nonmarketable, Market-Based Total Investments, Net $ 7,597 $ $ (2) (1) $ $ 13 18 $ $ 7,614 Investments at September 30, 2016, consisted of the following (in millions): Type of Investment: Amortization Method Amortized (Premium) Discount Cost Market Interest Investments, Value Receivable Net Disclosure Intragovernmental Securities: OSLTF Effective interest method $ 4,950 SFRBTF Effective interest method 1,911 (2) General Gift Fund Effective interest method 1 Total Nonmarketable, Par Value National Flood Insurance Reserve Fund Effective interest method Total Nonmarketable, Market-Based Total Investments, Net - 70 - $ 4,973 N/A 2 1,911 N/A - - 1 N/A 6,862 13 10 6,885 N/A 1,039 120 16 1,175 1,162 1,039 120 16 1,175 1,162 7,901 $ $ 15 133 $ $ 8 26 $ $ 8,060 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004640 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000170 Page 375 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information The Federal Government does not set aside assets to pay future benefits or other expenditures associated with funds from dedicated collections: OSLTF, SFRBTF and General Gift Fund at USCG, and National Flood Insurance Reserve Fund and Gifts and Donations Fund at FEMA. The cash receipts collected from the public for a fund from dedicated collections are deposited in the Treasury, which uses the cash for general Federal Government purposes. Treasury securities are issued to the USCG and FEMA as evidence of its receipts. Treasury securities associated with funds from dedicated collections are an asset to the USCG and FEMA, respectively, and a liability to the Treasury. The National Flood Insurance Reserve Fund was established by the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012 (Pub. L. 112-141) to meet the expected future obligations of the NFIP. Investments in the National Flood Insurance Reserve Fund were liquidated in December 2016 to pay for losses related to Hurricane Matthew. Additional funds were invested in June 2017, and then liquidated in September 2017 to pay for losses as a result of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria. The Gifts and Donations Fund at FEMA was established to help provide for disaster-related needs that have not or will not be met by governmental agencies or any other organization. Cora C. Brown of Kansas City, Missouri died in 1977, leaving a portion of her estate to the United States to be used as a special fund solely for the relief of human suffering caused by natural disasters. Treasury securities provide the USCG and FEMA with authority to draw upon the Treasury to make future benefit payments or other expenditures. For additional information, see Note 22, Funds from Dedicated Collections. 6. Accounts Receivable, Net Accounts Receivable, Net, at September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): 2017 Intragovernmental $ 317 2016 $ 290 With the Public: Accounts Receivable Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Total With the Public Accounts Receivable, Net $ 3,484 2,713 (79) (84) 3,405 2,629 3,722 $ 2,919 As of September 30, 2017 and 2016, total restricted non-entity accounts receivable were $36 million and $38 million, respectively (see Note 2). Accounts receivable with the public at September 30, 2017 includes $1,042 million of anticipated collections based on FEMA's reinsurance agreements. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 71 CBP FOIA 004641 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000171 Page 376 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 7. Taxes, Duties, and Trade Receivables, Net Taxes, Duties, and Trade Receivables consisted of the following (in millions): As of September 30, 2017: Gross Receivables Duties $ Excise Taxes 2,702 Total Net Receivables Allowance $ (172) $ 2,530 209 (10) 199 78 (1) 77 489 (446) 43 Antidumping and Countervailing Duties 2,629 (2,499) 130 Interest Receivable 1,187 (1,186) 1 User Fees Fines/Penalties Total Taxes, Duties, and Trade Receivables, Net $ As of September 30, 2016: Gross Receivables Duties $ Excise Taxes User Fees Fines/Penalties Antidumping and Countervailing Duties Interest Receivable Total Taxes, Duties, and Trade Receivables, Net $ 7,294 2,690 $ (4,314) 2,980 Total Net Receivables Allowance $ $ (134) $ 2,556 197 (8) 189 76 - 76 545 (444) 101 1,965 (1,848) 117 834 (831) 3 6,307 $ (3,265) $ 3,042 CBP assesses duties, taxes, and fees on goods and merchandise brought into the United States from foreign countries. Antidumping duties are assessed when it is determined that a class or kind of foreign merchandise is being released into the U.S. economy at less than its fair value to the detriment of a U.S. industry. Countervailing duties are collected when it is determined that a foreign government is providing a subsidy to its local industries to manufacture, produce, or export a class or kind of merchandise for import into the U.S. commerce to the detriment of a U.S. industry. When a violation of import/export law is discovered, a fine or penalty may be imposed. CBP assesses a liquidated damage or penalty for these cases to the maximum extent of the law. After receiving the notice of assessment, the importer, surety or other party has 60 days to either file a petition requesting a review of the assessment or pay the assessed amount. Once a petition is received, CBP investigates the circumstances as required by its mitigation guidelines and directives. Until this process has been completed, the Department records an allowance, net of interest, on fines and penalties, based on historical experience of fines and penalties mitigation and collection. The allowance was approximately 91 percent and 81 percent at September 30, 2017 and 2016, respectively. Duties and taxes receivables are non-entity assets for which there is an offsetting liability due to the general fund (see Note 18). - 72 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004642 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000172 Page 377 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information CBP assesses interest when taxes, duties, and trade receivables remain unpaid after the original due date. The interest is calculated using the rate published on the CBP website and in the Federal Register quarterly. Interest accruals are calculated using the same methodology as the underlying receivable accrual, and include an allowance for amounts deemed potentially uncollectible. 8. Direct Loans, Net The Department's loan program consists of CDLs administered by FEMA. CDLs may be authorized to local governments that have suffered a substantial loss of tax and other revenue as a result of a major disaster and have demonstrated a need for federal financial assistance in order to perform their municipal operating functions. On an annual basis, using the Treasury five-year curve rate, a subsidy estimate is calculated to determine the subsidy rate to be used in order to cover the subsidized portion of future disbursements. The subsidy estimate calculation is based on the re-payment period extended through an initial five-year term plus the five-year extension, the historical average cancellation rate, and the Moody's default rating for municipalities. The subsidy estimate is revised on an annual basis, also known as a re-estimate, which updates for actual performance and/or estimated changes in future cash flows of the cohort. Legislation also plays a significant role in the subsidy cost of a cohort. New legislation that alters the baseline cash flow estimate for a loan or group of loans always results in a modification. A modification means a government action that may change the cost by altering the terms of the existing contract and changes the estimated cost of an outstanding direct loan. The CDLs are established at the current Treasury rate for a term of five years. A CDL has a maximum amount of $5 million. The CDL amount cannot exceed 25 percent of the annual operating budget of the local government for the fiscal year in which the major disaster occurred, unless the loss of tax and other revenue for the local government is at least 75 percent of the annual operating budget. In this case, the CDL amount cannot exceed 50 percent of the annual operating budget. These CDLs can be cancelled by FEMA upon request from local government, if the local government meets the eligibility requirements in 44 CFR section 206.366, Emergency and Management Assistance, Loan Cancellation. The exception is the special CDL for Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, where the interest rate on the loan is less than the Treasury rate, and the amount of the loan cannot exceed 50 percent of the annual operating budget of the local government for the fiscal year in which the major disaster occurred. In addition, special CDLs may exceed $5 million and may be cancelled in accordance with the following Stafford Act amendments: the Community Disaster Loan Act of 2005 (Pub. L. 109-88), the U.S. Troop Readiness, Veteran's Care, Katrina Recovery, and Iraq Accountability Appropriations Act (Pub. L. 110-28), the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Hurricane Recovery, 2006 (Pub. L. 109-234), and 44 CFR, Emergency and Management Assistance. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 73 CBP FOIA 004643 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000173 Page 378 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information The Consolidated and Furthering Appropriations Act, 2013 (Pub. L. 113-6) loosened the restrictions used in calculating the operating deficit to determine if a local government qualifies for additional cancellations. In addition, the law allows FEMA to reimburse those local governments who have repaid all, or a portion of, their loans, and who have received additional cancellations. A. Summary of Direct Loans to Non-Federal Borrowers at September 30 (in millions): Community Disaster Loans 2017 2016 Loans Receivable, Net Loans Receivable, Net $ $ 33 29 An analysis of loans receivable and the nature and amounts of the subsidy and administrative costs associated with the direct loans is provided in the following sections. B. Direct Loans Obligated After FY 1991 (in millions): Value of Assets Related to Direct Loans Community Disaster Loans Loans Receivable , Gross Interest Receivable Allowance for Subsidy Cost (Present Value) 2017 $ 117 $ 7 $ (91) $ 33 2016 $ 133 $ 6 $ (110) $ 29 C. Total Amount of Direct Loans Disbursed, Post-1991 (in millions): 2017 $ Community Disaster Loans 2016 10 $ 4 D. Subsidy Expense for Direct Loans by Program and Component (in millions): Subsidy Expense for New Direct Loans Disbursed as of September 30 Community Disaster Loans 2017 2016 Interest Differential Other Total $ - $ 9 $ 9 $ - $ 3 $ 3 Direct Loan Modifications and Re-estimates Community Disaster Loans 2017 2016 - 74 - Total Interest Rate Technical Total Modifications Re-estimates Re-estimates Re-estimates $ - $ - $ (5) $ (5) $ - $ - $ (14) $ (14) FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004644 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000174 Page 379 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Total Direct Loan Subsidy Expense 2017 Community Disaster Loans $ 2016 4 $ (11) E. Direct Loan Subsidy Rates at September 30 (in millions): The direct loan subsidy rates, by program, are as follows: 2017 2016 Community Disaster Loans Community Disaster Loans Interest Subsidy Cost 2.62% 2.50% Default Costs 0.17% 0.15% 88.24% 88.40% Other The subsidy rates disclosed pertain only to the current year's cohorts. These rates cannot be applied to the direct loans disbursed during the current reporting year to yield the subsidy expense. The subsidy expense for new loans reported in the current year could result from disbursements of loans from both current year cohorts and prior year(s) cohorts. The subsidy expense reported in the current year also includes modifications and re-estimates. Default costs include the projected default amounts based on Moody's default curve for years 6 to 10. The Other line represents the subsidy rates for direct loans that are partially cancelled or cancelled in full if specified conditions are met. Historically, a high percentage of the borrowers have met the conditions for cancellation, thus resulting in a high direct loan subsidy rate. F. Schedule for Reconciling Subsidy Cost Allowance Balances at September 30 (in millions): 2017 Beginning balance of the subsidy cost allowance $ 2016 110 $ 120 Add subsidy expense for direct loans disbursed during the reporting years by component: Other subsidy costs 9 3 (24) - 1 1 96 124 (5) (14) Adjustments: Loans written off Subsidy allowance amortization Ending balance of the subsidy cost allowance before re-estimates Add subsidy re-estimate by Component Technical/default re-estimate Ending balance of the subsidy cost allowance $ 91 $ U.S. Department of Homeland Security 110 - 75 CBP FOIA 004645 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000175 Page 380 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information G. Administrative Expenses at September 30 (in millions): 2017 Community Disaster Loans $ 2016 1 $ - 9. Inventory and Related Property, Net Inventory and Related Property, Net at September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): 2017 2016 OM&S Items Held for Use $ Items Held for Future Use 1,333 $ 1,309 47 42 856 775 (334) (309) 1,902 1,817 Inventory Purchased for Resale 39 37 Less: Allowance for Losses (7) (7) Total Inventory, Net 32 30 Stockpile Materials Held in Reserve 74 89 Items Held for Repair Less: Allowance for Losses Total OM&S, Net Inventory Total Inventory and Related Property, Net - 76 - $ 2,008 $ 1,936 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004646 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000176 Page 381 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 10. Seized and Forfeited Property Prohibited seized property item counts as of September 30 and seizure and forfeiture activity for FY 2017 and 2016 are as follows: For the fiscal year Ended September 30, 2017: Seized Property: Remissions Beginning and Balance New Seizures Adjustments New Forfeitures Ending Balance Illegal Drugs (in kilograms): Marijuana 219 508,557 262 (508,690) 348 Cocaine 102 36,392 (17) (35,866) 611 Heroin 23 2,337 (20) (2,317) 23 234 25,095 (27) (25,063) 239 - 62,562 - (62,562) - 9 13,150 1 (13,150) 10 1,347 16,571 (2,949) (12,392) 2,577 Firearms and Explosives (in number of case line items) 4,490 1,380 (3,689) (1,058) 1,123 Counterfeit Currency (US/Foreign, in number of items) 7,670,139 2,401,790 (5,691,302) - 4,380,627 Counterfeit Goods (in number of case line items) 33,110 71,840 (3,916) (70,905) 30,129 New Forfeitures Transfers and Adjustments Destroyed 140,599 508,690 (293,140) (267,115) 89,034 Cocaine 31,551 35,866 (347) (33,202) 33,868 Heroin 3,287 2,317 (90) (2,091) 3,423 19,202 25,063 (1,674) (16,428) 26,163 3,614 62,562 (30) (63,890) 2,256 10,004 13,150 (64) (9,115) 13,975 6,665 12,392 (3,300) (9,066) 6,691 Firearms and Explosives (in number of case line items) 1,307 1,058 (1,123) (2) 1,240 Counterfeit Goods (in number of case line items) 30,626 70,905 98 (75,482) 26,147 Methamphetamine Khat Synthetic Marijuana Other Drugs Forfeited Property: Beginning Balance Ending Balance Illegal Drugs (in kilograms): Marijuana Methamphetamine Khat Synthetic Marijuana Other Drugs U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 77 CBP FOIA 004647 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000177 Page 382 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information For the fiscal year Ended September 30, 2016: Seized Property: Remissions Beginning and Balance New Seizures Adjustments New Forfeitures Ending Balance Illegal Drugs (in kilograms): Marijuana 1,316 772,329 1,011 (774,437) 219 Cocaine 412 30,701 (381) (30,630) 102 Heroin 21 2,426 1 (2,425) 23 210 18,863 (8) (18,831) 234 - 70,277 - (70,277) - 269 719 (264) (715) 9 1,285 11,965 (94) (11,809) 1,347 Firearms and Explosives (in number of case line items) 4,217 1,951 (360) (1,318) 4,490 Counterfeit Currency (US/Foreign, in number of items) 7,125,874 3,009,701 (2,465,436) - 7,670,139 Counterfeit Goods (in number of case line items) 33,212 66,879 (3,265) (63,716) 33,110 New Forfeitures Transfers and Adjustments Destroyed 145,112 774,437 (460,331) (318,619) 140,599 Cocaine 25,037 30,630 (3,717) (20,399) 31,551 Heroin 3,757 2,425 (466) (2,429) 3,287 14,580 18,831 (1,004) (13,205) 19,202 3,000 70,277 24 (69,687) 3,614 10,273 715 99 (1,083) 10,004 4,220 11,809 (550) (8,814) 6,665 Firearms and Explosives (in number of case line items) 2,504 1,318 (2,507) (8) 1,307 Counterfeit Goods (in number of case line items) 38,089 63,716 558 (71,737) 30,626 Methamphetamine Khat Synthetic Marijuana Other Drugs Forfeited Property: Beginning Balance Ending Balance Illegal Drugs (in kilograms): Marijuana Methamphetamine Khat Synthetic Marijuana Other Drugs This schedule is presented for prohibited (nonvalued) seized and forfeited property. These items are retained and ultimately destroyed by CBP and USSS and are not transferred to the Treasury's forfeiture fund or other federal agencies. Illegal drugs consist of tested and verified controlled substances as defined per the Controlled Substances Act. Illegal drugs are presented in kilograms, and a portion of the weight includes packaging, which often cannot be reasonably separated from the weight of the drugs since the - 78 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004648 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000178 Page 383 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information packaging must be maintained for evidentiary purposes. Other drugs include insignificant amounts of controlled substances that do not warrant being isolated to an individual category. The ending balance for firearms includes only those seized items that can actually be used as firearms. Firearms are presented in number of case line items, which represent different types of firearms seized as part of a case. Counterfeit goods include clothing, footwear, jewelry, electronic equipment, movies, media, identification documents, and other items. Counterfeit goods are presented in number of case line items. USCG and ICE also seize and take temporary possession of small boats, equipment, general property, firearms, contraband, and illegal drugs. CBP maintains the seized property on behalf of USCG and ICE, and transfers nonprohibited seized property to the Treasury forfeiture fund. Remissions occur when CBP returns property back to the violator. Adjustments are caused by changes during the year to the beginning balances due to changes in legal status or property types. For example, a case considered forfeited could be re-opened and changed to seized status or a drug property type may change on a case. Transfers occur when CBP conveys property to other federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies for prosecution, destruction, or donation. USSS counterfeit currency includes notes received from external sources, or seized during investigations. Counterfeit currency is presented in number of notes, and represents notes maintained in USSS, including items that are pending destruction. All items are maintained in a secured location until the items reach their eligible destruction date. Counterfeit currency ending balances decrease when notes are destroyed, or when a counterfeit note is reclassified as an educational note. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 79 CBP FOIA 004649 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000179 Page 384 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 11. General Property, Plant, and Equipment, Net General PP&E consisted of the following (in millions): As of September 30, 2017: Land and Land Rights Improvements to Land Construction in Progress Buildings, Other Structures and Facilities Equipment: Information Technology Equipment Aircraft Vessels Vehicles Other Equipment Assets Under Capital Lease Leasehold Improvements Internal Use Software Internal Use Software - in Development Total General Property, Plant, and Equipment, Net - 80 - Useful Life N/A 2-50 yrs N/A Cost $ Accumulated Depreciation/ Amortization Total Net Book Value 302 2,340 3,076 N/A 956 N/A 10-50 yrs 8,407 4,210 4,197 5 yrs 20 yrs 5-30 yrs 5-15 yrs 5 yrs 2-20 yrs 2-50 yrs 2-13 yrs 984 5,799 9,063 1,020 7,222 80 2,261 4,352 740 2,818 3,898 864 5,014 61 1,368 3,391 244 2,981 5,165 156 2,208 19 893 961 N/A 301 N/A 301 $ 45,207 $ 23,320 $ 302 1,384 3,076 $ 21,887 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004650 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000180 Page 385 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information As of September 30, 2016: Land and Land Rights Improvements to Land Construction in Progress Buildings, Other Structures and Facilities Equipment: Information Technology Equipment Aircraft Vessels Vehicles Other Equipment Assets Under Capital Lease Leasehold Improvements Internal Use Software Internal Use Software - in Development Total General Property, Plant, and Equipment, Net Useful Life N/A 2-50 yrs N/A Cost $ Accumulated Depreciation/ Amortization Total Net Book Value 295 2,285 2,907 N/A 841 N/A 10-50 yrs 8,319 4,074 4,245 5 yrs 20 yrs 5-30 yrs 5-15 yrs 5 yrs 2-20 yrs 2-50 yrs 2-13 yrs 1,027 5,623 8,261 1,042 7,185 80 2,104 4,281 756 2,680 3,737 883 4,871 57 1,162 3,262 271 2,943 4,524 159 2,314 23 942 1,019 N/A 134 N/A 134 $ 43,543 $ 22,323 $ $ 295 1,444 2,907 21,220 U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 81 CBP FOIA 004651 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000181 Page 386 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 12. Stewardship Property, Plant, and Equipment DHS's Stewardship PP&E is comprised of items held by USCG, CBP, USCIS, TSA, FEMA, S&T, USSS, FLETC, and ICE. These heritage assets are located in the United States, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Collection-type heritage assets are presented in either number of collections or number of individual items, while non collection-type and multi-use heritage assets are presented in number of individual units. Heritage assets as of September 30 consisted of the following: 2017 Collection-type Assets USCG CBP USCIS TSA S&T USSS Non Collection-type Assets USCG S&T FLETC Multi-use Heritage Assets USCG CBP FEMA ICE Total Stewardship PP&E 2016 Collection-type Assets USCG CBP USCIS TSA S&T USSS Non Collection-type Assets USCG S&T FLETC Multi-use Heritage Assets USCG CBP FEMA Total Stewardship PP&E - 82 - Beginning Balance Additions Withdrawals 9 2 5 11 1 2 - - 9 2 5 11 1 2 73 1 1 - (2) - 71 1 1 113 4 1 223 1 1 (8) (10) 105 4 1 1 214 Beginning Balance Additions Withdrawals 9 2 5 11 1 2 - - 9 2 5 11 1 2 73 1 - 1 - 73 1 1 117 4 1 226 1 (4) (4) 113 4 1 223 Total Total FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004652 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000182 Page 387 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information The Department's Stewardship PP&E consists of documents, historical artifacts, immigration and naturalization files, artwork, buildings, and structures, which are unique due to historical, cultural, artistic, or architectural significance, and are used to preserve and provide an education on the Department's history and tradition. Generally, these heritage assets are not included in general PP&E presented on the Balance Sheet. Components define collection-type assets as either individual items, or an aggregate of items grouped by location or category, depending on mission, types of assets, materiality considerations, and how the Component manages the assets. Additions are derived from many sources, including gifts from current or former personnel or the general public, bequests, and transfers from other federal agencies. As assessments are made of heritage assets, individual items are withdrawn from a collection when they have deteriorated through damage due to moving and transportation, storage or display, or environmental degradation. Individual items are also withdrawn when curatorial staff determines that an artifact does not meet the needs of the collection, or the characteristics of a heritage asset. Collection-type Heritage Assets. The Department classifies items maintained for exhibition or display as collection-type heritage assets. As the lead agency ensuring a safe, secure, and resilient homeland, the Department uses this property for the purpose of educating individuals about its history, mission, values, and culture. USCG collection-type heritage assets are defined by groups of items categorized as artifacts, artwork, and display models, located at USCG Headquarters, the USCG Academy, and all other locations, such as field units. Each collection of the three types of assets located at the three aforementioned locations is considered one collection-type asset. Artifacts include ships' equipment (sextants, bells, binnacles, etc.), decommissioned aids-to-navigation and communication equipment (buoy bells, lighthouse lenses, lanterns, etc.), personal-use items (uniforms and related accessories), and ordnance (cannons, rifles, and Lyle guns). Artwork consists of the USCG's collection of World War II combat art, as well as modern art depicting both historical and modern USCG activities. Display models are mostly of USCG vessels and aircraft. These are often builders' models acquired by the USCG as part of the contracts with the ship or aircraft builders. CBP collection-type heritage assets are categorized and grouped into two collections: documents, and artifacts. Documents consist of dated port records, CBP regulations, and ledgers of Collectors of Customs. Artifacts include antique scales, dated pictures of Customs inspectors, aged tools used to sample imported commodities such as wood bales and bulk grain, and dated Customs uniforms, badges, and stamps. USCIS collection-type heritage assets consist of an archive of five collections of different types of immigration and naturalization files that can be used to trace family lineages. USCIS has established the USCIS Genealogy Program to allow the public access to the records on a fee-for-service basis. Archived records available through the USCIS Genealogy Program include naturalization certificate files, alien registration forms, visa files, registry files, as well as alien files numbered below eight million and documents dated prior to May 1951. TSA collection-type heritage assets include six architectural or building artifacts, and five aviation security technology items. The architectural or building artifacts include a collection of concrete pieces that belonged to the western wall of the Pentagon, a collection of subway rails U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 83 CBP FOIA 004653 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000183 Page 388 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information from the Port Authority Trans-Hudson subway station located below the World Trade Center, and four individual artifacts related to the steel structure and facade of the World Trade Center Towers that were destroyed by the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The five aviation security technology items include two walk through metal detectors, two X-ray machines, and an explosives trace detection portal machine. These items are preserved as aviation security technology equipment that was used to screen the individuals who carried out the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. As the lead agency protecting the Nation's transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce, TSA uses this property for the purpose of educating individuals about its history, mission, values, and culture. S&T maintains one collection-type heritage asset--the fourth-order Fresnel lens from the historic Plum Island lighthouse. The lens was an integral part of the Plum Island lighthouse, which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The lens is on loan for display at the East End Seaport Museum in Greenport, New York. USSS collection-type heritage assets are categorized into a collection of historical artifacts-- including records, photographs, documents, and other items pertaining to the history of the USSS--and a collection of historical vehicles pertaining to the history of presidential transportation. Historical artifacts are maintained, stored, or displayed in the USSS archives and in the Secret Service Exhibit Hall. The vehicles are displayed at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, Maryland, or on loan to Presidential libraries. These items are used to educate employees and their guests about the USSS's dual missions of investigations and protection. Non Collection-type Heritage Assets. The Department also maintains non collection-type heritage assets that are unique for historical or natural significance, as well cultural, educational, or artistic importance. USCG non collection-type heritage assets include buildings, structures, sunken vessels, and aircraft. Buildings and structures such as lighthouses and monuments are classified as non collection-type heritage assets in accordance with SFFAS No. 29, Heritage Assets and Stewardship Land. Sunken vessels and aircraft are classified as noncollection-type heritage assets, as stipulated in the property clause of the U.S. Constitution, Articles 95 and 96 of the International Law of the Sea Convention, Sunken Military Craft Act, and the sovereign immunity provisions of admiralty law. Despite the passage of time or the physical condition of these assets, they remain government-owned until the Congress of the United States formally declares them abandoned. The USCG desires to retain custody of these assets to safeguard the remains of crew members lost at sea, to prevent the unauthorized handling of explosives or ordnance that may be aboard, and to preserve culturally valuable artifacts of the USCG. S&T non collection-type heritage assets consist of the Plum Island Lighthouse, located in the Plum Island Animal Disease Center, Orient Point, New York. The Plum Island Lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. FLETC non collection-type heritage assets consist of a memorial associated with the World Trade Center located in Glynco, Georgia. The memorial integrates a piece of steel from the World Trade Center's steel structure into the overall design. The memorial is the primary site - 84 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004654 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000184 Page 389 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information for student graduations from the FLETC, and also a venue for various special events, linking the FLETC mission and training efforts to this past tragedy. Multi-Use Heritage Assets. When heritage assets are functioning in operational status, the Department classifies these as multi-use heritage assets in accordance with SFFAS No. 6, Accounting for Property, Plant and Equipment. All multi-use heritage assets are reflected on the Balance Sheet as general PP&E and are depreciated over their useful life. Some examples are historic lighthouses and buildings still in use. Deferred maintenance and condition information for heritage assets and general PP&E are presented in the required supplementary information. When multi-use heritage assets are no longer needed for operational purposes, they are reclassified as heritage assets, where most are transferred to other government agencies or public entities. The USCG possesses a wide range of multi-use heritage assets, such as buildings, structures, and lighthouses that have historical and cultural significance. CBP has four multi-use heritage assets located in Puerto Rico, which consist of customs houses that facilitate the collection of revenue for the Department. FEMA has one multi-use heritage asset, the National Emergency Training Center, which is used by the Emergency Management Institute and the U.S. Fire Administration's National Fire Academy for training in Emmitsburg, Maryland. ICE has one multi-use heritage asset, a property consisting of 3.2 acres located along the southern coastline of the island of Oahu, in Honolulu, Hawaii. The ICE Honolulu Facility is a historic site included in the National Register of Historic Places. 13. Other Assets Other Assets at September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): 2017 2016 Intragovernmental: Advances and Prepayments $ Total Intragovernmental 1,003 $ 543 1,003 543 688 690 2 1 690 691 Public: Advances and Prepayments Other Assets Total Public Total Other Assets $ 1,693 $ 1,234 U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 85 CBP FOIA 004655 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000185 Page 390 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 14. Liabilities Not Covered by Budgetary Resources Liabilities Not Covered by Budgetary Resources at September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): 2017 2016 Intragovernmental: Debt (Note 15) $ Due to the General Fund (Note 18) 30,425 $ 23,000 2,951 3,027 Accrued FECA Liability (Note 18) 407 402 Other 188 183 33,971 26,612 2,882 2,752 55,833 55,276 435 452 1,412 1,374 471 365 Capital Lease Liability (Note 19) 27 31 Other 45 69 Total Public 61,105 60,319 Total Liabilities Not Covered by Budgetary Resources 95,076 86,931 Liabilities Covered by Budgetary Resources 26,417 14,579 $ 121,493 $ 101,510 Total Intragovernmental Public: Federal Employee and Veterans' Benefits: Actuarial FECA Liability (Note 16) Military Service and Other Retirement Benefits (Note 16) Environmental and Disposal Liabilities (Note 17) Other: Accrued Payroll and Benefits (Note 18) Contingent Legal Liabilities (Note 21) Total Liabilities The Department anticipates that the portion of the liabilities listed above will be funded from future budgetary resources when required, except for amounts due to the general fund, which is funded by future custodial collections. The remaining liabilities are covered by current budgetary resources. - 86 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004656 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000186 Page 391 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 15. Debt Debt at September 30 and activity for fiscal years ended FY 2017 and 2016 consisted of the following (in millions): Debt to the Treasury General Fund: 2017 2016 NFIP: Beginning Balance $ 23,000 $ 23,000 New Borrowing 7,425 - Ending Balance 30,425 23,000 17 20 2 1 Repayments (4) (4) Ending Balance 15 17 Credit Reform: Beginning Balance New Borrowing Total Debt $ 30,440 $ 23,017 The Department's intragovernmental debt is owed to Treasury and consists of borrowings to finance FEMA's NFIP and DADLP. NFIP loans can have up to a 10-year term. Interest rates are obtained from Treasury and range by cohort year from 0.625 percent to 2.5 percent as of September 30, 2017, and from 0.375 percent to 2.5 percent as of September 30, 2016. Interest is paid semi-annually on March 31 and September 30. The total interest paid for the year was $394 million and $345 million as of September 30, 2017 and 2016, respectively. Interest is accrued based on the loan balances reported. Principal repayments are required only at maturity but are permitted any time during the term of the loan. The loan and interest payments are financed by the flood premiums from policyholders. Given the current rate structure, FEMA will not be able to pay its debt from the premium revenue alone; therefore, FEMA does not anticipate repaying the debt. As a result of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, Congress enacted a supplemental appropriation for disaster relief on October 26, 2017. The Act directs Treasury to cancel $16,000 million of the $30,425 million debt of NFIP to Treasury. For additional information, see Note 31, Subsequent Events. In accordance with the requirements established by the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012, FEMA reports on the status of the debt; interest paid since 2005, and principal repayments to OMB and Congress on a quarterly basis. Under Credit Reform, the unsubsidized portion of direct loans is borrowed from Treasury. The repayment terms of FEMA's borrowing are based on the life of each cohort of direct loans. Proceeds from collections of principal and interest from the borrowers are used to repay Treasury. In addition, an annual re-estimate is performed to determine any change from the original subsidy rate. If an upward re-estimate is determined to be necessary, these funds are available through permanent indefinite authority, which is to be approved by OMB. Once these U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 87 CBP FOIA 004657 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000187 Page 392 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information funds are appropriated, the original borrowings are repaid to Treasury. The weighted average interest rates for FY 2017 and FY 2016 were 1.89 percent and 2.37 percent, respectively. 16. Federal Employee and Veterans' Benefits Accrued liability for military service and other retirement and employment benefits at September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): 2017 USCG Military Retirement and Healthcare Benefits $ 2016 50,741 $ 49,778 USSS DC Pension Plan Benefits 5,092 5,498 Actuarial FECA Liability 2,882 2,752 Total Federal Employee and Veterans' Benefits $ 58,715 $ 58,028 A. Reconciliation of Beginning and Ending Liability Balances for Pensions, and ORB The reconciliation of beginning and ending liability balances for pensions, and ORB for the year ended September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): For the Year Ended September 30, 2017: Beginning Liability Balance: USCG Military Retirement System $ 44,472 $ USCG Military Health System 5,306 USSS Uniformed Division and Special Agent Pension $ 5,498 $ Total 55,276 Expenses: Normal Cost Interest on the Liability Balance Actuarial Losses/(Gains): From Experience From Assumption Changes Total Expense Less Amounts Paid Ending Liability Balance $ - 88 - 1,216 256 - 1,472 1,670 229 127 2,026 (599) 26 (54) (627) (801) 575 (268) (494) 1,486 1,086 (195) 2,377 234 6,158 211 5,092 $ 1,375 44,583 $ $ 1,820 55,833 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004658 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000188 Page 393 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information For the Year Ended September 30, 2016: Beginning Liability Balance: USCG Military Retirement System $ 42,452 $ USCG Military Health System 5,717 USSS Uniformed Division and Special Agent Pension $ 5,624 $ Total 53,793 Expenses: Normal Cost Interest on the Liability Balance Actuarial Losses/(Gains): From Experience From Assumption Changes Other Total Expense Less Amounts Paid Ending Liability Balance $ 1,289 224 - 1,513 1,753 208 137 2,098 (554) (22) (54) (630) 813 (622) 43 234 69 11 - 80 3,370 (201) 126 3,295 1,350 44,472 $ 210 5,306 $ 252 5,498 $ 1,812 55,276 USCG Military Retirement System and Military Health System. The USCG's military service members (both current active component and reserve component) participate in the MRS. The USCG receives an annual "Retired Pay" appropriation to fund MRS benefits. The retirement system allows voluntary retirement with retired pay and benefits for active component members upon credit of at least 20 years of active service at any age. Reserve component members may retire after 20 years of creditable service with retired pay and health benefits beginning at age 60. Reserve component members may qualify for retired pay at an earlier age (but not earlier than age 50) if they perform certain active service after January 28, 2008. The USCG's MHS is a post-retirement medical benefit plan that covers all active component and reserve component members of the USCG. The accrued MHS liability is for the healthcare of non-Medicare eligible retirees and beneficiaries. Effective October 1, 2002, the USCG transferred its liability for the healthcare of Medicare eligible retirees/beneficiaries to the DOD MERHCF, which was established to finance the healthcare benefits for the Medicare-eligible beneficiaries of all DOD and non-DOD uniformed services. The actuarial accrued liability represents both retired pay for retirees, and healthcare benefits for non-Medicare eligible retirees/survivors. The present value of future benefits is the actuarial present value of the future payments that are expected to be paid under the retirement plan's provisions. Credited service is the years of service from active duty base date (or constructive date in the case of active duty reservists) to date of retirement measured in years and completed months. The actuarial accrued liability is the portion of the present value of the future benefits expected to be paid that is attributed to past service (service by participants rendered prior to the date of determination). USCG plan participants may retire after 20 years of active service at any age with annual benefits equal to 2.5 percent of retired base pay for each year of creditable active service under the legacy retirement program; the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 89 CBP FOIA 004659 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000189 Page 394 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information formula is 2.0 percent for those covered under BRS. The retired pay base depends upon the date of initial entry into military service (DIEMS). For DIEMS of September 8, 1980, or later, the retired pay base would be the mean of the highest 36 months of basic pay earned (or would have earned if on active duty). For DIEMS of September 7, 1980, or earlier, the retired pay base would be the basic pay rate in effect on the first day of retirement (if a commissioned officer or an enlisted member) or the basic pay rate in effect on the last day of active duty before retirement (if a warrant officer). Personnel who became members after August 1, 1986, may elect to receive a $30,000 career status bonus after 15 years of service in return for reductions in retired pay. The career status bonus election cannot be made after December 31, 2017. If a USCG member is disabled, the member is entitled to disability benefits, provided (1) the disability is at least 30 percent under a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Schedule of Rating Disability and (2) the disability results from injuries or illnesses incurred in the line of duty. Disability retired pay is equal to the basic pay (as of the separation date) multiplied by the larger of the VA disability rating or 2.5 percent times the years of creditable service (2.0 percent for members covered under BRS). The significant actuarial assumptions used to compute the accrued pension and healthcare liability are as follows: 1. DOD decrement tables are used only for mortality. These mortality rates are then adjusted in future years, in accordance with the MP-2016 Mortality Improvement Scale developed by the Society of Actuaries. Disability, withdrawal, and retirement tables reflecting actual USCG experience were developed based on an USCG experience study dated February 25, 2015. 2. Cost of living increases for the retirement plan are 2.38 percent, based on a ten-year average of the Treasury Breakeven Inflation yield curve, which combines other Treasury rates to estimate the rate of inflation. 3. Healthcare cost increase assumptions are based on the annual liability report provided by DOD and vary, depending on the year and type of care. 4. The discount rate percent is determined in accordance with SFFAS No. 33 and is calculated independently for pensions and healthcare. The current discount rate is 3.83 percent for the retirement system and 3.79 percent for the health system. 5. Rates of salary increases are 2.10 percent annually, based on a ten-year average of past increases. This is in addition to assumed Merit Pay increases that reflect longevity increases, promotions, and advancements. The Merit Pay Table was modified in 2017, using actual USCG experience over the past six years. 6. Medical claims costs only affect the healthcare valuation and are the primary component of the per capita, age-based costs that are used--in combination with the healthcare cost increase assumptions--to project future retiree medical claims. USSS Uniformed Division and Special Agent Pension. Special agents and other USSS personnel in certain job series hired as civilians before January 1, 1984, are eligible to transfer to the District of Columbia Police Officers' and Firefighters' Retirement Plan (DC Pension Plan) after completion of 10 years of U.S. Secret Service employment and 10 years of protectionrelated experience. All uniformed USSS officers who were hired before January 1, 1984, are automatically covered under this retirement system. Participants in the DC Pension Plan make contributions of 7 percent of base pay with no matching contribution made by USSS. - 90 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004660 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000190 Page 395 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Annuitants of this plan receive benefit payments directly from the DC Pension Plan. USSS reimburses the District of Columbia for the difference between benefits provided to the annuitants and payroll contributions received from current employees. This liability is presented as a component of the liability for military service and other retirement benefits in the accompanying Balance Sheet. SFFAS No. 5 requires the administrative entity (administrator) to report the actuarial liability. However, USSS records a liability because the administrator (the DC Pension Plan) is not a federal entity and as such the liability for future funding would not otherwise be recorded in the government-wide consolidated financial statements. The primary actuarial assumptions used to determine the liability at September 30, 2017, are as follows: 1. Life expectancy is based upon the RP-2014 Mortality Table, with the projection using the MP-2016 Mortality Improvement Scale. 2. Rates of salary increases are 0 percent annually because the vast majority of plan participants have already retired. 3. The discount rate calculated in accordance with SFFAS No. 33 is 2.5 percent. 4. Rates of withdrawal for active service by gender and age. B. Actuarial FECA Liability The actuarial FECA liability represents the estimated liability for future workers' compensation and includes the expected liability for death, disability, medical, and miscellaneous costs for approved cases. Future workers' compensation estimates for the future cost of approved compensation cases, which are generated from an application of actuarial procedures developed by DOL, were approximately $2,882 million and $2,752 million at September 30, 2017 and 2016, respectively. 17. Environmental and Disposal Liabilities Environmental and disposal liabilities at September 30, 2017 and 2016 are $437 million and $454 million, respectively. The Department is responsible for remediating its sites with environmental contamination and is party to various administrative proceedings, legal actions, and tort claims that may result in settlements or decisions adverse to the Federal Government. The source of remediation requirements to determine the environmental liability is based on compliance with federal, state, or local environmental laws and regulations. The major federal laws covering environmental response, cleanup, and monitoring are the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 (Pub. L. 96-510) and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (Pub. L. 94-580). The Department's environmental liabilities are due to light stations, lighthouses, long-range navigation, fuel storage tanks, underground storage tanks, buildings containing asbestos and/or lead-based paint, firing ranges, fuels, solvents, industrial chemicals, and other environmental cleanup associated with normal operations. Asbestos-related liabilities are those for the abatement of both friable and nonfriable asbestos. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 91 CBP FOIA 004661 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000191 Page 396 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Cost estimates for environmental and disposal liabilities are subject to revision as a result of changes in inflation, technology, environmental laws and regulations, and plans for disposal. 18. Other Liabilities Other Liabilities consisted of the following (in millions): As of September 30, 2017: NonCurrent Current Total Intragovernmental: Due to the General Fund (Note 14) $ Accrued FECA Liability (Note 14) 3,020 $ - $ 3,020 148 259 407 37 - 37 Employer Benefits Contributions and Payroll Taxes 241 - 241 Other Intragovernmental Liabilities 222 7 229 Advances from Others Total Intragovernmental Other Liabilities $ 3,668 $ 266 $ 3,934 $ 2,276 $ - $ 2,276 Public: Accrued Payroll and Benefits (See B. below) Deferred Revenue and Advances from Others (See B. below) Insurance Liabilities (Note 20) Refunds and Drawbacks Contingent Legal Liabilities (Note 21) Capital Lease Liability (Note 19) Other - 92 - 5,589 210 5,799 11,826 505 12,331 202 - 202 87 386 473 5 23 28 2,569 11 2,580 Total Other Liabilities with the Public $ 22,554 $ 1,135 $ 23,689 Total Other Liabilities $ 26,222 $ 1,401 $ 27,623 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004662 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000192 Page 397 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information As of September 30, 2016: NonCurrent Current Total Intragovernmental: Due to the General Fund $ 3,098 $ - $ 3,098 Accrued FECA Liability 133 269 402 Advances from Others 65 - 65 Employer Benefits Contributions and Payroll Taxes 223 - 223 Other Intragovernmental Liabilities 199 8 207 Total Intragovernmental Other Liabilities $ 3,718 $ 277 $ 3,995 $ 2,114 $ - $ 2,114 Public: Accrued Payroll and Benefits (See B. below) Deferred Revenue and Advances from Others (See B. below) 2,568 1,227 3,795 Insurance Liabilities (Note 20) 3,068 128 3,196 190 - 190 77 292 369 5 27 32 2,432 20 2,452 Refunds and Drawbacks Contingent Legal Liabilities (Note 21) Capital Lease Liability (Note 19) Other Total Other Liabilities with the Public $ 10,454 $ 1,694 $ 12,148 Total Other Liabilities $ 14,172 $ 1,971 $ 16,143 A. Intragovernmental Other Liabilities Due to the General Fund. Amounts due to the Treasury general fund primarily represent duty, tax, and fees collected by CBP to be remitted to various general fund accounts maintained by Treasury. Workers' Compensation. Claims incurred for the benefit of Department employees under FECA are administered by DOL and are ultimately paid by the Department. The accrued FECA liability represents money owed for current claims. Reimbursement to DOL for payments made occurs approximately two years subsequent to the actual disbursement. Budgetary resources for this intragovernmental liability are made available to the Department as part of its annual appropriation from Congress in the year in which the reimbursement takes place. Workers' compensation expense was $207 million and $217 million, respectively, for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2017 and 2016. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 93 CBP FOIA 004663 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000193 Page 398 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information B. Other Liabilities with the Public Accrued Payroll and Benefits. Accrued Payroll and Benefits at September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): 2017 Accrued Funded Payroll and Benefits $ 753 Accrued Unfunded Leave Other $ $ 640 1,412 1,372 - 2 111 100 Unfunded Employment Related Liabilities Total Accrued Payroll and Benefits 2016 2,276 $ 2,114 Deferred Revenue and Advances from Others. Deferred Revenue and Advances from Others for the years ended September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): 2017 USCIS Application Fees $ FEMA Unearned NFIP Premium Advances from Others Total Deferred Revenue $ 2016 2,166 $ 1,230 3,604 2,549 29 16 5,799 $ 3,795 USCIS' deferred revenue relates to fees received at the time of filing for applications or petitions for immigration and naturalization benefits that are recognized when the application or petition is adjudicated. In FY 2017, USCIS prospectively changed its methodology for allocating application fee deferred revenue between current and non-current liabilities to be based on processing time data for average adjudication times. As a result, a significant portion of the fees deferred revenue is classified as current rather than non-current liabilities, based on processing times of less than 12 months. FEMA's deferred revenue relates to 1) unearned NFIP premiums recognized over the life of the insurance policy, which can be either one-year or three-years, and 2) deferred revenue for reinsurance agreements. Under the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012 and the Homeowners Flood Insurance Affordability Act of 2014, FEMA gained the authority to secure reinsurance from the private reinsurance and capital markets. In January 2017, FEMA expanded its September 2016 placement and executed the 2017 reinsurance agreement with a consortium of 25 reinsurers representing some of the largest insurance and reinsurance groups around the globe. A combined total of $1,042 million of the NFIP's flood risk was transferred to the private reinsurance market through this agreement. Due to the size and scope of the 2017 hurricane-related flood disasters, FEMA is projected to meet the loss thresholds and has accordingly recorded a receivable and deferred revenue for the full $1,042 million as of September 30, 2017. Other Liabilities. Other public liabilities consist primarily of immigration bonds, deposit and suspense fund liability. - 94 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004664 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000194 Page 399 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 19. Leases A. Operating Leases The Department leases various facilities and equipment accounted for as operating leases. Leased items consist of offices, warehouses, vehicles, and other equipment. The majority of office space occupied by the Department is either owned by the Federal Government or is leased by GSA from commercial sources. The estimated future lease payments for noncancellable operating leases are based on lease contract terms, considering payments made during the year ended September 30, 2017. As of September 30, 2017, estimated future minimum lease commitments for noncancellable operating leases were as follows (in millions): Land and Buildings FY 2018 FY 2019 FY 2020 FY 2021 FY 2022 After FY 2022 Total Future Minimum Lease Payments $ 480 423 401 365 326 2,534 $ 4,529 The Department also enters into cancellable lease agreements with GSA for which lease terms frequently exceed one year. The Department is not committed to continue paying rent to GSA beyond the period occupied, providing that proper advance notice to GSA is made, unless the space occupied is designated as unique to Department operations. However, the Department normally continues to occupy the leased space from GSA for an extended period of time with little variation from year to year. Lease charges are adjusted annually to reflect operating costs incurred by GSA. B. Capital Leases The Department maintains capital leases for buildings and commercial software license agreements. The liabilities associated with capital leases and software license agreements are presented as other liabilities in the accompanying financial statements based upon the present value of the future minimum lease payments. Certain license agreements are cancellable depending on future funding. Substantially all of the net present value of capital lease obligations and software license agreements will be funded from future sources. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 95 CBP FOIA 004665 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000195 Page 400 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information As of September 30, the summary of assets under capital lease was as follows (in millions): 2017 Land and Buildings Software Vehicles and Equipment Accumulated Amortization Assets under Capital Lease, Net $ 2016 68 11 1 (61) 19 $ $ $ 68 11 1 (57) 23 The estimated future lease payments for capital leases are based on lease contract terms. As of September 30, 2017, estimated future minimum lease payments under capital leases, were as follows (in millions): FY 2018 Land and Buildings $ 6 FY 2019 6 FY 2020 6 FY 2021 6 FY 2022 6 After FY 2022 Total Future Minimum Lease Payments 3 Less: Imputed Interest and Executory Costs Total Capital Lease Liability 33 (5) $ 28 20. Insurance Liabilities The insurance liability for unpaid losses and related loss adjustment expenses and amounts paid for the year ended September 30 consisted of the following (in millions): 2017 Beginning Balance $ 3,196 2016 $ 743 Change in Incurred Losses Change from Events of the Current Year 13,443 4,758 487 212 Paid for Events of the Current Year (1,391) (1,942) Paid for Events of Prior Years (3,404) (575) Change from Events of Prior Years Less: Amounts Paid During Current Period Total Insurance Liability - 96 - $ 12,331 $ 3,196 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004666 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000196 Page 401 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Insurance liabilities consist of NFIP claim activity. This claim activity represents an estimate of NFIP loss and loss adjustment expense factors inherent in the NFIP insurance underwriting operations experience and expectations. Estimation factors used by the insurance underwriting operations reflect current case basis estimates and give effect to estimates of trends in claim severity and frequency. These estimates are periodically reviewed, and adjustments, reflected in current operations, are made as necessary. Insurance liabilities are covered by a permanent and indefinite appropriation, which is available to pay all valid claims after adjudication. Accordingly, these insurance liabilities are covered by budgetary resources. As a result of the major Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria in August and September 2017, and the related flooding, there was a significant increase in insurance liabilities. 21. Commitments and Contingent Liabilities A. Contingent Legal Liabilities The Department is a party in various administrative proceedings, legal actions, and tort claims that may ultimately result in settlements or decisions adverse to the Federal Government. These contingent liabilities arise in the normal course of operations, and their ultimate disposition is unknown. In the opinion of the Department's management and legal counsel, based on information currently available, the expected outcome of legal actions, individually or in the aggregate, are summarized in the categories below (in millions). Accrued Liabilities Estimated Range of Loss Lower End Upper End FY 2017 Probable Reasonably Possible $ 473 $ $ 473 457 $ $ 584 1,217 FY 2016 Probable Reasonably Possible $ 369 $ $ 369 521 $ $ 551 1,075 The claims above generally relate to the Federal Tort Claims Act (Pub. L. 79-601), OSLTF, personnel grievances, and various customs laws and regulations. The estimated contingent liability recorded in the accompanying financial statements as of September 30, 2017, and 2016, was $473 million and $369 million, respectively, of which $2 million and $4 million, respectively, was funded. As of September 30, 2017, and 2016, legal claims exist for which the potential range of loss could not be determined; however, the total amount claimed is not material to the financial statements. In addition, other claims exist for which the amount claimed and the potential range of loss could not be determined. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 97 CBP FOIA 004667 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000197 Page 402 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information B. Duty and Trade Refunds There are various trade-related matters that fall under the jurisdiction of other federal agencies, such as the Department of Commerce, which may result in refunds of duties, taxes, and fees from CBP refunds and drawbacks. Until a decision is reached by the other federal agencies, CBP does not have sufficient information to estimate a contingent liability amount. All known duty and trade refunds as of September 30, 2017 and 2016 have been recorded. C. Loaned Aircraft and Equipment The Department is generally liable to DOD for damage or loss to aircraft on loan to CBP and vessels on loan to the USCG. As of September 30, 2017 and 2016, CBP had 16 aircraft on loan from DOD with a total replacement value of up to $23 million per aircraft. As of September 30, 2017, and 2016 the USCG had four vessels on loan from DOD with a total replacement value of $48 million. D. Other Contractual Arrangements In addition to future lease commitments disclosed in Note 19, the Department is committed under contractual agreements for goods and services that have been ordered but not yet received (undelivered orders) at fiscal year-end. Aggregate undelivered orders for all Department activities are disclosed in Note 28. In accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1991 (Pub. L. 101-510), the Department is required to automatically cancel obligated and unobligated balances of appropriated funds five years after a fund expires. Obligations that have not been paid at the time an appropriation is cancelled may be paid from an unexpired appropriation that is available for the same general purpose. As of September 30, 2017 and 2016, the Department estimates total payments related to cancelled appropriations to be $213 million and $194 million, respectively, of which $162 million and $112 million, respectively, may require future funding. TSA maintains five letters of intent (LOIs) for modifications to airport facilities in which TSA uses cost-sharing agreements with the airports to modify the facilities for checked baggage screening projects. An LOI, though not a binding commitment of federal funding, represents TSA's intent to provide the agreed-upon funds in future years if the agency receives sufficient appropriations to cover the agreement. TSA received $200 million to fund LOIs in each of FY 2017 and FY 2016. These funds are available for payment to the airports upon approval by TSA of an invoice for the modification costs incurred. As of September 30, 2017 and 2016, TSA received invoices or documentation for costs incurred totaling $40 million and $85 million, respectively, for unpaid invoices. - 98 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004668 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000198 Page 403 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 22. Funds from Dedicated Collections SFFAS No. 27, Identifying and Reporting Earmarked Funds, as amended by SFFAS No. 43, Funds from Dedicated Collections: Amending Statement of Federal Financial Accounting Standards 27, defines the following three critieria for determining a fund from dedicated collections: 1) a statute committing the Federal Government to use specifically identifed revenue and/or other financing sources that are originally provided to the Federal Government by a non-federal source only for designated activities, benefits, or purposes; 2) explicit authority for the fund to retain revenue and/or other financing sources not used in the current period for future use to finance the designated activities, benefits, or purposes; and 3) a requirement to account for and report on the receipt, use, and retention of the revenue and/or other financing sources that distinguished the fund from the Federal Government's general revenue. A fund from dedicated collection may contain non-federal sources of revenue and other financing sources that are material to the reporting entity provided it meets the criteria reported above. Intradepartmental activity reported in a fund from dedicated collection is often offset with activity in other funds. Accordingly, the Department presents information for funds from dedicated collections and all other funds in the Balance Sheets and Statements of Changes in Net Position on a combined basis. The elimination of intradepartmental activity between dedicated collections and all other funds is presented in the Statements of Changes of Net Position. Funds from dedicated collections consisted of the following (in millions): U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 99 CBP FOIA 004669 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000199 Page 404 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Funds from Dedicated Collections (in millions) (page 1 of 2) Sport Fish National Restoration Immigration Flood Customs Boating Examinatio Insurance User Fees Trust Fund n Fees Program Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund Balance Sheet as of September 30, 2017 ASSETS Fund Balance with Treasury $ 423 $ Investments, Net Accounts Receivable 346 Other Total Assets $ 769 $ 9 $ 1,928 109 2,046 $ 2,628 7 595 3,230 $ LIABILITIES Other Liabilities Total Liabilities $ $ 17 $ 17 $ 1,244 $ 1,244 $ 2,663 2,663 $ 46,796 $ $ 46,796 $ NET POSITION Cumulative Results of Operations Total Liabilities and Net Position $ 752 $ $ 769 $ 802 $ 2,046 $ 567 3,230 $ All Other Funds from Dedicated Collections $ $ 1,407 11 1,418 199 199 $ $ $ (37,353) $ 7,123 $ 9,443 $ 7,322 $ 15,857 $ (4,326) $ 11,531 $ Combined Funds from Dedicated Collections $ 1,525 3 124 42 1,694 $ 13,580 7,614 3,217 1,511 $ 25,922 244 244 $ $ 74 74 $ 51,237 $ 51,237 $ $ 1,174 1,418 $ $ 1,620 1,694 $ (25,315) $ 25,922 52 (31) 21 $ 199 (250) (51) $ 1,428 (694) 734 $ 22,157 (8,246) $ 13,911 $ (25,827) $ 6,615 (11,531) (21) 2 642 3 (113) (11,526) 508 $ (37,353) $ 7,123 $ 1,193 51 (70) (19) 1,174 $ 1,492 (734) 382 480 128 1,620 $ (13,840) (13,911) 2,468 (32) (11,475) $ (25,315) $ 7,539 $ 49 5,683 1,043 1,588 861 2 9,443 $ 7,322 Aviation Security Capital Fund Statement of Net Cost for the Year Ended September 30, 2017 Gross Program Costs Less: Earned Revenue Net Cost of Operations $ 716 $ $ 716 $ 111 $ 3,794 (2,945) 111 $ 849 $ $ Statement of Changes in Net Position for the Year Ended September 30, 2017 Net Position Beginning of Period Net Cost of Operations Non-exchange Revenue Other Change in Net Position Net Position, End of Period - 100 - $ 647 $ (716) 806 15 105 $ 752 $ 792 $ (111) 636 (515) 10 802 $ 1,248 (849) 168 (681) 567 $ $ FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004670 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000200 Page 405 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Funds from Dedicated Collections (in millions) (page 2 of 2) Sport Fish National Restoration Immigration Flood Customs Boating Examination Insurance User Fees Trust Fund Fees Program Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund Balance Sheet as of September 30, 2016 ASSETS Fund Balance with Treasury $ 330 $ Investments, Net Accounts Receivable 332 Other Total Assets $ 662 $ 15 $ 1,911 109 2,035 $ 2,381 9 489 2,879 $ LIABILITIES Other Liabilities Total Liabilities $ $ 15 $ 15 $ 1,243 $ 1,243 $ 1,631 1,631 $ 28,984 $ $ 28,984 $ NET POSITION Cumulative Results of Operations Total Liabilities and Net Position $ $ 647 $ 662 $ 792 $ 2,035 $ 1,248 2,879 $ All Other Funds from Dedicated Collections Combined Funds from Dedicated Collections $ $ 1,430 8 1,438 $ 1,448 1 95 26 1,570 189 189 $ $ 245 245 $ $ 78 78 $ 32,385 $ 32,385 $ (25,827) $ 6,615 $ 3,157 $ 6,804 $ $ 1,193 1,438 $ $ 1,492 1,570 $ (13,840) $ 18,545 $ $ 181 (250) (69) $ 1,366 (714) 652 $ 12,467 (8,987) $ 3,480 1,216 69 (92) (23) 1,193 $ 1,338 (652) 389 417 154 1,492 $ (13,577) (3,480) 3,293 (76) (263) $ (13,840) $ 1,280 $ 25 1,175 4,973 1 1,804 701 2 3,157 $ 6,804 Aviation Security Capital Fund $ 6,909 8,060 2,350 1,226 $ 18,545 Statement of Net Cost for the Year Ended September 30, 2016 Gross Program Costs Less: Earned Revenue Net Cost of Operations $ $ 677 $ 677 $ 116 $ 3,375 (3,256) 116 $ 119 6,777 $ (25) (4,411) (356) $ 2,366 $ (381) $ $ Statement of Changes in Net Position for the Year Ended September 30, 2016 Net Position Beginning of Period Net Cost of Operations Non-exchange Revenue Other Change in Net Position Net Position, End of Period $ 549 $ (677) 763 12 98 $ 647 $ 801 $ (116) 630 (523) (9) 792 $ 1,200 (119) 167 48 1,248 $ (23,463) $ 4,782 (2,366) 381 1,511 2 (59) (2,364) 1,833 $ (25,827) $ 6,615 $ $ $ U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 101 CBP FOIA 004671 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000201 Page 406 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Customs User Fees When signed in April 1986, COBRA (Pub. L. 99-272) requires CBP to collect user fees for certain services. The law initially established processing fees for air and sea passengers, commercial trucks, rail cars, private vessels and aircraft, commercial vessels, dutiable mail packages, and CBP broker permits. An additional fee category was added later that year for processing barges and bulk carriers for Canada and Mexico. These fees are deposited into Customs User Fees accounts (Treasury Account Fund Symbol (TAFS) 705695.30 and 70X5695). In addition to the collection of user fees, other changes in CBP procedures were enacted due to the COBRA statute. Most importantly, provisions were included for providing nonreimbursable inspectional overtime services and paying for excess pre-clearance costs from COBRA user fee collections. The Customs and Trade Act of 1990 amended COBRA to provide for the hiring of inspectional personnel, the purchasing of equipment, and the covering of related expenses with any surplus monies available after overtime and excess pre-clearance costs are satisfied. Expenditures from the surplus can only be used to enhance the service provided to those functions for which fees are collected. The fees for certain customs services are provided by 19 USC 58c. Effective November 5, 2011, section 601 of the United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act of 2011 (Pub. L. 112-42) lifted the exemption that excluded air and sea passengers from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and adjacent islands, from having to pay the COBRA air, sea, and cruise vessel passenger fees. COBRA Free Trade Agreement fees are deposited in the Customs User Fee accounts, and are available only to the extent provided in annual appropriations acts. Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund The SFRBTF, previously known as the Aquatic Resources Trust Fund, was created by Section 1016 of the Deficit Reduction Act of 1984 (Pub. L. 98-369). Two funds were created under this Act, the Boating Safety Account and the Sport Fish Restoration Account. The Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (Pub. L. 109-59) later amended the Deficit Reduction Act of 1984 by combining the Boating Safety and the Sport Fish Restoration accounts into the SFRBTF. The SFRBTF has been the source of budget authority for the boat safety program for many years through the transfer of appropriated funds. The SFRBTF is a Treasury-managed fund and provides funding to states and other entities to promote boating safety and conservation of U.S. recreational waters. This fund receives revenue transferred from custodial activities of the Treasury, which is deposited in a Treasury account. The revenue is derived from a number of sources, including motor boat fuel tax, excise taxes on sport fishing equipment, and import duties on fishing tackle and yachts. Three agencies share in the available portion of the revenue: Fish and Wildlife Service in the Department of Interior (TAFS 14X8151); the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (TAFS 96X8333); and the USCG (TAFS 70X8149 and TAFS 70X8147). - 102 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004672 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000202 Page 407 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information The most recent reauthorizations of SFRBTF and expenditure of Boating Safety funds for the National Recreational Boating Safety Program were enacted in 2015 in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (Pub. L 114-94), in 2012 in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (Pub. L. 112-141), in 2005 in the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, and Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (Pub. L. 109-59) and the Sportfishing and Recreational Boating Safety Amendments Act of 2005 (Pub. L. 109-74). Immigration Examination Fees In 1988, Congress established the Immigration Examination Fee Account (IEFA), and the fees deposited into the IEFA have been the primary source of funding for providing immigration and naturalization benefits and other benefits as directed by Congress. The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) (Pub. L. 82-414, Section 286(m)) provides for the collection of fees at a level that will ensure recovery of the costs of providing adjudication and naturalization services, including the costs of providing similar services without charge to asylum applicants and other immigrants. The INA also states that the fees may recover administrative costs. This revenue remains available to provide immigration and naturalization benefits and allows the collection, safeguarding, and accounting for fees. The primary sources of revenue are the application and petition fees that are collected during the course of the fiscal year and deposited into the IEFA (TAFS 70X5088). In F 2017, USCIS updated the fees charged for many applications in accordance with our authority, 8 USC 1356 (m) "That fees for providing adjudication and naturalization services may be set at a level that will ensure recovery of the full costs of providing all such services..." In addition, USCIS provides specific services to other federal agencies, such as the provision of immigration status information under the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements program for use in adjudicating individuals' eligibility for public benefits, that results in the collection of revenue arising from intragovernmental activities. National Flood Insurance Program The NFIP was established by the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (Pub. L. 90-448). The purpose of NFIP is to better indemnify individuals for flood losses through insurance, reduce future flood damages through state and community floodplain management regulations, and reduce federal expenditures for disaster assistance and flood control. The Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 (Pub. L. 93-234) expanded the authority of FEMA and its use of the NFIP to grant premium subsidies as an additional incentive to encourage widespread state, community, and property owner acceptance of the program requirements. The National Flood Insurance Reform Act of 1994 (Pub. L. 103-325) reinforced the objective of using insurance as the preferred mechanism for disaster assistance by expanding mandatory flood insurance purchase requirements and by effecting a prohibition on further flood disaster assistance for any property where flood insurance, after having been mandated as a condition for receiving disaster assistance, is not in force. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 103 CBP FOIA 004673 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000203 Page 408 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information The Bunning-Bereuter-Blumenauer Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2004 (Pub. L. 108-264) provides additional tools for addressing the impact of repetitive loss properties on the National Flood Insurance Fund. The Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012 (Pub. L. 112-141) and the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act of 2014 (Pub. L. 113-89) amended the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to extend the NFIP, the financing for it, and established a National Flood Insurance Reserve Fund to meet the expected future obligations of the NFIP. The acts authorized FEMA to secure reinsurance coverage from private reinsurance and capital markets to maintain the financial ability of the program to pay claims from major flooding events. The reinsurance agreement places the NFIP in a better position to manage losses incurred that result from major flooding events. The NFIP is an insurance program for which the Department pays claims to policyholders that experience flood damage due to flooding within the NFIP rules and regulations. The write your own (WYO) companies that participate in the program have authority to use departmental funds (revenue and other financing sources) to respond to the obligations to the policyholders. Congress has mandated that the premium collections be used only to pay claims and claimsrelated loss adjustment expenses caused by flooding. The NFIP requires all partners (WYO companies) in the program to submit financial statements and statistical data to the third party service providers on a monthly basis. This information is reconciled, and the WYO companies are required to correct any variances. The NFIP's primary source of revenue comes from premiums collected to insure policyholders' property. These resources are inflows to the Government and are not the result of intragovernmental flows. When claims exceed revenue, FEMA has borrowing authority that can be accessed to satisfy outstanding claims. The following TAFS are part of the NFIP: 70X4236, and 70X5701. Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund The OSLTF was originally established under section 9509 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA) (Pub. L. 101-380) authorized the use of the money or the collection of revenue necessary for its maintenance. Fund uses defined by the OPA include removal costs incurred by the USCG and the Environmental Protection Agency; state access for removal activities; payments to federal, state, and Indian tribe trustees to conduct natural resource damage assessments and restorations; payment of claims for uncompensated removal costs and damages; costs and expenses reasonably necessary for the implementation of OPA (subject to congressional appropriations); and other specific appropriations by the Congress. The OSLTF includes two major funds managed by the USCG: the Principal Fund (TAFS 70X8185), and Payment of Claims (TAFS 70X8312). All revenue is deposited directly into the Principal Fund. The recurring and nonrecurring revenue is derived from a number of sources, including barrel tax, interest from U.S. Treasury investments, cost recoveries, and fines and penalties. Additionally, two of the six expenditure accounts are managed by the - 104 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004674 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000204 Page 409 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information USCG. These include Oil Spill Recovery (TAFS 70X8349) and Trust Fund Share of Expenses (TAFS 70_8314). Oil Spill Recovery funds the activities overseen by federal on-scene coordinators in response to covered discharges and the activities of federal trustees to initiate natural resource damage assessments. This account annually receives a $50 million appropriation that remains available until expended. Trust Fund Share of Expenses receives annual appropriations from the OSLTF that are then distributed to the USCG Operating Expenses; Acquisition, Construction and Improvements; and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation appropriations. By statute, the maximum amount that can be expended from the OSLTF with respect to any single incident shall not exceed $1,000 million, of which no more than $500 million may be spent on natural resource damage. The maximum amount expended with respect to a single incident is net of amounts expended and amounts recovered. On April 20, 2010, the offshore drilling platform, Deepwater Horizon, exploded and sank 52 miles southeast of Venice, Louisiana. An estimated 4.9 million barrels of oil leaked from the sunken platform's undersea ruptured pipe. The states of Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, and Texas were affected by the spill. On April 4, 2016, the U.S. District Court approved a settlement plan between the Department of Justice and BP. The consent decree requires BP to pay a penalty to the U.S. Government under a 15-year payment plan that requires annual payments beginning on April 4, 2017. Of the total amount owed to the U.S. Government, the OSLTF will receive a total of $935 million plus interest. The final installment payment will be the accrued interest of $60 million. In addition, BP was assessed $374 million for unpaid costs and damages paid from the OSLTF through July 2, 2015, to be paid in annual installments over eight years beginning in 2016. No interest will be accrued on this amount. Although the Consent Decree has been approved, USCG has the authority to bill BP for response costs incurred since July 2, 2015 (the cutoff date for the Consent Decree), until all USCG federal on-scene coordinators response actions are complete. Contingent Liabilities. The OSLTF, which is administered by the USCG National Pollution Funds Center (NPFC), may be available to pay claims for OPA specified costs and damages, not paid by BP, or another responsible party. Under OPA, claimants are required to present their claims first to the responsible parties (or the Gulf Coast Claims Facility for Deepwater Horizon costs); if the responsible party is not identified or denies the claims, the claimant may then file an action in court or file a claim against the OSLTF through the NPFC. For additional information, see Note 21, Commitments and Contingencies. Aviation Security Capital Fund Vision 100--Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act (Pub. L. 108-176) established the Aviation Security Capital Fund (TAFS 70X5385). The fund's revenue is derived from security service fees in accordance with 49 USC 44940. Annually, the first $250 million derived from Aviation Security fees are deposited into this fund. TSA provides funding to airport sponsors for projects to (1) replace baggage conveyer systems related to aviation security, (2) reconfigure terminal baggage areas as needed to install explosives detection systems (EDS), (3) deploy EDS behind the ticket counter, in the baggage sorting area, or in line with the baggage handling system, and (4) make other airport security capital improvements. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 105 CBP FOIA 004675 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000205 Page 410 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information All Other Funds from Dedicated Collections The balances and activity reported for all other funds from dedicated collections result from the funds listed below. Information related to these funds can be located in the Department's appropriations legislation or the statutes referenced. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? - 106 - 70_0715: Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Homeland Security; 117 Stat. 516 70X0715: Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Homeland Security; 117 Stat. 516 70X5089: U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Land Border Inspection Fees, Border and Transportation Security, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70_5087: U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Immigration User Fees, Border and Transportation Security, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70X5087: U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Immigration User Fees, Border and Transportation Security, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70X5126: Breach Bond/Detention Fund, Border and Transportation Security, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70X5378: Student and Exchange Visitor Program, Border and Transportation Security, Department of Homeland Security; 110 Stat. 3009-706, Sec. (e)(4)(B) 70X5382: Immigration User Fee Account, BICE, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70_5389: H-1B and L Fraud Prevention and Detection Account, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service, Department of Homeland Security; 118 Stat. 3357, Sec. 426(b)(1) 70X5389: H-1B and L Fraud Prevention and Detection Account, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service, Department of Homeland Security; 118 Stat. 3357, Sec. 426(b)(1) 70X5390: Unclaimed Checkpoint Money, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security; 118 Stat. 1317-1318, Sec.515(a) 70X5451: Immigration Enforcement Account, Border and Transportation Security, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70X5542: Detention and Removal Operations, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security; 8 USC 1356(m)-(n); Pub. L. 107-296, Sec. 476c 70X5545: Airport Checkpoint Screening Fund, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security; Pub. L. 110-161 70X5595: Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) Fees, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security; Pub. L. 110-53, 121 Stat. 344; Pub. L. 111-145, 124 Stat. 56 70_5694: User Fees, Small Airports, U.S. Customs Service, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70X5694: User Fees, Small Airports, U.S. Customs Service, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70X8244: Gifts and Donations, Department Management, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70X8533: General Gift Fund, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004676 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000206 Page 411 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 70X8870: Harbor Maintenance Fee Collection, U.S. Customs Service, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70_5106: H-1 B Nonimmigrant Petitioner Account, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70X5106: H-1 B Nonimmigrant Petitioner Account, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70X8360: Gifts and Bequests, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Department of Homeland Security; 116 Stat. 2135 70X5543: International Registered Traveler Program Fund, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security; 121 Stat. 2091-2092 70_5710: Coast Guard Housing Fund, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security, 14 USC 687(c) 70X5710: Coast Guard Housing Fund, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security, 14 USC 687(c) 70X5569: Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Travel Cards, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security, 125 Stat. 551 70X4363: Enhanced Inspectional Services, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security, 127 Stat. 378 70X5702: 9-11 Response and Biometric Exit Account, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security, Pub. L. 114-113, Sec. 402(g) 70_5677: Abandoned Seafarers Fund, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security, 128 Stat. 3051 70X5677: Abandoned Seafarers Fund, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security, 128 Stat. 3051 70X1910: Citizenship Gift and Bequest Account, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Department of Homeland Security, 131 Stat. 422 U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 107 CBP FOIA 004677 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000207 Page 412 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 23. Net Costs by Sub-Organization and Major Missions The Department's Statement of Net Cost displays DHS costs and revenue and groups the missions and the focus area described in the DHS FY 2014-2018 Strategic Plan into four major missions: ? Foster a Safe and Secure Homeland, includes Missions 1, 2, and 4; ? Enforce and Administer Our Immigration Laws includes Mission 3; ? Strengthen National Preparedness and Resilience includes Mission 5; and ? Mature and Strengthen Homeland Security consists of the focus area. Net cost of operations is the gross (i.e., total) cost incurred by the Department, excluding any gains and losses from changes in long-term assumptions used to measure federal civilian and military employee pensions, ORB, and OPEB, including veterans' compensation, less any exchange (i.e., earned) revenue. Gains and losses from changes in long-term assumptions used to measure federal civilian and military employee pensions, ORB, and OPEB are reported on a separate line item in accordance with SFFAS No. 33. Intragovernmental costs represent exchange transactions made between two reporting entities within the Federal Government and are presented separately from costs with the public (exchange transactions made between the reporting entity and a non-federal entity). Intragovernmental exchange revenue is disclosed separately from exchange revenue with the public. The criteria used for this classification requires that the intragovernmental expenses relate to the source of goods and services purchased by the reporting entity and not to the classification of related revenue. For example, with "exchange revenue with the public," the buyer of the goods or services is a non-federal entity. With "intragovernmental costs," the buyer and seller are both federal entities. If a federal entity purchases goods or services from another federal entity and sells them to the public, the exchange revenue would be classified as "with the public," but the related costs would be classified as "intragovernmental." The purpose of this classification is to enable the Federal Government to provide consolidated financial statements, and not to match public and intragovernmental revenue with costs that are incurred to produce public and intragovernmental revenue. To more accurately reflect the actual costs incurred by each of the major missions, the Department is presenting the net costs by Component and major missions, net of eliminations. The "All Other" column reports net costs for the following Components: DNDO, FLETC, NPPD, OHA, OIG, S&T, USSS, I&A, and OPS. - 108 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004678 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000208 Page 413 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Net Costs by Sub-Organization and Major Missions For the Year Ended September 30, 2017 (in millions) (page 1 of 2) Major Missions Foster a Safe and Secure Homeland Intragovernmental Gross Cost Public Gross Cost Gross Cost Intragovernmental Revenue Public Revenue Earned Less Revenue Earned Net Cost Enforce and Administer Our Immigration Laws Intragovernmental Gross Cost Public Gross Cost Gross Cost Intragovernmental Revenue E Public Revenue Earned Less Revenue Earned Net Cost Strengthen National Preparedness and Resilience Intragovernmental Gross Cost Public Gross Cost Gross Cost Intragovernmental Revenue E Public Revenue Earned Less Revenue Earned Net Cost FEMA CBP USCG 1,101 $ 6,553 7,654 (107) (73) (180) 7,474 ICE TSA $ - $ 3,341 $ 8,458 11,799 (60) (126) (186) 11,613 $ - $ - 693 $ 1,560 2,253 (10) (35) (45) 2,208 142 $ 856 998 (14) (9) (23) 975 987 $ 3,821 4,808 (45) (25) (70) 4,738 $ 1,711 $ 26,316 28,027 (35) (4,368) (4,403) 23,624 - $ - 157 $ 939 1,096 (14) (13) (27) 1,069 1 $ 3 4 4 USCIS 596 $ 1,815 $ 1,340 6,097 1,936 7,912 (8) (105) (4,046) (113) (4,046) 1,823 3,866 MGMT - $ - - $ 1,118 $ 2,219 3,337 (12) (2,953) (2,965) 372 - - $ - - $ - All Other Total - $ 1,552 $ 8,405 26,790 4,342 35,195 5,894 (1,300) (1,125) (4,353) (3) (5,653) (1,128) 4,766 29,542 2 $ 6 8 8 16 $ 2,958 8,643 181 11,601 197 (86) (5) (3,022) (3,108) (5) 192 8,493 - $ - 169 $ 2,038 27,440 182 29,478 351 (3) (52) (4,382) (1) (4,434) (4) 347 25,044 U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 109 CBP FOIA 004679 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000209 Page 414 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Net Costs by Sub-Organization and Major Missions For the Year Ended September 30, 2017 (in millions) (page 2 of 2) Major Missions Mature and Strengthen Homeland Security Intragovernmental Gross Cost Public Gross Cost Gross Cost Intragovernmental Revenue Public Revenue Earned Less Revenue Earned Net Cost Total Department of Homeland Security Intragovernmental Gross Cost Public Gross Cost Gross Cost Intragovernmental Revenue E Public Revenue Earned Less Revenue Earned Net Cost Before (Gain)/Loss on Pension, ORB, or OPEB Assumption Changes (Gain)/Loss on Pension, ORB, or OPEB Assumption N 16) NET Ch COST OF OPERATIONS - 110 - FEMA $ $ CBP - $ - USCG - $ - 228 $ 1,294 1,522 (7) (46) (53) 1,469 ICE 46 $ 128 174 (2) (4) (6) 168 TSA USCIS - $ - MGMT 170 $ 327 497 (1) (509) (510) (13) All Other 541 $ 946 1,487 (2) (2) 1,485 200 $ 529 729 (19) (1) (20) 709 Total 1,185 3,224 4,409 (31) (560) (591) 3,818 1,711 $ 4,034 $ 1,628 $ 10,018 9,642 26,316 14,052 11,270 28,027 (70) (142) (35) (161) (141) (4,368) (231) (283) (4,403) 1,630 $ 1,815 $ 1,288 $ 5,292 6,097 2,546 6,922 7,912 3,834 (55) (13) (134) (4,046) (3,462) (189) (4,046) (3,475) 543 $ 1,937 $ 14,586 952 66,097 5,234 1,495 80,683 7,171 (2) (1,469) (1,152) (12,317) (5) (2) (13,786) (1,157) 23,624 6,733 3,866 359 1,493 6,014 6,733 $ 3,866 $ 359 $ 1,493 $ (268) (494) 5,746 $ 66,403 13,821 10,987 (226) $ 23,624 $ 13,821 $ 10,761 $ 66,897 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004680 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000210 Page 415 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Net Costs by Sub-Organization and Major Missions For the Year Ended September 30, 2016 (in millions) (page 1 of 2) Major Missions FEMA CBP USCG ICE TSA USCIS MGMT All Other Total Foster a Safe & Secure Homeland Intragovernmental Gross Cost Public Gross Cost Gross Cost Intragovernmental Revenue E Public Revenue Earned Less Revenue Earned Net Cost Enforce and Administer Our Immigration Laws Intragovernmental Gross Cost Public Gross Cost Gross Cost Intragovernmental Revenue Public Revenue Earned Less Revenue Earned Net Cost Strengthen National Preparedness and Resilience Intragovernmental Gross Cost Public Gross Cost Gross Cost Intragovernmental Revenue E Public Revenue Earned Less Revenue Earned Net Cost $ - $ 3,466 $ 8,539 12,005 (49) (148) (197) 11,808 1,165 $ 6,585 7,750 (116) (334) (450) 7,300 648 $ 1,840 $ 1,377 6,131 2,025 7,971 (32) (115) (4,044) (147) (4,044) 1,878 3,927 $ - $ - 596 $ 1,254 1,850 (9) (28) (37) 1,813 172 $ 979 1,151 (17) (49) (66) 1,085 903 $ 3,691 4,594 (15) (34) (49) 4,545 $ 1,201 $ 16,677 17,878 (47) (4,443) (4,490) 13,388 - $ - 163 $ 931 1,094 (15) (44) (59) 1,035 1 $ 3 4 4 - $ - - $ 1,133 $ 2,239 3,372 (10) (3,756) (3,766) (394) - - $ - - $ - - $ 1,303 $ 8,422 26,639 4,007 35,061 5,310 (1,264) (1,067) (4,645) (4) (5,909) (1,071) 4,239 29,152 1 $ 4 5 5 13 $ 2,818 8,315 148 11,133 161 (56) (5) (3,867) (3,923) (5) 156 7,210 - $ - 149 $ 1,514 17,790 179 19,304 328 (3) (65) (4,488) (1) (4,553) (4) 324 14,751 U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 111 CBP FOIA 004681 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000211 Page 416 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Net Costs by Sub-Organization and Major Missions For the Year Ended September 30, 2016 (in millions) (page 2 of 2) Major Missions Mature and Strengthen Homeland Security Intragovernmental Gross Cost Public Gross Cost Gross Cost Intragovernmental Revenue Public Revenue Earned Less Revenue Earned Net Cost Total Department of Homeland Security Intragovernmental Gross Cost Public Gross Cost Gross Cost Intragovernmental Revenue Public Revenue Earned Less Revenue Earned Net Cost Before (Gain)/Loss on Pension, ORB, or OPEB Assumption Changes (Gain)/Loss on Pension, ORB, or OPEB Assumption N 16) NET Ch COST OF OPERATIONS - 112 - FEMA $ $ CBP - $ - USCG - $ - 232 $ 1,338 1,570 (5) (46) (51) 1,519 ICE TSA 8 $ 31 39 39 USCIS - $ - MGMT 10 $ 19 29 (38) (38) (9) All Other 542 $ 1,062 1,604 (2) (2) 1,602 207 $ 457 664 (22) (1) (23) 641 Total 999 2,907 3,906 (29) (85) (114) 3,792 1,201 $ 4,062 $ 1,732 $ 9,793 9,833 16,677 13,855 11,565 17,878 (58) (153) (47) (176) (473) (4,443) (234) (626) (4,490) 1,560 $ 1,840 $ 1,143 $ 5,102 6,131 2,258 6,662 7,971 3,401 (47) (10) (149) (4,044) (3,794) (196) (4,044) (3,804) 543 $ 1,672 $ 13,753 1,066 55,651 4,791 1,609 69,404 6,463 (2) (1,414) (1,097) (13,085) (6) (2) (14,499) (1,103) 13,388 6,466 3,927 (403) 1,607 5,360 6,466 $ 3,927 $ (403) $ 1,607 $ 43 234 5,403 $ 55,139 13,621 10,939 191 $ 13,388 $ 13,621 $ 11,130 $ 54,905 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004682 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000212 Page 417 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 24. Apportionment Categories of New Obligations and Upward Adjustments: Direct versus Reimbursable Obligations Apportionment categories are determined in accordance with the guidance provided in OMB Circular A-11, Preparation, Submission and Execution of the Budget. Category A represents resources apportioned for calendar quarters. Category B represents resources apportioned for other time periods; for activities, projects, or objectives; or for any combination thereof (in millions). Year Ended September 30, 2017: New Obligations and Upward Adjustments - Direct Apportionment Apportionment Exempt from Category A Category B Apportionment $ New Obligations and Upward Adjustments - Reimbursable Total New Obligations and Upward Adjustments Year Ended September 30, 2016: New Obligations and Upward Adjustments - Direct $ 28,275 2,386 $ 49,013 $ 1,926 2,673 $ 30,948 $ $ 42,387 $ 25,070 2,811 $ 45,198 $ 5,059 1,926 $ $ 27,505 81,887 Total 1,932 2,435 $ 76,828 - Apportionment Apportionment Exempt from Category A Category B Apportionment New Obligations and Upward Adjustments - Reimbursable Total New Obligations and Upward Adjustments 46,627 Total $ 69,389 $ 5,246 1,932 $ 74,635 25. Available Borrowing Authority For the Years Ended September 30: 2017 Beginning Borrowing Authority $ Current Year Borrowing Authority Realized Decrease in Current Year Borrowing Authority Realized Net Current Year Borrowing Authority Realized Less: Borrowing Authority Converted to Cash Less: Borrowing Authority Withdrawn Ending Borrowing Authority $ 2016 5 $ 7 7,454 7,469 (27) (7,468) 7,427 1 (7,427) (1) (1) (2) 4 $ 5 FEMA has borrowing authority to pay insurance claims as part of the NFIP and to finance CDLs under DADLP. Borrowing authority is budget authority enacted by law to permit an agency to borrow money and then obligate and disburse against amounts borrowed for a specified U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 113 CBP FOIA 004683 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000213 Page 418 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information purpose. As of September 30, 2017, and 2016, net current year borrowing authority realized presented in the SBR totaled $7,427 million and $1 million, respectively. FEMA is authorized to borrow from Treasury up to $30,425 million to fund the payment of flood insurance claims and claims-related expenses of the NFIP. Amounts borrowed at any time are not predetermined, and authority is used only as needed to pay existing obligations for claims and expenses. Insurance premiums collected are used to pay insurance claims and to repay borrowings. As of September 30, 2017, and 2016, FEMA had drawn from Treasury $30,425 million and $23,000 million, respectively, leaving $0 and $7,425 million, respectively, available to be borrowed. As a result of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, Congress enacted a supplemental appropriation for disaster relief on October 26, 2017. The Act directs Treasury to cancel $16,000 million of the $30,425 million debt of NFIP to Treasury; increasing FEMA's borrowing authority to cover flood insurance claims. For additional information, see Note 31, Subsequent Events. FEMA also requests borrowing authority annually to cover the principal amount of direct loans during the fiscal year, not to exceed $400 million less the subsidy due from the DADLP account. The ending available borrowing authority of $4 million is to cover current obligations for CDLs still disbursing. 26. Legal Arrangements Affecting the Use of Unobligated Balances Unobligated balances whose period of availability has expired are not available to fund new obligations. Expired unobligated balances are available to pay for current period adjustments to obligations incurred prior to expiration. For a fixed appropriation account, the balance can be carried forward for five fiscal years after the period of availability ends. At the end of the fifth fiscal year, the account is closed and any remaining balance is canceled and returned to Treasury. For a no-year account, the unobligated balance is carried forward indefinitely until specifically rescinded by law or the head of the agency concerned or the President determines that the purposes for which the appropriation was made have been carried out and disbursements have not been made against the appropriation for two consecutive years. Included in the cumulative results of operations and Fund Balance with Treasury are special funds of $1,450 million and $1,095 million at September 30, 2017, and 2016, respectively, that represents the Department's authority to assess and collect user fees relating to merchandise and passenger processing; to assess and collect fees associated with services performed at certain small airports or other facilities; to retain amounts needed to offset costs associated with collecting duties; and taxes and fees for the Government of Puerto Rico. These special fund balances are restricted by law in their use to offset specific costs incurred by the Department. Part of the passenger fees in the COBRA User Fees Account is restricted by law in its use to offset specific costs incurred by the Department. The entity trust fund balances result from the Department's authority to use the proceeds from general order items sold at auction to offset specific costs incurred by the Department relating to their sale, to use available funds in the Salaries and Expense Trust Fund to offset specific costs for expanding border and port enforcement activities, and to use available funds from the - 114 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004684 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000214 Page 419 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Harbor Maintenance Fee Trust Fund to offset administrative expenses related to the collection of the Harbor Maintenance Fee. 27. Explanation of Differences between the Statement of Budgetary Resources and the Budget of the U.S. Government The table below documents the material differences between the FY 2016 Statement of Budgetary Resources and the actual amounts reported for FY 2016 in the Budget of the Federal Government. Since the FY 2017 financial statements will be reported prior to the release of the Budget of the Federal Government, DHS is reporting for FY 2016 only. Typically, the Budget of the Federal Government with the FY 2017 actual data is published in February of the subsequent year. Once published, the FY 2017 actual data will be available on the OMB website. Budgetary Resources FY 2016 Actual Balances per the FY 2018 Budget of the U.S. Government (in millions) Reconciling Items: Accounts that are expired that are not included in Budget of the United States Distributed Offsetting Receipts not included in the Budget of the United States, Net Outlays Refunds and drawbacks not included in the Budget of the United States Byrd Program (Continued Dumping and Subsidy Offset) not included in the Budget of the United States Miscellaneous Differences Per the 2016 Statement of Budgetary Resources New Obligations and Upward Adjustments $ 83,817 $ Distributed Offsetting Receipts 72,849 $ Net Outlays 10,911 $ 56,112 1,805 - - - - - - (10,911) 1,670 1,670 - 1,630 257 564 116 - - 116 (2) $ 88,113 $ 74,635 $ 10,911 $ 46,945 The Miscellaneous Differences amount includes adjustments to obligations reported on the Statement of Budgetary Resources but not included in the President's Budget. 28. Undelivered Orders, Unpaid, End of Period An unpaid undelivered order exists when a valid obligation has occurred and funds have been reserved but the goods or services have not been received by the Department. Undelivered orders for the periods ended September 30, 2017 and 2016, were $45,436 million and $41,756 million, respectively. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 115 CBP FOIA 004685 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000215 Page 420 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 29. Custodial Revenue The Department collects revenue from a variety of duties, excise taxes, and various other fees. Revenue collections primarily result from current fiscal year activity. Current Taxes, Duties, Trade Receivables, Net are collected within 90 days of the assessment. Non-entity revenue reported on the Department's Statement of Custodial Activity includes duties, excise taxes, and various non-exchange fees collected by CBP. CBP assesses duties, taxes, and fees on goods and merchandise brought into the United States from foreign countries. For additional information, see Note 1.X., Exchange and Non-exchange Revenue. The significant types of non-entity accounts receivable and custodial revenue as presented in the Statement of Custodial Activity are described below. 1. Duties: amounts collected on imported goods collected on behalf of the Federal Government. 2. User fees: amounts designed to maintain U.S. harbors and to defray the cost of other miscellaneous service programs. 3. Excise taxes: amounts collected on imported distilled spirits, wines, tobacco products, and other miscellaneous taxes collected on the behalf of the Federal Government. 4. Fines and penalties: amounts collected for violations of laws and regulations. Refunds are amounts due to the importer/exporter as a result of overpayments of duties, taxes, fees, and interest. Refunds include drawback remittance paid when imported merchandise, for which duty was previously paid, is exported from the United States. Tax disbursements from the refunds and drawbacks account, broken out by revenue type and by tax year, were as follows for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2017 and 2016 (in millions): 2017 Tax Disbursements 2017 Total tax refunds and drawbacks disbursed $ 1,155 $ 2016 Tax Disbursements 2016 Total tax refunds and drawbacks disbursed $ 1,020 $ Tax Year 2016 2015 298 $ 126 $ Tax Year 2015 2014 343 $ Prior Years 244 Prior Years 149 $ 355 Total tax refunds and drawbacks disbursed consist of non-exchange customs duties revenue refunded. The disbursements include interest payments of $35 million and $31 million for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2017 and 2016, respectively. - 116 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004686 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000216 Page 421 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information The disbursement totals for refunds include antidumping and countervailing duties collected that are refunded pursuant to rulings by the Department of Commerce. These duties are refunded when the Department of Commerce issues a decision in favor of the foreign industry. See Note 18, Other Liabilities, for more information. 30. Reconciliation of Net Cost of Operations (Proprietary) to Budget The Reconciliation of Net Cost of Operations to Budget reconciles the Department's Resources Used to Finance Activities (first section), which consists of the budgetary basis of accounting Net Obligations plus the proprietary basis of accounting Other Resources, to the proprietary basis of accounting Net Cost of Operations. The second section, Resources Used to Finance Items Not Part of the Net Cost of Operations, includes items such as undelivered orders, unfilled customer orders, and capitalized assets. These transactions are reversed out because they affect budgetary obligations, but not the proprietary net cost of operations. The third section, Components of Net Cost of Operations that Will Not Require or Generate Resources in the current period, includes items such as increases in environmental liability and depreciation. These transactions are added because they affect proprietary net cost of operations, but not the budgetary obligations. The third section's subsection, Components Requiring or Generating Resources in future periods, includes costs reported in the current period that are included in the Liabilities Not Covered by Budgetary Resources reported in Note 14. The reconciliations of net cost of operations to budget for FY 2017 and FY 2016 are as follows: 2017 Resources Used to Finance Activities: Budgetary Resources Obligated New Obligations and Upward Adjustments (Note 24) Less: Spending Authority from Offsetting Collections and Recoveries Obligations Net of Offsetting Collections and Recoveries Less: Offsetting Receipts Net Obligations Other Resources Donations and Forfeiture of Property Transfers In (Out) without Reimbursement Imputed Financing from Costs Absorbed by Others Other Net Other Resources Used to Finance Activities Total Resources Used to Finance Activities $ $ 81,887 2016 $ 74,635 (13,509) (14,041) 68,378 (11,611) 56,767 60,594 (10,911) 49,683 20 66 1,194 1,956 3,236 1 (1) 1,333 1,807 3,140 60,003 $ 52,823 U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 117 CBP FOIA 004687 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000217 Page 422 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 2017 Resources Used to Finance Items Not Part of the Net Cost of Operations Change in Budgetary Resources Obligated for Goods, Services and Benefits Ordered but Not Yet Provided Resources that Fund Expenses Recognized in Prior Periods Budgetary Offsetting Collections and Receipts that Do Not Affect Net Cost of Operations: Credit Program Collections that Increase Liabilities for Loan Guarantees or Allowances for Subsidies Other Resources that Finance the Acquisition of Assets Other Resources or Adjustments to Net Obligated Resources that Do Not Affect Net Cost of Operations Total Resources Used to Finance Items Not Part of the Net Cost of Operations TOTAL RESOURCES USED TO FINANCE THE NET COST OF OPERATIONS Components of the Net Cost of Operations that Will Not Require or Generate Resources in the Current Period: Components Requiring or Generating Resources in Future Periods Increase in Annual Leave Liability Increase in Exchange Revenue Receivable from the Public Increase in Insurance Liability Increase in Actuarial Pension Liability Increase in Actuarial Health Insurance Liability Increase in Other Total Components of Net Cost of Operations that Will Require or Generate Resources in Future Periods $ - 118 - $ 2,234 312 426 (4) (3,479) 2,350 (4) (2,813) 2,241 1,826 2,035 5,468 4,119 $ 54,535 $ 48,704 $ 40 $ 56 Components not Requiring or Generating Resources Depreciation and Amortization Revaluation of Assets or Liabilities Other Total Components of Net Cost of Operations that Will Not Require or Generate Resources Total Components of Net Cost of Operations That Will Not Require or Generate Resources in the Current Period NET COST OF OPERATIONS 4,463 2016 $ 82 9,135 852 231 (55) 2,453 1,894 203 10,340 4,551 1,896 66 (434) 2,147 209 (472) 1,528 1,884 11,868 6,435 66,403 $ 55,139 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004688 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000218 Page 423 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 31. Subsequent Events As a result of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, Congress enacted the Additional Supplemental Appropriations for Disaster Relief Requirements Act of 2017 (Pub. L. 115-72) on October 26, 2017. The Act provides FEMA's Disaster Relief Fund with an additional $13,760 million for response and recovery activity, and FEMA's DADLP $4,900 million for direct loans to assist local governments in providing essential services. The act also provides debt relief and additional borrowing authority for the NFIP by cancelling $16,000 million of the NFIP's debt to Treasury. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 119 CBP FOIA 004689 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000219 Page 424 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Age ncy Financial Report pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Required SupplementaryStewardship Information Unaudited, see accompanying Independent Auditors ' Report Stewardship Investments Stewardsh ip investments are substantia l investments made by the Federal Government for the benefit of the Nation. When incurred , stewardship investments are t reated as expenses in calculat ing net cost. but they are separate ly reported as Required Supplementary Stewardsh ip Informat ion to highlight the extent of investments that are made fo r long-term benefit. The Department's expenditures (including carryover funds expended in FY 2017 ) in human capita l, research and development. and non-federa l physical property are shown below. A. Investmentsin Research and Development Investments in research and development represent expenses incurred to support the search for new or refined knowledge and ideas. The intent of the investment is to apply or use such knowledge to improve and develop new products and processes with the expectation of maintain ing or increasing national product ive capacity or yielding other futu re benefits. S&T, ONDOand USCGhave made sign ificant investments in research and development th is fiscal year (in millions ): S&T DND0 1 USCG TSA Total Research & Development FY201 7 962 63 22 FY2016 878 29 21 $ $ $ 1,047 $ 928 FY2015 785 76 25 $ $ 886 FY2014 654 74 25 1 $ 754 $ FY2013 485 66 21 1 $ 573 $ S&T conducts research in many areas to support the Department's missions to defend against chem ical and biological threats , protect infrastructure and t ransportation systems f rom explosives, determ ine the motivat ions and intents behind terro rist attacks , prepare the Nation to respond to large and small scale events . and protect the crit ical systems that run our financial and electr ical power systems to name a few. Projects in development include: o Apex Programs; Screening at Speed. Continuously evolving threats at checkpoints , necessitates a program that provides technologica l innovat ion while allowing for changing operationa l needs. The solut ions will improve passenger experience and enhance th reat detection capabi lities at low cost. o Cyber Security/In format ion Analytics; Internet Measurement and Attac k Mode ling. As the Internet continues to grow organically and exponentiall y, the protect ion of cyber infrastructu re depends on the ability to identify crit ical Internet resources that are subject to attack. S&T plans to develop new too ls and techn iques for mapping several layers of the Internet to detect and mitigate mal icious behavior. o Border Security; People Screening. S&T cont inues efforts to introduce process and technology improvements to CBP traveler inspect ion operations in order to st rengthen 1 Historical amoun ts were updated to reflec t corrections made since the last report. -120- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004690 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000220 Page 425 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information traveler vetting and facilitate lawful and legitimate travel in support of the President's National Travel and Tourism Strategy. DNDO is responsible for conducting an aggressive, evolutionary, and transformational research and development program to generate and improve technologies to detect nuclear and other radioactive materials. DNDO's research efforts seek to achieve dramatic advancements in technologies to enhance our national detection and forensics capabilities and include: ? Funded 45 research efforts at 29 universities to address long-term, high-risk challenges in Radiation/Nuclear Detection and Forensics by completing investigation of new materials and approaches. ? Discovered and documented root cause of plastic degradation in portal plastics due to long term exposure to environmental conditions such as varying temperature and moisture, and found alternate non-degrading formulation solutions for plastics; Completed baseline study of personal and mobile detection assets used for current monitoring mission, and, provided assessments to critical areas for performance improvement; Enhanced interagency coordination through leadership of National Technical Nuclear Forensics Steering Committee and led the development of the joint interagency annual Review of National Strategic Five-Year Plan. ? Continued to improve: Detection capabilities by using Aerial Detection; Radiological and Nuclear identification algorithm; and, Long-Range Radiation Detection. The USCG research and development program allows the USCG to sustain critical mission capabilities through basic and applied research, development, test and evaluation of ideas, applications, products and processes. It also contributes to the Coast Guard forming partnerships with DHS, DOD, as well as other Federal and private research organizations. The purpose of the R&D Program is to help identify and examine existing or impending problems in the Coast Guard's operational, regulatory, and support programs and make improvements through solutions based on scientific and technological advances. Significant accomplishments in research and development included: ? Developing innovative interdiction patrol tactics using a game-theoretical approach to Maritime Interdiction Operations in South Florida which showed how alternative deployment strategies could be used with various CG platform mixes. The simulation based analysis showed possible improvements in mission effectiveness against migrant transit attempts and provided deployment strategies for consideration. ? Analysis of the test data from the recently conducted airborne oil spill remote sensing and reporting field evaluations with fixed wing aircraft, informing tactics, techniques, and procedures and identified potential improvements for inclusion in future upgrades to the sensors and/or mission systems specific to the maritime oil spill response mission. ? Analysis for a summary of the Oil in Ice research demonstrations and tests supporting development of a guide for the federal on-scene coordinator that can be used to determine best response options to address detection and surveillance, containment and recovery, and in-situ burning in broken ice and ice-edge conditions. ? Continued research in the potential Coast Guard use of diesel outboard engines in various response boats including a larger research initiative to assess the operational feasibility of outboard diesel engines in the Coast Guard fleet. ? Conducted six experimental burns to test technology that could make it possible to burn-off spilled oil quickly while producing relatively low levels of air pollutants in U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 121 CBP FOIA 004691 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000221 Page 426 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information o partnersh ip with Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement. Naval Research Laboratory, and Worcester Polytechn ic Institute . Completed an evaluation of the availab le technolog ies for possible improvements to navigat ion, communications, and detect ion capabi lities for ice rescue teams in harsh cold weather environm ents. B. Investmentsin Human Capital Investments in human capital include expenses incu rred for programs to educate and t rain first responde rs. These programs are intended to increase or maintain nationa l product ive capacity as evidenced by outputs and outcomes. FEMAand S&T have made significant investments in human capital (in millions ): FEMA S&T Total HumanCapital FY2017 $ 104 3 $ 107 FY2016 $ 101 4 $ 105 FY2015 $ 101 3 104 $ FY2014 $ 101 7 $ 108 FY2013 $ 97 9 $ 106 FEMA's educational. train ing, and profess ional development included: Nationa l Fire Academy (NFA). Promotes the profess ional development of the fi re and emergency response community and its allied profess ionals and del ivers educationa l and training courses with a nationa l focus to supp lement and support state and local fir e service training programs. In FY 2017 , NFA provided tra ining to 95 ,015 state and local emergenc y responders . Emerge ncy Management Inst itute (EM/). Develops and delivers emergenc y management training to enhance t he capabilities of federal. state , local, and tribal government officials , volunteer organ izations . and the public and private sectors to minimize the impact of disast ers on the American public, Training emphasizes the National Response Framework, Nationa l Incident Management System, and the National Preparedness Guidelines. In FY2017 , EMI provided tra ining to 1,041,661 state and local emergency responders. Center for Domest ic Preparedness (CDP). Specializes in providing advanced hands-on , all-hazards tra ining for emergency responders at the state , local, tribal. and ter ritoria l level to prevent. deter , respond to , and recover from terrorist acts . especially those involving weapons of mass destruction or hazardous materials. In FY2017 , CDP provided t raining to 51 ,509 state , local, tribal, and terr ito rial emergency responders . o o o S&T issues grants to Minorit y Serving Institutions , scientific leadership awards, and inst itutiona l awards to support the development of Homeland Security Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (HS-STEM) t eaching initiati ves, and curriculum development . Minorit y Serving Institutions students will ente r HS-STEM related careers or obtain adm ission to graduate school to continue HS-STEMrelated research, increasing diversity and representation within the futur e homeland securit y science and engineering workforce. -122- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004692 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000222 Page 427 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Age ncy Financial Report pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information C. Investmentsin Non-Federal Physical Property Investments in non-federa l physical property are expenses included in the calculat ion of net cost incurred by the reporting entity for the purchase. const ruct ion . or maj or renovat ion of physical property owned by state and local governments. TSA. FEMA and ONDO have made significant invest ments in non-federa l physical property (in millions): FY201 7 FY2016 FY2015 FY2014 FY2013 $ 227 13 $ 271 54 $ 311 52 $ $ Total Non-FederalPhysical Property $ 240 $ 325 $ 363 $ TSA FEMA2 ONDO 215 42 6 263 $ 421 86 4 511 TSA purchases and installs in-line Explosive Detent ion Systems (EDS) equipmen t through a variety of funding mechanis ms. including congressionally authorized Letters of Intent (LOI). as part of the airport improvement program. LOls are used to reimburse airports for the Federal Government's share of allowable costs fo r the modifications . TSA maintains five LOls to provide fo r the fac ility modifications necessary to accommodate in-line EDS screening solutions. In add it ion . under the airport renovation program. TSA emp loys ot her transact ion agreements (OTAs) to fund t he installat ion of integrated and non-integrated EDS and explosive t race detection equipment as well as improvements to be made to the existing systems in the baggage handling area . These OTAs establish the respecti ve cost-sharing obligat ions and othe r responsib ilit ies of TSA and the specific entity (board. port. or authority ) conducting the installations or improvements. FEMA provides grants to state and local governments to meet the firefight ing and emergency response needs (equip ment. protect ive gear. t raining and other resources) of fire departments and nonaff iliated emergency medical service organ izations as part of the assistance to firefighte rs grant program . ONDO t ransferred two radiation porta l monitors to the State of Californ ia and one radiat ion porta l monitor to the State of Mississippi as a result of the conclusion of the Advanced Spectroscopic Portal C radiation detect ion equipmen t programs in 2013 and 2014 . 2 Historical amoun ts were update d to reflect corrections made since the last report . U.S. Department of Homeland Security -123CBP FOIA 004693 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000223 Page 428 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Required Supplementary Information Unaudited, see accompanying Independent Auditors' Report 1. Deferred Maintenance and Repairs The Department presents deferred maintenance and repairs as of the end of the fiscal year in accordance with SFFAS No. 42, Deferred Maintenance and Repairs: Amending Statements of Federal Financial Accounting Standards 6, 14, 29 and 32. Maintenance and repairs are activities directed toward keeping fixed assets in an acceptable condition. Activities include preventive maintenance; replacement of parts, systems, or components; and other activities needed to preserve or maintain the asset. Deferred maintenance and repairs are activities that were not performed when they should have been, or that were scheduled to be performed but were delayed for a future period. Deferred maintenance and repair amounts represent the cost to restore an asset's condition so that the asset provides acceptable services and achieves its expected life. Mission performance metrics reports, scorecards, and historical records are used as objective evidence of deficiencies in deferred maintenance and repairs. Project management reviews of the inputs are conducted to identify maintainability and reliability, labor costs, design costs, technical expertise required, organizational reparability, organizational spares availability, and opportunities to use spare parts from property that may be retired. Defining and Implementing Maintenance and Repairs Policies. The Department measures deferred maintenance and repairs for each class of asset using condition assessments performed at least once every five years. These assessments include surveys, inspections, operating evaluations, regional strategic assessments, facility quality ratings, and consolidated support function plans. Deferred maintenance and repair procedures are performed for capital and non-capital accountable personal and real property, capitalized stewardship PP&E including multi-use heritage assets--such as buildings and structures, memorials, and recreational areas--as well as inactive and excess property that is not required to fulfill the Component missions, or have been withdrawn from operational service. Most of these assets have been fully depreciated. The condition of the assets included in these assessments ranges from good to poor. Components identify maintenance not performed as scheduled and establish future performance dates. The Department allows Components the flexibility to apply industry standard methods commensurate with each asset's condition and usage, unless more thorough procedures are mandated by federal, state, or local codes. Components estimate the cost to address deferred maintenance and repair deficiencies using construction, maintenance, and repair cost data available through the Components' real property structure. Ranking and Prioritizing Maintenance and Repair Activities. The Department ranks and prioritizes deferred maintenance and repair activities based on mission criticality to the operations of the Department and legal requirements, as well as the condition of the asset. Deferred maintenance and repair projects are prioritized among other activities as part of the Department's five-year strategic plan and annual capital budgeting processes. - 124 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004694 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000224 Page 429 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Factors Considered in Setting Acceptable Condition. Acceptable condition is primarily prescribed by the facility condition assessments or other similar methodology. The condition assessment process includes factors such as asset age, operating environment, inventory levels, threat vulnerability, and current condition as determined by physical inspection, operating environment, and maintenance and repair history of the asset under assessment. The Department also considers federal requirements (including OMB's Federal Real Property Profile), accessibility, mission criticality, and needs. Heritage Assets Excluded under Deferred Maintenance and Repairs. The Department possesses certain types of heritage assets that are not reported in deferred maintenance and repairs. These heritage assets include artifacts, artwork, display models, and sunken vessels and aircraft that have deteriorated through damage due to moving and transportation, storage or display, or environmental degradation. Significant Changes from Prior Year. As of September 30, 2017, $1,297 million in deferred maintenance and repairs for active assets was estimated to return active real property assets to acceptable operating condition. This is an overall increase of $128 million. Deferred maintenance and repairs for FY 2017, by asset class, consisted of (in millions): Ending Beginning Active: Buildings, Structures, and Facilities $ 1,153 $ 1,042 Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment 93 75 Other General PP&E 14 15 Heritage assets3 32 34 Total Active $ 1,292 $ 1,166 $ 3 $ 1 2 2 Inactive and Excess: Buildings, Structures, and Facilities Heritage assets Total Inactive and Excess $ 5 $ 3 Total Deferred Maintenance $ 1,297 $ 1,169 2. Combining Statement of Budgetary Resources The principal Statement of Budgetary Resources combines the availability, status, and outlays of the Department's budgetary resources during FY 2017. The following table provides the Statement of Budgetary Resources disaggregated by DHS Components rather than by major budget account because the Department manages its budget at the Component level. 3 Some multi-use heritage assets were damaged as a result of Hurricanes Irma and Maria. The Department is currently assessing the costs of repairs. Any necessary costs of repairs will be recognized in a future period. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 125 CBP FOIA 004695 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000225 Page 430 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Combining Statement of Budgetary Resources by Sub-Organization Accounts For the Year Ended September 30, 2017 (in millions) (page 1 of 2) CBP USCG USCIS FEMA FLETC ICE OHA DeptOps NPPD USSS S&T TSA TOTAL BUDGETARY RESOURCES Unobligated Balance Brought Forward, October 1 732 $ 753 $ Recoveries of Prior Year Unpaid Obligations 311 240 136 1,052 7 118 4 188 141 32 66 153 2,448 Other Changes in Unobligated Balance Unobligated Balance from Prior Year Budget Authority, Net (31) (93) (7) (173) (2) (11) (7) (31) (69) (39) (16) (106) (585) Appropriations Borrowing Authority Spending Authority from Offsetting Collections TOTAL BUDGETARY RESOURCES $ 1,543 $ 2,173 $ 1,151 $ 4,823 $ 142 $ 724 $ 29 $ 161 $ 284 $ 963 $ 13,478 1,823 2,320 1,280 5,702 147 831 26 889 825 154 334 1,010 15,341 16,060 10,546 3,983 18,922 242 6,745 123 1,598 1,819 2,303 775 5,108 68,224 - - - 7,427 - - - - - - - - 7,427 2,197 467 48 3,296 104 143 44 630 1,357 16 38 2,631 10,971 $ 20,080 $ 13,333 $ 5,311 $ 35,347 $ 493 $ 7,719 $ 193 $ 3,117 $ 4,001 $ 2,473 $ 1,147 $ 8,749 $ 101,963 $ 18,225 $ 11,449 $ 3,912 $ 24,352 $ 363 $ 7,165 $ 166 $ 2,314 $ 3,164 $ 2,278 $ $ 7,683 $ STATUS OF BUDGETARY RESOURCES New Obligations and Upward Adjustments 816 81,887 Unobligated Balance, End Of Year Apportioned, Unexpired Exempt from Apportionment, Unexpired Unapportioned, Unexpired Unexpired Unobligated Balance, End of Year Expired Unobligated Balance, End of Year Total Unobligated Balance, End of Year TOTAL BUDGETARY RESOURCES - 126 - 1,266 1,544 258 10,596 110 386 4 637 609 119 282 785 16,596 - 2 - - - - - - - - - - 2 422 - 1,126 214 2 1 - 17 4 34 10 27 1,857 1,688 1,546 1,384 10,810 112 387 4 654 613 153 292 812 18,455 167 338 15 185 18 167 23 149 224 42 39 254 1,621 1,855 1,884 1,399 10,995 130 554 27 803 837 195 331 1,066 20,076 $ 20,080 $ 13,333 $ 5,311 $ 35,347 $ 493 $ 7,719 $ 193 $ 3,117 $ 4,001 $ 2,473 $ 1,147 $ 8,749 $ 101,963 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004696 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000226 Page 431 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Combining Statement of Budgetary Resources by Sub-Organization Accounts For the Year Ended September 30, 2017 (in millions) (page 2 of 2) CBP USCG USCIS FEMA FLETC ICE OHA DeptOps NPPD USSS S&T TSA TOTAL CHANGE IN OBLIGATED BALANCE Unpaid Obligations: Unpaid Obligations, Brought Forward, October 1 New Obligations and Upward Adjustments $ 3,900 $ 4,609 $ 1,208 $ 24,923 $ 886 $ 1,439 $ 128 $ 1,907 $ 1,759 $ 563 $ 1,671 $ 3,335 $ 46,328 18,225 11,449 3,912 24,352 363 7,165 166 2,314 3,164 2,278 816 7,683 81,887 (17,263) (10,961) (3,816) (18,929) (588) (6,946) (169) (2,496) (3,076) (2,190) (1,014) (7,737) (75,185) - - - (10) - - - - - - - (10) Recoveries of Prior Year Unpaid Obligations (311) (240) (136) (1,052) (7) (118) (4) (188) (141) (32) (66) (153) (2,448) Unpaid Obligations, End of Year 4,551 4,857 1,168 29,284 654 1,540 121 1,537 1,706 619 1,407 3,128 50,572 (176) (137) (20) (98) (933) (102) (15) (717) (199) (22) (111) (12) (2,542) (20) (47) (4) (6) 233 16 (3) 173 (10) - 1 (34) 299 (196) (184) (24) (104) (700) (86) (18) (544) (209) (22) (110) (46) (2,243) Outlays, Gross Actual Transfers, Unpaid Obligations, Net Uncollected Payments: Uncollected Customer Payments From Federal Sources, Brought Forward, October 1 Change in Uncollected Customer Payments from Federal Sources Uncollected Customer Payments from Federal Sources, End of Year - Obligated Balance, Start of Year, Net $ 3,724 $ 4,472 $ 1,188 $ 24,825 $ (47) $ 1,337 $ 113 $ 1,190 $ 1,560 $ 541 $ 1,560 $ 3,323 $ 43,786 Obligated Balance, End of Year, Net $ 4,355 $ 4,673 $ 1,144 $ 29,180 $ (46) $ 1,454 $ 103 $ 597 $ 1,297 $ 3,082 $ 48,329 993 $ 1,497 $ BUDGET AUTHORITY AND OUTLAYS, NET Budget Authority , Gross Actual Offsetting Collections Change in Uncollected Customer Payments from Federal Sources Recoveries of Prior Year Paid Obligations Anticipated Offsetting Collections $ 18,257 $ 11,013 $ 4,031 $ 29,645 $ 167 $ 2,228 $ 3,176 $ 2,319 $ 813 $ 7,739 $ (2,178) (435) (52) (3,311) (337) (180) (41) (814) (1,350) (17) (38) (2,607) (11,360) (20) (47) (4) (6) 233 16 (3) 173 (10) - 1 (34) 299 1 15 5 13 - 22 - 11 2 1 - 9 79 Budget Authority, Net $ 16,060 $ 10,546 $ 3,980 $ 26,341 $ Outlays $ 17,263 $ 10,961 $ 3,816 $ 18,929 $ 346 $ 6,888 $ 242 $ 6,746 $ 776 $ 5,107 $ 75,640 169 $ 2,496 $ 3,076 $ 2,190 $ 1,014 $ 7,737 $ (2,178) (435) (52) (3,311) (337) (180) (41) (814) (1,350) (17) (38) (2,607) 75,185 (11,360) Outlays, Net 15,085 10,526 3,764 15,618 251 6,766 128 1,682 1,726 2,173 976 5,130 63,825 (4,422) (61) (4,351) (1,017) $ 10,663 $ 10,465 $ (587) $ 14,601 $ $ $ 1,598 $ 1,818 $ 2,303 $ Actual Offsetting Collections Distributed Offsetting Receipts Agency Outlays, Net 588 $ 6,946 123 86,622 (187) 251 $ 6,579 $ 128 (34) 1 $ 1,648 $ 1,727 $ 2,173 $ (1,540) (11,611) 976 $ 3,590 $ 52,214 U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 127 CBP FOIA 004697 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000227 Page 432 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 3. Statement of Custodial Activity Substantially all duty, tax, and fee revenue collected by CBP are remitted to various general fund accounts maintained by Treasury and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Treasury further distributes this revenue to other federal agencies in accordance with various laws and regulations. CBP transfers the remaining revenue (generally less than one percent of revenue collected) directly to either other federal or non-federal agencies. Refunds of revenue collected from import/export activities are recorded in separate accounts established for this purpose and are funded through permanent indefinite appropriations. These activities reflect the non-entity, or custodial, responsibilities that CBP, as an agency of the Federal Government, has been authorized by law to enforce. CBP reviews selected documents to ensure all duties, taxes, and fees owed to the Federal Government are paid and to ensure all regulations are followed. If CBP determines duties, taxes, fees, fines, or penalties are due in addition to estimated amounts previously paid by the importer/violator, the importer/violator is notified of the additional amount due. CBP regulations allow the importer/violator to file a protest on the additional amount due for review by the Port Director. A protest allows the importer/violator the opportunity to submit additional documentation supporting the claim of a lower amount due or to cancel the additional amount due in its entirety. During this protest period, CBP does not have a legal right to the importer/violator's assets, and consequently CBP recognizes accounts receivable only when the protest period has expired or an agreement is reached. For FY 2017 and FY 2016, CBP had the legal right to collect $2,980 million and $3,042 million of receivables, respectively. In addition, there were $1,830 million and $3,297 million representing records still in the protest phase for FY 2017 and FY 2016, respectively. CBP recognized as write-offs $14 million and $38 million, respectively, of assessments that the Department had statutory authority to collect at September 30, 2017 and 2016, but have no future collection potential. Most of this amount represents duties, taxes, and fees. - 128 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004698 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000228 Page 433 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information 4. Risk Assumed Information The Department has performed an analysis of the contingencies associated with the unearned premium reserve for the NFIP. The underlying calculation estimates the amount of subsidy in the total rates, removes the expense load, and applies the results to the unearned premium reserve. Any projected deficiency from the unearned premium reserves is offset by the amounts of unearned reserve fund assessments and the unearned Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act surcharge. The risk assumed liability as of September 30, 2017 is $0. This positive outcome is because the deficiency in the unearned premium due to subsidized premium - which has been declining due to the large increases in subsidized premiums mandated by Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Modernization Act of 2012--is now more than offset by the unearned Reserve Fund Assessment and the unearned Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act of 2014 surcharge. Actual flood losses are highly variable from year to year. For the majority of years, the unearned premium reserve is adequate to pay the losses and expenses associated with the unearned premium. In those years with catastrophic flooding, the reserve will prove inadequate. However, now, with the improved financial position of the NFIP, the average, on a long-term basis, across all years is the positive cash flow from favorable loss years is expected to balance out the negative cash flow during heavy and catastrophic loss years. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 129 CBP FOIA 004699 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000229 Page 434 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information IndependentAuditors.Report Independent Auditors' Report on DHS' FY 2017 Financial Statements and Internal Control over Financial Reporting November -130- 15, 2017 OIG-18-16 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004700 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000230 Page 435 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachmen t 1 of2) Financial Informa t ion OIG HIGHLIGHTS DHS Independent Auditors' Report on DHS' FY 2017 Financial Statements and Internal Control over Financial Reporting November 15, 2017 Why We Did This Audit Th e Chief F'inandal Offi.cers Act of 1990 (Publi c Law 101-.'576) and th e Department Of Homel,a;nd Secarity Fina.rwial A<)countability Act (Public Law 108 -330) requ.ire us to conduct an annual aud it of tlle Department of Homeland Security's (DI-IS) consolidate d financiaJ statements and internal control over fmanciaJ re1)orti.11g . What We What We Found The independent public accounting fu-m l{PMG LLP (KPMG) has issued an unmodified (clean) opi n ion on OHS' consolidated financial statements . KPMG noted that the fiJ.1ancial statemen ts present faidy, in all material respects, DHS' finan cial position as of Septem b er 30, 20 17. KPMG issued a n adve r se op in ion on D HS' in ternal control over financial r epo rti ng as of Septembe r 30, 2017. The report iden tifies the following six sjgnificant deficiencies in internal control, th e first two of which are con si dere d mater ial weaknesses, and four .rnsta: nces wh ere D HS clicl not comply with four laws at1d regulations: Significant Deficiencies 1, i nformation Te chnology Co ntr ols and F inancial System Functionality 2. Fmanci al Reporting 3. Entity -Level Controls 4 . Property , Plau t, a n.clEquipmen t 5. Custodial Acttvities 6. Gra nts Management Laws and Regulations with Instances Noncomplian ce Recommend 1, Federal Managers ' Financial Integrity Act of 1982 reconllnencla tions Lb.at, 2. Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 3. Anti-deficiency Act when implemented, help impro ve the 4 . Federal Financial 1996 K.PMG LLP Jllade 56 wou ld of Managem en t Im provemen t Act of Department's jnternal contt-ol. Management's Response For Further Information : ColliRo'l.our O0:h:e of l'l.1bli1;Affairs at {202 ) 25 4- 4100, or e roa.i.lus at DIIS-O JL:J~ o PubliL.J\iliili '!@s qualifications and independence , reviewed the approach a11d plan ning of the aud it_,m onitored the progress of the audit at key points. reviewed and accepted KPMG,s audit repo rt, and performed other procedures that we deemed necessary. Additio nally, we provided ove rsig ht of the audit of financial statements and certain accounts and activities conducted at key components w ith in the Department. Our review, as different iated from an aud it in accordance with generally acce pted goven1ment a u diting standards _. was no t intended to enab le us to express , an d we do not express, an opinion on the financ ial statements or internal contro l or provide conclusions on compliai1ce with laws and regulations. Our review disclosed no instances where KPMG did not comp ly, in al l material respects . with generally accepted governm e nt auditing standards. www .oig.dhs .go1J 2 OIG - 18 -16 -133 - tJ S Department of Homeland Serunty CBP FOIA 004703 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000233 Page 438 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attac hment 1 of2) Financial Information OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL Department of Homeland Securit y with our r e.sponsibility under the Inspe ctor Gen eral Act, we are providing copies of this report to approp riate congressional committees with Consistent oversight and approp r iation responsibilities ove r th e Department. we will post a copy of the re por t on our pub lic webs ite. In addition, We request that the Department provide us wtth a corrective action plan that demonstrates progress in addressing th e repott's r ecommend ations. Please cal l me with any qu estions , or your staff may contact J oh n E . McCoy II, Acting Assistant Insp ector Gene ral fOl'Audits at (202) 254-4100 or Maureen Duddy, Deputy Assistant Jns pector Genera l for Audits , at (617) 565-8723. Attachment www .oig.dJis.gov -134- 3 O IG- 18- 16 FY 201 T Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004704 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000234 Page 439 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of2) Financial Information OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL Dep artment of Homeland Securit y Table of Contents lnd epen den tAu ditors . Repor t ..... ,,,, .... ..... ..... ,,,,. ,,., ..... .... .... ..... ..... ............ ...... . 1 Exhibit! - Material Weaknesses in Internal Co nt rol ... .. .. .... .. ........................ l. 1 Exhibit II - Signi Jicant Defic iencies ..... ..... .... ..... .......... .. ... . " .................... ...... 11.l Exhibit Ill- Com plianc e and Oth e r Matte r s ...... .... ..... ..... ,,,, .. .. ............... .... .. III. 1 Index of Financial Reporting and In terna l Cont rol Criteria ... ... ............. Criteria. I Appendixes Managemen t Comments to the Draft Report .... ... ...... .... Appen dix A Re port Distribu t ion ........................ .... ..... .. .. ...... ... . .... .. .. ...... .. ..Ap pendix B u,ww .oig.dhs .gov OIG - 18 o 16 -135 - U.S. Department of Homeland Security CBP FOIA 004705 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000235 Page 440 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Ag ency Financ ial Reportpd f for Printed Item: 18 ( A ttachmen t 1 of 2) Financial lnforrY'tation KPMG L~P Suite 1200 0 1&Jl f( Strs;edIn Exhibit I on the achievement of lhe control criteria, OHS has not maintained effecllve Intemat contiol over flnanc1al reporting of the obJect111es as of September 30, 2017, based on criteria established in the Standards for Interna l Control in the Federal Governmen t issued by the Comptroller GeneraI of tile United Slates u_s_Departmerit -137 - of HomeJand Security CBP FOIA 004707 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000237 Page 442 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Reportpd f for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financia l Information We cons1oered the material weaknesses described ,n Exhibit I in determining lhe nature, llm111g, and extent of alld il tests applied in our audit of the fiscal year 201 7 consolidated financial statements, end these findings do not affect our unmodified opm,on on tile consolidated financial statements. Emphas;s of Matter As discussed in Notes 1T. 15, and 25 of the consolidated financial statements, the Department had intragovernmental debt of appwxirnately $30 billion-and $23 billion used lo finance the National Flood InsurancePr0Jram (NFIP) aso f September 30 , 2017 and 20 16 , respectiVely. Due to the subsidized nature of the NFIP, the Department has determined that future msurance premiums, and other anticipated sources of revenue, may not be sufficient to repay this debt As discussed in Note 31 of the consolidated financial statements, on Octocer 26, 2017. Congress enacted the Additional SupplementalAppropnationsfor Disaster Relief Reqwremenls Act of 2017. This act forgives $16 blll1on of the Department's debt that is included in the OHS consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2017 . Further legislation will need to be enacted to provide funding to repay or forgive the remaining debt. Our opinion is not modified with respect to this matter. Other Matters Agenoy i=inanc1a / Reporf We do not express an opinion or any form of assurance on management's statement 1eferr1ng to oompl1ance wrth laws and regulations in the accompanying Agen cy Fin:anoial Report Interna l Contro l Over Financial Reporting In accordance with GovernmentAuditmg Standan::J s, we are required to report findings of significant del1c1enc1es. A significant deficiency 1sa deficiency, or a combination of defrcienc1es, in internal oomrol lhat 1s les.ssevere than a material weakness, yet important enough to merit attention by those charged with governance. We consider the following deficiencies in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's internal CQntrol1 described in E>< hibit II, to be significant deficiencies C . Entity-Level Controls D. Property, Plant, and Equipment E. Custodial ActiVIUes.Entry Process and Refunds and Drawbacks F. Grants Management DHS's response to the findings identified 1n our audits 1sdescribed in Appendix A. DHS's response was not subjected to lhe auditing procedures apphed in the audit of the FY 2017 consolidated financial statements and. aocordingly we expre$S no opinion on the response Interact/VeOata Management has elecled to reference. to information on webs1lesor olher forms ol interactrve data outsJdethe Agency Financial Report to provide additional information ro, the users of its financial statements. Such lnfomiation ,snot a required part of the basic consolidated financial staternents or sUpPlementary information required by the Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Boarct The 1niorrnation on these websites or the other interactive data has not been subjecteCIto any of our auoitir,g procedures, and accordingly we do not express an opinion or provlde any assurance on ,t. RequiredSupplementaryin forma tion U S. generally a.ccepted accounting principles require that the information in the Management's DJscussion and Analysi$, Required SupplefT)enfarylniormation and Required SupplementaryStewan;lship Information sections be presented to supplement the basic consolidated financial statements Such infonnation, although not a part of the basic consolidated financial statements, is required by the Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board wno cons1aers it to be an essential part of financial teportihg for placing the basic consolidated f111an ciat .138- FY 201 T Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004708 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000238 Page 443 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Reportpdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information statements in an appropriate operat[onal, economic, or historical con1ext We have applied certain limited proceduresto the required supplementarylnformation in accordance With auditing standards generafly accepted Jnthe United States or America, which consisted oFinquiries of management about lhe methodsof Pfepanng the information and comparing the ,nformatlon for consrstency w1th management'sresponses to our inquiries, the basic consolidated financial statements and other knowledgewe obtained during our audits of the basic consolidated financial statemeh!S.We do not express an op1nron or prov,cte any assurance on the infonnation because the limited procedures do not provide us with sufficient eVldenceto express an opinion or provide any assurance. Other lnformat1on Our audits of the consolidated financial statements were conducted for the purpose of forming an oi:,~n ion on the basic consolidatedfinancial statements as a whole. The information in the Mes:sagefrom the Secretary, Message from the Chier Financial Officer, and Other Information section, as listed tn the Table of Contents of the Agency Financial Report, is presented for pJrposes of additional analysis and ,s not a required part of ihe basic consolidated Financial statements. Such information has not been subjected to the audlting procerjures applied in the audits of the basic consolidated financial statements, and a ccordingly, we do nol express an opinion or provide any assurance on it. OUler Reporting Required by GovernmentAuc;liting Standards Compliance and Other Matters As part of obtaining reasonable assurance-about whethe1 DHS's consolidated financial statements are rree from material misstatement. we performed tests of its compliance with certain provisionsof laws, regulations. contracts, and g~nt agreements, noncompliance with which could ha.vea direct and material effect on the determination of financial statementamounls. However, providing an opinion on comptiance with those provisionswas not an objective of our audit of the FY 2017 consol[dated financial statements, and accordingly, we do not express suoh an opinion The results of our tests of compliance disclosed tlie following instances of noncompliance 01 other matters that are required to be reported herein under Government Audi/mg Standards or 0MB Bulletin No. 17-03, and Which are described 1n Exhibit Ill. G . Federal Managers ' Financial Integrity Act of 1982 H. Single A.t,difAct Amerldmentsot 1996 I. Ant1deficiency Act We also performed tests of its complrance with ceoain prov1s1ons referred to 1nSection 80J(a) of the Federal Financial ManagementImprovementAct of 1996 (FFMIA). Providing an opinion on compliance with FFMIA was not an objectiveof our audit of the FY 2017 consolidated financial -statements, and accordingly, we C!onot express suoh an opinion. The results or our tests of FFMIA disclosed instances. as described in finding J of Exhibit Ill, where DHS's f1nanc1al management systems did not substantially comply with the (1) Federal financial management systems requirements, (2) applicable Federal accounting standards, and (3}1he United states Government Standard General Ledger at the transaction level. Purpose of the Other Reporting Requfred t,y GovernmentAuditing Standards The pufl)Ose of the communica,tion descnbed in the othe r Reporting Required by GovernmentAuditing Srand~rdssection is solely to describe the scope of our testing of compliance arid the results of thattesting, and not to provide an optnion on compliance. Accordingly, this communication is not suita,ole for anv other purpose. Washington, DC , November 14, 2017 u S. Departmertt -139 . of Ho!T'eoandSecurity CBP FOIA 004709 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000239 Page 444 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Reportpdf for Printed Item : 18 ( Attac hment 1 of 2) Financial lnforrY'tation Independent Auditors ' Report Exhibit I - Material Weaknesses The internal control weaknesses in fInanc1al report ing, and frndings related to co mpliance w ith certarn laws , regulations , contracts , and grant agreements, presented here in, were identified during ouI audits of the U.S. Department of Ho meland Secu rity's (Depa rtment or OHS) financia l statements as or Septembe r 30, 2017 and inte rnal contro l over financia l reporti ng, Ou r findings are presented in three Exhibits : Exhibit I Findings that individually, or in aggregate are considered rraler ial weaknesses in inte,na l control over financ ial re.poning affecting !he OHS consol idated financial statements. Exhibit II Findings t hat individua lly or in agg regate are cons idered signif icant deficiencies in internal contro l over financial report ing, which a re less severe than a material weakness , yet important enough to menl attentio n of OHS manageme nt and others In positions of DHS oversight. Exhibit Ill Instances of noncompliance w1t/1 certai n provisions qf laws , regulations, contracts , and gra crt agreements and other matters that are required to be repo rted under Government Auditing Standards or Office or Manageme nt and Budget (0MB) Bulletin No. 17-03, Audit Requirements for Federal Financial Statements . C riteria Index of Financial Reporting and Internal Control Cf/1erie The determination of which findings rise to the level of a material weakness or significant deficiency is based on an evaluation of how deficiencies identified in all Components, considered in aggregate may affect the Departme nt's internal control over financial repo rting as of Sep[ember 30, 201i . We have reported the following two mate rial weaknesses, four significant def iciencies, and four instances of noncompliance at t he Department level for FY 20 17'. Material Weaknesses (Exhibit I): Comment A B Financial Statement Area Information Technology Controls and Financial System Financial Reporting Significant Deficiencies (Exhibit II): Comment Financia l Stateme ntArea Entity-Level Contro ls C 0 Property , Plant, and Equipment Custodial Activit ies: Entry Process and Refunds .and Drawback s E Grants Manaqement F Compliance and Other Matters (Exhibit Ill): Comme11t CompliaoceArea G Fec!ert!IIManagers ' Financial Integrity Act of 1982 Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 H I Antideficiencv A.ct J Federal Fina nclal Manaaement Improvement Act of 1996 The criteria supporti ng our findings , such as references from technical accounting standards , various rvles and regulations . including requirements issued DJthe 0MB and the U S. De partment of the T reasury (Treasury) , anctinterna l Departmental and Componen t directives , are presen ted in the Index of Financial Repottrngand Interna l Control Criteria oehilld Exhibit 111. All Components or OHS. as defined in Note 1 A - ReportingEntity to the financial statements .o we re conside red in the scope of our audits of the DHS f1nancial state menls and internal control ove r financia l reporting I,1 FY 201, A.gencyFinancial Report CBP FOIA 004710 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000240 Page 445 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Reportpdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial lniormatlon Independent Auditors ' Report Exhibit I - Material W eaknesse s I-A Information Technology Cont rols and Finan otal System Functionall ty Background: Information technology controls are a critical subset of an entity's ,nternc:Icontrol. They are typically categorized as eii her general IT cor~rots (GITCs) or business process application controls (a.ppllcaiion controls). GITCs operate ove.ra ll or a large portton of systems and represent the foundation of an IT control slructure. They are applied at the entity-wide, system, and applicat1on level and 1nch..J de controls over secunly management,access, configuration management, segregationordUlies, and .corrtingency planning. Effective GITCs are necessaryto create the foundation for the effective operation of application controls Application controls are those controls that directly relate to specific IT appli~t ions and ensure the complete and accurate processing of data. Dunng our FY 2017 assessment of GITCs. we noted DHS made some progress ,n remedialing IT findings we reported in FY 20 16 . however, new findihgs were identified in FY :2017. Additionally, management did not take ap propriate corrective action to address ongoing pervasive deficiencies that we identified in multiple information systems ancl reporteclto mana.gement as a material weakness for several years, We deemed the following internal control deficiencies to, collectively, be a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting Conditions Related to G/TCs: The oontrol deficiencies in GITCs represent an overall elevated risl lishment of internal controls related to PP&E and alignment of these responsibihttesto personnel in key roles with the appropriate expertise for performing the related control activities NPPD implemented controls to ensure proper classification of expenditures as caprtal or expense and to track asset activity at a transaction level to ensure proper recording of asset activity. Though some control 11.2 - 1'18 - FY 201 T Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004718 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000248 Page 453 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Reportpdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial lniormation Independent Auditors' Report Exhibit II- Significant Oeficienc fes deficiencies identified in FY 2016 at NPPD related lo PP&E:persisted. we dld not deem lhe deficiencies wananted the attention of those charged with governance USSS, however, oominued to experience significant issues In their design and implementation of PP&E controls. USSS property pnmarity consists of equipment used to protect national leade rs, visiting heads of state and governments, deS1gnatedsites. and national special security events USSS property also consists of buildings and leasehold improvementsrelale.d to field offices and its headquarters. Conditions. We determined the following remaining deficiencies at USCG. considered in aggregate with the following deficiencies at USSS, to merit the attention of inose charged with governance. Coast Guard did not: o incorporate precise thresholds 111 their design and 1mplementatIon of controls over the management review of ihe construct1on-1n-progress (CIP) ro!lrorward schedule of act1v1ly In order lo appropriately evaluate the validity of activity and ensure alignment with business events. o effectively design and implement control procedu1esover management's review of the classification of GIP costs to ensure a Sufficient number of cost decisiol'\s are reviewed to identify and evaluate any pervasive inaccuracies In the underlying allocation. o effectwely design and implement controls over the physical count of real property assets to ensure assels are suffioientJyinventorie'etimeframe for d rawbac k claims, and eliminates some of U1e docume ntation requ irements. Many of the conditions cited below have ex isted for several years. Management has stated that the limef rame for remed ia tion of tr.ese conditions is dependen t on successful imp4ernentation of ff system upg rades and the TFTEA legislation changes IL4 -150- FY 201 T Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004720 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000250 Page 455 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financia l Reportpd f for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachmen t 1 of 2) Financial lniormatlon Independent Auditors' Report Exhibit II- Significant Oeficienc fes Conditions . We identified the following inte1nal contldl deficiencies related to custod ial acl ivit1es,at CBP lhal we deemed to, collectively ment t he attention of those charged with governanc e . Related to the Entry Process : o CBP d id notclearly establish consistent procedures fo r comp leting and docume nting the review of the entry edit and exception reports, Port personnel perfo rmed and documented their reviews inconsistently from port to port and did not conside r the completeness and accuracy ot lhe data used in the performance of the controls. Additionally . port personnel diet not subject items tha t have been reviewed or prepared by a Center of Excellence and Expertise to the same level of rev iew a.s those items that were prepared by t he port o Port personne l did not effectively review the sufficiercy of bonds used for entry tJy importers and brokers. Specifically , management was unable to demonstrate i hat port personnel reviewed s ingle Transacl ion Bonds (STBs) for sufficiency. o The automated contro l desig ned to monitor the sufficie ncy of co ntinuous bonds did not accurate ly capture neeessarv f inancia l data to ensure t he sufficiency of those t)onds. o CBP d 1dnot proper ty design conttols to ensure the proper recording o f fine s, penalties and forfeitures (FP&F) related to TDTR and the associated allowance balance . Specifically, CBP did not have a co nsistently execu ted process to update receivable amounts for offers rn comp romise or mftigated receivabl es. o CB P diet not prope rty design controls to ensure the timely resolution of liabilities for deposit accounts. wrnch are reported as part of other non-governmenta l liabiliti es on the balance sheet Specrticalty, CBP did not have a cons istent ly executed process to recognize prior disc losures and other deposits as cus todial revenue once a specifrcally ide ntifiable, lega lly enforceab le claim to the deposit arises. Rela ted to Refunds and Drawbacks . o The current refu11dsand drawbac ks IT system lacked effective avto matecl contro ls-to preven t, o r detect and correct excess ive d rawback claims . The programming logic d id not link drawoack clai ms to imports at a sufficiently detailed level In add ilIon. the system did not have the capa bil1ty to compare, verify, and track esse ntial informat ion on drawback claims lo the related underlying consumption entries and export documentatio n upon Which the drawback claim was based Further the system had not been configured to restrict drawback claims to 99 percent of each entry summary, in acco rdance with regulations for app licable drawback claims. o MamJal drawback rev iew policies did not req uire drawbac k speci alists to rev,ew prior arav,,backclaims at a suffic1enl level of detail against a selected import entry to de\errtune whet her In the aggregate , an excessive amount was claimed against impo,t entries. o Documenta tJon retention periods were not appropriate to ensure that importers maintained support for drawback transactio ns for the full ctarm time-penod and CBP ma,ntamed suppon for importers qualify jng for acoele rated filer stat us o Auto mated controls did not operate ettectiVely to prevent a claimant from e)(oeedmg til e continuous ooncl amoun t on file, Cause/Effec t . Pol1ctes and proced ures over the review of entry edit and exception reports were not suff,cie ntty to ensure perso nnel performed the controls consistent ly at all ports and Centers of Excellen ce and Expertise during FY 2017 . In addition, ex:isting policies a nd proced ures do not requiJe timely coordinaUon with a ll ap plicable parties. Failure to consistentiy adhere to existing policies and procedures for review and ver ific ation of reports may result in a potent ial misstate ment to the balance of net TDTR and total cash collections on the staternerrt of custodial actlvffies Inadequate controls could result in CBP's failure to identify a mounts tn at are due to tl're Treasu ry general fund. CBP d id no t consis lentty adhere to policies and procedures for the re.view of STBs; and CBP manage ment d iet riot d evelo p.and comm unicate polic ies and procedu res LO1.1nitormly pe
agencies to establish effective internal conlrol and financial systems and to continuousty evaluate and assess the effechvenessotthe Ir mternal control. DHS's implemenla!ton ofOMB Circular No. A-123 facilitates compliance wrth the FMFIA. DHS has implemented a mufti-year plan to achieve fiJII assurance on internal control However. lhe DHS Secretary's Assurance Statemenl dated f\tovember 14. 2017, as presenteclin Management's Discussionand Analysis of the Department's FY 2017 AgenoyFinanoialReport (AFR), acknowledged the existence of material weaknesses, and therefore provided qualified assurance that internal control over financial re.poriing was operating effectively as of September 30, 2017. Management'sfindings were similar to the control deficiencies we have described in Exhibl1s I and 11However continuous monitoring and testin9 of both financial and IT controls was not performedover all significant areas. While we noted the Department progressed toward full compliance with FMFIA and 0MB Cil'cular No. Ao123, the Department did not fully established effective systems, processes, policies, and testing procedures to ensure that internal controls are operating effectively throughoutt he Depali ment. We also noted deficiencies -0 , Entity-Level Controls. related to monitorin9 of the internal control system as discussed in Comment 11 Recommendation:We recommend ttia,tthe Department 52 continue ,ts corrective actions to address internal control deficiencies in order lo ensure full compl1anoe wrth FMFIAand its 0MB Circular No, A-123 approved plan in FY 2018. 53 conduct complete risk assessmentsto Identifysigrnficant risk areas and continuously morntor and test the financial and IT controls w1lh1nthose areas, 111-HSingle AuclitAct Amendments of 1996 (Single Audit) FEMA is the pomary granter in DHS, managing multiple Federal disaster and non-disaster grant programs.Th.e Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996, as implemented by Title 2 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR}, Pan 200 - Uniform Admi111strat1ve Requirements, Cosr Principles and Audit R/;1(/Uire ments for Federal Awards (Super Circular), requires agencies awarding grants to monitor their grantees; ensure they receive grantee reports timely; and follow-up on single audit l111d1ng s to ensure that grantees take appropnate and timely aclton. Although FEMA monitors grantees and their single audit findings, FEMA d1dnot iul~/ comply with provisions in the Super Circular in FY 2017 We noted that FEMA did not review all grantee single audit reports 111a t1me.ly manner Further, 1he decentralization ot grants management prevents FEMA from being effecbvety able to mornlor its grantees. compliance with applicable laws and 1eguIations. Recommendalton:We recommend that F'EMA: 54 implement the reC('J mmendatIons in Comment ll-F, Grants Management 111-fAntidefic i ency Act (ADA} Various managementr eviews and OHS Office of lnsPector General {OIG) investigationsare ongoing within ihe Department, which have or may identify ADA violat1ons, as'follows o The independent Invesllgation, at the Office of Intelligence and Analysis, related to the obligation of funds in excess of its continuing resolution apportionment in FY 2012 has been completed The pc:1ckage to nolTfythe Preside11t , Congress ancfthe U.S C;;overnrnertAwo unloii:lillty Off ioe (GAO) of the violation is pending OMS clearance. o In FY 20 16, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) finalized its investigation of payments made frorn FY 20 03 to FY 20 13 exceedfhgstatutory authority for continuing to provide medical care for detainees reteasectfrom custody. The package to nolffy the Presioent, Congress and GAO of the violation is pending 0M B clearance o In FY 2015, tt\e Management Directorate completed the 1nvestIgat1onof an over-oblIgat1on offl..1nds that occurred ,n FY 2013 . In FY 2017, OHS formally not1f1ed the President. Congress, and GAO of the violation. 1111 -154- FY 201 T Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004724 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000254 Page 459 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Reportp df for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial lniormatlon Independent Auditor s' Report Exhibit Ill - Comp liance and Other Matte rs o CSP is investigati119a potential ADA violation related to overtirne in excess of the annual cap ing on corrective -,ci'ioflS established in the FY2014 and FY2015 approf)fiations acts CSP is still wor1< to finalize the report o OHS 1s 11we stigating potential ADA violations related to '150 contracts and Other Transaction Agreements awa1ded rrorn FY 2010 to FY 2016 (rtve with USCG, one with ICE, one with C9P, 36 with the ManagementDlfectorate, and 107 Wittl the Transportation Security Administration) WJthoul the appropriate Congressional notification for awards greate.r than $1 milhon. o USSS is investigating a potential incident related to accepting voluntary services in v1olatmn of the ADA in FY 2014. o ICE completed its invesligation of a potential .ADA violation related to FY 2016 expendittJres made for ,mprovernentst o !he ICE Director's office in exQessof$5,000 without proper Congressional no1iiication The packa.ge to notify the President, Congress, and GAO of the violation is being prepared for routing to 0M B for clearance. Aecommendalion : We recommend tha,tOHS: 55. complete the internal 1ev1ews currently planned or being performed, and properly report the results 111 accordance with the ADA, where necessary Ill~ Federal Financial Management Improvement Act of1996 (FFMIA) FFMIA Section 803(a} requires that agency Federal financial managementsystems oorr1ply with (1) applicable Federal accounting standards. (2) Federal financial management system requirements. and (3) the United States Government Standard General Ledger (USSGL)at lhe transaction level. FFMIA emphas,zeslhe need for agencies to have systems that can generate tlrriety, reliable, and useful info!TT) alibn wilh whloh to make informed decisions to ensure ongoing accountability. Multiple Components did not fully comply with at least one of the requirements or FFMIA based on criteria set forth 1n 0M B Circular No. A-123, Appendix D, Compliance with the Federal Financial Mana gement Improvement Act of 1f)96, The reasons for noncomplia()Ct;'are reported in Exhibits I and II. The OHS Secretary stated in the Secretary 's AssuranceStatement. dated November 14, 2017, that the Department's financial management systems do not substantially conform to government-wide requirements mandated by FFMIA, The Department's remedial a.ctions and related ltmerrames are also presented in the FY 2017 AFR An element within FFMIA, Federal system requirements, is ensuring security over financial management information. This element is addressed further mt he Feoera//nformat,onSecurity ModernizationAct of 2014 (FISMA). FISMA requires tne head of each agency to be responsible for (1) providing information security protections commensurate with the nsk and magnitude oflh e harm resulting from unavthor\zed a.ccess,use, cation, or destruction or (1) information collected or maintained and (Ir) information disclosure, d1srupUon, mod1f1 systems used or operated: (2) complying With the requirements of the Act and related policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines, mcl.uding (i) information security stand.ards unoer the United S tates Code, Title 40, Section 11331, and (1i) information security standards and guidelines for national security systems; and (3) ensuring that information security management processes are mtegrated with agency strategjc and operational planning processes. We also noted weaknesses in Financial systems secuiity, reported by us in Comment 1-A, Information Technolog y Controls and Financia l System Functionality , which impact the Department's ability to fully comply WithFlSMA Recommendation: We recommend that OHS: 56 improve its financial management systems to ensure compliance wrth f=FMIA, and implement the recommendations provided ,n Exhibits I and II. 111. 2 u.s -155 - 0-epartmertt of Ho!T'etand Serunc:y CBP FOIA 004725 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000255 Page 460 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Reportpdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial lnfor!'l'lation Independent Auditor s' Report Index of Financial Reporting and Interna l Co ntrol Criteria (Listed by Exhibit , Alphabet ically) Criteria Refere nce 1-A Information Technology Controls and F inancial Svstem Funct ionalitv CBP 2013 Drawback Handbook, Issued (HB 3700-01B) Section 5.2 CBP Directive 5610-0048, Resolvmg Certain ACS Section 5 4, 56 , & 511 Exception end Error Reports CBP Directive No 5610-004B. Budget Clearing Account (BCA) and Suspense Item Report. (ACSR-CL-800) Attachment Part 8 Code of Federal RegulatiDns, Title 19 ?113.13, ? 113.65, ?191.51, & ?191.82 Federa l Financial Management Improvement Act of 1996 Section 803 Federa l Managers ' Fmancral I ntegtt(y Act of 1982 Section 2 GAO Fmanctal Management FFMIA Implementation Cnt1eaJ for Federal Accounla b1/ity(GAO -02-29) Page 1, Paragraph 2 GAO Standa rds for Internal Contrd in the Federal Government (GA0- 14-704G) Overview Section 1 &2 Principle 10, 11, 12. & 16 0MB Circular No A-136, Flnaroial Reponing Reqwrements , Revised Section V 0MB Memorandum M-13-23, Appendi x D to Circular No . Section 7 A- 123, Comp/ianoes with the Federa l Financ ial Management Improvement Act ot 1996 rreasury Financial Manual Bulletin No. 20 17-(17,USSGL Supplement Part I: FY201 7 Reporting Section IV Treasury Financial Manual Chapter 4700, Agency Reporting Requirements for the Financial Report of the Uniteq States Government Section1 & 2' US Code T itle 31, Ct,apler 15 ?1501 L-El Financial R@Oorting Code of Fe-aeralRegulations. Title 5 ?1315 Component Reqwrement s GU/Clefor Fmanc1al Reporting in FY 20 17, Version 1.0 Sections 7- 9 Federal Fmancial Management Improvement Aot of 1996 Section 803 GAO Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual (GA0-09-232G) Section 2 &4 Critena.1 -156- FY 201, Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004726 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000256 Page 46 1 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Reportp d f for Printed Item : 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Financial Information Independent Auditors' Report Index of Financ ial Reporting and Interna l Co ntrol Criteria (Listed by Exhibit, Alphabetically) Cti teri~ Refere nce GAO Financial Management FFM/ A Implementation C1itica/ tot Federal Accountability (GAO-02-29) Page 1 , Paragraph 2 GAO StandaJds for lntema l Control in the Federa l Government(GA0-14-704G) Overview Sect ion 1, 2, & 4 Principles 2 - 4, 7, 9 - 14, 16, & 17 NIST Special P\Jblicatton 800 -53, Revis ion 4, Security and Privacy Controls for Federal Information Systems and Organizations Chapter2 0MB Circular No. A -11, Prepara tion, St.fbmission , end ~xe cution of the Budget 0MB Circular No. A- 136, Finanoiaf Report ing Section 120. Appendix F Sect ion V Requirements , Revi sed 0 MB Memorandum M-13-23, Appendix. D to Circt.1/arNo . A-123. Co mpliances with the Fed.era! Financial Managetne11fImpr ovemen t Ac t of 1996 Section 7 0 MB Memora ndum M-16-17 . 0MB C/fcu/arN o. A-123 . Managem em s Responsibility ForEnterplise Risk Management and lntema/ Control 0 MB, 2 CFR Chapter l. and Chap te r II, Parts 200, 215 , 220 , 225, and 230, Unif orm AdministratNe Requir ements . Cost Princ1p1es.and Audit Requirements for Fede ral Awards Statement of Federal Financial Accounting standa rds 5: Acoount,ng for Liabili ties of the Federal Government Sect1011Ill ?20M13 summary, Paragraphs 22 & 67 statement of Federal Financial Account ing Standa rds 7. Aoc6untmg for Reveni.1eand Other Financial Sources and Concepts for Reconcil ing Budgetary and Fmancia i Accounting Paragraph 79 Statement of Federa l Financ ial Accounting Stan dards 33 . Pen$oQm;, Other Retirement 8er,etit$. and Other Postemployment Benefits : Reporting the Gams and Losses (tom Changes in Assump lions and SeleCUr,g Discount Rates and Valuation Dates Surnrnacy, Paragra ph 33 T reasury Financial Manual BUlletm No 2017-07, USSGL Supplement Part I, F Y2017 Reporting Section Ill & tV Treasury F1nancia l Manual Chapter "'700, Ag ency Reporting Req uirements tot the Financia l Report of the l,Jnited States Governmen t Sect ion 1 & 2 Critena.2 -157 - VS. Department of HorPe~andSecurity CBP FOIA 004727 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000257 Page 462 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financ ial Reportpd f for Printed Item: 18 ( A ttachmen t 1 of 2) Financial Information Ind ependent Auditors' Rep ort Index of Financial Reporting and Interna l Co ntrol Crite ria (Listed by Exhibit, Alph abetically) Ctiteri~ Refere nce ? 1501, ?1554 US Code Title 3 1, Cha pier 15 11..C Enlitv .t.evel Contr ols ComponentReqwremenls Guide for Fmanc1a / Reporting in FY 2017, Version 1 Q OHS Management Directive System, MD 1030 , Corrective Section 3 &8 Action Pfans Section V I Federal Fmanc1afManagementImprovement Act of 1996 Sec tion 803 Sect ion 1, 2; & 4 Principle 2 - 5, 7, 9-10 12 -14 , GAO Staridards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (GA0- 14-704G ) 16, & 17 NIST Specia l Putfoation 800 -53, Revis ion 4. Security and Pnvaoy Controls for Federal Information Systems and Chapter 2 Organizations 0MB Circular No. A -50, Audit Foilow Up Section 1 & 5 0MB Memorand um M-16-17, 0MB Circular No. A- 123. Management's Responsibility for Enterprise Risk Management-andInternal Control Section Il l St atement 01 Federal Fmano,al Accounting 8lanctards 5. Accounting for Uebifilies or/he Federal Government Summary, Paragraph 67 Statemen t of Federa l Financia.l Accounting Stan dards 33 Pensions, Other Retirement Benefits, end Other Postemployment Benefits: Reporting the Gains and Losses from Changes in Assumptions end Selecting Discount Rates and Valuation Oates Summary, Paragraph 33 11.0 Pron..rtv , Plant, and Eauiome nt Federal Financial ManagementImprovement Act oi 1996 Section 803 C AO Staridards for lntemat Control in the Federal Government (GA0- 14-704G) Section 1 Principle 3, 5, 10, 12, 13 & 16 0 MB Circular No, A- 136, Ftnanclal Repotttng Requirements, Revised Section II Slat emen l of Federa I Financ ial Accounting 8l andards 6 . Accounting for Property, Plan t, and Equipment Paragraph 39 USCG, Audit Re media tion Division (CG-845 ), /nt.erim Standard Operating Pr.J...__, - _ '.$~,:?_5_8:1! $o.6goo: ;$4:~2Qi , =...; $9_,pq_o~ .. $0. 000 $0.0000 $4. 644 $0.0000 $0. :~ ~ $~? _._ ' Underpayments $0.0002 $0.0000 $0.0000 $0.0000 ': Overpayments $0.0000 $0.0000 $0.0000 $0.2917 ::--..$ 1S-S93SP Figure 5: GAO's Fraud Risk Framework To-date, DHS has completed the initial fraud risk assessment, while continuously improving our existing processes. Specifically, DHS implementation status and accomplishments include the following: ? Commit: Leadership and all levels of the organization have committed to continuously identify, prevent, detect, and respond to fraud risks, while actively engaging the OIG to assist the Department in combatting fraud. Leadership commitment, in a holistic risk management approach, is evidenced through each of the components entity level control evaluations where assessments are made based on tone at the top and integrity and ethical values. Currently, RM&A is leading the financial and administrative fraud risk management initiatives for the Department with strong support from components, - 180 - FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004750 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000280 Page 485 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information ? ? ? ? while engaging the enterprise risk management work group to expand communication and awareness of fraud risk programs DHS-wide. Assess: As part of the Department's internal control evaluation, components are required to assess fraud risk on an annual basis to support its entity level control assessments, as prescribed within the Green Book (Principle 8, Assess Fraud Risks). In FY 2016, the Department led identifying fraud risks common to payroll, grants, payments (to include large contracts), and purchase and travel cards. Each component was required to assess the likelihood and impact of each fraud risk based on its control environment to create its financial and administrative fraud risk profile. In addition, Components were highly encouraged to identify other fraud risks that are specific for their mission and include them into its fraud risk inventory for consolidation. Design and Implement: For each identified fraud risk, components were required to identify control activities, leveraging work already performed through existing internal control evaluations while ensuring the mapped control activities address the fraud risk. Evaluate and Adapt: Once control activities were mapped or new control activities were identified, components were required to complete test of effectiveness. The results of testing would yield a residual risk rating by fraud risk/control, which is used to inform if the controls are effectively designed to mitigate the fraud risk or additional control activities are needed. Monitoring and Feedback: The Department, under the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), monitors the evaluations conducted by each component. Components were asked to baseline its understanding of its fraud risks and control activities in FY 2016 and FY 2017. Effective FY 2018, the Department will focus its monitoring in evaluating each component's fraud risk assessments, identify fraud risks that maybe pervasive Department-wide, and determine if the control activities are appropriate to mitigate or reduce high fraud risks. This initiative will enable the Department to identify opportunities to standardize controls, when appropriate and create synergies where data analytics can be most effectively used to monitor high risk areas. Furthermore, RM&A will continue to work with the enterprise risk management work group to communicate and expand on the awareness and implementation of fraud reduction measures, as needed. As part of continuous improvement, DHS continues to refine fraud risks by actively working with the fraud working group hosted by OMB, continuing to research and identify additional fraud risks and schemes that need to be included into DHS' fraud risk management framework and exploring data analytic options for payments. In addition, USCIS and ICE have implemented a purchase card data analytics program that enable these component to review 100 percent of its purchase card transactions monthly and target high risk transactions for further review. As the charge card program transitions to GSA SmartPay(R)3, the Department will assess applicability of data analytics to the entire program to prevent and detect unusual transactions early and target high risk transactions for review and trending. Other supporting initiatives include: ? Contract award, monitoring and oversight - Embedded within Federal Acquisition Regulations and the Homeland Security Acquisition Manual are measures to identify indicators of procurement fraud, and internal controls to prevent such fraud. OCPO monitors compliance with acquisition regulations and DHS policy across the Department, through its procurement oversight program. In addition, OCPO has an U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 181 CBP FOIA 004751 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000281 Page 486 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Age ncy Financial Report pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information o establ ished Industry engagement and commun icat ion program. providing an externa l control for detect ing fraud . Improper Payments - In accordance with !PERA. 0MB requires programs ident ified as suscept ible improper payments to be tested and the root causes of improper payments include an analysis of potent ial fo r fraudu lent activ ity. As part of report ing efforts . Components are required to report if any potent ial fraudulent act ivity occurred and refer these matters approp riately. Individualand HouseholdProgramFraud Data Analytics In response to the fr aud associated with Hurricanes Katr ina and Rita . FEMA estab lished the Fraud and Interna l Invest igations Division (FIID). located at FEMA's headquarters in Washington DC. FIID's mission includes ident ifying, mit igating , and preventing fraudulent losses of fede ral funds and assets through agency fraud awareness train ing and recoupment of losses in partne rship with the OHS OIG. One of FIID's responsibilit ies is to ident ify best pract ices to prevent and deter fraud . waste . and abuse in FEMA's del ivery of disaster assistance using disaster applicant datasets to ident ify current fraud trends and the most common indicato rs of fr aud . while continuing to seek new. innovative. and more effecti ve ways to combat fr aud. waste. and abuse using social media. Since its incept ion. FIID has shifted its approach fo r combating fraud fro m a react ive to a proact ive. preventat ive model. FIID coordinates and shares informat ion with the diffe rent FEMA program offices as well as personne l located at all three National Processing Service Centers (NPSC). Using that informat ion. FIID proact ively queries FEMA databases (datam ining) for applicat ions contain ing common ind icators of fraud and ident ifies fraudulent applicat ions. After ident ifying a fr audu lent applicat ion. FIID locks the appl icant's fi le in order to prevent fraudulent f unds f rom being disbursed. Using this proacti ve model. FIID has seen a dramatic increase in the amount of fraudulent funds prevented f rom disbursement as seen in the chart below. $ 20 .6 ? Prevented from Disbursement ? Submitted fo r Recou pment (In Millions) $1 4 .2 $10 .8 $7 .2 $4 .4 FY20 14 FY20 15 FY20 16 FY2017 Figure 6: Individual Assistance and Household Fraud Prevention and Recoupment -182- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004752 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000282 Page 487 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information As a continuous improvement effort, FIID identifies the datamining queries that have resulted in the highest number of fraudulent applications and uses them for every disaster. In addition, FIID provides in person, detailed fraud awareness and prevention training to all NPSC, the NFIP, the OCFO, the Federal Coordinating Officers Cadre and the FEMA Finance Center in order to provide them with information on current fraud trends as well as how to report any suspicions of fraud, waste or abuse. This initiative has opened the lines of communication to FIID and led to an increase in information sharing as well as an increase in the number of allegations of fraud referred to FIID by other components. To help the public to report fraud, waste, and abuse, FIID added the FEMA fraud and employee misconduct email addresses as well as their 1-800 tip line telephone number to the FEMA home page, in addition to the DHS OIG fraud reporting contacts. In response to recent disasters, FIID has prioritized Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, Maria, and Nate fraud complaints, investigations and datamining queries. FIID added fraud alerts and updates to the daily briefings (pre-shift) that is provided to all FEMA IHP intake personnel as well as information on fraud, price gouging, and how to report fraud to the National Center for Disaster Fraud (NCDF) to FEMA's webpages for Hurricane's Harvey, Irma, Maria, and Nate. FIID made contact with and is actively providing direct support to the DHS OIG in the Orlando Field Office and is prepared to provide additional resources and support to their Fraud Task Forces in Texas and Florida. FIID has also assigned a representative to the Council of Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency, Disaster Assistance Working Group. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 183 CBP FOIA 004753 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000283 Page 488 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Age ncy Financial Report pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information Reduce t he Foot print In FY 2015 . 0M B issued Management Procedures Memorandum No. 2015-01, Implementat ion of 0MB Memorand um M-12-12 Section 3 : Reduce the Footprint. dated March 25 . 2015 . which replaced Freeze the Footpr int. During FY2015 and FY 2016, GSA and the Department completed a predom inant use reclassificat ion exercise fo r the purpose of catego rizing mission assets. such as land ports of entry and aviat ion security assets. into their proper use. This exercise resulted in a reduct ion in the number of OHS assets in the Department's Reduce the Footprint (RTF) baseline. During February 2017 . GSA provided the Department with the ir RTF report of 31 .11 million square feet (SF) for FY 2016 . demonstrating a net reduction of 0. 1 percent fro m the FY 2015 RTF baseline . This actua l reduct ion was fa r less than the Department's planned target due to lack of fund ing and repriorit ization of limited fund ing fo r other projects . In add ition . O&M costs increased $8 million due to incrementa l increases in cost across thousands of buildings assets as well as improvements in report ing of the Depart ment's real property inventory. As the Department's reporting capab ility matu res. futu re variances in reported data are possible. Through FY 2022 . OHS ant icipates a 3.1 percent reduct ion from its RTF baseline of 31 .11 million SF fo r off ice and warehouse space. With in th is five-year plan. OHS projects to reduce its office space by 967 thousand SF and increase its warehouse space by 13 thousand SF for a tota l reduction of 954 thousand SF. In 2017 . OHS chartered a te mporary Field Eff iciencies Program Management Office (FE-PMO) to implement a unified cross-component planning process and identify opportun it ies for consolidat ions along common and/ or similar mission f unctions with compatible mission support require ments . ancho r locations . or future mission needs. The FE-PMOwill cond uct th ree regional st udies during FY 2017 and FY2018 and establish integrated real property mission support plans for all maj or metropo litan regions with a signifi cant concentrat ion of OHS assets and acti vit ies by FY2022. The regional plans will focus on increased utilizat ion of OHS assets and drive OHS office space utilizat ion toward the OHS 150 Usable Square Feet (USF)/ Full Time Equivalent (FTE) standard. Table 9: Reducethe Footprint Policy Baseline Comparison FY 2015 Ba r se me I 2016 (CY-l) I Change (FY 2015 Basehne-2016 Snapshot (CY) Square Footage (SF in mill ions) Table 10: Reporting of O&M Costs - Owned and Direct Lease Buildings2 FY 2015 Reported Cost Change (FY 2015 Baseline - FY 2016 (CY-1)) Operati on and Maintenance Costs ($ in millions) 2 Subject to Reduce t he Footprint -184- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004754 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000284 Page 489 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financia l Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information CivilMonetaryPenaltyAdjustmentfor Inflation The Federal Civil Penalt ies Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990, as amended, requires agencies to make regular and consistent inflationary adjustments of civil monetary penalties to mainta in their deterrent effect. The following represents the Department's civil monetary penalties, all of which were last updated via regulation in 2017. Additional information about these penalties and the latest adjustment is availab le in the Federal Register, Volume 82, No. 17. Table 11: Civil MonetaryPenalties Penalty - - - - - - ~ .-I Authority -- Non-compl iance wit h arrival and departure manifest requi rements for passenge rs, crew mem bers, or occupants tra nsported on commerc ial vessels or airc raft arriving to or departing f rom the Unit ed States Non-compliance wit h landi ng requi reme nts at designa t ed ports of entry for airc raft t ransporting al iens Violations of removal orde rs relating t o alie ns tra nsported on vessels or aircraft under secti on 241(d) of the INA, or for costs associated wit h removal under sect ion 241(e) of the INA Failure to remove alien stowaways under secti on 241(d)(2) of t he INA Failure t o report an illegal land ing or desert ion of alien crewmen, and f or each alien not reported on arriva l or departure manifes t or lists required in accordance wit h secti on 251 of the USC (f or each alien) Use of alien crewmen for longshore work in violat ion of section 251( d ) of the INA Failure t o control, deta in, or remove al ien crewmen Employment on passenger vessels of aliens affl icted wit h certa in disabilities Discharge of alien crewmen Bringing into the United States alien crewmen with intent t o evade immigrat ion laws Failure t o prevent t he unauthorized landing of aliens Bringing t o the United States aliens subject to denial of admission on a health-related ground Bringing to the United States aliens without required documenta t ion ~_ sp., - - I. Year Enacted . I Adjusted New ..Penalty . ... - - . - . ' 8 USC 1221(g); INA Section 231(g ); 8 CFR 280.53 (c)(1) 2002 $1,333 8 USC 1224 ; INA Section 234; 8 CFR 280.53(c) (2) 1990 $3 ,621 8 USC 1253(c)(1)(A); INA Section 243(c)(1)(A); 8 CFR 280.53(c)(4) 1996 $3 ,054 8 USC 1253(c)(1)(B) ; INA Section 243(c)(1)(B); 8 CFR 280.53(c)(5) 1996 $7 .635 8 USC 1281(d) ; INA Section 251( d); 8 CFR 280.53(c)(6) 1990 $362 1990 $9 ,054 1990 Minimu m $906 Maxim um $5,432 1990 $1 ,811 1990 Min im um $2,716 Maximu m $5,432 1990 $18 ,107 1990 $5,432 8 USC ? 1322(a); INA Section 272(a) : 8 CFR 280.53(c)(12) 1990 $5,432 8 USC? 1323( b); INA Section 273(b); 8 CFR 280.53(c)(13) 1990 $5,432 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 USC 1281(d) ; INA Sectio n 251( d); CFR 280.53(c)(6) USC 1284(a) ; INA Section 254(a); CFR 280.53(c) (7) USC 1285; INA Section 255; CFR 280.53(c)(8) USC 1286 ; INA Section 256; CFR 280.53(c)(9) USC 1287; INA Section 257; CFR 280.53(c)(10) USC ? 1321(a); INA Section 271(a) : CFR 280.53(c)(11) -185- U.S. Department of Homeland Security CBP FOIA 004755 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000285 Page 490 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information Penalty Authority Improper entry Dealing in or using empty stamped imported liquor containers Transporti ng passenge rs between coastwise points in the United States by a noncoastw ise qualified vessel Towing a vessel betwee n coastwise points in t he United States by a non-coastwise qualified vessel =. ~ - - - - -- Violation of Immig ration and Naturalization Act (INA) sections 27 4C(a)(1) - (a)(4) (First offense) Violation of Immigrat ion and Naturalization Act (INA) sect ions 27 4C(a)(5) - (a)(6) (First offense) Violation of Immigration and Naturalization Act (INA) sections 27 4C(a)(1) - (a)(4) (Subsequent offenses) Violation of Immigration and Naturalization Act (INA) sections 27 4C(a)(5)- (a)(6) (Subsequen t offenses) Violation/p rohibition of indemni ty bonds Knowing ly hiring, recruiting , refer ral, or retent ion of unauthorized aliens (per unaut horized alien) (First offense ) Knowingly hiring, recru iting , refer ral, or reten tion of unauthorized aliens (per unauthorized alien) (Second offense) Knowing ly hiring, recruiting, referral, or retention of unauthorized aliens (per unaut horized alien) (Subseq uent offenses) 1-9 paperwork violations Failure to depart voluntar ily Failure to depart ----_ . Certain aviation related violations by an individual or small business concern (49 CFR Ch. XII ? 1503.401 (c)(1)) -186- Adjusted New Penalty 8 USC? 1325( b) INA Section 275(b); 8 CFR 280.53(c)(15) 1996 Minimum $76 Maximum $382 19 USC 469 1879 $200 46 USC 55103(b); 19 CFR 4.80 (b)(2 1898 $300 46 USC 55111(c); 19 CFR 4 .92 1940 Minimum $350 Maximum $ 1100 plus $60 per ton - .- .- ----- Year Enacted ICE - - - . - -- - - ---. ----- - -- . --- -- - - 8 CFR 270.3(b)(1)( ii)(A) 1990 Minimum $452 Maximum $3,621 8 CFR 270.3(b)(1)(ii)(B) 1996 Minimum $382 Maximum $3 ,054 8 CFR 270 .3(b)(1)(ii)(C) 1990 Minimum $3,621 Maximum $9,054 8 CFR 270.3(b)(1) (ii)(D) 1996 Minimum $3,054 Maxim um $7,635 8 CFR 27 4a.8(b) 1986 $2, 191 8 CFR 27 4a.10(b} (1)(ii)(A) 1986 Minimum $548 Maximum $4,384 8 CFR 27 4a.10(b} (1)(ii)(B) 1986 Minimum $ 4,384 Maximum $ 10 ,957 8 CFR 27 4a.10(b)(1)(i i)(C) 1986 Minimum $6,575 Maximu m $21,916 8 CFR 27 4a.10(b)(2) 1986 8 8 8 8 USC 12 29c (d); INA Section 240B (d); CFR 280.53(c)(3) USC 13 24 (d); INA Section 274D ; CFR 280.53(c)(14) 'NP~Q._ _ _ Minimum $ 220 Maxim um $2,191 Minimum $1,527 Maximum $7,635 1996 1996 $763 . ., TSA _. 49 USC 46301(a}(1} , (4 ) I $13,066 (up to a total of $65,333 per civil penalty action ) 2003 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004756 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000286 Page 491 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information Penalty Certain aviation related violations by any other person not operating an aircraft for the t ranspo rtat ion of passenge rs or property for compensation (49 CFR Ch. XII ? 1503.401 (c)(2)) Certain aviation related violations by a person operating an aircraft for the t ransportat ion of passengers or property for compensation (49 CFR Ch. XII ? 1503.401(c)(3)) 49 USC 46301(a)(1} , (4) ----- - -- - 49 USC 46301 (a)(1}, (4) - -- Saving Life and Property Saving Life and Property (Intentional Interfe rence with Broadcast) Confidentiality Of Medical Quality Assurance Records (fi rst offense) Confidentiality of Medical Quality Assurance Records (subsequen t offenses) Aquatic Nuisance Species in Waters of the United States Obstruction of Revenue Officers by Masters of Vessels Obstruction of Revenue Officers by Masters of Vessels- Minimum Penalty Failure to Stop Vessel When Directed ; Maste r, Owner, Operator or Person in Charge Failure to Stop Vessel When Directed; Master , Owner, Operator or Person in Charge Minimum Penalty Anchorage Ground/Harbor Regulations General Anchorage Ground/ Harbor Regulations St. Mary's River Bridges/Failure to Comply with Regulations Bridges/Drawbridges Bridges/Failu re to Alter Bridge Obstructing Navigation Bridges/Ma intenance and Operat ion Bridge to Bridge Communication; Master, Person in Charge or Pilot Bridge to Bridge Communication; Vessel PWSA Regulations Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine Parades; Unlicensed Person in Charge vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine Parades; Owner Onboard Vessel vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine Parades; Other Persons -- ,US_CG. 14 USC 88(c) - $13,066 (up to a total of $522,657 per civil penalty action ) 2003 $32,666 (up to a total of $522,657 per civil penalty action) $1 1,182 (up to a total of $55 ,910for individuals and small businesses , $447,280 for othe rs) 2003 Violation of any other provision of t itle 49 USC or of 46 USC ch. 701, or a 49 USC 114(v)(2) regulation prescribed , or order issued under t hereunder (49 CFR Ch. XII ? 1503.401(b)) - Adjusted New Penalty Year Enacted Authority 2009 - --.- - - - - - - - -- -- - 2014 $10 ,181 14 USC 88(e) 2012 $1 ,045 14 USC 645(i) 1992 $5 ,114 14 USC 645(i) 1992 $34 ,095 16 USC 47 1 1(g)(1) 1996 $38 ,175 19 USC 70 1935 $7 ,623 19 USC 70 1935 $ 1 ,779 19 USC 1581(d) 1930 $5 ,000 19 USC 1581(d) 1930 $ 1 ,000 33 USC 471 2010 $11 ,053 33 USC 474 1946 $ 762 33 USC 495 (b) 33 USC 499 (c) 2008 2008 $27,904 $27 ,904 33 USC 502(c) 2008 $27 ,904 33 USC 533(b} 2008 $27,904 33 USC 1208(a) 1971 $ 2 ,033 33 USC 1208(b) 33 USC 1232(a) 1971 1978 $90 ,063 33 USC 1236(b) 1990 $9 ,054 33 USC 1236 (c) 1990 $9 ,054 33 USC 1236(d) 1990 $4 ,527 ', $ 2 ,033 -187- U.S. Department of Homeland Security CBP FOIA 004757 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000287 Page 492 of 5682 OHSFY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information Penalty Authority Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (Class 33 USC 1321(b)(6)(B)( i) I per violat ion) Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (Class 33 USC 1321(b)(6)(B)(i} I t ota l under paragraph) Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (Class 33 USC 1321(b)(6)(B)( ii) II per day of violation) Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (Class 33 USC 1321(b)(6)(B)(ii) II total under paragraph) Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (per 33 USC 1321(b)(7)(A) day of violation) Judicia l Assessment Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (per 33 USC 1321(b)(7)(A) barrel of oil or unit discharged) Judicial Assessment Oil/Hazardous Substances: Failure to Carry 33 USC 1321(b)(7)(B ) Out Removal/Comp ly With Order (Judicial Assessment) Oil/Hazardous Substances: Failure to Comply with Regulation Issued Under 13210) 33 USC 1321(b)(7)(C) (Judicia l Assessment) Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges, Gross Negligence (per barrel of oil or unit 33 USC 1321(b)(7)(D ) discharged) Judicial Assessment Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges, Gross Negligence- M inimum Penalty (Judicial 33 USC 1321(b)(7)(D) Assessment) Marine Sanitation Devices; Operating 33 USC 13220) Marine Sanitation Devices: Sale or 33 USC 13220) Manufacture International Navigation Rules; Operator 33 USC 1608(a) International Navigation Rules; Vessel 33 USC 1608(b) 33 USC 1908(b)(1) Pollution from Ships: General 33 USC 1908(b)(2) Pollution from Ships: False Statement 33 USC 2072(a) Inland Navigation Rules: Operator 33 USC 2072(b) Inland Navigation Rules: Vessel 33 USC 2609(a) Shore Protection: Genera l 33 USC 2609(b) Shore Protection: Operating Without Permit 33 USC 2716a(a) Oil Pollution Liability and Compensation 33 USC 3852(a)(1)(A) Clean Hulls: Civil Enforcement 33 USC 3852(a)(1 )(A) Clean Hulls: False statements 33 USC3852(c) Clean Hulls: Recreationa l Vessel Hazardous Substances , Releases Liability, 42 USC 9609(a) Compensat ion (Class I) Hazardous Substances , Releases Liability , 42 USC 9609(b) Compensat ion (Class II) Hazardous Substances . Releases Liability , 42 USC 9609(b) Compensat ion (Class II subsequent offense) Hazardous Substances . Releases, Liability , 42 USC 9609(c) Compensat ion (Judicial Assessment) Hazardous Substances , Releases, Liability , 42 USC 9609(c) Compensat ion (Judicial Assessment subsequent offense) 46 USC 80509(a) Safe Containers fo r Internat ional Cargo -188- Year Enacted Adjusted New Penalty 1990 $18 ,107 1990 $45 ,268 1990 $18 ,107 1990 $226 ,338 1990 $45,268 1990 $1 .8 1 1 1990 $45 ,268 1990 $45 ,268 1990 $5,432 1990 $18 1 ,071 1972 $ 7 ,623 1972 $20 ,327 1980 1980 1980 1980 1980 1980 1988 1988 1990 2010 2010 2010 $14,252 1986 $54,789 1986 $54 ,789 1986 $16 4 ,367 1986 $54 ,789 1986 $16 4 ,367 2006 $5 ,989 $14,252 $71 ,264 $14,252 $14 $14 $50 $20 ,252 ,252 ,276 ,111 $45 ,268 $41,446 $55 ,263 $5 ,526 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004758 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000288 Page 493 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information Penalty Suspension of Passenger Service Vessel Inspection or Examination Fees Alcol101and Dangerous Drug Testing Negligent Operations: Recreational Vessels Negligent Operations: Other Vessels Operating a Vessel While Under the Inf luence of Alcohol or a Dangerous Drug Vessel Reporting Requirements: Owner. Charterer. Managing Operator. or Agent Vessel Reporting Requirements: Maste r Imme rs ion Suits Inspection Permit Vessel Inspection; General Vessel Inspection: Naut ical School Vessel Vessel Inspection : Failure to Give Notice IAW 3304(b) Vessel Inspection: Failure to Give Notice IAW 3309 (c) Vessel Inspection : Vessel ~ 1600 Gross Tons Vessel Inspection; Vessel <1600 Gross Tons Vessel Inspection: Failure to Comply with 3311(b) Vessel Inspection: Violat ion of 3318(b)3318(f) List;count of Passengers Notification to Passengers Notification to Passengers: Sale of Tickets Copies of Laws on Passenger Vessels: Master Liquid Bulk/Dangerous Cargo Uninspected Vessels Recreationa l Vessels (maximum for related series of violations) Recreationa l Vessels: Violation of 4307(a) Recreationa l Vessels Uninspected Commerc ial Fishing Industry Vessels Abandonment of Barges Load Lines Load Lines; Violation of 5112(a) Load Lines: Violation of 5112(b) Reporting Marine Casualt ies Reporting Mar ine Casualties: Violation of 6104 Manning of Inspected Vessels; Failure to Report Deficiency in Vessel Complement Mann ing of Inspected Vessels Mann ing of Inspected Vessels; Employing or Serving in Capacity not Licensed by USCG Authority 46 USC 70305(c) 46 USC 2110(e) 46 USC 21 15 46 USC 2302(a) 46 USC 2302(a) Adjusted New Penalty $59 ,893 $9 ,054 $7,3 70 $6 ,666 $33 ,333 Year Enacted 2006 1990 1998 2002 2002 46 USC 2302(c)(1) 1998 46 USC 2306(a)(4 ) 1984 $11,478 46 46 46 46 46 1984 $2 ,296 $11,478 USC 2306 (b)(2) USC 3102(c)(1) USC 3302(i)(5) USC 3318(a) USC 3318(g) $7 ,3 70 1984 1983 1984 1984 $2,394 $11,478 $11,478 46 USC 3318(h) 1984 $2 ,296 46 USC 3318(i) 1984 $2 ,296 46 USC 33180)(1 ) 46 USC 33180)(1 ) 1984 1984 $22 ,957 46 USC 3318(k ) 1984 $22 ,957 46 USC 3318(1) 1984 $11,478 46 USC 3502(e) 46 USC 3504(c) 46 USC 3504(c) $239 $23 ,933 $ 1 ,196 $479 $59 ,834 46 USC4106 1983 1983 1983 1983 1983 1988 46 USC 4311 (b)(1) 2004 $316 ,566 46 USC 4311 (b)(1) 46 USC 4311(c) 2004 1983 $6 ,331 46 USC4507 1988 $10 ,055 46 46 46 46 46 USC 4703 USC 5116(a) USC 5116(b) USC 5116(c) USC 6103(a) 1992 1986 1986 1986 1996 $ 1 ,704 $10 ,957 $21 ,916 46 USC 6103(b) 1988 $10 ,055 46 USC 8101(e) 1990 $1 ,811 46 USC 8101(f) 1990 $18 ,107 46 USC 8101(g) 1990 $18 ,107 46 USC 3506 46 USC 3718(a)(1) $4 ,591 $10 ,055 $2 ,394 $10 ,957 $38 ,175 -189- U.S. Department of Homeland Security CBP FOIA 004759 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000289 Page 494 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information Penalty Manning of Inspected Vessels; Freight Vessel <100 GT, Small Passenger Vessel, or Sailing School Vessel Watchmen on Passenger Vessels Citizenship Requirements Watches on Vessels; Violation of 8104(a ) or (b) Watches on vessels; Violation of 8104(c). (d). (e}, or (h) Staff Department on Vessels Officer's Competency Certificates Coastwise Pilotage: Owner. Charterer. Manag ing Operator . Agent. Maste r or Individual in Charge Coastwise Pilotage; Individual Federal Pilots Merchan t Mariners Documents Crew Requirements Small Vessel Manning Pilotage: Great Lakes; Owner. Charterer. Manag ing Operator . Agent. Maste r or Individual in Charge Pilotage: Great Lakes; Individual Pilotage: Great Lakes; Violation of 9303 Failure to Report Sexual Offense Pay Advances to Seamen Pay Advances to Seamen; Remuneration for Employment Allotment to Seamen Seamen Protection: General Coastwise Voyages: Advances Coastwise Voyages: Advances; Remuneration for Employment coastwise Voyages: Seamen Protection: General Effects of Deceased Seamen Complaints of Unfitness Proceedings on Examination of Vessel Permission to Make Complaint Accommodations for Seamen Medicine Chests on Vessels Destitute Seamen Wages on Discharge Log Books: Master Fai ling to Maintain Log Books; Master Failing to Make Entry Log Books: Late Entry Carrying of Sheath Knives Documentation of vessels Documentat ion of Vessels; Activities involving mobile offshore drilling units -190- Authority Year Enacted Adjusted New Penalty 46 USC 8101(h) 1983 $2,394 46 USC 8102(a) 46 USC 8103(f) 1983 1983 $2,394 $1 ,196 46 USC 8104(i) 1990 $18 ,107 46 USC 81040) 1990 $18 ,107 46 USC 8302(e) 46 USC 8304(d) 1983 1983 $239 $239 46 USC 8502(e) 199 0 $18 ,107 46 USC 8502(f ) 1990 1984 1983 1990 1996 $18 ,107 46 USC 9 308 (a) 1990 $18 ,107 46 46 46 46 1990 1990 1989 1983 $18 ,107 $18 ,107 46 USC 10314(b ) 1983 $1 ,196 46 USC 10315( c) 46 USC 10321 46 USC 10505(a)(2 ) 1983 1993 1993 $1,196 $8,296 46 USC 10505 (b) 1993 $8,296 46 USC 10508(b) 1993 $8,296 46 46 46 46 46 46 46 46 46 46 46 $479 $1 ,196 46 USC 11506 46 USC 12151(a)(1) 1983 1983 1983 1983 1983 1983 1983 1983 1983 1983 1983 1983 2012 $479 $359 $120 $15 ,675 46 USC 12151(a)(2 ) 2012 $26 ,126 46 46 46 46 USC8503 USC 8701(d) USC 8702(e) USC 8906 USC 9308(b) USC 9308(c) USC 10104(b) USC 10314(a)(2 ) USC 10711 USC 10902(a)(2) USC 10903(d) USC 10907(b) USC 11101 (f) USC 11102 (b) USC 11104 (b) USC 11105 (c) USC 11303 (a) USC 11303 (b) USC 11303 (c) $57 ,391 $1 ,196 $18,107 $38 ,175 $9,623 $1, 196 $8,296 $239 $ 1 ,196 $1 ,196 $1,196 $239 $1,196 $479 FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004760 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000290 Page 495 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffo r Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information Penalty Engaging in Fishing Afte r Falsifying Eligibi lity (f ine per day) Numbering of Undocumented Vessel; Willf ul violat ion Numbering of Undocumented Vessels Vessel Ident ificat ion System Measureme nt of Vessels Measurement ; False Stat ement s Commercial Instru ments and Mariti me Liens Commercial Instrume nts and Maritime Liens; Mortgagor Commercial Instruments and Maritime Liens; Violat ion of 31329 Port Security Port Security; continuing Violations Marit ime Drug Law Enforcement ; Penalties Hazardous Mater ials: Related t o Vessels Hazardous Materials : Related t o Vessels; Penalt y f rom Fatalit ies. Serious Inj uries/ Illness or substant ial Damage t o Property Hazardous Mat erials: Relat ed t o Vessels: Traini ng Authority Year Enacted Adjusted New Penalty 46 USC 12151 (c) 2006 $ 119 ,786 4 6 USC 12309 (a) 1983 $11 ,967 46 USC 12309( b) 46 USC 12507( b) 46 USC 14701 $ 2 ,394 $20 ,111 $43 ,832 46 USC 14702 46 USC 31309 1983 1988 1986 1986 1988 46 USC 31330 (a)(2) 1988 $20 ,111 46 USC 31330( b)(2) 1988 $50 ,276 46 46 46 49 USC 70119 (a) USC 70119 (b) USC 70506(c ) USC 5123 (a)(1) 2002 2006 2010 2012 $33 ,333 $59 ,8 9 3 $5 ,526 $78 ,376 49 USC 5123 (a)(2) 2012 $182 ,877 49 USC 5123 (a)(3) 2012 $471 $43 ,832 $20 ,111 -191- U.S. Department of Homeland Security CBP FOIA 00476 1 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000291 Page 496 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Age ncy Financial Report pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information GrantsOversight & New Efficiency(GONE)Act Enacted on January 28 . 2016. the GONE Act requ ires each agency to subm it to Congress a report on Federal grant and cooperati ve agreement awards which have not yet been closed and fo r which the period of period of performance . includ ing any extensions . elapsed fo r more than two years. The follow ing tab le includes DHS open grants and cooperati ve agreements whose per iod of perfo rmance ended on or before Septe mber 30 , 2015. Table 12: Grants/ Cooperative AgreementsSummaryStatus ($ in millions) CATEGORY Number of Grant s/ Cooperat ive Agreements with Zero Dollar Balances Number of Grant s/ Cooperat ive Agreements with Undisbu rsed Balances Tot al Amount of Undisbu rsed Balances I 2-3 Years I I 3-5 Years > 5 Years 53 7 4 13 29 1 20 10 $105 $3 $9 DHS awards appro ximate ly $10 billion annually in grants and coope rat ive agree ments t hrough eight DHS financ ial assistance award ing offices. The award ing offices include t he Federal Emergenc y Management Agency (FEMA). U.S. Coast Guard. Domest ic Nuclear Detect ion Office. Office of Health Affai rs. U.S. Imm igration and Customs Enforce ment. Nationa l Protect ion & Programs Directo rate . Science and Techno logy, and U.S. Cit izensh ip and Immigrat ion Services. FEMA awards ninety-eight percent of DHS grants and coope rative agreements. DHS awarding off ices use disparate grant manage ment systems . and th is has created a multitude of challenges in closing grant awards and coope rative agreements on a ti mely basis. Accordingl y, the re are inconsisten t polic ies. procedu res and processes used to award and close grants . FEMA has begun an initi at ive to simplify and coordinate business managemen t and oversight app roaches fo r its grant programs and to defi ne grant system requi rements . Additiona lly, DHS is providing centralized overs ight and tra ining on grants managemen t processes . These impro ved processes and an integrated systems environ ment will better support t he close out of grants and coopera t ive agreements in a ti mely manner . Once fu lly implemented . DHS management offic ials will be able to make data-d riven decis ions t hat lead to faster act ion. and faci litate better outco mes for the American public . -192- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004762 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000292 Page 497 of 5682 DHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information Other Key Regulatory Requirements Prompt Payment Act The Prompt Payment Act requires federal agencies to make timely payments (within 30 days of receipt of invoice) to vendors for supplies and services, to pay interest penalties when payments are made after the due date, and to take cash discounts only when they are economically justified. The Department's Components submit Prompt Payment data as part of data gathered for the OMB CFO Council's Metric Tracking System (MTS). Periodic reviews are conducted by the DHS Components to identify potential problems. Interest penalties as a percentage of the dollar amount of invoices subject to the Prompt Payment Act have been measured between 0.002 percent and 0.010 percent for the period of October 2016 through September 2017, with an annual average of 0.004 percent. (Note: MTS statistics are reported with at least a six week lag). Debt Collection Improvement Act In compliance with the Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996 (DCIA), the Department manages its debt collection activities under the DHS DCIA regulation. The regulation is implemented under the Department's comprehensive debt collection policies that provide guidance to the Components on the administrative collection of debt; referring non-taxable debt; writing off non-taxable debt; reporting debts to consumer reporting agencies; assessing interest, penalties and administrative costs; and reporting receivables to the Treasury. The Digital Accountability and Transparency Act of 2014 was passed in May 2014 and updated DCIA requirements for referring non-taxable debt. U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 193 CBP FOIA 004763 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000293 Page 498 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information Office of Inspector General's Report on Major Management and Performance Challenges Facing the Department of Homeland Security ...I <( a:: Major Management and IJ.J z Performance Challenges LIJ Facing the Department c.:, c:: of Homeland Security ~ LIJ a.. en z I o o I I November 3 , 2017 OIG-18-11 -194- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004764 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000294 Page 499 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of2 ) Other Information OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL Department \l/HsJriu&tor1, of Homeland Security DC 2 0 528 / W\vW.cig .d11+;.gov Novemb er 3, 2 017 MEMORANDUM FROM: FOR: The Honorable Elaine C. Duke Acting Secretary ~k~o~ John Roth ~ lnspector SUBJECT: G eneral Major Management and Performance ChaJ lenges Facing the Depa rtment of Homeland Security Attached for your information is our annual report, Major Management and Performance Challenges Facing the Department of Hom eland Sec urity. Introduction Every year , pursuant to the Reports Consolidation Act of 2000, Federal Inspectors General are required to issue a statement "that sununariz.es what the inspector genera l considers to be the most serious manageme nt and per fonnan ce challenges facing th e agency and briefly assesses th e agency's progress in addressing those chal lenges .o This requirement is consistent with our dut ies under the Inspector General Act to not only conduct audi ts bu t , pursuant to Section 2(2) of the Act, provide leade rsh ip and recomme nd poli cies to promote econ omy, efficiency, and effect iveness in the Department's programs and operations. 1 This year, w e high lig ht the und erlying causes of the Department's persistent management and performance challenges, which hamper efforts to accomplish the homeland security mission efficiently and effect ively. The challenges are two-fo ld. First , Departm ent leadership must commit itself to ensuring DHS operates more as a single en tity LOuJ' i11tcn l.ion is It>~1dvise tJ1e Oq>>-n-1rnc11t, fi.mn a h1rn-11 I p1:rnpc<:1.iv< -:, 011 U1e <::e ll 1scs of its managc 1m:11.tcl 1c11kngcs, 11ot t.o prnvid, ' lkta ils tor d(;Vd oping spcci.fk Jl(~rfom1anc c goals, measw:es, and mllestones envisioned by tile CiPR/1 Modeniiza.tion /let of .JO10. Beca us e this statement is not rn1 atJilit, wc diHS o ften fa ils guidance a.nd tx>licies. ensur e full and open between emp loyees and management, offer su1Ti.cient communication training, and reduc e administrative butdens . Our reports are replete with examp les of insufficient train ing to enable and enhance job performanc e, 5 -199- U.S. Departmen t of Homeland Security CBP FOIA 004769 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000299 Page 504 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attac hment 1 of2 ) Other Information OFFICE OF INSPEC'IOR GENERAL Department of Hom eland Security The Challenge to Become a Leaming Organization Tu really "learn/ organizations need to make certain program and data is reliab le and gall'J.er the tlnai. for planning lell').ddecisio11 making, institute performance measures, ens ure compliance with policies and proc.edures, and establish and communicate best ptactices. Disparate data streams , legacy sys t ems , and unsuccessful attempts to transform IT systems ca n prevent ga thering of reliable data to assess risk, make decisions, and establish per formance measures. As the operational Department su .ugg les wiU1 rerned iating individual problems, U1e more difficult work of examining cross-cutting deficiencies and developing long-term solutions is often left unacldressecl. Components may learn lessons, but they have little incenti ve to app ly them . communicate them to othe rs to help them lea rn, or institute best practices. Thus. the same mistakes a re made. For example, because of a lack of forrnal oversight roles and respons ibilities, the Department did not report dtug seizures and drug interdiction resource hours to tl1e Office of National Drug Control Policy or ensure components developed ancl implemented adequate performance measures to assess drug interdiction activities. As a result . DHS co uld not ensure its drug interdiction efforts met required national drug contro l ouLcomes nor could it accurate ly assess the impact of the approximately $4.2 billion spe11.t annually on drug co n tro l activities. CBP contin u es to have prob lems measuring the effect iveness of it s pr.ogra.ms and operations; therefore, it continues to inv est in programs ru1d act wi thout t h e benefit of the feedback needed lo he lp ensu re it u ses resources wisely and 1mproves border securi t y , OIG and GAO have issued multiple reports assessing how well DHS and CBP detemrine effectivene -ss of pr.ogr a ms an d ope r at i o ns . Tn genera.I, the reporting shows that . alt.h011gh C RPh as 1.. mplemen i ecl many new progr a ms t o address border security issues, .if' has strugg led to develop measures of effectiveness , Further , CBP's data is often unreliable and incomplete and statistics are sometimes subject to misint erpre tation . rn the acquisition process, we ha ve found t hat DHS has estab lis hed the internal contrnls (e.g., the righ t peop le and processes) to acqu ire goods 6 -200- FY 2017 Agency financia l Report CBP FOIA 004770 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000300 Page 505 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of2 ) Other Information OFFICE OF INSPEC'IOR GENERAL Department of Homeland Security ru1d services efficiently, but does not a lways ensure compliance with the controls , As a resu lt, the Department does not always fully assess risk to determine priorities or catch problems early in the acquisition process before they evolv e into larg er prob lems. Acquisitions are allowed to proc ee d even if th e re is a failure t o comply with policies and procedures , Most of DHS' major acquisition programs continue t.o cost mor e than expected , take longer to deploy than planned. or deliver less capabi lity than promised. Although DI--IS has made much progress in acquisition management , our reports point to a contfou ing n eed for a strong centra l authority and uniform po licies and procedu res. Challenges Transforming 11' Systems The Department is not addressing IT systems holisticall y. In attempting to modernize the ir systems , multiple compo nents con tfaue to str u ggle w ith outdated legacy l'f (includi.ng financ ial) syst ems , cost overruns, s ecurity conce rns , funct.tonalily issu es . and a lack o f resoui'ces and proeesses l a adcll-ess user n eeds. The Department faces challenges implementing its Enterprise Data Strategy, Although it has started a number of initiatives and working groups that h ave coordinated and monito red dat.a inv estments across c omponents , officials said the Departm enl could provide additional assistance. Finalizing its im plementa Lion plans is e ssential. to DHS moving forward with the Enterprise Dara SLralegy ai1d ensuring department -wide st.andardization , i nteroperability, acce ssibility : and inventory of its data assets. USClS recentl y began add ressing 111 u ltipl e problems tiying to automat e application p rocessing for immigration benefits through the Electron ic Immigrat ion System (ELIS) , A series of audits disdosed a pattern of problems with ELIS performance a.nd function.alit;y , defi c iencies in system capa bi lities that i.1Sers need to p rn cess bene fits and servlc es, significant pP-rform anc.e pPob lems, system outages, and p roblems with sys te m in terfaces . Primarily beca us e of tec lmi cal and fu nctio nal d efici enci es, users issued near ly20,000 ~green cards" in erro r. ~LIS also hindered USCIS staff in their efforts to proc ess naturalization b ene fits , s lowing processing and produ ctivity a nd allow ing cas es to move forward .in processing despi te in complete or inacc ur ate b ac kgrou n d and se curity chec ks . 7 -201- U.S. Department of Homeland Security CBP FOIA 004771 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000301 Page 506 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financia l Report .pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachmen t 1 of2 ) Other Information OFFICE OF INSPEC'IOR GENERAL Department of Homeland Security CBP's IT systems and infrastructure did not fully support its objective of preventing the entry of inadmissible aliens to th e country , The slow performance of a critical pre-screening system greatly reduced officers .' ability to identi(y passengers who may be of concern or rep resent a national security threat. Further , frequent sys tem outages hampered inte1national pass eng er screening at airports. JT systems and infrastructure hind ered border security activities between ports of en try . creating excessive processing backlogs. Freq 11ent network 011tages hi nrlered air aJ1d marinr. surveillance operations. CBP heis 11ot yet addressed these long-st anding IT systems and infrastructure challenges . due in part to ongoing budget eonst r ain ls . ICE personnel investigating in -country visa overstays had to piece together information from dozens of systems and databases , some of wbi.ch were not integr ated and did not electronicaJly share informa tion . Despite previous efforts to improve information sharing, the DHS Ch ie f Information Offtcer did not pl'ovide the overs ight and cen tralized management needed to address thes e issues . AddiUonally, ICGBP did not ensure that its field pe.rsonnel received th e traming and guidance needed to proper ly use the systems cur rently availaJ)le to conduct visa overstay tracking, Manual checking across multiple systems used for visa tracking contributed to backlogs i.n casework and delays in investigating suspects who poten tially posed public safely or homeland security risks. The Hfa.y Forward Accordi.ng to GAO, five e lements are ke~y to making prog1 ~ ss iJ1 high - risk areas: lead ership conunitmen t , capacity , an act.ion plan, monitodng, and demonstraled progress. DHS leaders hip has nol always exhib it ed sustained co1nmitme11t to fully integrating it s components. The Department also lacks a clear structure of internal con trols to define priorities for the future, assess overall risk . examine and monitor the pP-rform a.nce of cnr rent progr a ms ;,i.nrl operat ions . c-omm1 1nic.Rte qll::i lity info1mation , and ensure account cib ihty Each of these e lements of intemal control is especial ly cl'itica.l wiU1-the e ver increasing attention on national security issues ., such as border control and immigration enforcement, which will exert sustained pressure on DHS to achieve its mission. 8 -202- FY 2017 Agency financial Report CBP FOIA 004772 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000302 Page 507 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information OFFICE OF INSPEC'IOR GENERAL Department of Hom eland Security Although th e Department cons istently imp lements recommendations from OIG reports, it has yet to demonstrate clear progress in addressing management and performance challenges comprehensively, The current flat and decentralized management will continue to move from crisis to crisis without making head1,vay. Incorporating Unity of Effort fundamentals into programs and operations and articulating a long-term vision, driv ing integratio n , and en suring informed d ecis ion m aking wi11 bette:r posit ion DIIS leadership to overcome these ch allenges. 9 -203- U.S. Department of Homeland Security CBP FOIA 004773 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000303 Page 508 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Reportpdffor Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information Additional Information and Copies To view this and any of our oth er reports, please visit our webs ite at: ww,~.oig.dhs.gov . For further informat ion or questions, please contact Office of Inspector General Public Affairs at.: DHS-OIG.OfficePublicAffairS(floig.dhs.gov . Follow us on Twitt e r at : @dhsoig. OIG Hotline To report fraud, waste, or abuse, visit our website at "'rww.oig.dhs ,gov and click on the red "Hot.line" lab. If you cannot access our website, can our hotline at (800) 323-8603, fax our hotline at (202) 254-4297, or write to us at: Depa r tmen t of Homeland Securit y Office of Inspector General, Mail Stop 0305 Attention: Hotline 245 Murray Drive, SW Washington , DC 20528 -0305 -204- FY 2017 Agency Financial Report CBP FOIA 004774 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000304 Page 509 of 5682 OHS FY 2017 Agency Financial Report.pdf for Printed Item: 18 ( Attachment 1 of 2) Other Information Management's Responseto 0/G's Report on Major Management and PerformanceChallengesFacingthe Department of HomelandSecurity l .S. Ot:p)tl'hncntor I IHmt.11:rnd Sttu 1-il)' w.,hlnl(IIIO, nc 2052ff Homeland Security November 13. 2017 MEMORANDI1MFOR: FROM: SUBJECT: John Roth Inspector General Chip Fulghum r~ " I 1 /Deputy Under Secre ary for Management Management Response to OIG-'sReport: "Major Management and Perfommnce Challenges Facing the Department of Homeland Security"'(OIG-17-08, dated November 3, 2017) Thank you for LlteOffice of Inspector General's (Ol G' s) annual repon summarizing what you believe arc the most serious management and performance challenges facing LheDepartment of your int.lependent nnd Homeland Security (OHS). Senior leadership continues to appre1.:iaLe unbiased perspective on Ot!partmeomlperfom1anceand values the open and transparent relationship it has v.ill1the O!G. The OIG's new approach this year in hig,hlighting..underlying causes'. of the challenges iden1ifiedi.nthe report provitlcs a valuable inpul. It is important lo note, however. that by taking this high-level approach. the report umlt:rslaLesa num~r of significant effons during the last fow years that are leadjng to !,rreaterunity uf effort amongst OHS Headquarters offices and the Operating Components. rhese eITortsinclut.lethe continued maturation or the OHS Joint Requirements process and DHS .JointTask Forces, as wel I as an 011going12-rcgion"'field efficiency" initiative that is taking a Department-wide view of all mission suppor1activities to identify and implement colocation and consoLidaLionopportunities to incre.1seDHS Component operations' cffectiveJ1essand efficiency. , and the public a set of DJ-IShas also developed ant.Isubmitted to Congress, the Adminislwtio11 111ore e;,,.-iensive border security and immigration performance measures that will be used lo assess and refine existing Deparm,ent policies, strategies. and operations. To further this effort, DJ-IShas established a OHS Jmmigration Data Integration Initiative to develop OHS-wide >f, -~.!! . "Jii 40l4. i,ri. I)'\' f\'14 kroJAt CBP FOIA 004783 l"fl f.111 I - na,.,,~ - DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000313 - Telfl!!\ f'f17bdl Page 519 of 5682 From : To : --- (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) au.l;:,(.IIJ.::l.:l.::ll&IAl,&l~J. ~ " ( b) (6); (b) (7) (C ) -- (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) Cc: (DJ{b);(DJU Bee: Subj ect: Date: Attachments : )(C) AS1BB- 11.08.17 Tue Nov 07 2017 17:10:44 EST AS1 BB- 11.08.17.pdf Attached is the Acting Secretary 's Briefing Book for Wednesday , November 8, 2017. (b )(6 );(b )(7) (C ) Program Manager , CBPTASKING & OC Briefing Staff Office of the Executive Secretar iat U.S. Customs and Border Protection (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) CBP FO IA 004784 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000314 Page 520 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004785 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000315 Page 522 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004786 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000316 Page 523 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004787 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000317 Page 524 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004788 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000318 Page 525 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004789 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000319 Page 526 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004790 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000320 Page 527 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004791 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000321 Page 528 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004792 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000322 Page 529 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004793 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000323 Page 530 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004794 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000324 Page 531 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004795 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000325 Page 532 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004796 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000326 Page 533 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004797 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000327 Page 534 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004798 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000328 Page 535 of 5682 AS1BB- 11_08_17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000329 Page 536 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004800 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000330 Page 537 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004801 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000331 Page 538 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004802 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000332 Page 539 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004803 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000333 Page 540 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004804 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000334 Page 541 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004805 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000335 Page 542 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004806 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000336 Page 543 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004807 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000337 Page 544 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004808 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000338 Page 545 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004809 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000339 Page 546 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004810 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000340 Page 547 of 5682 AS1BB- 11_08_17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000341 Page 548 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004812 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000342 Page 549 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 21 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004813 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000343 Page 550 of 5682 From : To : --- (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) au.l;:,(.IIJ.::l.:l.::ll&IAl,Ll~J. ~ " ( b) (6); (b) (7) (C ) -- (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) Cc: (DJ{b);(DJU Bee: Subject: Date: Attachments : )(C) AS2BB-11 .08.17 Tue Nov 07 2017 16:25:04 EST AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf Attached , please find the AS2 's Briefing Book for 11.08 .17. (b )(6 );(b )(7 )(C ) Program Manager , CBPTASK ING & OC Briefing Staff Office of the Executive Secretar iat U.S. Customs and Border Protection (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) CBP FO IA 0048 14 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000344 Page 551 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004815 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000345 Page 553 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY 1 CBP FOIA 004816 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000346 Page 554 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004817 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000347 Page 555 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004818 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000348 Page 556 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004819 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000349 Page 557 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004820 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000350 Page 558 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004821 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000351 Page 559 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004822 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000352 Page 560 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004823 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000353 Page 561 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004824 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000354 Page 562 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004825 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000355 Page 563 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004826 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000356 Page 564 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004827 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000357 Page 565 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004828 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000358 Page 566 of 5682 AS2BB - 11 .08.17 _pdffor Printed Item : 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000359 Page 567 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004830 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000360 Page 568 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004831 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000361 Page 569 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY 1 CBP FOIA 004832 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000362 Page 570 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004833 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000363 Page 571 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004834 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000364 Page 572 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004835 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000365 Page 573 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004836 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000366 Page 574 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004837 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000367 Page 575 of 5682 AS2BB - 11 .08.17 _pdffor Printed Item : 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000368 Page 576 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004839 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000369 Page 577 of 5682 AS2BB - 11.08.17.pdf for Printed Item: 23 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004840 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000370 Page 578 of 5682 From: To: --- (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) au.l;:,(.IIJ.::l.:l.::ll&IAl,Ll~J. ~ " ( b) (6); (b) (7) (C ) -- (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) Cc: (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) Bee: Subject: Date: Attachments : AS1BB-11 .07.17 Mon Nov 06 201717 :31:18 EST AS1 BB- 11.07.17.pdf Attached is the Acting Secretary 's Briefing Book fo r Tuesda y, November 7, 2017. (b )(6 );(b )(7 )(C ) Program Manage r, CBPTASKING & OC Briefing Staff Office of the Executive Sec retariat U.S. Customs and Border Protection (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) CBP FOIA 00484 1 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000371 Page 579 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004842 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000372 Page 581 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004843 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000373 Page 582 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004844 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000374 Page 583 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004845 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000375 Page 584 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004846 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000376 Page 585 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004847 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000377 Page 586 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004848 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000378 Page 587 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004849 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000379 Page 588 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004850 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000380 Page 589 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) 1 CBP FOIA 004851 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000381 Page 590 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) Criminal Organizations Terrace West 2 CBP FOIA 004852 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000382 Page 591 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) 3 CBP FOIA 004853 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000383 Page 592 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) O/R Inter-Agency Coordination During a National Special Security Event 4 Walnut CBP FOIA 004854 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000384 Page 593 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) (b) (5) 5 CBP FOIA 004855 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000385 Page 594 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004856 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000386 Page 595 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY 1 CBP FOIA 004857 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000387 Page 596 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY 2 CBP FOIA 004858 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000388 Page 597 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) PRE-DECISIONAL/DELIBERATIVE (b) (5) PRE-DECISIONAL/DELIBERATIVE CBP FOIA 004859 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000389 Page 598 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) Community Partnerships and Terrorism Prevention Page 2 (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004860 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000390 Page 599 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) Community Partnerships and Terrorism Prevention Page 3 (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004861 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000391 Page 600 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) Community Partnerships and Terrorism Prevention Page 4 (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004862 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000392 Page 601 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) Community Partnerships and Terrorism Prevention Page 5 (b) (5) CBP FOIA 004863 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000393 Page 602 of 5682 AS1BB- 11.07.17.pdf for Printed Item: 25 ( Attachment 1 of 1) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY (b) (5) FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY CBP FOIA 004864 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000394 Page 603 of 5682 From: To: Cc: ANAGAN PATRICKS (7)05) CBP FOIA {104865 Page 604 of 5682 (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Bcc: Subject: Date: Attachments: RON NIXON NY TIMES ON DHS' GLOBAL REACH Mon Nov 06 2017 09:54:38 EST image001.jpg image002.jpg image003.jpg image004.jpg image005.jpg image006.jpg Thesis.pdf Good morning, CBP OPA recommends approval to support CBP's portion of NY Times' Ron Nixon's story about DHS' global reach and how, to keep our nation safe, DHS begins well-beyond U.S. borders. For CBP's part, our efforts in JIATF - South (P-3's) and our engagement in Kenya are the areas in which Mr. Nixon has particular interest. As this is a DHS-wide story, Ass't. Sec'y Hoffman (DHS OPA) approved the engagement for all components involved (CBP, ICE, USCG, etc.). INA and AMO are both already aware and working with OPA on this project. On the CBP engagement, access to our folks in INA and Nairobi to discuss CBP's efforts/engagements there, such as our canine training on interdicting wildlife products, and the PIO/Communicators training. Ron was part of a media panel at the training for Kenya PIOs in June here in Woodbridge, VA. Ron has also requested a P-3 embark and OPA is coordinating with AMO for a flight to Costa Rica on Dec 1-3 and ASR. Ron will be travelling to Kenya following a personal trip to South Africa in midNovember and plans to be in Kenya Nov 20-24th. We (OPA) are coordinating a pre-brief with INA for Ron prior to his travel to Kenya as well as for his engagement there as OPA will escort him in Kenya. Ron has already spoken to AS1 (off the record) and interviewed several former CBP and ICE officials to include former ICE Director Hurd and former CBP Commissioners Kerlikowske and Aguilar. Mr. Nixon revealed that he got his inspiration from a master's thesis written in June of this year by PAIC Christopher Seiler at National Defense University entitled: BIGFOOT OR BIG MISTAKE: IS CBP'S EXPANDING FOOTPRINT HELPING OR HURTHING HOMELAND SECURITY. The abstract of that thesis: "Bad actors and transnational criminal organizations have the ability to move illegal goods, drugs, dangerous materials, and people of interest to the "zero yard line" of the United States. Without a buffer to protect the homeland, limited people, time, and resources exist to identify harmful items and individuals before they enter the U. S. and cause damage. The U. S. has relied on a geographical buffer and a positive relationship with Mexico and Canada in order to maintain our current security. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has expanded their division of International Affairs to build host country capacity, pre-clearance measures, and increased screening in foreign countries before arriving on the zero line. When it comes to securing the nation from those who would do it harm, CBP's global footprint is an efficient and effective strategy not only to keep malevolent actors off the "zero yard line," but out of the "red zone" CBP FOIA 004866 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000396 Page 605 of 5682 altogether. However, as with all deployments, these actions incur a fiscal and, unfortunately, human cost as some agents are killed in IED and Blue on Green attacks, leaving some to ask: are such forward deployments worth their cost? Are they the most effective way to secure the U.S.?" Very respectfully, - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Director, Media Division Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) iPhone: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 004867 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000397 Page 606 of 5682 Form Approved REPORT DOCUMENTATIONPAGE 0MB No. 0704-0188 !"UV"(; -,;,,9 bun:!on lcr lhls allleclan ol tAlcm,alk>nI$ .. i!l\aled u, e,rttage 111cur~or 1espo,1$e.lnc!"4iflll u,e ~for re-,;~ lnSlru<:l!Ons , oearded,and co111Qledng orid revle,,,tnQ1h!ic~n ollnformaUon . S"'1<1a,mmenb revardlna !hit burdtn e$1i.,. or an,_. a,pectol lltls cdleCUOnol lnformallon, lncf~g sug90S11onofpr r tKl..cir111 t>to bunfon lo O..pinne,,1 of O..le,.,_ , W'5hlnglon Headq (0704-0188?, 1215 Je!le,soo Davia HIQhway, Suite 1204, A~. VA 22;.ro~-cm , Resoondl!ob ,ho'-' , GRANTNUMBER Sc.PROGRAMELEMENTNUMBER 6. AUTHOR(S) 5d. PROJECTNUMBER Christopher M. Seiler Patrol Agent in Charge United StJltcsBorder Patrol 5e. TASK NUMBER 7. PERFORMINGORGANIZATIONNAME{S) AND ADDRESS(ES)AND ADDRESS(ES) 8. PERFORMINGORGANIZATIONREPORT NUMBER 5f. WORK UNIT NUMBER National Defense University Joint Forces Stuff College Joint Advanced Warfigbting School 7800 Hampton Blvd Norfolk.VA 23511-1702 9. SPONSORING/ MONITORINGAGENCY NAME($) AND ADDRESS(ES) 10. SPONSOR/MONITOR'SACRONYM(S) U.S . Customs and Border Protection 1300 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Washington, D.C. 20029 11, SPONSOR/MONITOR 'S' REPORT NUMBER($) 12. DISTRIBUTION/ AVAII.ABIUTYSTATEMENT Approved for public release, distribution is unlimited. 13. SUPPLEMENTARYNOTES Not for commercial use Withoutthe e~prcss written permission of the author. 14. ABSTRACT Bad actors and transnationalcriminal organizations have the ability to move illegal goods, drugs, dangerous ma1erials,and people of interest to the "zero yard line'' of the United States. Without a buffer to protect the homeland, limited people, time, and resources ex.is(to identify hannf-ulitems and individunlsbefore they enter the U. S. and cause damage. The U. S. has relied' on a geographicalbuffer and a positive relationship with Me,cicoand Canada in order to maintain our current security. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has expanded their division of InternationalAffairs to build host country capacity, preclearance measures,and increased screening in foreigncountries before arriving on the zero line. When it comes to securing the nation from those whowould do it harm, CBP's global footprint is an efficient and effective strategy not only to keep matevolentactors off the "zero yard line,'' but out of the "red zone'' altogether. However, as with all deployments,these actions incur a fiscal and, unfortunately,human cost as some 11gentsare killed in JED and Blue on Green attacks, leaving some to ask: are such forward deploymentsworth their cost'! Are they the most effective way to secure the U.S.7 15. SUBJECT'TERMS Border, Customs and Border Protection, Terrorism, U.S. Border Patrol 16. SECURITYCLASSIF1CAT10N OF: 17. LIMITATION OF ABSTRACT Unclassified 18.NUMBER OF PAGES 48 a.REPORT b.ABSTRACT e. THIS PAGE Unclassified Unclassified/ Unclassifwd Unclassified Unlimited 19a. NAME OF RESPONSIBLEPERSON Stephen C. Rogers, CoJoneli USA Director, Joint Advanced Wnrfighting School 19b, TELEPHONENUMBER Standard FOffll 298 (Rev, 8-98) Procnb?d byANSl $\d,ili,18 CBP FOIA 004868 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000398 Page 620 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) NATIONAL DEFENSE UNIVERSITY JOINT FORCES STAFF COLLEGE JOINT ADVANCED WARFIGHTING SCHOOL BIGFOOT OR BIG MISTAKE: IS CBP'S EXPANDING FOOTPRINT HELPING OR HURTING HOMELAND SECURITY? by Christopher M. Seiler Patrol Agent in Charge United States Border Patrol Not for Commercial Use without the Author's Written Permission CBP FOIA 004869 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000399 Page 621 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) This Page Intentionally Left Blank i CBP FOIA 004870 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000400 Page 622 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) BIGFOOT OR BIG MISTAKE: IS COP'S EXPANDING FOOTPRINT HELPING OR HURTING HOMELAND SECURITY? BY Christopher M. Seiler Patrol Agent in Charge United States Border Patrol A paper submitted to the Faculty of the Joint Advanced Warfighting School in partial satisfaction of the requirements of a Master of Science Degree in Joint Campaign Planning and Strategy. The contents of this paper reflect my own personal views and are not necessarily endorsed by the Joint Forces Staff College or the Department of Defense. This paper is entirely my own work except as documented in footnotes. SignatureC~ ~ 31 March 2017 Thesis Advisor: Signatur Approved by: ii CBP FOIA 004871 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000401 Page 623 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) This Page Intentionally Left Blank iii CBP FOIA 004872 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000402 Page 624 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) ABSTRACT Bad actors and transnational criminal organizations have the ability to move illegal goods, drugs, dangerous materials, and people of interest to the "zero yard line" of the United States. Without a buffer to protect the homeland, limited people, time, and resources exist to identify harmful items and individuals before they enter the U. S. and cause damage. The U. S. has relied on a geographical buffer and a positive relationship with Mexico and Canada in order to maintain our current security. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has expanded their division of International Affairs to build host country capacity, pre-clearance measures, and increased screening in foreign countries before arriving on the zero line. When it comes to securing the nation from those who would do it harm, CBP's global footprint is an efficient and effective strategy not only to keep malevolent actors off the "zero yard line," but out of the "red zone" altogether. However, as with all deployments, these actions incur a fiscal and, unfortunately, human cost as some agents are killed in IED and Blue on Green attacks, leaving some to ask: are such forward deployments worth their cost? Are they the most effective way to secure the U.S.? iv CBP FOIA 004873 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000403 Page 625 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) DEDICATION I would like to thank my Thesis advisors, Dr. Bryon Greenwald and Col. Doug Golden, USAF, for their continued assistance and guidance in this academic endeavor. Second, I want to thank my Seminar Two instructors, Col. Kevin Therrian, Professor Dave Rodermill, and Professor Mary Bell for their knowledge, humor, and dedication to making our seminar a success. Lastly, my Seminar Two classmates who have made the academic rigors of JAWS, behind the scenes learning, and off time a lifelong, enjoyable experience. v CBP FOIA 004874 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000404 Page 626 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION........................................................................................1 CHAPTER 1: ORIGIN OF DHS, CBP, and EXPANDING FOOTPRINT..................3 CHAPTER 2: TRANSNATIONAL CRIMINAL ORGANIZATIONS......................10 CHAPTER 3: CBP's EXPANDED FOOTPRINT AND HOW TO PROTECT THE HOMELAND....................................................................14 CHAPTER 4: CHALLENGES.......................................................................28 CHAPTER 5: RECOMMENDATIONS AND CONCLUSION...............................35 BIBLIOGRAPHY.......................................................................................40 VITA........................................................................................................43 vii CBP FOIA 004875 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000405 Page 627 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) This Page Intentionally Left Blank CBP FOIA 004876 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000406 Page 628 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) INTRODUCTION Contrary to common perception, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) does not just operate border control points and port of entry clearance areas. CBP personnel are deployed globally expanding the boundaries of security and training others to help keep America safe. For example, in 2005, in Asuncion, the capital city of Paraguay, a U.S. Border Patrol Agent spoke to Paraguayan Customs, Navy personnel, and multiple media outlets about Paraguay's importance in the Western Hemisphere's security. Known as the Heart of South America, Paraguay is part of the infamous Tri-Border Region, an area of South America notorious as a cross-roads for terrorists and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs). This stands as a clear example of CBP's strategy to accomplish its mission globally. Similarly, in support of USCENTCOM, CBP agents deployed with servicemen to Iraq and Afghanistan to assist those nations in providing for their border security while simultaneously enhancing security at home by thwarting the movement of drugs, terrorists, dangerous materials, and human trafficking through those countries. As with all deployments, these actions incurred a fiscal and, unfortunately, human cost as some agents were killed in IED and Blue on Green attacks, leaving some to ask: are such forward deployments worth their cost? Are they the most effective way to secure the U.S.? Due to the elevated security risk to the United States, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is expanding its global footprint overseas to increase the level of security of the homeland, reduce transnational crime, and facilitate trade and travel. This will be accomplished through foreign nation capacity building, pre-clearance measures, and increased screening. This analysis of historical events, current methods, and future threats validates CBP's international mission and recommends additional action to increase U.S. security. When it comes to securing 1 CBP FOIA 004877 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000407 Page 629 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) the nation from those who would do it harm, CBP's global footprint is an efficient and effective strategy not only to keep malevolent actors off the "zero yard line," but out of the "red zone" altogether. 2 CBP FOIA 004878 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000408 Page 630 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) CHAPTER 1 Origins of DHS, CBP, and Expanding Footprint Borders are heaven, they are nirvana for traffickers and for the illicit networks in which they function.1 Michael Miklaucic Director, Center for Complex Operations The morning was just like every other morning; people took their kids to work, others were on their way for their morning coffee, and the United States lived in an isolationist bubble. A new, soon to be appointed, government employee reported for his second day in Washington, DC. Robert C. Bonner had reported for duty, but had yet to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the Commissioner for the U.S. Customs. At that time, U.S. Customs resided under the Treasury Department. Commissioner Bonner and the lives of everyone else in the country were about to change indefinitely. At 9:35 am, hijackers flew two commercial airplanes into the World Trade Center in New York City, one into the Pentagon in Northern Virginia, and a fourth planned to fly into the U.S. Capitol. This act of foreign grown terrorism on U.S. soil had horrific effects on the nation with 2,933 innocent lives taken. A number of changes were to come that would reverberate through the rest of U.S. history, including the invasion of Afghanistan and Iraq, the creation of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), a change in the way the U.S. combatted terrorism, and the loss of a nation's innocence. Immediately after the attacks, Commissioner Bonner knew that a change in the mission of U.S. Customs Service was essential to the survival of the U.S. Bonner made the dramatic change in the priority mission of Customs from interdiction of drugs and regulation of trade to 1 Michael Miklaucic and Moises Naim, "The Criminal State," in Convergence: Illicit Networks and National Security in the Age of Globalization (Washington, D.C.: National Defense University Press, 2013), 149. 3 CBP FOIA 004879 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000409 Page 631 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) preventing terrorists and terrorist weapons from getting into the United States. This led to a number of changes that will be discussed later in the paper, but the first step was to refocus the agency and personnel as a whole. Commissioner Bonner began his third day with an all hands meeting of U.S. Customs employees worldwide. He emphasized the importance of the attacks and how the priority mission had changed to preventing terrorist and terrorist weapons from entering the United States.2 The U.S. had been lulled into a false sense of security by the illusion that the vast oceans that surround the country and its relationship with peaceful neighbors would protect the nation. This idea of containment and mutual deterrence against this type of enemy was obviously not effective; a change had to be made. The United States, under President George Bush, took a three-pronged approach both to fighting the terrorist threat against the U.S. and global terrorism in general. First, the U.S. would go on the offensive and go after the terrorists, their leaders, and the countries that harbor them. Second, the U.S. would have a strong, coordinated defense of the homeland, which led to the formation of the new Department of Homeland Security. Lastly, the U.S. would begin an aggressive information operation campaign to undermine the jihadi message. Since its founding in 1789, the U.S. Customs Service has guarded the U.S. ports of entry and collected tariffs on goods coming into the United States. In 1924, the U.S. Border Patrol was created primarily to stop illegal entries along the U.S.-Mexico and Canadian International Borders.3 Each agency held a similar mission of protecting the nation's borders, but were under different parent agencies. After the tragedy of September 11, 2001, Congress created the Department of Homeland Security, and both agencies merged to form U. S. Customs and Border 2 Robert C. Bonner, "Securing the transnational movement of trade and people in the era of global terrorism." Strategic Insights, June 2006, 2-4. 3 U.S. Customs and Border Protection. "About CBP." 4 CBP FOIA 004880 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000410 Page 632 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) Protection (CBP). It is now the mission of CBP "to safeguard America's borders thereby protecting the public from dangerous people and materials while enhancing the Nation's global economic competitiveness by enabling legitimate trade and travel."4 It is now understood by the U.S. government and its citizens that the U.S. must "take the fight" to the people who are attempting to do the U.S. harm. Although on a smaller scale, CBP has a direct parallel to the Department of Defense and the "War on Terror" in order to prevent attacks on the homeland. CBP is expanding into foreign countries to be more effective and keep the bad actors away from U.S. soil. In order to fulfill the requirements of President Bush's three-pronged strategy, an aggressive reorganization of the defense of the homeland took place. The formation of the Department of Homeland Security was the largest reorganization of the federal government since 1947. The Homeland Security Act of 2002 (P.L. 107-296) created a framework for the transfer of all or part of 22 different federal agencies into the newly formed Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This included the U.S. Customs Service, U.S. Border Patrol, and U.S. Coast Guard. Title IV of the Act created the Directorate of Homeland Security headed by the Under Secretary for Border and Transportation Security.5 The Directorate was tasked with three responsibilities: ? Prevent the entry of terrorists and the instruments of terrorism into the U. S.; ? Ensure the speedy, orderly, and efficient flow of lawful traffic and commerce and; ? Establish the U.S. Customs Service and the office of Customs within DHS. 4 U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Vision and Strategy 2020, (Washington DC: Government Printing Office, 2014), 7. 5 Sec. 401 of P.L. 107-296; 6 U.S.C. 70114 5 CBP FOIA 004881 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000411 Page 633 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) The Homeland Security Act directed the President to reorganize the agencies under DHS no later than 60 days from the enactment. This moved personnel, assets, and obligations from the 22 affected agencies into DHS (See Figure 1). Part of this reorganization was the formation of a "One Border Agency" idea, which became U. S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). In addition, the U.S. Customs Service was renamed the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and was to include the Office of Field Operations (OFO), U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), and later the Office of Air and Marine (OAM).6 The Homeland Security Act accomplished a number of goals. First, it abolished a broken Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS), which had issued visas to several of the 9/11 terrorist hijackers six months after the attacks on America. The duties of the INS were divided and streamlined among the new DHS agencies to prevent further mistakes. Second, it combined the personnel from the United States Border Patrol, previously under the Department of Justice, with the U.S. Customs Service and the border inspectors of the U.S. Department of Agriculture under the new CBP banner.7 This allowed for one single agency to manage, control, and secure the nation's borders to include all the official ports of entry and the area between these ports for 6 On the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security, see archived CRS Report RL 31549, Department of Homeland Security: Consolidation of Border and Transportation Security Agencies, by Jennifer E. Lake; and archived CRS Report RL31493, Homeland Security: Department Organization And Management--Legislative Phase, by Harold C. Relyea. 7 U.S. Congress, House, Committee on Homeland Security, Reorganization Plan Modification for the Department of Homeland Security, Communication from the President of the United States, House Document 108-32, 108th Cong., 1st sess., February 3, 2003. 6 CBP FOIA 004882 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000412 Page 634 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) the purposes of preventing terrorist and terrorist weapons (bio and agro terrorism included) from entering the country, while promoting legitimate trade and travel. U.S. Department of Home land Securi ty SEcRETUY DEPUTY S K RETARY Sa ENCE a """"""""""' T EOtNOUMiY DIRE:crou. TI DIRE.croRA TI PaTI ONAl P:ROTKJlON oPltoG DIR.ECTOM Tt Poucr OtcEF Ftl!MNCJAI. OfRcEA OmCEOF HEALTH A.ff.AIRS OfflCEOf PUlNE RSHIP a. EN<oRDIIM.TlON FE.DEM.LIAW ENKMtCEMENr DET'Kno N Off JCI U.S.CUsTc>>itSa OfR CEOF TIII Of PaVAII Container Security Initiati e Office of Field Operations OPERATIONAL PORTS 11 FIGURE 3. Advise and Train CBP Attaches Custom and Border Protection has also included CBP Attaches and International advisors in multiple countries around the world to increase the layered approach and to assist our international partners in capacity building programs. Attaches are posted in U.S. embassies and consulates in foreign host nations and work closely with U.S. partners and with the host nation government entities. CBP personnel work closely with U.S. investigative and intelligence 11 Ibid. U.S. Customs and Border Protection. 22 CBP FOIA 004898 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000428 Page 650 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) personnel and advise the U.S. Ambassador and agencies of CBP programs and capabilities. These attaches assist in bridging the gap between the U.S. government and host nation governments in the previous mentioned programs in which necessitate host nation cooperation. International advisors typically are embedded with U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), other U.S. government agencies, or with the host nation border agencies. The advisors serve as consultants and trainers on international migration issues, infrastructure modernization, contraband detection, and interdiction. These operational relationships with the interagency and international partnerships are vital to the overseas footprint and effectiveness for U.S. and host nation security.12 International Advisors The U.S. military and government civilians are often tasked with providing stability operations to countries with which the U.S. has strategic relationships or that have asked for assistance. Local police play a unique role in the reconstruction of a democratic government. Foreign militaries can suppress violence and battle crime, but it is better left to law enforcement professionals. Local law enforcement can win the allegiance of the population on behalf of the local government and bring stability back to a region. The professional manner of the local police reflects the character and capacity of the government that is being reformed and reconstructed. Therefore, the police can provide crucial information when dealing with violent political factions and demonstrate to the local populace that the government is worth supporting. 12 "The Outer Ring of Border Security: DHS's International Security Programs." States News Service, 2015. 23 CBP FOIA 004899 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000429 Page 651 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) Secondly, they provide security for the citizens of that country. If the local populace does not feel secure, education, employment, and economic development are in jeopardy.13 U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents are deployed to countries on six of the seven continents, excluding Antarctica, to provide training and technical advice to foreign host nations. The role of the adviser can range from advising General David Petraeus in Afghanistan on how best to secure the Afghanistan/Pakistan International border; to providing tracking skills to Federal Park Rangers in Kenya to combat poaching; to technical assistance on safeguarding containers with Non-Intrusive Inspection equipment in Spain. CBP personnel are deployed all over the world for differing reasons and deployment durations. However, they all offer a very valuable service to the host nation country, enable CBP to expand its ring of influence, and provide added security for the homeland. 13 David H. Bayley and Robert Perito, The police in war: fighting insurgency, terrorism, and violent crime. (Boulder: Lynne Rienner Publishers, 210), 150. 24 CBP FOIA 004900 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000430 Page 652 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) Chapter 4 Challenges Any type of operation or overseas deployment has a cost-benefit analysis and naysayers who think that operation is too expensive or not effective enough for continued use. As briefly highlighted in Chapter Two, there are a number of counter arguments as to why CBP should not be deployed overseas and should remain in the homeland. Budgetary concerns, cultural issues, operational effectiveness, and complexity of the problem (as seen below) are the major issues that have been offered as to why CBP's footprint should not be expanded. Because the Department of Defense is a much larger organization and has more background with such issues, the parallels, as mentioned earlier in this paper, will be analyzed along with other references for a defensible counter argument. The New Global Security Envlroment National Security Threats from llllclt Networks llllclt Activities Narcotics Traffick ing Financial Crimes Secur ity Human Traffick ing Society Cybercrimes Governance Arms Trafficking Corruption / Extortion Counterfeiting 1 FIGURE 4. 1 Michael Miklaucic, and Moises Naim. "The Criminal State," in Convergence: Illicit Networks and National Security in the Age of Globalization (Washington, D.C.: National Defense University Press, 2013), 150-151. 25 CBP FOIA 004901 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000431 Page 653 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) Budget Constraints As with any operation, agency, or department, one's budget is what drives the ability to complete the mission. In the last 15 years, the U.S. has been involved in two very costly wars in Afghanistan and Iraq costing roughly $ 4.8 trillion. This figure includes: direct Congressional war appropriations; war related increases to the Pentagon base budget; veteran care and disability; increase in the homeland security budget; interest payments on direct war borrowing; foreign assistance spending; and estimated future obligations for veterans' care.2 Although CBP's overall budget is only a fraction of that, it still affects the overall budget of the U.S. Government and contributes to the budget constraints on all departments and agencies. The budget of CBP in 1995 was $1.4 billion. After the attacks of 9/11, by 2006, the budget had almost quadrupled to $4.7 billion.3 For 2017, the proposed CBP budget is $13.9 billion. This is a considerable increase in funding for manpower, technology, and infrastructure. Within that number are the numerous personnel and operating costs needed to train, house, and protect the agents that are stationed overseas. On May 29, 2015, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Jeh Johnson announced DHS's intention to enter into negotiations to expand air pre-clearance to ten new foreign airports, located in nine separate countries. In 2014, nearly 20 million passengers traveled from these ten international airport to the U.S. As discussed earlier, preclearance allows for the complete inspection of the individual before boarding the flight. More than 16 million individuals traveled through one of CBP's pre-clearance locations in Canada, Ireland, the 2 Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs, "Costs of War," Brown University, http://watson.brown.edu/costsofwar/figures/2016/us-budgetary-costs-wars-through-2016-479-trillion-andcounting (accessed December 28, 2016). 3 Harold Kennedy, "Border Security," National Defense, Vol. 91, Issue 632, (July 2006): 47. 26 CBP FOIA 004902 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000432 Page 654 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) Caribbean, or the United Arab Emirates in FY 2015. CBP's goal by 2024 is to process 33 percent of the U.S. bound air travelers abroad, before they ever board an airplane. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2016 (Pub. L. No. 114-113) provided the up-front appropriations that CBP may use to cover costs of pre-clearance operations until reimbursements are collected. The intent of this program is for reimbursements to help fund the cost of the program. These reimbursement come from airport operators. As of FY 2017, CBP has not collected any of the reimbursements from foreign airports. This, of course, may change in the future, but with the perception of the deep pockets of the U.S. government, foreign airports have been reluctant to pay to have U.S. CBP agents in their airports conducting security checks on the their citizens before departing. At issues is whether those agents and funding for them would be better utilized in the U.S. where there is positive control and better access to needed technology to conduct 100% checks. Having an effective number of agents deployed internationally performs a number of deterrence phases to the security of the homeland and increases the security of the host nation partners. The U.S. funds the CBP officers and the host nation covers the pre-clearance operations. With increased security, lower wait times for passengers, and increased throughput of cargo, the host nation is more effective and efficient. Ultimately, this program has proven to be successful and should remain, however, efforts must be increased to collect reimbursements. Cultural Issues Cultural issues that can provide obstacles to overseas deployment and combatting transnational criminal organizations are both external (host nation) and internal to the U.S. agencies countering these organizations. Networks of criminal organizations, terrorists, and smugglers are not a concept new to the 21st century; they are as old as man himself. The new 27 CBP FOIA 004903 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000433 Page 655 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) and emerging issues with these networks are their ability to globalize and the U.S. ability to counteract them. The methods for smuggling are no longer simple trails with donkeys loaded with illegal goods. Globalization has increased the quantity and speed at which items can move. Because of the international networks and number of players there is a lack of data regarding the operations and structures of these networks. If data is available, the networks are so complex that the computer models, testing, and tools do not have the technical capability to interpret them. This conceptual underdevelopment of the study of illicit networks and organizations is one of the core problems and provides for an enormous vacuum to counteract them. Sociologists, criminologists, and anthropologist all perceive transnational criminal organizations as differing phenomena. Sociologist view these organizations from a model based on their discipline, emphasizing the dynamics of collective human behavior. Criminologists tend to view transnational crime as an extension of individual criminality, best left to law enforcement agencies. Anthropologists, political scientists, and international relations specialists perceive the phenomenon through their colored lenses, which are also conflicting. These academic conflicts inevitably lead to conceptual confusion, competing models, and interdisciplinary competition for a definition of what transnational criminal organization are and how to combat them. 4 This academic confusion also bleeds over into the operational aspects of combatting international transnational criminal organizations. Lawyers will see them differently from law enforcement professional, who will see them differently from Department of Defense personnel. All have a vested interest in their niches and agendas. The number of agencies that are attempting to combat transnational crime are as numerous and varied as the networks they are 4 Ibid. Miklaucic, and Naim. 150-151. 28 CBP FOIA 004904 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000434 Page 656 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) attacking. Each organization has its own organizational culture, methods, authorities, jurisdictions, and idiosyncrasies. Just a few of the organizations who are involved in the effort to counter the illicit networks are: the State Department, Department of Defense, Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and the Treasury Department. These parent organizations are further broken down into the Federal Bureau of Investigation; the Drug Enforcement Administration; the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives; and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. To further complicate issues, various intelligence agencies are involved, including the Central Intelligence Agency, Defense Intelligence Agency, and each of the DHS agency intelligence offices. Law enforcement organizations understand their role as building criminal cases and prosecuting the individual or organization in a court of law. Whereas military organizations tend to view the challenges in terms of battle campaigns and strikes. The problem of information sharing between organizations is also extremely difficult because of classifications and internal relationships. The differences that have been discussed above are just a few of the problems preventing effective cooperation and the ability to be successful against the transnational criminal networks.5 Even more complicated can be the relationship between host nation countries with respect to each other and with the United States. These aforementioned conceptual seams create differing perceptions of illicit networks and illicit commerce within multilateral and bilateral efforts to combat transnational crime. Some nation-states view narcotic trafficking as a demand problem, while others view it as a supply problem; counterfeiting can be seen as a violation of international law or, it may be viewed as a jobs program and method to inject money into the system. National borders are what create price differentiation and supply and demand issues that 5 Ibid., 150. 29 CBP FOIA 004905 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000435 Page 657 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) drive the profits of illegal commerce. Borders also provide a safe haven for criminals, terrorists, and illicit networks to hide within. The laws of the nation-state, differences in sovereignty, and border seams allow for the constant jumping back and forth between countries. This creates jurisdictional nightmares for governmental agencies working to combat illegal activities. So while borders are very confining and necessary for national sovereignty, they allow for traffickers to justify their existence, protect them, make their way of life possible, and allow their business to be profitable.6 Operational Effectiveness There are three conceptual delusions regarding transnational criminal networks that influence the way nation-states, law enforcement, defense departments, and civilians combat them. The first is the attitude that crime is crime, and it has been around since the beginning of time, and there is nothing new out there. This is the wrong way to view the problem. The velocity and magnitude of illicit commerce today are unprecedented, representing between 2 to 25 percent of global products.7 That amount of illicit goods greatly contributes to a culture of corruption, physical threats against nation states, and the loss of billions of dollars in legal taxes and tariffs. Secondly, illicit networks and transnational crime are often viewed as just about crime and criminals. If the problem is dealt with in a traditional way, with the typical institutions of law enforcement, courts, and jails, the problem will not be solved. The challenge is with the public institutions, and integrity of public administration and their ability to provide incentives and reinforce the value of service to the state. This needs to be a grassroots effort that starts in the schools, churches, homes, and communities through media and with the application of 6 7 Ibid., 151-152. Ibid., 152. 30 CBP FOIA 004906 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000436 Page 658 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) incentives and disincentives. Lastly, the individuals involved cannot be regarded as criminals and deviants. Cesare Lombroso, a 1900th century Italian criminologist, argued that criminal nature is inherited and represents a regression from normal human development. His theory of anthropological criminology does not apply and these criminal individuals are only a product of their situation.8 Just because one is a criminal does not necessarily mean he is a deviant. Approximately 8 to 10 percent of China's gross domestic product is associated with the manufacturing and sale of counterfeit goods. Even more alarming, sixty percent of Afghanistan's gross national product comes from the cultivation, production, and distribution of the poppy.9 Utilizing these two examples and noting the number of people who are involved in the transnational networks, are they guilty of breaking criminal statutes and deviants or just trying to provide for their families? This only adds to the complexity of the problem, who to arrest, and how to attack it. As discussed earlier in this paper, deterrence is the primary method CBP utilizes to combat transnational crime. By utilizing multiple checks and layered security, the bad actors know it is almost impossible to avoid detection through the common channels that they would commonly move people or illegal goods. For this reason they must utilize other, more expensive, dangerous paths. These commodity chains often span significant geographic areas and require multiple steps, payments, and individuals to be successful. Those who often move the products do not have direct access to money laundering, hawala networks, or transportation networks for the profits of these commodities. Payments are made with cash, weapons, drugs, 8 9 David Horn, The Criminal Body: Lombroso and the Anatomy of Deviance, (New York: Routledge 2006), 18. Ibid., Miklaucic, and Naim, 150. 31 CBP FOIA 004907 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000437 Page 659 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) chemicals or other materials that are deemed valuable to the network.10 This creates huge losses and complexities in the chain and makes the transportation of illicit goods and people very difficult. The true issue with deterrence operations, whether in Department of Defense or U.S. Customs and Border Protection operations, is that there is no true way of knowing if deterrence is effective. The previous paragraphs illustrate how deterrence operations are intended to work and cause discomfort and confusion for transnational criminal organizations. However, there are no measures of effectiveness on the quantity of an illegal good or the number of people that are still making it into the U.S. without inspection. At best, it is estimated that only one third of all illegal aliens and illicit material are being interdicted. Some argue that CBP personnel and resources would be better allocated in the homeland where interdictions and arrests can be better measured and personnel are playing on their home turf. Measuring direct and indirect impacts to transnational crimes require a great number of assumptions, data, and models that cannot totally be understood because of the size and complexity. However, using the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC's) model for impact of illegal markets it is estimated that the total amount for illegal drugs, human trafficking, excised goods, environmental crimes, and counterfeits can reach the $1.5 trillion in direct and indirect effect on society.11 With those facts it is important for CBP to do everything 10 Douglas Farah, "Fixers, Super Fixers, and Shadow Facilitator: How Networks Connect," in Convergence: Illicit Networks and National Security in the Age of Globalization, (Washington, D.C.: National Defense University Press, 2013), 75-76. 11 Justin Picard, "Can We Estimate the Global Scale and Impact of Illicit Trade" in Convergence: Illicit Networks and National Security in the Age of Globalization, (Washington, D.C.: National Defense University Press, 2013), 57. 32 CBP FOIA 004908 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000438 Page 660 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) in its power to combat these issues. Providing deterrence in foreign countries to increase the chance of seizures and the arrest of individuals is well worth the effort, risk, and funding. 33 CBP FOIA 004909 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000439 Page 661 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) Chapter 5 Recommendations and Conclusion Recommendations This paper has outlined the benefits of CBP's expansion overseas and will provide recommendations on how that expansion can continue and improve both the host nation and the U.S.'s national security. The first recommendation is to continue the assessment of the countries in which CBP is invested. The Assistant Commissioner of International Affairs, Mark R. Koumans, twice a year has either a face-to-face or a secure video teleconference meeting with all of the CBP attaches worldwide to discuss the status of CBP, the impact it is having in those host nations, and if continued engagement is needed. These semi-annual assessments ensure that CBP's personnel and budget are utilized wisely and effectively. The agency and the attaches are flexible and adaptable enough that if they need to return to the U.S. it can be accomplished rather quickly. Second, CBP should continue and expand its overseas short term deployment to countries that request assistance. The Border Patrol Special Operations Group needs to continue to send teams to countries that need assessments. Short term deployment teams are able to assess what a country's border enforcement capability and capacities are and how to improve them. The gaps could be in hiring, initial training, leadership, and or technology and infrastructure. Although most countries do not have the financial abilities to train, equip, and provide infrastructure similar to the U.S., small improvements in training, tactics, and procedures can greatly influence one's ability to be more effective. 34 CBP FOIA 004910 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000440 Page 662 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) Lastly, the Office of Field Operations needs to engage the CBP Office of Trade to continue and expand their international operations and advisement. Enforcement is only half of the CBP mission, the other half is the facilitation of trade and travel. CBP personnel need to engage individuals in transit to the U.S., container security initiatives, and trade procedures. The U.S., if needed, could lock the border down so no one could enter or depart. This idea, however, is not conducive to the American way of life both for personal travel and for the goods the U.S. imports and exports. There needs to be a balance between travel and trade and enforcement and interdiction. Conclusion This paper has outlined the events that led to the formation of the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the damage that transnational criminal organizations can do to U.S. national interests and security, how CBP's expanding footprint is assisting with the security of the homeland, the challenges and counter-argument to CBP's expansion, and finally recommendations for expansion of overseas operations to further the efficiency and effectiveness on the CBP mission. Both sides of the original thesis question: Bigfoot or big mistake: Is CBP's expanding footprint helping or hurting homeland security? have been addressed. CBP International Affairs is only a small part of DHS and an even smaller part of the giant U.S. government. 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Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs, "Costs of War," Brown University, http://watson.brown.edu/costsofwar/figures/2016/us-budgetary-costs-wars-through-2016-479trillion-and-counting (accessed December 28, 2016). 38 CBP FOIA 004914 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000444 Page 666 of 5682 Thesis.pdf for Printed Item: 27 ( Attachment 7 of 7) VITA Mr. Christopher M. Seiler, (DHS/CBP) is the Patrol Agent in Charge serving in the U.S. Border Patrol. He began his career in 2001 in San Diego Sector. In 2005 he became a member of the Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) and served on numerous overseas assignments, including Iraq. In 2008 he was promoted to Supervisory Border Patrol Agent in Imperial Beach, CA. He became an Assistant Attache in Kabul, Afghanistan for CBP International Affairs from 20112013. Following his service as an attache he was promoted to Operations Officer at the U.S. Border Patrol Headquarters in Washington, D.C., where he was later promoted to Assistant Chief in 2013. His most recent command is the Patrol Agent in Charge of the Special Operations Detachment in McAllen, TX. Mr. Seiler has a B.S. in Criminal Justice and a Master's Certificate in Advance International Affairs. 39 CBP FOIA 004915 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000445 Page 667 of 5682 From : To : Cc: (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) Bee: Subject: RE: Fina l Cleared version "Biometr ic Breakthrough: How CBP is meet ing its Mandate and Keeping Amer ica Safe" -- Frontline Magazine Date: Sat Nov 04 20 17 09 :01 :54 EDT Attachmen ts: Frontline - VoI9 lss3 - 1104 - Biometr ics.pdf Good morn ing everyone, The attached PDF is the Biometr ics section of the magazine with the updated text in the layout. I sent you a copy of the full magaz ine proof in a sepa rate ema il in case you need to sha re with anyone. (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) Visua l Information Specialis t / Public Affa irs Office r U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Public Affairs eare vers ion "Biometr ic Breakthrough: How CBP is meet ing its Mandate and Keeping u Jee : ina Ame rica Safe" -- Frontline Magaz ine Importance: High CB P FOIA 004916 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000446 Page 668 of 5682 Hi - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) As we discussed earlier, I met with (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) this afternoon and went over the suggested edits from the Front Office that pertained to him. He has cleared the attached version. So we are ready to move forward. - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Also as we discussed, when you send the final layout to please let me take a look at the biometric articles, so I can proof them one more time before you send everything to the printer. Thanks so much! Have a great weekend and please tell your family I said hello! :-) Take care, - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) P.S. I did not attach the two biometric side stories because, as I mentioned, the Front Office cleared them as is. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Writer/Editor Communication and Outreach Division Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection Ph: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Email: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) www.cbp.gov CBP FOIA 004917 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000447 Page 669 of 5682 From : To: Cc: Bee: Subject: Date : Attachments : Frontline Proof - 10-06-2017 Fri Oct 06 2017 10:52:22 EDT Frontline - VoI9 lss3 - 1006.pdf Not trying to bother you on your vacation, but I wanted to give you an opportunity to take a look at the current Frontline proof . I'll be delivering a proof to AC Friel on Monday . 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Friel N STAFFPHOTOGRAPHERS w Donna Burton, Glenn Fawcett 'L' EDITOR ART& DESIGNDIRECTOR Laurel Smith Ozzy Trevino :::, V> TheSecretaryof HomelandSecurityhas determinedthat publicationof thisperiodicalis necessaryin the transactionof publicbusinessby CBP. TocontactFronUine editorswith messages.contributions, ordeliveryconcerns,email:frontline@cbp .dhs.gov CSP FOIA 004921 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000451 Page 5 of 6010 5 Frontline - VoI9 lss3-1006.P.dffor Printed Item: 161 ( Attachment 1 of 1) Photoby Artens/Shuttersto,~k.com BIOMETRIC BREAKTHROtllGH HOWCBPIS MEETING ITS MANDATE ANDKEEPING AMERICA SAFE By Marcy Mason It's 7 :45 on a Wednesday morning in May at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and passengers are boarding Delta Air Lines flight 334 to Mexico City. One by one the passengers scan their boarding passes and approach a camera that's set up on a jetway where they have their pictures taken before they board the flight. The photos are being matched through biometric facial recognition technology to photos that were previously taken of the passengers for their passports, visas, or other government documentation. All is moving smoothly until the U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers assisting the passengers are alerted that they need to check one of the travelers. N It's a 28-year old woman, a Mexican national with a Mexican passport. The biometric system alerted the officers because when preflight information was gathered on the woman, no historical photos to match against her could be found. w :::::> V) !GBP? _, 0- 0 > w z::; ... z ~ Lt. 6 A CBP officer took the woman aside and looked at her passport. No visa was attached and the woman didn't have a green card to prove she was a lawful permanent resident. Upon further questioning, the woman admitted that four years ago, she had come into the country illegally. Using a specially designed, CBP biometric mobile device, the officer took fingerprints of the woman's two index fingers. "This was the first time that we had captured this individual's biometrics, her unique physical traits," said Bianca Frazier, a CBP enforcement officer at the Atlanta Airport. "We didn't have her biometrics because we had never encountered her before." As early as 2002, shortly after the worst terrorist attack in U.S. history, legislation was passed requiring the Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security to use biometric technology to issue visas and screen non-U.S. citizens entering the U.S.Then in 2004, more legislation was passed, authorizing DHS to collect biometric data from non- U.S. citizens exiting the country. Ultimatel y, the woman was allowed to board the flight, but when Frazier used CBP's mobile device to take her fingerprints, it created a fingerprint identification number that is specifica lly tied to the woman. In the future, if she applies for a visa to return to the U.S. or is encountered crossing the border illegally, an alert will be triggered, indicating that the woman had previously entered the U.S. illegally and is on a lookout list. Additionally, when Frazier processed the traveler, the device automatically created a biometric exit record confirming that the woman left tl1e country. For more than a decade, the U.S. government has been struggling to find a way to develop a practical and cost-effective biometric entry/ exit system that fulfills a congressional mandate to keep America safe. CBP has partnered with the U.S. air travel industry to meet that goal and is implementing innovative ways of using biometric technology to provide better enforcement and a better experience for travelers. Biometricchallenge By 2 0 13, when CBP assumed responsibility for designing and implementing a system that could biometrically track travelers exiting the U.S., the government had been wrestling with tl1e challenge for years. Technology was part of the problem, but how to integrate that technology into the existing infrastructure at airports without driving up costs and negatively impacting airport and airline operations was a conundrum. CBP had been working with the airlines to track travelers entering and exiting the country since the rnid-1990s, using travelers' biographic According to Frazier, finding people who have entered the country illegally is common. Since June 2016, when CBP and Delta Air Lines launched a pilot program to test CBP's biometric facial recognition exit technology, passengers like the young Mexican woman have been found daily. "She was typical of the people who have entered without inspection," said Frazier. "Most days we find a minimum of two or three undocumented people, but sometimes we find as many as eight to 10 boarding a flight." N w :::::> V) !GBP? DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000452 7 Frontline - Vol9 Iss3 - 1006.pdf for Printed Item: 161 ( Attachment 1 of 1) information-- date of birth, passport number, document number, country of citizenship, etc. "The airlines sent us the manifest information in advance of the flight's departure," said John Wagner, deputy executive assistant commissioner of CBP's Office of Field Operations. "We did law enforcement work based on that data." But then, after September 11, biographic information wasn't enough. To increase security, Congress passed legislation that added biometric requirements for tracking travelers. "Inbound passengers were easier to track because we already had a process," said Wagner. "When travelers come off of an international flight, they are funneled through a secure pathway to the CBP inspection area. The airline transmits the biographic data to us. We verify that information when we read a traveler's passport and we make sure it's accurate. That's when we also collect fingerprints from most non-U.S. citizens." With outbound flights, collecting passengers' biometrics is much more difficult. "We've never constrained departures to be able to do that," said Wagner. "We don't have specific departure areas for outbound flights. International flights depart from all over the airport, so it was difficult to figure out where we could collect biometrics and what technology we would use." Added to that, CBP lacked support. "The travel industry stakeholders were vehemently opposed to any of this because they thought it would cost money and it would slow people down," said Wagner. The challenges seemed insurmountable. "We were focused on where is the magic technology that is going to make this work and address all of these concerns. No one had been able to find it because it didn't exist," he said. 8 would work best. Shortly thereafter, in 2014, a demonstration test lab was set up in Landover, Maryland. "One of the things we learned from previous pilots in airports is that airports are chaotic places. It's hard to do a really good controlled test when anything can go wrong and you don't know why. Was it because there were lots of delays? Were there weather incidents? Or did people miss their flights? Any number of factors could affect the performance of the biometric system, so we set up a test space where we could carefully control different variables to see how well our biometric concepts worked," said Arun Vemury, director of the DHS Science and Technology Directorate's Apex Air Entry/Exit Re-engineering and Port of Entry People Screening programs. "We evaluated more than 150 different biometric devices and algorithms. We put them together in different configurations and then brought in test volunteers to actually run through the process to figure out how long it took, what kind of throughput we were able to get, how well the biometrics matched, and what their performance ultimately was," said Vemury "Over time, we brought in more than 2,000 people from 53 different countries of origin, who varied in age from 18-85. We were trying to mimic the demographics of travelers coming to the U.S." New beginning One of the things that Vemury learned was that the algorithms used in facial recognition technology have become much more advanced. The algorithm is the formula that identifies the unique biometric features in a finger, iris, or face and then compares those points to corresponding areas in previously collected biometrics. "Because of the improvements in facial recognition technology, we can verify people's identities with facial recognition much more effectively today than we could even just two years ago," said Vemury. Wagner and his team took a fresh start. They reached out to the DHS Science and Technology Directorate, the department's research and development arm, to learn more about the biometric technology that was available and which methods of collection After nearly two years of rigorous testing and evaluation, DHS Science and Technology gave its findings to CBP in December 2015. "We turned over all of our test reports, economic analyses, quantitative analyses, concepts of operation, and staffing estimates," said Vemury. "The last thing we wanted was to have any unanswered questions. We knew we needed a biometric process that would work." "The pilots showed us that the facial recognition technology was accurate," said Wagner. "We grew confident that the algorithms were good enough to use and rely on." Field testing One of the many examples that illustrates this occurred at JFK in May 2016, when a traveler with a U.S. passport arrived on a flight from Accra, Ghana, and presented herself as a returning U.S. citizen. All of her biographical information was processed successfully, but the CBP officer who interviewed the woman had a suspicion she might be an imposter. The officer referred the traveler to a booth equipped with the facial recognition technology where her photo was taken and compared to the photo in her passport. The match score was very low and she was referred for further inspection. Concurrently, CBP was doing its own laboratory tests and conducted a series of pilots. "We ran several pilots to help us learn about the different types of biometric technology in the different environments where we work," said Wagner. For example, CBP was aware that U.S. passports were vulnerable to fraud and thought a biometric tool could help. After months of testing algorithms and cameras, CBP developed a one-to-one facial recognition technology that compared travelers against their passport photos. The pilot, which was tested on inbound flights, initially ran for two months, from March to May 2015, at Washington Dulles International Airport in Dulles, Virginia. At that point, more lab testing and analysis was done to improve the algorithm, and then a second pilot, which continues today, was set-up at Dulles and John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City. As part of CBP's one-to-one biometric facial recognition testing on inbound, international flights, a traveler arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport has his photo taken and compared against his passport photo to confirm his identity. Photo by Glenn Fawcett The woman was fingerprinted and the officers confirmed her true identity, uncovering that she was an imposter. In actuality, the woman was a Liberian citizen who had been denied a diversity visa from a green card lottery in 2015. She admitted that she found the U.S. passport in a marketplace and didn't know the true owner. The woman was then turned over to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services CBP FOIA 004923 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000453 Page 7 of 6010 9 Frontline - Vol9 Iss3 - 1006.pdf for Printed Item: 161 ( Attachment 1 of 1) authorities and sent to a detention center to await a credible-fear hearing to determine whether she would be able to seek asylum. Without the suspicions of an astute officer and CBP's biometric technology, the woman could have entered the country through fraudulent means. In another pilot at the land border, in Otay Mesa, California, CBP tested face and iris scans to biometrically record the entry and exit of pedestrians. "From these tests, we learned a lot about how travelers react to various biometric technologies," said Wagner. CBP also built a handheld, mobile device that allowed officers to run fingerprints on departing travelers. "We tested the Biometric Exit Mobile in 2015 at 10 airports around the country," said Wagner. "It showed us we could accurately take fingerprints from a mobile device and gave our officers the capability to do law enforcement and biometric queries on a smart phone if they saw that an individual requires further investigation." Biometric success story As a law enforcement tool, the Biometric Exit Mobile has produced stunning results. Case in point is an incident that occurred in May at Chicago O'Hare International Airport involving a Polish national couple who were boarding a flight to Berlin, Germany. When the couple presented their passports at the departure gate, the CBP officers didn't find any U.S. visas or country entry stamps, so they decided to run a check and swiped the couple's passports. The biographical information didn't reveal anything derogatory, but as a precautionary check, the officers used the Biometric Exit Mobile device to take the couple's fingerprints. The officers took the index prints of the woman first and within seconds, she came back as a watchlist hit. The same occurred with the man. Both had been ordered deported by an immigration judge, but they didn't leave the country. The officers wanted to clarify what they discovered, so they reached out to a colleague. "I pulled up the woman's name and nothing came up. There was 10 no record on her whatsoever," said Jonathan Cichy, a CBP enforcement officer who works outbound operations at O'Hare Airport. "However, when I checked her fingerprints, there was a hit, but for a woman with a different date of birth and a different identity, which she had been arrested and deported under." Then Cichy looked at the manifest for the flight. "I saw they weren't on it. There was no record of the identities they were using to get on the plane," he said. After checking further, Cichy found that both of the Polish nationals had criminal histories with multiple identities. "But none that came up in our systems because they weren't leaving under any of those identities. Biographics alone did not tell us the full story," said Cichy, who quickly rushed to meet the flight that was leaving in 20 minutes. The couple was allowed to board the flight, but not until Cichy had served them with legal papers to verify their departure and close out the deportation case. "If either one of them is found attempting to return to the U.S. without permission, they could be prosecuted for reentry after deportation, a felony that carries a sentence of two to 20 years," said Cichy. Decisive moment CBP's biometric exit tests culminated in June 2016 with a pilot program at the Atlanta airport. Wagner and his team had a breakthrough. All the work they had done for the past several years was finally coming to fruition. "We came up with a way of taking the information we receive about passengers from the airlines and matching it against information we already have in our government databases," said Wagner. Based on their research, Wagner and his team decided to use facial recognition technology. "We found that facial recognition was intuitive for people. Everybody knows how to stand in front of a camera and have his or her picture taken. Not so with iris scans and fingerprints. Every time a traveler does the process wrong, someone has to instruct 3 CBP started testing biometric facial recognition technology on departing overseas flights with Delta Air Lines in June 2016 at HartsfieldJackson Atlanta International Airport. Above, CBP Officer Ernesto Julien, right, assists passengers as they scan their boarding passes and have their photos taken before boarding a flight to Mexico City. Delta Air Lines Senior Agents Maribel Marcano, center, and Garrick Ealey, far right, welcome passengers aboard the flight. Photo by Rob Brisley him or her the right way to do it," said Wagner. Aside from being quicker than other biometric methods, facial recognition had additional pluses. The physical design of the camera didn't take up much space, and the equipment wasn't costly. Furthermore, CBP already had a collection of photos for biometric comparison. "People have already provided their photographs to the government for travel purposes," said Wagner. But the real feat was when CBP found a way to speed up the photo matching process. "As soon as a passenger checks in with the airline, the airline tells us who is getting on the plane. At that point, we find all the photographs we have of the people on the flight and we pool them, and then segment them into individual photo galleries for each passenger," said Wagner. "If there are 300 people on the flight, we find every photograph we have of those 300 people. Generally, that means we will have about 1,500 pictures because we have multiple photos of each passenger." Then, as the passenger boards the flight, he or she has his picture taken. That photo is compared to his or her individual gallery of photos rather than comparing it to a billion photos that are in DHS's biometric database. "The matching is done in real- time because it's a small file and it's accurate," said Wagner. The Atlanta pilot also was designed with certain parameters. "We did not want to add another layer onto the travel process," said Wagner. "We told our stakeholders, 'We want to design something that fits within your existing operations and infrastructure. We're trying to make things easier for travelers. We don't want to add additional steps or processes.'" Strong partnership Wagner reached out to Delta Air Lines to see if they would work on the pilot and the airline agreed. "We have a very strong, long-standing, collaborative relationship with CBP," said Jason Hausner, Delta Air Lines' director of passenger facilitation. "Normally, when they approach us to do something, we're in. We like to be in on the front end to provide our expertise and help shape things." Delta also had a long-range vision of using biometrics for its own operational purposes. "When we heard the proposal from CBP to test biometric exit technology, it resonated with us because one of the elements we were looking at is biometric boarding," said Hausner. CBP FOIA 004924 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000454 Page 8 of 6010 11 Frontline - Vol9 lss3-1006pdffor Printed Item: 161 ( Attachment 1 of 1) In February 2016, Delta met with CBP to develop a project plan and decided to test a flight from Atlanta to Tokyo, Japan. The pilot, which began in June, was successful, so by September, CBP decided to test another flight with a different demographic. This time tl1e flight was to Mexico City. "We didn't expect a lot of enforcement activity on the Tokyo flight. Years of clearing that flight inbound have shown a very low rate of enforcement violations," said Kevin Pfeifer, CBP's assistant port director of tactical operations at the port of Atlanta. "With Mexico City, we have a history of encountering enforcement violations on inbound flights, so we really expected to see the same percentage outbound and that's exac tly w h at we ' ve seen. " After more than a year of testing, the facial recognition technology has consistently shown a high rate of accuracy. "Our percent of successful matches is in the high 90s. It's even moved up a notch in terms of quality and accuracy," said Nael Samha, CBP's director of passenger systems who built the architecture for the pilot's operating system. Operationally, the pilot has performed well too. "One of the things we wanted to evaluate was the impact on our operations. Would it delay boarding? Would it impact our on-time performance?We're very metrics oriented," said Hausner. "So far, this test has not impacted us in any manner, and part of it is because of the approach that CBP has taken. They know that in order for their program to be successful, they need to artner with us." Industryinnovations Dur ing the summer of 2 0 I 7, CBP conducted technical demonstrations of the biometric exit facial recognition technology with various airlines and airports throughout the country. "We wanted to show stakeholders and the public what this technology is, how it works, and explore how biometr ic exit technology can fit into airline and airport business models and modernization plans," said Wagner. Some airlines are already making headway. At JFK and in Atlanta, Delta is testing ways to combine the facial recognition technology with its boarding pass procedures. "The CBP pilot is a two -step process by design, but it seemed to us that when this is implemented across the country, it should be a onestep process," said Hausner. In June, JetBlue Airways transformed this goal into a reality and was the first airline to board passengers using biometric facial recognition instead of boarding passes. Unlike the technical demonstrations that CBP was conducting with other carriers, JetBlue proposed the pilot. The airline wanted to design its own technology and incorporate it with CBP's facial recognition matching system. "CBP was very openminded with what we wanted to accomplish," said Liliana Petrova, JetBlue Airways' director of customer experience. "They flew out to Bosto n and spen t several hours with us and took the time to listen . We wanted them t to integrate the biometric technology with the experience at our gate." The pilot, which was tested at Logan International Airport in Boston, was assembled very quickly. "CBP gave it priority and helped us do a very fast buildout," said Petrova. "Not many partnerships, even private partnerships, function as smoothly." According to Petrova, the biometric system is part of JetBlue's strategy to remove the hassle from the traveling experience. "Passengers don't have to stop, look for their boarding passes or their IDs. The line moves faster and they don't have to wait as long," she said. "We're trying to take the anxiety out of flying and allow our crew members to interact more with customers." JetBlue's customer feedback was positive. "The customers are really delighted by it. They think it's cool and they're having fun," said Petrova. As a result, JetBlue has decided to expand the pilot in late 2017 with additional flights departing from Boston and JFK. CBP's future vision for biometric exit is to build the technology nationwide using cloud computing. "There are hundreds of airports throughout the U.S. where we provide services for international travelers and we still need to work through the deployment schedule and timeline," said Wagner. "We also need to determine the technology we'll use. We've been working with airports and airlines to arrive at some of those answers. We want them to tell us what the equipment should look like, so that it fits in with their operational needs." Plans are also underway to update CBP's biometric inbound technology. "We'll be using the same system for our arrivals processing as we do for biometric exit," Wagner explained. But that's not all that CBP has in store. "We're also looking at communicating with people on their mobile devices as they deplane," said Wagner. "If we can give travelers better guidance on how to navigate customs and the maze at the airport, we can increase efficiency and give them peace of mind." i]I N UJ ::, V) !!' 0..J JetBluewasthefirstairlineto incorporate itsownbiometric technology withCBP's facial recognition matchingsystemto verifypassengers exitingthe U.S. Apilot programusingthetechnology waslaunched AirportinBoston.PhotobyZack in May2017at LoganInternational Caplan Duringthe summerof2017, CBPconductedbiometr ic exitfacial ~ recognition technical demonstrations withvariousairlinesand airports w throughout the country.Here, CBPOfficerMichaelShammaanswers z a London-bound American Airlinespassenger'squestionsat Chicago ~ O'HareInternational Airport. PhotobyBrianBell ~ LL CBP FOIA 004925 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000455 Page 9 of 6010 13 Frontline - Vol9 lss3 - 1006 pdf for Printed Item 161 ( Attachment 1 of 1) An extraordinary example of how biometric e~t technology is enhancing CBP's enforcement capabilities happened in April at Chicago O'Hare I_nternational Airport. A 38-year-old, Indian national, Dipakkumar Patel, presented an emergency Indian passport to board a flight to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, where he was making a connection to India. While inspecting the passport, the CBP officer at the departure gate didn't find a U.S. visa and the pages of the passport were blank. There ,vasn't a U.S. entry stamp. When questioned, Patel told the officer that he had entered the country illegally through Mexico six years earlier. The officer decided to call CBP's Passenger Analysis Unit and asked them to nm the man's name through the law enforcement databases to check if he was on a watch list. A name came back with 22 aliases, and Patel's name was one of them. But it was a common Indian name and the match wasn't conclusive. So the officer decided to do a biometric check and called his colleague to come to the jet bridge to take Patel's fingerprints. Using CBP's Biometric Exit Mobile device, a handheld, biometric tool, the officer sv,iped Patel's passport and took prints of his two inde..xfingers. "All of our systems were queried and within seconds it came back that he was a biometric match," said Jonathan Cichy, a CBP enforcement officer who works outbound operations at O'Hare Airport. "He came into the country as a Portuguese national using one identity and was leaving the U.S. as an Indian national using another," said Cichy. "The Portuguese passport was legally issued to him, but he had obtained it fraudulently." And there was more. When Patel's name was matched to one of the aliases, an alert was sent to CBP's National Targeting Center, the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Inspector General, and Homeland Security Investigations. "Patel was linked to a call center scheme vvhere U.S. citizens had been I Photo by UrupongPhunkoed/Sr1uttee1 c,t " , , , ,,. . defrauded out of hundreds of millions of dollars in unpaid taxes," said Cichy. All three authorities requested that CBP detain Patel and stop him from getting on the flight. Patel was turned over to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and was placed in a local holding facility. He remained there m1til investigators from the DHS Office of Inspector General and HSI arrived to interview him. Patel was arrested on charges of passport fraud and, in May, was indicted by a grand jury in Atlanta, where he was taken to await his trial. In 2012, Patel had entered the U.S. through Atlanta, using the fraudulently obtained Portuguese passport. In August, Patel pleaded guilty to a slew of crimes. In addition to false use of a passport, he plead guilty to a conspiracy charge for his role in a multimilliondollar India-based call center scam that targeted U.S. victims. According to his plea, Patel and his co-conspirators perpetrated a complex scheme in which individuals from call centers located in Ahmedabad, India, impersonated officials from the IRS and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to defraud victims throughout the U.S.The victims were threatened vvith arrest, imprisonment, fines or deportation if they did not pay the money they allegedly owed the government. Victims who agreed to pay the scammers were instructed to prmide payment using prepaid credit cards or \/\-iring money. Upon payment, the call centers would immediately turn to a network of "runners" based in the U.S. to liquidate and launder the fraudulently-obtained funds. Patel served as a runner. "Without the use of biometrics, Patel would have been allowed to depart the U.S. and return to his home country. He would not have been linked to any of the fraud that he committed against the U.S. and our citizens," said Cichy. "Biometrics are a critical tool in law enforcement. They reveal a person's true identity and help us protect America." "F DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000456 N LU ::> (/) ~ w z :::; 1- z 0 0: u. Frontline - Vol9 lss3 - 1006.pdf for Printed Item: 161 ( Attachment 1 of 1) A HISTORY OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY planning, program analysis, and evaluation for entry/ exit transformation. "The program allowed us to Econon1ic impact Fasterprocessing identify low-risk travelers, so that we could focus our attention on the travelers we don't know much about." By Marcy Mason A few years later, in 20 12, CBP launched another At the same time that CBP was focusing on biometrics, the agency was developing technology that would expedite the processing of travelers and reduce wait times in airports. Air travel was growing, and by all indications, that trend would continue. According to the International Air Transport Association's latest projections, air travelers will double over the next 20 years. innovation - a self-service kiosk that helped speed up the traveler inspection process. The kiosks, known as Automated Passport Control, performed the administrative steps that CBP officers had traditionally handled, so that officers could focus more on inspections. The kiosks also enabled CBP to do away with paper forms, allowing travelers to submit their declaration and biographic information electronically. "Within two years, we were able to With CBP's staffing limitations, the success of the technology was paramount. Not just for CBP,but for its air industry partners too. "Airports are economic generators for their communities, so if you reduce the capacity of the airport, in effect, you're reducing the economic capabilities of the airport for its community," said Matthew Cornelius, vice president of air policy for Airports Council International-North America, a trade organization that represents airports in North America. The technology was also critical for the airlines. "In early 20 14, we knew the World Cup was being played in Brazil that year, so that meant there would be a lot of travel through Miami," said Howard Kass,American Airlines' vice president of regulatory affairs. "We knew that the processing times and the facilitation in Miami weren't what we wanted them to be. It wasn't a good customer experience," he said. In 2 00 7, when CBP introduced Global Entry, it was an innovative concept because it was directed at low-risk travelers. "Global Entry was designed to give low-risk, frequent travelers the ability to use technology to e:>.."Pedite their arrival process," said Dan Tanciar, CBP's deputy executive director of deploy about 1,500 kiosks at all of the top airports throughout the U.S. and we reduced wait times by about 30 to 35 percent," saidTanciar. "The Automated Passport Control kiosks shortened the amount of time travelers spent with CBP officers from 3 minutes to 3 0 to 60 seconds." In 2013, when the Automated Passport Control kiosks were starting to appear at U.S. airports, Airports Council International saw the value of the technology and wanted to expand it. "We were approached by one of our associate member companies, Airside Mobile, a tech firm, that had a concept to create the same functionality of the kiosks, but to do it on a smartphone," said Cornelius. In other words, international travelers could fill out the required customs information on their smartphones before they ever got off the plane. "We saw it as an opportunity to alleviate some of the problems our members were having at their international arrival facilities. We knew that mobile apphcations and mobile technology are really the wave of the future." Cornelius took the concept to CBP."We told CBP,'We have this idea . We think it's going to be helpful. Will you work with us on it?' To CBP's credit, they saw it made sense, that it was going to help us do our jobs better and alleviate the problem of processing travelers into the U.S," said Cornelius. CBP and Airports Council International began piloting the Mobile Passport Control app in August 2014.A year later, the pilot expanded to five airports. Today, 24 airports and one cruise port use the app and it has been downloaded more than 2.4 million times. AutomatedPassportControlkiosks, anotherCBPinnovafion , speedupthe travelerinspectionprocessby performing administrative steps CBPofficerspreviouslyhandled. At the Miami International Airport,shownabove,the self-servicekioskswereinitiallyinstalledas a way to processtravelersfasterduringthe 2014FIFA World Cup Thetechnologyshortensthe timeinboundtravelersspendwith CBPofficers from3 minutesto 30 to 60 seconds.Photoby ManuelGarcia 16 "It's a great example of partnership. We worked very closely with CBP,"said Cornelius. " Everybody was on board, understood what needed to be done, and it all came together perfectly." "The lines were long. There were multi-hour waits, and we felt the brunt of it because when travelers landed, they couldn't move through customs, so they rnisconnected on their flights," said Kass. "We then had to figure out how to get them to their destinations or put them up in a hotel. We spent lots of money to ameliorate the rnisconnections. Miami was getting a bad reputation among travelers, which is something we don't want to see at any of our hubs." The airline thought CBP's technology might be the answer. "We knew from what we'd seen in other airports that the machines would be a tremendous benefit in Miami to help expedite people through the process," said Kass. So American Airlines worked with CBP and the Miami International Airport to get more Global Entry and Automated Passport Control machines in place. "We more than doubled the number of machines and we did a lot of marketing, advertising, and inflight announcements to encourage passengers to use the technology, so they could be processed quickly through the CBP facility,'' said Kass. And it worked. "We got to a point where every U.S. citizen was using some kind of automation," he said. "CBP pledged a lot of resources to make sure that flights were processed smoothly during the World Cup. It was important to the United States that there wasn't a rough spot in Miami with all the traffic moving through ." Moreover, said Kass, "There weren't any meltdowns or passengers stranded for hours and hours in the terminal and we made some improvements that really helped travelers move through the process more quickly." iJ CBP FOIA 004927 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000457 Page 11 of 6010 17 ATS-G rapidly compares passenger and cargo manifests against data bases and other records for clues that could reveal a high-risk traveler, such as a foreign terrorist. The package includes a free software license, free installation tailored to a partner's needs as well as technical support and training. "We follow up two or three times per year to ensure the system is running and provide training on how to target," said Jerry Kaplan, ATS-G assistant director. Use of ATS-Gby foreign partners also supports the tenets of resolution 2178. ATS-Gis part of a larger program of technology assistance, law enforcement and border security relationships. cnTCHING SMUGGURS , TfRRORISTS nND LnWBRfUKfRS WORKS BfTHR THROUGH PnRTNfRSHIP New Zealand is one partner using ATS-G.Tony Davis, manager of New Zealand's Integrated Targeting and Operations Centre, said the software is user friendly, allowing the center to switch from screening flights--one at a time - to vetting passengers hundreds at a time. "ATS-G is fantastic and it's our primary targeting tool," he said. "CBP support has been excellent." Sharing information with the U.S. and other countries, creates a bond that builds relationships, added Craig Chitty, manager of operations at the center. "It's very advantageous because it builds trust," he said. Other nations have noticed and frequently contact the center to learn more about the software. ''I'm a salesman for ATS-G," Chitty remarked. "We get approached by international organizations on the phone or by visits." Another option Gaining partners can be challenging. Political or legal roadblocks regarding sovereignty prevent some nations from freely collaborating with the U.S or other nations, explained NTC Director Troy Miller. For those countries, CBP created the global travel assessment system or GTAS.GTASpermits foreign countries to independently perform vetting activities without the collaboration involved with ATS-G. Launched in 2016, GTASis free and designed for rapid use. The software is easily downloaded from By Paul Koscak, photos by Glenn Fawcett Since 2001, CBP's National Targeting Center in Sterling, Virginia, has worked nonstop to catch travelers and detect cargo that threaten our country's security. At the same time, the center is working just as hard to build a network of partner nations committed to fighting global threats. Increased targeting by all partners increases security for all is the concept. That principle also supports the United Nations Security Council's Resolution 2178 requiring member nations to fight international terrorists and criminals by strengthening laws to prosecute them and requiring airlines to provide passenger lists. The resolution also calls for member nations to share information that can alert any partner nation, including the U.S., to an identified threat. But effective passenger vetting hinges on the quality of a nation's risk assessment system. Some nations don't even have automated systems and manually comb through the data. At times, the enormous flow of cargo and passengers can overwhelm available resources. To overcome these limitations, CBP offers its automated targeting system -global or ATS-G software along with technical assistance, to potential partners. ATS-Gis similar to the software used at the Office of Field Operations's (OFO) National Targeting Center and evolved from decades of experience designing and operating passenger and cargo targeting systems. The software can vastly improve how travelers flying in and out of a country are vetted. r reviewing passenger CBPOfficer Zule manifest dataat theB~~~onalTargeting Cente~: I w z :::; ~ 1- ~~ W'i I 18 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000458 ~. o 19 Frontline - Vol9 lss3 - 1006.pdf for Printed Item 161 ( Attachment 1 of 1) In July;Acting Commissioner Kevin McAleenan sent a letter to the organization outlining the details and benefits of the software. As an added advantage, he said "CBP is willing to provide installation instructions, administration guides and user manuals, as well as technical and subject matter expertise on an ongoing basis ... " One nation has already signed up for GTAS,so the outreach is beginning to pay off. a special CBP website and ready to use. It can also improve an existing vetting system because the coding allows nations to customize the software or just download the portions that meet their needs. GTASis comparable to ATS-Gbecause GTAS also automatically evaluates passenger manifests in real time to identify suspicious travelers or crewmembers who may pose a national security risk, justifying a closer assessment. Using GTAS, governments can screen suspects before they enter or leave that nation. CBP pursues partnerships and promotes ATS-G and GTASthrough international forums and events, many of which the U.N and the European Union take part. When international partners are better able to identify possible high risk travelers, they close gaps in terrorist and criminal activities so governments can work together to detect, deter and defeat these threats. In an interconnected world, it is more important than ever that countries conduct these risk assessments, and CBP is helping advance global security through ATS-G,GTAS,and the expertise of the NTC. i]I "GTAS also gives them [nations] the ability to comply with the U.N. resolution," NTC Executive Director Troy Miller said. Since the software is new, CBP is working through the World Customs Organization in Brussels, a group that promotes trade and supply chain security, to spread the word. With 182 members mostly developing nations with limited resources GTAScan be an ideal product. A CBPofficer conducts global obvservaltons of air traffic and trade activities at the National Targeting Center in Sterling,Virginia. o o , o .. o ; o o o o Jl'WICIIP'lllN~UCU.htQI.O'\'lbol$N. ~ l,cillt,1,9 ~f\Aiil f ln'l\11 4, lriQII rwtfl t hQM AelJl, t.c,,,mtMione, f;)o"HR~ J Ot:1<$U01'11 Sogt'INl- lJ Follow @CBPJobs onTwi tter forthelatestupdatesand othernewsandevents aboutrecruitment and hiringinitiatives. 20 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000459 CBPJob5 f'iCS;'.bbl..4t> TM-ofld WOl'l'litnotoC8P JPYe o cbcieottdlo lftping kt<> <> <> <> <> <> <> Please DO NOT forward this meeting inv ite . If you have any quest ions , reach out tr . Thanks! (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) \1Wffffl 1ffjp 1 CBP FOIA 004946 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000476 Page 1 of 6020 BM: Yes Lead Office: OCA OC POC: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) This meeting will be used to prep the C2 for his wall subcommittee briefing. Attendees: C2 AC Ladowicz Chief Provost EAC Kolbe (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) DAC Lowry (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) AC Calvo (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 004947 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000477 Page 2 of 6020 E - FY 2017 Appropriations Reporting Requirement.pdf for Printed Item: 402 ( Attachment 6 of 7) H. R. 244--299 for protection activities directly and demonstrably associated with any residence of the President that is designated or identified to be secured by the United States Secret Service. (b) Funds under subsection (a) shall be available only for costs that a State or local agency-- (1) incurs after January 20, 2017, and before October 1, 2017; (2) can demonstrate to the Administrator as being-- (A) in excess of the costs of normal and typical law enforcement operations; (B) directly attributable to the provision of protection described herein; and (C) associated with a non-governmental property designated or identified to be secured by the United States Secret Service pursuant to section 3 or section 4 of the Presidential Protection Assistance Act of 1976 (Public Law 94-524); and (3) certifies to the Administrator as being for protection activities requested by the Director of the United States Secret Service. (c) For purposes of subsection (a), a designation or identification of a property to be secured under subsection (b)(2)(C) made after incurring otherwise eligible costs shall apply retroactively to January 20, 2017. (d) The Administrator may establish written criteria consistent with subsections (a) and (b). (e) None of the funds provided shall be for hiring new or additional personnel. (f) The Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security shall audit reimbursements made under this section. TITLE VI DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY--ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATIONS SECURITY, ENFORCEMENT, AND INVESTIGATIONS U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT For an additional amount for ''Operations and Support'', $274,813,000, to remain available until September 30, 2018, which shall be available as follows: (1) $91,315,000 for border security technology deployment; (2) $47,500,000 to address facilities maintenance backlogs; (3) $65,400,000 for improving hiring processes for Border Patrol Agents, Customs Officers, and Air and Marine personnel, and for relocation enhancements; (4) $22,400,000 for border road maintenance; and (5) $48,198,000 for surge operations. PROCUREMENT, CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENTS For an additional amount for ''Procurement, Construction, and Improvements'', $497,400,000, to remain available until September CBP FOIA 004978 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000508 Page 39 of 6020 E - FY 2017 Appropriations Reporting Requirement.pdf for Printed Item: 402 ( Attachment 6 of 7) H. R. 244--300 30, 2021, which shall be available based on the highest priority border security requirements as follows: (1) $341,200,000 to replace approximately 40 miles of existing primary pedestrian and vehicle border fencing along the southwest border using previously deployed and operationally effective designs, such as currently deployed steel bollard designs, that prioritize agent safety; and to add gates to existing barriers; (2) $78,800,000 for acquisition and deployment of border security technology; and (3) $77,400,000 for new border road construction: Provided, That the Secretary of Homeland Security shall, not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, submit to the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives a risk-based plan for improving security along the borders of the United States, including the use of personnel, fencing, other forms of tactical infrastructure, and technology, that-- (1) defines goals, objectives, activities, and milestones; (2) includes a detailed implementation schedule with estimates for the planned obligation of funds for fiscal year 2017 through fiscal year 2021 that are linked to the milestonebased delivery of specific-- (A) capabilities and services; (B) mission benefits and outcomes; (C) program management capabilities; and (D) lifecycle cost estimates; (3) describes how specific projects under the plan will enhance border security goals and objectives and address the highest priority border security needs; (4) identifies the planned locations, quantities, and types of resources, such as fencing, other physical barriers, or other tactical infrastructure and technology; (5) includes a description of the methodology and analyses used to select specific resources for deployment to particular locations that includes-- (A) analyses of alternatives, including comparative costs and benefits; (B) effects on communities and property owners near areas of infrastructure deployment; and (C) other factors critical to the decision-making process; (6) identifies staffing requirements, including full-time equivalents, contractors, and detailed personnel, by activity; (7) identifies performance metrics for assessing and reporting on the contributions of border security capabilities realized from current and future investments; (8) reports on the status of the Department of Homeland Security's actions to address open recommendations by the Office of Inspector General and the Government Accountability Office related to border security, including plans, schedules, and associated milestones for fully addressing such recommendations; and (9) includes certifications by the Under Secretary for Management, including all documents, memoranda, and a description of the investment review and information technology management oversight and processes supporting such certifications, that-- CBP FOIA 004979 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000509 Page 40 of 6020 E - FY 2017 Appropriations Reporting Requirement.pdf for Printed Item: 402 ( Attachment 6 of 7) H. R. 244--301 (A) the program has been reviewed and approved in accordance with an acquisition review management process that complies with capital planning and investment control and review requirements established by the Office of Management and Budget, including as provided in Circular A-11, part 7; and (B) all planned activities comply with Federal acquisition rules, requirements, guidelines, and practices. U.S. IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT For an additional amount for ''Operations and Support'', $236,908,000, to remain available until September 30, 2018, of which $147,870,000 shall be available for custody operations; of which $57,392,000 shall be available for alternatives to detention; and of which $31,646,000 shall be available for transportation and removal operations. UNITED STATES SECRET SERVICE OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT For an additional amount for ''Operations and Support'', $58,012,000, to remain available until September 30, 2017. PROCUREMENT, CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENTS For an additional amount for ''Procurement, Construction, and Improvements'' for necessary expenses for Presidential security, $72,988,000, of which $22,988,000 shall remain available until September 30, 2019, and of which $50,000,000 shall remain available until September 30, 2021. ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS--THIS TITLE SEC. 601. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, funds made available in this title are in addition to amounts appropriated or otherwise made available for the Department of Homeland Security for fiscal year 2017. This division may be cited as the ''Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2017''. CBP FOIA 004980 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000510 Page 41 of 6020 F - 06-26-17 Leahy Murray Durbin letter to McConnell and Cochran.pdf for Printed Item: 402 ( Attachment 7 of 7) tinitcd ~tates~cnatc WASHINGTON,DC 20510 June 26, 2017 The Honorable Mitch McConnell Majority Leader United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 The Honorable Thad Cocluan , Chairman Committee on Appropriations United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 Dear Leader McConnell and Chairman Cochran: With the expiration of the 20 15 Bipartisan Budget Act on September 30, 2017 , we believe that a bipartisan and bicameral agreement is needed to replace the irresponsible postsequestration limits on defense and non -defense discretionary spending that remain in law. Democrats and Republicans demonstrated ju st recently that we can successfully pass spending bills when we put partisan ideology aside and work together on legislation that helps the middle class by growing the economy. Therefore, we want to reaffirm our principles for the budget and appropriations process and convey our expecta tions for a Fiscal Year 2018 agreement. First, we must provide significant relief from sequestration. The sequestration budget cuts required by the Budget Contro l Act Of 201 1 will have long-lasting consequences for America's hard-working families. Discretionary programs are critical for our national security, for creating infrastruc ture jobs across the nation, caring for our veterans, cleaning up our environment, and advancing scientific knowledge. We should not return to the postseq uestration limits on spend ing. Second, we are committed to continuing the parity principle that has guided each of our recent bipartisan budget agreements. In the same way sequestration has undermined military readiness, sequestration has inhibited economic growth and job creation by failing to adequately invest in the infrastru cture that makes our communities thrive: roads, bridges, transit and railroad systems, broadband , ports , airports, waterways, schools, and safe and clean water systems. It has eroded our investments in education, worker training, public health and community development that strengthen the middle class and working families . These shortfa lls hw1 the American people, our economy and make us less secure as a nation. On top of all this, it is now clear we face a shortfall when it comes to adequately funding veterans' health care. For these reasons, we must provide equal relief for both defense and non-defense programs that power our local economies . Third , as we process the amrnal appropriat ions bills, it is essential that they not include poison pill riders, such as those that roll back protections for our veterans, the environment , consumers, and workers; or prohibit funds for critic al healthcare services for women through Planned Parenthood. We strongly oppose the inclusion of such riders in any of the must-pass appropriations bills that fund the govermne nt. CBP FOIA 004981 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000511 Page 43 of 6020 F - 06-26-17 Leahy Murray Durbin letter to McConnell and Cochran.pdf for Printed Item: 402 ( Attachment 7 of 7) Finally, we are once again concerned with the President's Fiscal Year 2018 request for a very expensive , ineffective new wall along the southern border with Mexico and new funding for the Department of Homeland Security to hire a "deportation force" and increase detention beds. In addition to the concerns about the border wall we outlined in our March 13, 2017, letter, we are troubl ed by a new funding request for the Department of Justice to hire an eminent domain strike team, which we understand to be litigators whose sole job will be to assert eminent domain and take private lands from American taxpayers to build a border wall. Funding for the government will expire on September 30 unless Cong ress acts. We are confident that the two parties can resolve our differences before then if we oppose the cuts proposed in the President's Fisca l Year 2018 budget and instead adhere to the principles laid out above- just like we did in April of this year for Fiscal Year 2017. However , we want to reiterate our position that we must complete all of the 12 appropriations bills , not just a select few. It is our responsibility to fund the government fully and on time and we are committed to working toward that goal. Thank you for your consideration of our views. We look forward to working with you in the weeks ahead. Sincerely, Charles E. Schumer United States Senator United States Senator . JJJ i\ .-'-,Aa .,,. . Durbi n RicHJ United States Senator ~~lw"'-United States Senator ~~ United States Senator CBP FOIA 004982 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000512 Page 44 of 6020 From: b6,b7c b6,b7c b6,b7c VITIELLO, RONALD D (USBP) To: Cc: Bcc: Subject: Date: Attachments: Prep: SAC-HS Member Brief Tue Sep 05 2017 08:58:18 EDT 09.06.2017 C2 - Wall Meeting w SAC-HS.DOC A - SAC Member Intel.docx B - 2017.08.01 SAC-HS Chair Ranking Wall Brief.docx C - 2017.08.25 SAC Associate Staff Wall Requirements Brief.docx D - SAC Reprogramming Letter.pdf E - FY 2017 Appropriations Reporting Requirement.pdf F - 06-26-17 Leahy Murray Durbin letter to McConnell and Cochran.pdf <<09.06.2017 C2 - Wall Meeting w SAC-HS.DOC>> <> <> <> <> <> <> - Please DO NOT forward this meeting invite. If you have any questions, reach out to b6,b7c Thanks! b6,b7c BM: Yes Lead Office: OCA OC POC: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) This meeting will be used to prep the C2 for his wall subcommittee briefing. Attendees: C2 AC Ladowicz Chief Provost EAC Kolbe (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) DAC Lowry (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 004983 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000513 Page 45 of 6020 (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) AC Calvo (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 004984 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000514 Page 46 of 6020 E - FY 2017 Appropriations Reporting Requirement.pdf for Printed Item: 410 ( Attachment 6 of 7) H. R. 244--299 for protection activities directly and demonstrably associated with any residence of the President that is designated or identified to be secured by the United States Secret Service. (b) Funds under subsection (a) shall be available only for costs that a State or local agency-- (1) incurs after January 20, 2017, and before October 1, 2017; (2) can demonstrate to the Administrator as being-- (A) in excess of the costs of normal and typical law enforcement operations; (B) directly attributable to the provision of protection described herein; and (C) associated with a non-governmental property designated or identified to be secured by the United States Secret Service pursuant to section 3 or section 4 of the Presidential Protection Assistance Act of 1976 (Public Law 94-524); and (3) certifies to the Administrator as being for protection activities requested by the Director of the United States Secret Service. (c) For purposes of subsection (a), a designation or identification of a property to be secured under subsection (b)(2)(C) made after incurring otherwise eligible costs shall apply retroactively to January 20, 2017. (d) The Administrator may establish written criteria consistent with subsections (a) and (b). (e) None of the funds provided shall be for hiring new or additional personnel. (f) The Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security shall audit reimbursements made under this section. TITLE VI DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY--ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATIONS SECURITY, ENFORCEMENT, AND INVESTIGATIONS U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT For an additional amount for ''Operations and Support'', $274,813,000, to remain available until September 30, 2018, which shall be available as follows: (1) $91,315,000 for border security technology deployment; (2) $47,500,000 to address facilities maintenance backlogs; (3) $65,400,000 for improving hiring processes for Border Patrol Agents, Customs Officers, and Air and Marine personnel, and for relocation enhancements; (4) $22,400,000 for border road maintenance; and (5) $48,198,000 for surge operations. PROCUREMENT, CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENTS For an additional amount for ''Procurement, Construction, and Improvements'', $497,400,000, to remain available until September CBP FOIA 005015 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000545 Page 83 of 6020 E - FY 2017 Appropriations Reporting Requirement.pdf for Printed Item: 410 ( Attachment 6 of 7) H. R. 244--300 30, 2021, which shall be available based on the highest priority border security requirements as follows: (1) $341,200,000 to replace approximately 40 miles of existing primary pedestrian and vehicle border fencing along the southwest border using previously deployed and operationally effective designs, such as currently deployed steel bollard designs, that prioritize agent safety; and to add gates to existing barriers; (2) $78,800,000 for acquisition and deployment of border security technology; and (3) $77,400,000 for new border road construction: Provided, That the Secretary of Homeland Security shall, not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, submit to the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives a risk-based plan for improving security along the borders of the United States, including the use of personnel, fencing, other forms of tactical infrastructure, and technology, that-- (1) defines goals, objectives, activities, and milestones; (2) includes a detailed implementation schedule with estimates for the planned obligation of funds for fiscal year 2017 through fiscal year 2021 that are linked to the milestonebased delivery of specific-- (A) capabilities and services; (B) mission benefits and outcomes; (C) program management capabilities; and (D) lifecycle cost estimates; (3) describes how specific projects under the plan will enhance border security goals and objectives and address the highest priority border security needs; (4) identifies the planned locations, quantities, and types of resources, such as fencing, other physical barriers, or other tactical infrastructure and technology; (5) includes a description of the methodology and analyses used to select specific resources for deployment to particular locations that includes-- (A) analyses of alternatives, including comparative costs and benefits; (B) effects on communities and property owners near areas of infrastructure deployment; and (C) other factors critical to the decision-making process; (6) identifies staffing requirements, including full-time equivalents, contractors, and detailed personnel, by activity; (7) identifies performance metrics for assessing and reporting on the contributions of border security capabilities realized from current and future investments; (8) reports on the status of the Department of Homeland Security's actions to address open recommendations by the Office of Inspector General and the Government Accountability Office related to border security, including plans, schedules, and associated milestones for fully addressing such recommendations; and (9) includes certifications by the Under Secretary for Management, including all documents, memoranda, and a description of the investment review and information technology management oversight and processes supporting such certifications, that-- CBP FOIA 005016 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000546 Page 84 of 6020 E - FY 2017 Appropriations Reporting Requirement.pdf for Printed Item: 410 ( Attachment 6 of 7) H. R. 244--301 (A) the program has been reviewed and approved in accordance with an acquisition review management process that complies with capital planning and investment control and review requirements established by the Office of Management and Budget, including as provided in Circular A-11, part 7; and (B) all planned activities comply with Federal acquisition rules, requirements, guidelines, and practices. U.S. IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT For an additional amount for ''Operations and Support'', $236,908,000, to remain available until September 30, 2018, of which $147,870,000 shall be available for custody operations; of which $57,392,000 shall be available for alternatives to detention; and of which $31,646,000 shall be available for transportation and removal operations. UNITED STATES SECRET SERVICE OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT For an additional amount for ''Operations and Support'', $58,012,000, to remain available until September 30, 2017. PROCUREMENT, CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENTS For an additional amount for ''Procurement, Construction, and Improvements'' for necessary expenses for Presidential security, $72,988,000, of which $22,988,000 shall remain available until September 30, 2019, and of which $50,000,000 shall remain available until September 30, 2021. ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS--THIS TITLE SEC. 601. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, funds made available in this title are in addition to amounts appropriated or otherwise made available for the Department of Homeland Security for fiscal year 2017. This division may be cited as the ''Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2017''. CBP FOIA 005017 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000547 Page 85 of 6020 F - 06-26-17 Leahy Murray Durbin letter to McConnell and Cochran.pdf for Printed Item: 410 ( Attachment 7 of 7) tinitcd ~tates~cnatc WASHINGTON,DC 20510 June 26, 2017 The Honorable Mitch McConnell Majority Leader United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 The Honorable Thad Cocluan , Chairman Committee on Appropriations United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 Dear Leader McConnell and Chairman Cochran: With the expiration of the 20 15 Bipartisan Budget Act on September 30, 2017 , we believe that a bipartisan and bicameral agreement is needed to replace the irresponsible postsequestration limits on defense and non -defense discretionary spending that remain in law. Democrats and Republicans demonstrated ju st recently that we can successfully pass spending bills when we put partisan ideology aside and work together on legislation that helps the middle class by growing the economy. Therefore, we want to reaffirm our principles for the budget and appropriations process and convey our expecta tions for a Fiscal Year 2018 agreement. First, we must provide significant relief from sequestration. The sequestration budget cuts required by the Budget Contro l Act Of 201 1 will have long-lasting consequences for America's hard-working families. Discretionary programs are critical for our national security, for creating infrastruc ture jobs across the nation, caring for our veterans, cleaning up our environment, and advancing scientific knowledge. We should not return to the postseq uestration limits on spend ing. Second, we are committed to continuing the parity principle that has guided each of our recent bipartisan budget agreements. In the same way sequestration has undermined military readiness, sequestration has inhibited economic growth and job creation by failing to adequately invest in the infrastru cture that makes our communities thrive: roads, bridges, transit and railroad systems, broadband , ports , airports, waterways, schools, and safe and clean water systems. It has eroded our investments in education, worker training, public health and community development that strengthen the middle class and working families . These shortfa lls hw1 the American people, our economy and make us less secure as a nation. On top of all this, it is now clear we face a shortfall when it comes to adequately funding veterans' health care. For these reasons, we must provide equal relief for both defense and non-defense programs that power our local economies . Third , as we process the amrnal appropriat ions bills, it is essential that they not include poison pill riders, such as those that roll back protections for our veterans, the environment , consumers, and workers; or prohibit funds for critic al healthcare services for women through Planned Parenthood. We strongly oppose the inclusion of such riders in any of the must-pass appropriations bills that fund the govermne nt. CBP FOIA 005018 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000548 Page 87 of 6020 F - 06-26-17 Leahy Murray Durbin letter to McConnell and Cochran.pdf for Printed Item: 410 ( Attachment 7 of 7) Finally, we are once again concerned with the President's Fiscal Year 2018 request for a very expensive , ineffective new wall along the southern border with Mexico and new funding for the Department of Homeland Security to hire a "deportation force" and increase detention beds. In addition to the concerns about the border wall we outlined in our March 13, 2017, letter, we are troubl ed by a new funding request for the Department of Justice to hire an eminent domain strike team, which we understand to be litigators whose sole job will be to assert eminent domain and take private lands from American taxpayers to build a border wall. Funding for the government will expire on September 30 unless Cong ress acts. We are confident that the two parties can resolve our differences before then if we oppose the cuts proposed in the President's Fisca l Year 2018 budget and instead adhere to the principles laid out above- just like we did in April of this year for Fiscal Year 2017. However , we want to reiterate our position that we must complete all of the 12 appropriations bills , not just a select few. It is our responsibility to fund the government fully and on time and we are committed to working toward that goal. Thank you for your consideration of our views. We look forward to working with you in the weeks ahead. Sincerely, Charles E. Schumer United States Senator United States Senator . JJJ i\ .-'-,Aa .,,. . Durbi n RicHJ United States Senator ~~lw"'-United States Senator ~~ United States Senator CBP FOIA 005019 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000549 Page 88 of 6020 From : To: Cc: Bee: Subject: Date : Attachments : Prep: SAC-HS Member Brief Tue Sep 05 2017 08 :46:40 EDT 09 .06.2017 C2 - Wall Meeting w SAC-HS.DOC A - SAC Member lntel.docx B - 2017.08.01 SAC-HS Chair Ranking Wall Brief .docx C - 2017.08 .25 SAC Associate Staff Wall Requirements Brief.docx D - SAC Reprogramming Letter.pdf E - FY 2017 Appropr iations Reporting Requirement.pdf F - 06-26-17 Leahy Murray Durbin letter to McConnell and Cochran .pdf <<09.06.2017 C2 - Wall Meeting w SAC-HS.DOC>> <> <> <> <> <> <> Please DO NOT forward this meeting invite . If you have any questions, reach out to b6,b7c Thanks! b6,b7c BM: Yes Lead Office : OCA OC POC: (b )(6) ;(b )(7)(C) This meeting will be used to prep the C2 for his wall subcommittee briefing . Attendees: C2 AC Ladowicz Chief Provost EAC Kolbe (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) CBP FOIA 005020 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000550 Page 89 of 6020 DAC Lowry (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) AC Calvo (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 005021 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000551 Page 90 of 6020 E - FY 2017 Appropriations Reporting Requirement.pdf for Printed Item: 418 ( Attachment 6 of 7) H. R. 244--299 for protection activities directly and demonstrably associated with any residence of the President that is designated or identified to be secured by the United States Secret Service. (b) Funds under subsection (a) shall be available only for costs that a State or local agency-- (1) incurs after January 20, 2017, and before October 1, 2017; (2) can demonstrate to the Administrator as being-- (A) in excess of the costs of normal and typical law enforcement operations; (B) directly attributable to the provision of protection described herein; and (C) associated with a non-governmental property designated or identified to be secured by the United States Secret Service pursuant to section 3 or section 4 of the Presidential Protection Assistance Act of 1976 (Public Law 94-524); and (3) certifies to the Administrator as being for protection activities requested by the Director of the United States Secret Service. (c) For purposes of subsection (a), a designation or identification of a property to be secured under subsection (b)(2)(C) made after incurring otherwise eligible costs shall apply retroactively to January 20, 2017. (d) The Administrator may establish written criteria consistent with subsections (a) and (b). (e) None of the funds provided shall be for hiring new or additional personnel. (f) The Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security shall audit reimbursements made under this section. TITLE VI DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY--ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATIONS SECURITY, ENFORCEMENT, AND INVESTIGATIONS U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT For an additional amount for ''Operations and Support'', $274,813,000, to remain available until September 30, 2018, which shall be available as follows: (1) $91,315,000 for border security technology deployment; (2) $47,500,000 to address facilities maintenance backlogs; (3) $65,400,000 for improving hiring processes for Border Patrol Agents, Customs Officers, and Air and Marine personnel, and for relocation enhancements; (4) $22,400,000 for border road maintenance; and (5) $48,198,000 for surge operations. PROCUREMENT, CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENTS For an additional amount for ''Procurement, Construction, and Improvements'', $497,400,000, to remain available until September CBP FOIA 005052 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000582 Page 127 of 6020 E - FY 2017 Appropriations Reporting Requirement.pdf for Printed Item: 418 ( Attachment 6 of 7) H. R. 244--300 30, 2021, which shall be available based on the highest priority border security requirements as follows: (1) $341,200,000 to replace approximately 40 miles of existing primary pedestrian and vehicle border fencing along the southwest border using previously deployed and operationally effective designs, such as currently deployed steel bollard designs, that prioritize agent safety; and to add gates to existing barriers; (2) $78,800,000 for acquisition and deployment of border security technology; and (3) $77,400,000 for new border road construction: Provided, That the Secretary of Homeland Security shall, not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, submit to the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives a risk-based plan for improving security along the borders of the United States, including the use of personnel, fencing, other forms of tactical infrastructure, and technology, that-- (1) defines goals, objectives, activities, and milestones; (2) includes a detailed implementation schedule with estimates for the planned obligation of funds for fiscal year 2017 through fiscal year 2021 that are linked to the milestonebased delivery of specific-- (A) capabilities and services; (B) mission benefits and outcomes; (C) program management capabilities; and (D) lifecycle cost estimates; (3) describes how specific projects under the plan will enhance border security goals and objectives and address the highest priority border security needs; (4) identifies the planned locations, quantities, and types of resources, such as fencing, other physical barriers, or other tactical infrastructure and technology; (5) includes a description of the methodology and analyses used to select specific resources for deployment to particular locations that includes-- (A) analyses of alternatives, including comparative costs and benefits; (B) effects on communities and property owners near areas of infrastructure deployment; and (C) other factors critical to the decision-making process; (6) identifies staffing requirements, including full-time equivalents, contractors, and detailed personnel, by activity; (7) identifies performance metrics for assessing and reporting on the contributions of border security capabilities realized from current and future investments; (8) reports on the status of the Department of Homeland Security's actions to address open recommendations by the Office of Inspector General and the Government Accountability Office related to border security, including plans, schedules, and associated milestones for fully addressing such recommendations; and (9) includes certifications by the Under Secretary for Management, including all documents, memoranda, and a description of the investment review and information technology management oversight and processes supporting such certifications, that-- CBP FOIA 005053 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000583 Page 128 of 6020 E - FY 2017 Appropriations Reporting Requirement.pdf for Printed Item: 418 ( Attachment 6 of 7) H. R. 244--301 (A) the program has been reviewed and approved in accordance with an acquisition review management process that complies with capital planning and investment control and review requirements established by the Office of Management and Budget, including as provided in Circular A-11, part 7; and (B) all planned activities comply with Federal acquisition rules, requirements, guidelines, and practices. U.S. IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT For an additional amount for ''Operations and Support'', $236,908,000, to remain available until September 30, 2018, of which $147,870,000 shall be available for custody operations; of which $57,392,000 shall be available for alternatives to detention; and of which $31,646,000 shall be available for transportation and removal operations. UNITED STATES SECRET SERVICE OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT For an additional amount for ''Operations and Support'', $58,012,000, to remain available until September 30, 2017. PROCUREMENT, CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENTS For an additional amount for ''Procurement, Construction, and Improvements'' for necessary expenses for Presidential security, $72,988,000, of which $22,988,000 shall remain available until September 30, 2019, and of which $50,000,000 shall remain available until September 30, 2021. ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS--THIS TITLE SEC. 601. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, funds made available in this title are in addition to amounts appropriated or otherwise made available for the Department of Homeland Security for fiscal year 2017. This division may be cited as the ''Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2017''. CBP FOIA 005054 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000584 Page 129 of 6020 F - 06-26-17 Leahy Murray Durbin letter to McConnell and Cochran.pdf for Printed Item: 418 ( Attachment 7 of 7) tinitcd ~tates~cnatc WASHINGTON,DC 20510 June 26, 2017 The Honorable Mitch McConnell Majority Leader United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 The Honorable Thad Cocluan , Chairman Committee on Appropriations United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 Dear Leader McConnell and Chairman Cochran: With the expiration of the 20 15 Bipartisan Budget Act on September 30, 2017 , we believe that a bipartisan and bicameral agreement is needed to replace the irresponsible postsequestration limits on defense and non -defense discretionary spending that remain in law. Democrats and Republicans demonstrated ju st recently that we can successfully pass spending bills when we put partisan ideology aside and work together on legislation that helps the middle class by growing the economy. Therefore, we want to reaffirm our principles for the budget and appropriations process and convey our expecta tions for a Fiscal Year 2018 agreement. First, we must provide significant relief from sequestration. The sequestration budget cuts required by the Budget Contro l Act Of 201 1 will have long-lasting consequences for America's hard-working families. Discretionary programs are critical for our national security, for creating infrastruc ture jobs across the nation, caring for our veterans, cleaning up our environment, and advancing scientific knowledge. We should not return to the postseq uestration limits on spend ing. Second, we are committed to continuing the parity principle that has guided each of our recent bipartisan budget agreements. In the same way sequestration has undermined military readiness, sequestration has inhibited economic growth and job creation by failing to adequately invest in the infrastru cture that makes our communities thrive: roads, bridges, transit and railroad systems, broadband , ports , airports, waterways, schools, and safe and clean water systems. It has eroded our investments in education, worker training, public health and community development that strengthen the middle class and working families . These shortfa lls hw1 the American people, our economy and make us less secure as a nation. On top of all this, it is now clear we face a shortfall when it comes to adequately funding veterans' health care. For these reasons, we must provide equal relief for both defense and non-defense programs that power our local economies . Third , as we process the amrnal appropriat ions bills, it is essential that they not include poison pill riders, such as those that roll back protections for our veterans, the environment , consumers, and workers; or prohibit funds for critic al healthcare services for women through Planned Parenthood. We strongly oppose the inclusion of such riders in any of the must-pass appropriations bills that fund the govermne nt. CBP FOIA 005055 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000585 Page 131 of 6020 F - 06-26-17 Leahy Murray Durbin letter to McConnell and Cochran.pdf for Printed Item: 418 ( Attachment 7 of 7) Finally, we are once again concerned with the President's Fiscal Year 2018 request for a very expensive , ineffective new wall along the southern border with Mexico and new funding for the Department of Homeland Security to hire a "deportation force" and increase detention beds. In addition to the concerns about the border wall we outlined in our March 13, 2017, letter, we are troubl ed by a new funding request for the Department of Justice to hire an eminent domain strike team, which we understand to be litigators whose sole job will be to assert eminent domain and take private lands from American taxpayers to build a border wall. Funding for the government will expire on September 30 unless Cong ress acts. We are confident that the two parties can resolve our differences before then if we oppose the cuts proposed in the President's Fisca l Year 2018 budget and instead adhere to the principles laid out above- just like we did in April of this year for Fiscal Year 2017. However , we want to reiterate our position that we must complete all of the 12 appropriations bills , not just a select few. It is our responsibility to fund the government fully and on time and we are committed to working toward that goal. Thank you for your consideration of our views. We look forward to working with you in the weeks ahead. Sincerely, Charles E. Schumer United States Senator United States Senator . JJJ i\ .-'-,Aa .,,. . Durbi n RicHJ United States Senator ~~lw"'-United States Senator ~~ United States Senator CBP FOIA 005056 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000586 Page 132 of 6020 From : b6,b7c b6,b7c b6,b7c To : Cc: Bee: Subj ect: Date: Attachments : Discussion of Biometr ic Exit Article Thu Aug 31 2017 09 :23:00 EDT Biomet rics story.docx Added Dial in and changed room to the DEAC 's Office < > ~ just ran into DEAC Wag ner and he ment ioned that he would like to be included in this meeting ow he is going to Detro it soon so can we schedu le the meet ing hopefully this week? Thanks! (b )(6 );(b )(? )(C ) Director , Commun ication and Outreach Office of Public Affa irs U.S. Customs and Border Protection Phone : (b )(6);(b )(7 )(C ) Ce ll: (b)(6 );(b)(7 )(C ) www .cbp .gov (b )(6) ;(b )(7)(C) CBP FOIA 005057 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000587 Page 1815 of 6020 I know th ings are extremely busy right now but do you have time either this week or next to help us wa lk though concepts for the cove r? We can do this via confe rence call ... Thanks!! Take care, (b )(6);(b )(7 )(C) Director, Commun ication and Out reach Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protect ion Phone : (b )(6);(b )(7 )(C ) Cell: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) www .cbp.gov (b )(6) ;(b )(7)(C) o (b)(6) ;(b)(7)(C) o (b )(6) ;(b )(7)(C) ..-. - :. - . - ... - 11111 I hope you are doing well!! As you know, Biometr ics article is in review and we are now look ing to create a Frontline magazine cover but we neecl some direction from you to help guide us in the best approach to take for the cover shot. Are you free to talk soon about it? We can do this over a confe rence call ... whateve r is best for you . Thanks! (b )(6);(b )(7 )(C) Director, Commun ication and Out reach Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protect ion CBP FOIA 005058 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000588 Page 1816 of 6020 Phone: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Cell: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) www.cbp.gov (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 005059 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000589 Page 1817 of 6020 Biometrics story.docx for Printed Item: 469 ( Attachment 1 of 1) Biometric Breakthrough How CBP is meeting its mandate and keeping America safe By Marcy Mason It's 7:45 on a Wednesday morning in May at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and passengers are boarding Delta Air Lines flight 334 to Mexico City. One by one the passengers scan their boarding passes and approach a camera that's set up on a jetway where they have their pictures taken before they board the flight. The photos are being matched through biometric facial recognition technology to photos that were previously taken of the passengers for their passports, visas, or other government documentation. All is moving smoothly until the U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers assisting the passengers are alerted that they need to check one of the travelers. It's a young, 28-year old woman, a Mexican national with a Mexican passport. The biometric camera system alerted the officers because when preflight information was gathered on the woman, no historical photos that she could be matched against were found. A CBP officer took the woman aside and looked at her passport. No visa was attached and the woman didn't have a green card to prove she was a lawful permanent resident. Upon further questioning, the woman admitted that four years ago, she had entered the U.S. without inspection and had come into the country illegally. Using a specially designed, CBP biometric mobile device, the officer took fingerprints of the woman's two index fingers. "This was the first time that we had captured this individual's biometrics, her unique physical traits," said Bianca Frazier, a CBP Enforcement Officer who works at the Atlanta Airport. "We didn't have her biometrics because we had never encountered her before." As early as 2002, shortly after September 11, legislation was passed requiring the Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security to use biometric technology to issue visas and screen non-U.S. citizens entering the U.S. Then in 2004, more legislation was passed, authorizing DHS to collect biometric data from non-U.S. citizens exiting the country. According to Frazier, finding people who have entered the country illegally is common. Since June 2016, when CBP and Delta Air Lines launched a pilot to test CBP's biometric facial recognition exit technology, passengers like the young Mexican woman have been found daily. "She was typical of the people who have entered without inspection," said Frazier. "Most days we find a minimum of two or three undocumented people, but sometimes we find as many as eight to 10 boarding a flight." Ultimately, the woman was allowed to board the flight, but when Frazier used CBP's mobile device to take her fingerprints, it created a fingerprint identification number or FIN number that is specifically tied to the woman. In the future, if she applies for a visa to return to the U.S. or is encountered crossing the border illegally, an alert will be triggered, indicating that the woman had previously entered the U.S. illegally and is on a lookout list. Additionally, when Frazier processed the traveler, the device automatically created a biometric exit record confirming that the woman left the country. For more than a decade, the U.S. government has been struggling to find a way to develop a practical and cost effective biometric entry/exit system that fulfills a Congressional mandate intended to keep America safe. CBP has partnered with the U.S. air travel industry to meet that goal and is succeeding in implementing innovative ways of using biometric technology to provide better enforcement and a better experience for travelers. CBP FOIA 005060 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000590 Page 1819 of 6020 Biometrics story.docx for Printed Item: 469 ( Attachment 1 of 1) 2 Biometric challenge By 2013, when CBP assumed responsibility for designing and implementing a system that could biometrically track travelers exiting the U.S., the government had been wrestling with the challenge for years. Technology was part of the problem, but how to integrate that technology into the existing infrastructure at airports without driving up costs and negatively impacting airport and airline operations was a conundrum. CBP had been working with the airlines to track travelers entering and exiting the country since the mid1990s, using travelers' biographic information-- date of birth, passport number, document number, country of citizenship, etc. "The airlines sent us the manifest information in advance of the flight's departure," said John Wagner, deputy executive assistant commissioner of CBP's Office of Field Operations. "We did law enforcement work based on that data." But then, after September 11, the biographic information wasn't enough. To increase security, Congress passed legislation that added biometric requirements for tracking travelers. "Inbound passengers were easier to track because we already had a process," said Wagner. "When travelers come off of an international flight, they are funneled through a secure pathway to the CBP inspection area. The airline transmits the biographic data to us. We verify that information when we read a traveler's passport and we make sure it's accurate. That's when we also collect fingerprints from most non-U.S. citizens." With outbound flights, collecting passengers' biometrics is much more difficult. "We've never constrained departures to be able to do that," said Wagner. "We don't have specific departure areas for outbound flights. International flights depart from all over the airport, so it was difficult to figure out where we could collect biometrics and what technology we would use." Added to that, CBP lacked support. "The stakeholders were vehemently opposed to any of this because they thought it would cost money and it would slow people down," said Wagner. The challenges seemed insurmountable. "We were focused on where is the magic technology that is going to make this work and address all of these concerns. No one had been able to find it because it didn't exist," he said. Fresh start Wagner and his team took a fresh start. They reached out to the DHS Science and Technology Directorate, the Department's research and development arm, to learn more about the biometric technology that was available and which methods of collection would work best. Shortly thereafter, in 2014, a demonstration test lab was set up in Landover, Maryland. "One of the things we learned from previous pilots in airports is that airports are chaotic places. It's hard to do a really good controlled test when anything can go wrong and you don't know why. Was it because there were lots of delays? Were there weather incidents? Or did people miss their flights? Any number of factors could affect the performance of the biometric system, so we set up a test space where we could carefully control different variables to see how well our biometric concepts worked," said Arun Vemury, director of the DHS Science and Technology Directorate's biometric and port of entry people screening program. "We evaluated more than 150 different biometric devices and algorithms. We put them together in different configurations and then brought in test volunteers to actually run through the process to figure out how long it took, what kind of throughput we were able to get, how well the biometrics matched, and what their performance ultimately was," said Vermury "Over time, we brought in more than 2,000 people from 53 different countries of origin, who varied in age from 18-85. We were trying to mimic the demographics of travelers coming to the U.S." CBP FOIA 005061 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000591 Page 1820 of 6020 Biometrics story.docx for Printed Item: 469 ( Attachment 1 of 1) 3 One of the things that Vermury learned was that the algorithms used in facial recognition technology have become much more advanced. The algorithm is the formula that identifies the unique biometric points in a finger, eye, or face and then compares those points to corresponding areas in previously collected biometrics. "Because of the improvements in facial recognition technology, we can verify people's identities with facial recognition much more effectively today than we could even just two years ago," said Vermury. After nearly two years of rigorous testing and evaluation, DHS Science and Technology gave its findings to CBP in December 2015. "We turned over all of our test reports, economic analyses, quantitative analyses, concepts of operation, and staffing estimates," said Vermury, explaining that his team wanted to be thorough. "The last thing we wanted was to have any unanswered questions. We knew we needed a biometric process that would work." Field testing Concurrently, CBP was doing its own laboratory tests and conducted a series of pilots. "We ran several pilots to help us learn about the different types of biometric technology in the different environments where we work," said Wagner. For example, CBP was aware that U.S. passports were being used fraudulently and thought a biometric tool could help. After months of testing algorithms and cameras, CBP developed a one-to-one facial recognition technology that compared travelers against their passport photos. The pilot, which was tested on inbound flights, initially ran for two months, from March to May 2015, at Washington Dulles International Airport in Dulles, Virginia. At that point, more lab testing and analysis was done to improve the algorithm, and then a second pilot, which continues today, was set-up at Dulles and John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City. "The pilots showed us that the facial recognition technology was accurate," said Wagner. "We grew confident that the algorithms were good enough to use and rely on." One of the many examples that illustrates this occurred at JFK in May 2016, when a traveler with a U.S. passport arrived on a flight from Accra, Ghana and presented herself as a returning U.S. citizen. All of her biographical information was processed successfully, but the CBP officer who interviewed the woman had a suspicion she might be an imposter. The officer referred the traveler to a booth equipped with the facial recognition technology where her photo was taken and compared to the photo in her passport. The match score was very low and she was referred to secondary for further inspection. As part of the inspection, the woman was fingerprinted and the officers were able to confirm her true identity, uncovering that she was an imposter. In actuality, the woman was a Liberian citizen who had been denied a diversity visa from a green card lottery in 2015. She admitted that she found the U.S. passport in a marketplace and didn't know the true owner. The woman was then turned over to authorities and sent to a detention center to await a credible fear hearing to determine whether she would be able to seek asylum. Without the suspicions of an astute officer and CBP's biometric technology, the woman could have entered the country through fraudulent means. In another pilot at the land border, in Otay Mesa, California, CBP tested face and iris scans to biometrically record the entry and exit of pedestrians. "From these tests, we learned a lot about how travelers react to various biometric technologies," said Wagner. CBP also built a handheld, mobile device that allowed officers to run fingerprints on departing travelers. "We tested the Biometric Exit Mobile in 2015 at 10 airports around the country," said Wagner. "It showed us we could accurately take fingerprints from a mobile device and gave our officers the capability CBP FOIA 005062 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000592 Page 1821 of 6020 Biometrics story.docx for Printed Item: 469 ( Attachment 1 of 1) 4 to do law enforcement and biometric queries on a smart phone if they saw that an individual requires further investigation." Biometric success story As a law enforcement tool, the Biometric Exit Mobile has produced stunning results. Case in point is an incident that occurred in May at Chicago O'Hare International Airport involving a Polish national couple who were boarding a flight to Berlin, Germany. When the couple presented their passports at the departure gate, the CBP officers didn't find any U.S. visas or country entry stamps, so they decided to run a check and swiped the couple's passport documents. The biographical information didn't reveal anything derogatory, but just as a precautionary check, the officers used the Biometric Exit Mobile device to take the couple's fingerprints. The officers took the index prints of the female first and within seconds, she came back as a watchlist hit. The same occurred with the man. Both had been ordered deported by an immigration judge, but they didn't leave the country. The officers wanted to clarify what they discovered, so they reached out to a colleague. "I pulled up the woman's name and nothing came up. There was no record on her whatsoever," said Jonathan Cichy, a CBP enforcement officer on the outbound operations team at O'Hare Airport. "However, when I checked her fingerprints, there was a hit, but for a woman with a different date of birth and a different identity, which she had been arrested and deported under." Then Cichy looked at the manifest for the flight. "I saw they weren't on it. There was no record of the identities they were using to get on the plane," he said. After checking further, Cichy found that both of the Polish nationals had criminal histories with multiple identities. "But none that came up in our systems because they weren't leaving under any of those identities. Biographics alone did not tell us the full story," said Cichy, who quickly rushed to meet the flight that was leaving in 20 minutes. The couple was allowed to board the flight, but not until Cichy had served them with legal papers to verify their departure and close out the deportation case. "If either one of them is found attempting to return to the U.S. without permission, they could be prosecuted for reentry after deportation, a felony that carries a sentence of two to 20 years," said Cichy. Innovative technology At the same time that CBP was focusing on biometrics, the agency was developing technology that would expedite the processing of travelers and reduce wait times in airports. Air travel was growing, and by all indications, that trend would continue. According to the International Air Transport Association's latest projections, air travelers will double over the next 20 years. In 2007, when CBP introduced Global Entry, it was an innovative concept because it was directed at lowrisk travelers. "Global Entry was designed to give low-risk, frequent travelers the ability to use technology to expedite their arrival process," said Dan Tanciar, CBP's deputy executive director of planning, program analysis, and evaluation for entry/exit transformation. "The program allowed us to identify low-risk travelers, so that we could focus our attention on the travelers we don't know much about." A few years later, in 2012, CBP launched another innovation--a self-service kiosk that helped speed up the traveler inspection process. The kiosks, known as Automated Passport Control, performed the administrative steps that CBP officers had traditionally handled, so that officers could focus more on inspections. The kiosks also enabled CBP to do away with paper forms, allowing travelers to submit their declaration and biographic information electronically. "Within two years, we were able to deploy about CBP FOIA 005063 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000593 Page 1822 of 6020 Biometrics story.docx for Printed Item: 469 ( Attachment 1 of 1) 5 1,500 kiosks at all of the top airports throughout the U.S. and we reduced wait times by about 30 to 35 percent," said Tanciar. "The Automated Passport Control kiosks shortened the amount of time travelers spent with CBP officers from 3 minutes to 30 to 60 seconds." With CBP's staffing limitations, the success of the technology was paramount. Not just for CBP, but for its air industry partners too. "Airports are economic generators for their communities, so if you reduce the capacity of the airport, in effect, you're reducing the economic capabilities of the airport for its community," said Matthew Cornelius, vice president of air policy for Airports Council International, a trade organization that represents airports in North America. In 2013, when the Automated Passport Control kiosks were starting to appear at U.S. airports, Airports Council International saw the value of the technology and wanted to expand it. "We were approached by one of our associate member companies, Airside Mobile, a tech firm, that had a concept to create the same functionality of the kiosks, but to do it on a smart phone," said Cornelius. In other words, international travelers could fill out the required customs information on their smart phones before they ever got off the plane. "We saw it as an opportunity to alleviate some of the problems our members were having at their international arrival facilities. We knew that mobile applications and mobile technology are really the wave of the future." Cornelius took the concept to CBP. "We told CBP, 'We have this idea. We think it's going to be helpful. Will you work with us on it?' To CBP's credit, they saw it made sense, that it was going to help us do our jobs better and alleviate the problem of processing travelers into the U.S," said Cornelius. CBP and Airports Council International began piloting the Mobile Passport Control app in August 2014. A year later, the pilot expanded to five airports. Today, 21 airports use the app and it has been downloaded 1.3 million times. "It's a great example of partnership. We worked very closely with CBP," said Cornelius. "Everybody was on board, understood what needed to be done, and it all came together perfectly." Faster processing The technology was also critical for the airlines. "In early 2014, we realized the World Cup was being played in Brazil that year, so that meant there would be a lot of travel through Miami," said Howard Kass, American Airlines' vice president of regulatory affairs. "We knew that the processing times and the facilitation in Miami weren't what we wanted them to be. It wasn't a good customer experience," he said. "The lines were long. There were multi-hour waits, and we felt the brunt of it because when travelers landed and couldn't move through customs to get their bags rechecked, they misconnected on their flights," said Kass. "We then had to figure out how to get them to their destinations or put them up in a hotel. We spent lots of money to ameliorate the misconnections. Miami was getting a bad reputation among travelers, which is something we don't want to see at any of our hubs." The airline thought CBP's technology might be the answer. "We knew from what we'd seen in other airports that the machines would be a tremendous benefit in Miami to help expedite people through the process," said Kass. So American Airlines worked with CBP and the Miami International Airport to get more Global Entry and Automated Passport Control machines in place. "We more than doubled the number of machines and we did a lot of marketing, advertising, and inflight announcements to encourage passengers to use the technology, so they could be processed quickly through the CBP facility," said Kass. CBP FOIA 005064 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000594 Page 1823 of 6020 Biometrics story.docx for Printed Item: 469 ( Attachment 1 of 1) 6 And it worked. "We got to a point where every U.S. citizen was using some kind of automation," he said. "CBP pledged a lot of resources to make sure that flights were processed smoothly during the World Cup. It was important to the United States that there wasn't a rough spot in Miami with all the traffic moving through." Moreover, said Kass, "There weren't any meltdowns or passengers stranded for hours and hours in the terminal and we made some improvements that really helped travelers move through the process more quickly." Decisive moment CBP's biometric exit tests culminated in June 2016 with a pilot at the Atlanta Airport. Wagner and his team had a breakthrough. All the work they had done for the past several years was finally coming to fruition. "We came up with a way of taking the information we receive about passengers from the airlines and matching it against information we already have in our government databases," said Wagner. Based on their research, Wagner and his team decided to use facial recognition technology. "We found that facial recognition was intuitive for people. Everybody knows how to stand in front of a camera and have his or her picture taken. Not so with iris scans and fingerprints. Every time a traveler does the process wrong, someone has to instruct him or her the right way to do it," said Wagner. Aside from being quicker than other biometric methods, facial recognition had additional pluses. The physical design of the camera didn't take up much space, and the equipment wasn't costly either. Furthermore, CBP already had a collection of photos for biometric comparison. "People have already provided their photographs to the government for travel purposes," said Wagner. But the real feat was when CBP found a way to speed up the photo matching process. "As soon as a passenger checks-in with the airline, the airline tells us who is getting on the plane. At that point, we find all the photographs we have of the people on the flight and we pool them, and then segment them into individual photo galleries for each passenger," said Wagner. "If there are 300 people on the flight, we find every photograph we have of those 300 people. Generally, that means we will have about 1500 pictures because we have multiple photos of each passenger." Then, as the passenger boards the flight, he or she has his picture taken. That photo is compared to his or her individual gallery of photos rather than comparing it to a billion photos that are in DHS's biometric database. "The matching is done in real-time because it's a small file and it's accurate," said Wagner. The Atlanta pilot also was designed with certain parameters. "We did not want to add another layer onto the travel process," said Wagner. "We told our stakeholders, 'We want to design something that fits within your existing operations and infrastructure. We're trying to make things easier for travelers. We don't want to add additional steps or processes.'" Strong partnership Wagner reached out to Delta Air Lines to see if they would work on the pilot and the airline agreed. "We have a very strong, longstanding, collaborative relationship with CBP," said Jason Hausner, Delta Air Lines' director of passenger facilitation. "Normally, when they approach us to do something, we're in. We like to be in on the front end to provide our expertise and help shape things." Delta also had a long range vision of using biometrics for its own operational purposes. "When we heard the proposal from CBP to test biometric exit technology, it resonated with us because one of the elements we were looking at is biometric boarding," said Hausner. CBP FOIA 005065 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000595 Page 1824 of 6020 Biometrics story.docx for Printed Item: 469 ( Attachment 1 of 1) 7 In February 2016, Delta met with CBP to work out a project plan and decided to test a flight from Atlanta to Tokyo, Japan. The pilot, which began in June, was successful, so by September, CBP decided to test another flight with a different demographic. This time the flight was to Mexico City. "We didn't expect a lot of enforcement activity on the Tokyo flight. Years of clearing that flight inbound have shown a very low rate of enforcement violations," said Kevin Pfeifer, CBP's assistant port director of tactical operations at the port of Atlanta. "With Mexico City, we have a history of encountering enforcement violations on inbound flights, so we really expected to see the same percentage outbound and that's exactly what we've seen." After more than a year of testing, the facial recognition technology has consistently shown a high rate of accuracy. "We are at a rate of 98 percent successful matches. It's even moved up a notch in terms of quality and accuracy," said Nael Samha, CBP's director of passenger systems who built the architecture for the pilot's operating system. Operationally, the pilot has performed well too. "One of the things we wanted to evaluate was the impact on our operations. Would it delay boarding? Would it impact our on-time performance? We're very metrics oriented," said Hausner. "So far, this test has not impacted us in any manner, and part of it is because of the approach that CBP has taken. They know that in order for their program to be successful, they need to partner with us." Industry innovations During the summer of 2017, CBP conducted technical demonstrations of the biometric exit facial recognition technology with various airlines and airports throughout the country. "We wanted to show stakeholders and the public what this technology is, how it works, and explore how biometric exit technology can fit into airline and airport business models and modernization plans," said Wagner. Some airlines are already making headway. At JFK and in Atlanta, Delta is testing ways to combine the facial recognition technology with its boarding pass procedures. "The CBP pilot is a two-step process by design, but it seemed to us that when this is implemented across the country, it should be a one-step process," said Hausner. In June, JetBlue Airways transformed this goal into a reality and was the first airline to board passengers using biometric facial recognition instead of boarding passes. Unlike the technical demonstrations that CBP was conducting with other carriers, JetBlue proposed the pilot. The airline wanted to design its own technology and incorporate it with CBP's facial recognition matching system. "CBP was very openminded with what we wanted to accomplish," said Liliana Petrova, JetBlue Airways' director of customer experience. "They flew out to Boston and spent several hours with us and took the time to listen. We wanted them to know exactly how we wanted to integrate the biometric technology with the experience at our gate." The pilot, which was tested at Logan International Airport in Boston, was assembled very quickly. "CBP gave it priority and helped us do a very fast buildout," said Petrova. "Not many partnerships, even private partnerships, function as smoothly." According to Petrova, the biometric system is part of JetBlue's strategy to remove the hassle from the traveling experience. "Passengers don't have to stop, look for their boarding passes or their IDs. The line moves faster and they don't have to wait as long," she said. "We're trying to take the anxiety out of flying and allow our crew members to interact more with customers." CBP FOIA 005066 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000596 Page 1825 of 6020 Biometrics story.docx for Printed Item: 469 ( Attachment 1 of 1) 8 JetBlue's customer feedback was positive. "The customers are really delighted by it. They think it's cool and they're having fun," said Petrova. As a result, JetBlue has decided to expand the pilot in late 2017 with additional flights departing from Boston and JFK. CBP's future vision for biometric exit is to build the technology nationwide using cloud computing. "There are hundreds of airports throughout the U.S. where we provide services for international travelers and we still need to work through the deployment schedule and timeline," said Wagner. "We also need to determine the technology we'll use. We've been working with airports and airlines to arrive at some of those answers. We want them to tell us what the equipment should look like, so that it fits in with their operational needs." Plans are also underway to update CBP's biometric inbound technology. "We'll be using the same system for our arrivals processing as we do for biometric exit," Wagner explained. "Instead of taking 2 to 3 minutes to process a traveler, it will only take 15 to 20 seconds." But that's not all that CBP has in store. "We're also looking at communicating with people on their mobile devices as they deplane," said Wagner. "If we can give travelers better guidance on how to navigate customs and the maze at the airport, we can increase efficiency and give them peace of mind." ###### CBP FOIA 005067 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000597 Page 1826 of 6020 From: b6,b7c To: b6,b7c Cc: Bcc: Subject: Date: Attachments: FW: MEDIA REQUEST/ Radio-Canada - Electronic devices at the border Wed Aug 30 2017 11:42:50 EDT Statement and stats Electronic Device Searches.pdf ~WRD000.jpg Request from reporter follows............. From: (b) (6) Sent: Tuesday, August 29, 2017 12:45 PM To:(b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Subject: Re: MEDIA REQUEST/ Radio-Canada - Electronic devices at the border Hello (b) (6) Concerning my request on Electronic Device Searches, I was wondering if you were able to find statistics beyond march 2017? I had this aleready : CBP Releases Statistics on Electronic Device Searches, april 11 2017.... but we would like to make an update :) Also, in a Washington Post article (Travelers just won back a bit of their privacy at the border, July 14 2017 ) I found this quote.... Can you confirm that information? The number of border searches of electronics has steadily risen in recent years. Between 2008 and 2010, CBP searched the devices of 6,500 people -- roughly half of whom were U.S. citizens, according to a Freedom of Information Act request by the American Civil Liberties Union. In fiscal year 2015, CBP searched more than 8,500 people's devices, and more than 19,000 in fiscal year 2016, according to NBC. Many thanks CBP FOIA 005068 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000598 Page 1839 of 6020 (b) (6) Journaliste a la recherche RDI/Radio-Canada Cell: (b) (6) 2017-08-24 14:29 GMT-04:00 (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) You're very welcome. Have a good day! - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) From: (b) (6) Sent: Thursday, August 24, 2017 2:27 PM To: > (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Subject: Re: MEDIA REQUEST/ Radio-Canada - Electronic devices at the border Hello (b) (6) - Thank you for your quick answer.... and I will talk to (b) (6) mmediately! Have a nice day (b) (6) Journaliste a la recherche RDI/Radio-Canada Tel: (b) (6) Cell: (b) (6) CBP FOIA 005069 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000599 Page 1840 of 6020 2017-08-24 14:19 GMT-04:00 (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) >: Hi, (b) (6) Your colleague (b) (6) at CBC Radio Canada posed several of the same questions to us recently. Our answers remain the same. General Information on search of CBP search of electronic devices......... If a traveler does not provide the password to the device such that information on the device is not available for inspection, CBP officers, acting in furtherance of mandates to secure the border and the homeland as well as longstanding statutory authority to perform border searches, may detain, seize or exclude the electronic device from the country, so long as those actions are performed in a reasonable, diligent, and otherwise constitutional manner. CBP has denied admission to those travelers for not establishing that they are entitled to the nonimmigrant status they are seeking and have also detained phones for possible exploitation by Laboratory and Scientific Services Digital Forensics Examiner. U.S. citizens will always be admitted to the United States Q - Canadians (or people entering US from Canada) that had their electronic devices searched? In 2015? In 2016? In 2017? A - We do not have these statistics broken down by citizenship. Q - What system does CPB use to search the content of electronic devices? Does CPB keep of copies of the content of those electronic devices ? A - When CBP detains an electronic device under its border search authority, the device may be shared with ICE or another federal agency for analysis. If there is no evidence of criminal activity related to law enforced by CBP, or of a violation of law that subjects the device to seizure for civil forfeiture, the electronic device is returned to the traveler in its original condition, and any copies CBP took of the information from the device are destroyed. Detained electronic information that is destroyed is not merely deleted, but forensically wiped, which entails writing over the information multiple times to CBP FOIA 005070 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000600 Page 1841 of 6020 ensure it cannot be accessed again. Q - How many copies of the content of electronic devices were done in 2015? 2016? 2017? A - We do not have any further statistics to share. Q - How many were Canadians? A - We do not have any further statistics to share. Q - Court challenges? A - See attached statements. Q - Statistics beyond March? A - Will check. More information for your story follows: "The U.S. Supreme Court has consistently held that an individual's expectations of privacy at the border are significantly less than what they would be inside the United States. The Court weighs heavily the need to ensure that who and what enters the United States does not pose a threat to the safety and security of the country. CBP FOIA 005071 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000601 Page 1842 of 6020 It is not the intent of CBP to inconvenience travelers. CBP inspection procedures are designed to facilitate the entry of U.S. citizens and aliens who can readily establish their admissibility. CBP Officers must determine the nationality of each applicant for admission and, if determined to be an alien, whether or not the applicant meets the requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act for admission to the United States. These officers are also tasked with determining that all property an individual is seeking to bring into the United States may be admitted and is not likely to cause harm. For example, officers are tasked with interdicting the illegal transportation of child pornography into the United States in any form, whether it be in a photograph or a file on someone's phone or computer. CBP Officers may, as an unavoidable consequence of detecting those involved in illicit activities, occasionally inconvenience law-abiding citizens. We are also sensitive to how inconvenient and stressful the inspection process may be to those selected for further inspection beyond a cursory stop at the primary inspection booth. We hope that the public understands the importance of our mission and we very much appreciate the patience, understanding, and cooperation of the traveling public. All travelers arriving to the U.S. are subject to CBP inspection. This inspection may include electronic devices such as computers, disks, drives, tapes, mobile phones and other communication devices, cameras, music and other media players and any other electronic or digital devices. Various laws that CBP is charged to enforce authorize searches and detention in accordance with 8 U. S.C. ? 1357 and 19 U.S.C. ?? 1499, 1581, 1582. All persons, baggage, and merchandise arriving in, or departing from, the United States are subject to inspection, search and detention. This is because CBP Officers must determine the identity and citizenship of all persons seeking entry into the United States, determine the admissibility of foreign nationals, and deter the entry of possible terrorists, terrorist weapons, controlled substances, and a wide variety of other prohibited and restricted items. Keeping America safe and enforcing our nation's laws in an increasingly digital world depends on our ability to lawfully examine all materials entering the United States. Searches of electronic devices at the border are often integral to a determination of an individual's intentions upon entry and provide additional information relevant to admissibility determinations under immigration laws. They are critical to the detection of evidence relating to terrorism and other national security matters, human and bulk cash smuggling, contraband, and child pornography. They can also reveal information about financial and commercial crimes, such as those relating to copyright, trademark and export control violations. CBP electronic media searches have resulted in arrests for child pornography, evidence helpful in combating terrorist activity, violations of export controls, convictions for intellectual property rights violations, and visa fraud discoveries." CBP FOIA 005072 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000602 Page 1843 of 6020 Hope all this is helpful. - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) - CBP Public Affairs, Buffalo From: (b) (6) Sent: Thursday, August 24, 2017 1:47 PM To: CBP Media Relations Subject: MEDIA REQUEST/ Radio-Canada - Electronic devices at the border Good afternoon, I am journalist for CBC/Radio-Canada in Montreal. My colleague and I are working on a story about the differences between Canada and USA regarding the cases requiring to inspect the content of electronic devices (and as content... we mean the phone numbers, emails, data, etc etc). A lot of information has been given over the last months but we would like to have some clarifications to understand better. 1) We understand that a copy of the data of an electronic device can be made and shared with other agencies. Which agencies ? 2) we understand that the copy made by CBP for analysis has to be destroyed if there is no evidence of criminal activity. Although, if one, two or three copies have been shared with other federal agencies ... do they also have to destroy them? 3) Can this information (the data) also be shared with other countries ? 4) To make a copy of the data... is CBP using the Cellebrite Physical Analyser? If not, what is the name of the system? 5) How many copies of electronic devices have been done in 2015? In 2016 ? In 2017 ? 6) How many were Canadians ? 7) When CPB destroys the copy of the electronic device (or the content)... what is the technique used to destroy the data ? You wipe? What is it ? CBP FOIA 005073 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000603 Page 1844 of 6020 8) Do you know (by any chance) if 8 U.S.C. 1357 and 19 U.S.C. 1499, 1581, 1582 ever been challenged in court ? If yes, when ? 9) a press release has been sent earlier this year giving the numbers of FY16 and FY17 until march 2017. Is it possible to have more recent statistics please ? Our ideal deadline is tomorrow afternoon but the real one is next Wednesday Yours, (b) (6) Journaliste a la recherche RDI/Radio-Canada Tel: (b) (6) Cell: (b) (6) CBP FOIA 005074 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000604 Page 1845 of 6020 Statement and stats Electronic Device Searches.pdf for Printed Item: 473 ( Attachment 1 of 2) U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Public Affairs News Release April 11, 2017 Contact: CBP Public Affairs 202 344-1780 CBP Releases Statistics on Electronic Device Searches CBP searches the electronic devices of fewer than one-hundredth of 1 percent of all arriving international travelers WASHINGTON--U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced today that in the first six months of FY17, CBP searched the electronic devices of 14,993 arriving international travelers, affecting 0.008 percent of the approximately 189.6 million travelers arriving to the United States. CBP continues to process more than 1 million travelers arriving to the United States each day. Of the more than 383.2 million arriving international travelers that CBP processed in FY15, 0.002 percent of such travelers (8,503) had their electronic devices searched. In FY16, the number of arriving travelers processed by CBP increased to approximately 390.6 million, and the number of travelers whose electronic devices were searched increased to 19,033 (0.005 percent). The increase of electronic device searches is driven by CBP's mission to protect the American people and enforce the nation's laws in this digital age. CBP has adapted and adjusted its actions to align with current threat information. CBP border searches of electronic devices have resulted in evidence helpful in combating terrorist activity, child pornography, violations of export controls, intellectual property rights violations, and visa fraud. CBP is responsible for ensuring the safety and admissibility of the goods and people entering the United States and exercises its border search authority in accordance with its statutory and constitutional authority. No court has concluded that the border search of electronic devices requires a warrant, and CBP's use of this authority has been repeatedly upheld. This includes a review by the Fourth and Ninth Circuit Courts of Appeals, which approved the search of electronic devices encountered at the border. "Electronic device searches are integral in some cases to determining an individual's intentions upon entering the United States," said Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner, Office of Field Operations, John Wagner. "These searches, which affect fewer than one-hundredth of one percent of international travelers, have contributed to national security investigations, arrests for child pornography and evidence of human trafficking. CBP officers are well trained to judiciously conduct electronic device searches and to protect sensitive information that may be encountered." CBP FOIA 005075 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000605 Page 1847 of 6020 Statement and stats Electronic Device Searches.pdffor Printed Item: 473 ( Attachment 1 of 2) U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Public Affairs Searches of electro nic devices have remained consistent in FY 17, averaging fewer than 2,500 ru.T iving international travelers per month. Below is a month-to-month compaii son for the first six months of FY 16 and FYI 7. INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS PROCESSED FY2016 FY201 7 32,248,121 OCTO BER 31,239,053 30,430,424 NOVEMB ER 30,350,596 33,009,690 32,717,813 DECEMBE R 31,593,522 JANUARY 31,215,009 28,209 ,602 28,209,735* FEBRUARY 32,643,912 MAR CH 34,103 ,063** 186,376,118 189,594,422 TOTAL INTERNATIONAL ARRIVALS PROCESSED WITH ELECTRONIC DEVICE SEARCH FY2016 FY201 7 OCTO BER NOVEMB ER DECEMBE R JANUARY FEBRUARY MARC H TOTAL 857 1,208 1,486 1,653 1,470 1,709 8,383 2,560 2,379 2,404 2,756 2,299 2,595 14,993 *February 2016 was a leap year. **March international a.n-ivalsare approximate . CBP discovered an anomaly with the FY1 6 dataset that was previously released. The issue was tracked to a system mode rnization upgrade conducted in Febrnaiy 20 16. Durin g the upgrade , some data was attributed to the upgra de date rather than the date of the sear ch. As a result, multip le fiscal yeai. datasets were affected. The issue has since been corrected, and the correct dataset is reflected in this release. -CBPU.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Departmen t of Homeland Security charged ivith the management , control and protection of our nations borders at and between official ports of entl)I. CBP is charged with keeping tenw1sts and terrot1st ,veapons out of the countty while enforcing hundreds of U.S. laws. CBP FOIA 005076 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000606 Page 1848 of 6020 From: b6,b7c To: b6,b7c Cc: b6,b7c Bcc: Subject: Date: Attachments: Hi - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Biometrics story.docx Wed Aug 30 2017 10:33:14 EDT Biometrics story.docx , I have some comments and changes in track changes...happy to go over these with you today. Really great story...thanks for all your hard work getting this done! Thanks! (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Director, Communication and Outreach Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection Phone: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Cell: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) www.cbp.gov (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 005077 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000607 Page 1851 of 6020 From: b6,b7c To: b6,b7c Cc: Bcc: Subject: Date: Attachments: - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) b6,b7c Biometrics Edits Fri Aug 25 2017 09:00:37 EDT Biometrics story-edit.docx - Attached are this version. - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) comments/edit/cuts to - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Biometrics article. Please incorporate your edits to Thank you! - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) From: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Sent: Thursday, August 24, 2017 2:39 PM To: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Subject: Edits attached - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , for your review. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Chief of Staff - Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) * Mobile: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 005078 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000608 Page 1883 of 6020 From: b6,b7c To: b6,b7c Cc: Bcc: Subject: Date: Attachments: - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) FW: Examples of Monthly Reports Wed Aug 23 2017 12:47:10 EDT (b) (3) _VA EES_MPR11_OY1_June 1 to 30 2017_Updated.pdf July Monthly VA Analysis Brief.pdf OCPA Monthly Media Analysis_AUG 2015_FINAL.pptx VWC Media Analysis Monthly Report (July).pdf - , Here are some sample reports from - (b) (3) that may give you an idea of their work. Thank you, (b)(6);(b)(7 (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , COR Lvl 3, DHS PM 2 Office of Public Affairs Customs and Border Protection 1300 Pennsylvania Ave Washington, DC 20229 Office: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Cell: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Email: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) From: (b) (6) CBP FOIA 005079 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000609 Page 1893 of 6020 Se t W d To : d A o t 23 2017 11 05 AM (b )(6) :(b )(7)(C) > Cc (b)( 6 ) Subj ect: Examples of Monthly Reports Thanks and look forward to meet ing you later today , - CBP FOIA 005080 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000610 Page 1894 of 6020 b3 b3 b3 b3 b3 From: To: Cc: Bee: Subj ect: Date: Attachments : FW: Examples of Monthly Reports Wed Aug 23 2017 12:43:31 EDT [G)li)1 _VA EES_MPR11_OY1_June 1 to 30 2017_Updated.pdf ~ onthly VA Analys is Brief .pdf OCPA Month ly Media Ana lysis_AUG 2015_FINAL.pptx VWC Media Ana lysis Monthly Report (July).pdf For today 's 2 pm meeting with (b) (3) you here are the sample reports - please print and bring with Thank you, ? (b )(6) ;(b )(7)(C) , COR Lvl 3, DHS PM 2 Office of Public Affairs Customs and Border Protection 1300 Pennsylvania Ave Washington , DC 20229 Office : (b )(6 );( b )(7 )( C ) Cell: (b )(6 ) ;(b )(7 )( C ) Email: (b )(6) ;(b )(7)(C) CBP FOIA 005105 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000635 Page 1923of 6020 From: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) To: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Cc: Bcc: Subject: Date: Attachments: - Biometrics story -- Frontline Magazine Tue Aug 22 2017 13:35:49 EDT Biometrics story.docx (b)(6);(b)(7) At long last, here is the biometrics story for Frontline Magazine. Without you, I could never have written this story. You are a MARVELOUS teacher and friend. Thank you, thank you, and thank you again for helping me. This truly was one of the most difficult stories I've had to write. But I sure learned a lot. J Please read it over and let me know if you see anything that isn't accurate. As I mentioned, I am still waiting for the U.S. Attorney's press release about the Indian national so that I can write the sidebar story. I heard from (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) yesterday that the Indian national did enter a guilty plea last Thursday, but as yet, no press release has been issued. Also, I am in the process of sending the story out to my sources. Please say a prayer that all of them like it and that it is kept intact. I am hoping this story does great things for CBP. Thank you again for your support, encouragement, excellent teaching skills, and friendship. We need to go out and celebrate your birthday. Let's pick a date! J J - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Writer/Editor Communication and Outreach Division Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection Ph: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 005106 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000636 Page 1953 of 6020 Email: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) www.cbp.gov CBP FOIA 005107 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000637 Page 1954 of 6020 From: To: Cc: Bcc: Subject: Date: Attachments: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Biometrics story -- Frontline Magazine Tue Aug 22 2017 13:21:07 EDT Biometrics story.docx (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) , At long last, here is the biometrics story for Frontline Magazine, "Biometric Breakthrough: How CBP is meeting its mandate and keeping America safe." I am in the process of sending the story out to all of my sources to check it for accuracy. I am asking them to have it back to me by this Friday, August 25th. As you will see, the story is extremely long, but it actually is the same length as my "Racing Ahead" trade story. Also, I am still waiting for the U.S. Attorney's press release about the Indian national so that I can write the sidebar story. I heard from (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) yesterday that the Indian national did enter a guilty plea last Thursday, but as yet, no press release has been issued. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) is keeping a close watch, but I also will reach out to (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) to see if he can contact his public affairs friend at the U.S. Attorney's Office in Atlanta and let us know when we can have the press release. I also am waiting for some photos from . He is waiting for Delta Air Lines for the set-ups. - (b)(6);(b)(7) I hope you both like the story. It was a tough one, but I learned a lot. :-) Thank you for your support, encouragement, and patience. It is very much appreciated. - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Writer/Editor CBP FOIA 005108 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000638 Page 1964 of 6020 Communication and Outreach Division Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection Ph: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Email: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) www.cbp.gov CBP FOIA 005109 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000639 Page 1965 of 6020 From: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) To: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Cc: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Bee: Subj ect: Meeting Notes from Source Selection Meeting Aug 7 for News article and Media Monitoring PR 20096901 Date: ~ 2017 08 :04:02 EDT Attachments : ~ Price Quote_2017-08-07 .pdf CONSENSUS REPORT-RECOMMENDAT ION TO SSA_SIGNED.pdf PPX"2 oo96901 RFQ1211731 Tech Vol News Art icle Media Monitoring.pdf PR 20096901 RFQ1211731 echnical & Past Perf News Article Med ....pdf RFQ CBP20096901T JH r.ce Quote_20 17-08-07 .pdf RFQ CBP20096901 TJH Offer Price Quote.xlsx.pdf SSO_Orientation Brief for tJ .pptx Good morning (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) . ive Informat ion that may_not be shared outs ide of the somu.rc,..;; e_,_ nd advisors-,pml ::indMike Friel; Procurement: - To summar ize our meeting yesterday: CBP FO IA 0051 10 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000640 Page 3527 of 6020 If you have any ques tions please let me know . CBP FOIA 005111 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000641 Page 3528 of 6020 Thank you, (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Office of Public Affairs Customs and Border Protection 1300 Pennsylvania Ave Washington, DC 20229 Office: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Cell: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) This email may contain proprietary information related to the conduct of a Federal Agency procurement, the disclosure of which is restricted by Section 27 of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act (41 U .S.C. 423). The unauthorized disclosure of such information may subject both the discloser and recipient of the information to contractual, civil, and/or criminal penalties as provided by law. NOTICE: The Contracting Officer is the sole individual authorized to make changes to the contract or task order. Contents of this email are not intended to change the scope of the existing contract or task order. If any part of this communication is construed to constitute a change in scope, the Contractor has the sole responsibility to notify the CBP Contracting Officer in accordance with FAR Clause 52.2437, Notifications of Changes. CBP FOIA 005112 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000642 Page 3529 of 6020 (3) CBP FDIA 005125 Page 3544 of 6020 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) From: b6b7c To : b6b7c Cc: Bee: Subject: Dat e: Attachments : RE: search of electronic devices Thu Aug 03 2017 12:53:08 EDT image00 1.png image002.png image003.png image004.png image00S. png image006.png image007.png image008.jpg OK ...... I'll reformat your answers and send to reporter . I'll copy in our Ottawa attache so he's in the loop too. YOU ARE TREMENDOUS!!!!!! > We can answe r some of them. 1) Am I wrong If Isa electron ic devices? CBP FOIA 005217 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000747 Page 5466 of 6020 2) Do you have the number of Canadians (or peop le entering US from Canada ) that had their electronic devices searched? In 2015? In 2016? In 2017? We do not have these stat istics broken down by citizenship. 3) What systeme does CPB use to search the content of electronic dev ices? Does CPB kee of the content of those electronic devices ? This process is detailed in the Policy Regarding Border Search of Electron ic Devices . 4) How many cop ies of the content of electronic devices were done in 2015? 2016? 2017? We do not have any further statistics to share. 5) How many were Canadians? We do not have any further statistics to share. (b )(6 );(b )(7)(C ) Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office : (b )(6 );(b )(7)(C) From : Sent: I Cell (b )(6);( b )(7 )(C) ff@1!Il!J] u: a y,~gust 03, 2017 12:28 PM CBP FOIA 005218 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000748 Page 5467 of 6020 To: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Subject: FW: search of electronic devices Hi, ?: (b)(6);(b)(7 I sent this reporter our statement (April 11, 2017) on electronic media search which was very thorough. He has come back with these questions. (b) (5) Thoughts? I'll send you a copy of the 4/11 statement in a separate email for your convenience. - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C From: (b) (6) Sent: Thursday, August 03, 2017 9:35 AM To: b6b7c Subject: Re: search of electronic devices Hi - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) ! Have you seen my previous email? CBP FOIA 005219 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000749 Page 5468 of 6020 On Fri, Jul 28, 2017 at 12:53 PM, (b) (6) - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) wrote: ... you are one of the fastest person in the world. Thank you for that. Now, I need some clarifications. 1) Am I wrong If I say that agents can require the password or the opening with fingerprints of the electronic devices? 2) Do you have the number of Canadians (or people entering US from Canada) that had their electronic devices searched? In 2015? In 2016? In 2017? 3) What systeme does CPB use to search the content of electronic devices? Does CPB keep of copies of the content of those electronic devices ? 4) How many copies of the content of electronic devices were done in 2015? 2016? 2017? 5) How many were Canadians? On Fri, Jul 28, 2017 at 11:30 AM, b6b7c - wrote: Hello, (b) (6) All travelers arriving to the U.S. are subject to CBP inspection. This inspection may include electronic devices such as computers, disks, drives, tapes, mobile phones and other communication devices, cameras, music and other media players and any other electronic or digital devices. Various laws that CBP is charged to enforce authorize searches and detention in accordance with 8 U. S.C. ? 1357 and 19 U.S.C. ?? 1499, 1581, 1582. All persons, baggage, and merchandise arriving in, or departing from, the United States are subject to inspection, search and detention. This is because CBP officers must determine the identity and citizenship of all persons seeking entry into the United States, determine the admissibility of foreign nationals, and deter the entry of possible terrorists, terrorist weapons, controlled substances, and a wide variety of other prohibited and restricted items. CBP FOIA 005220 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000750 Page 5469 of 6020 Keeping America safe and enforcing our nation's laws in an increasingly digital world depends on our ability to lawfully examine all materials entering the U.S. Searches of electronic devices at the border are often integral to a determination of an individual's intentions upon entry and provide additional information relevant to admissibility determinations under immigration laws. They are critical to the detection of evidence relating to terrorism and other national security matters, human and bulk cash smuggling, contraband, and child pornography. They can also reveal information about financial and commercial crimes, such as those relating to copyright, trademark and export control violations. CBP electronic media searches have resulted in arrests for child pornography, evidence helpful in combating terrorist activity, violations of export controls, convictions for intellectual property rights violations, and visa fraud discoveries. It is important to note that electronic media is just one piece of additional data examined during a border inspection and used to determine admissibility. The search is intended to complement other forms of information and intelligence commonly used during the inspection and vetting process. Failure to provide information to assist CBP may result in the detention and/or seizure of the electronic device. All persons, baggage, and merchandise arriving in, or departing from, the United States are subject to inspection, search and detention. Over the past few years, CBP has adapted and adjusted our actions to align with current threat information, which is based on intelligence. As the threat landscape changes, so does CBP. Additional CBP officers have been trained on electronic media searches as more travelers than ever before are arriving at U.S. ports of entry with multiple electronics. Despite an increase in electronic media searches during the last fiscal year, it remains that CBP examines the electronic devices of less than onehundredth of one percent of travelers arriving to the United States. CBP is committed to ensuring the rights and privacies of all people while making certain that CBP can take the lawful actions necessary to secure our borders. I am also attaching a statement released earlier this year on the search of electronic devices by CBP at the border. It covers many of your questions. - (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 005221 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000751 Page 5470 of 6020 -(b) (6) reporter, LA VERIF Cellulaire:(b) (6) Twitter: (b) (6) -(b) (6) reporter, LA VERIF Cellulaire: Twitter: (b) (6) (b) (6) CBP FOIA 005222 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000752 Page 5471 of 6020 From: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) To: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) >; FRIEL, MICHAEL J (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Cc: Bcc: Subject: Responses Date: Attachments: Monitoring.pdf ***Ned Assistance*** Source Selection for PR 20096901 GSA RFQ1211731 Mon Jul 31 2017 13:30:16 EDT image001.gif image002.jpg PR 20096901 RFQ1211731 (b) (3) - PR 20096901 RFQ1211731 (b) (7)(E) PR 20096901 RFQ1211731 (b) (7)(E) Monitoring.pdf ech Vol News Article Media Monitoring.pdf Sample fig2 News Article Media Aloha All, Attached are the two responses that we received for the above subject GSQ RFQ for News Article and Media Monitoring Services. I appreciate your assistance! Mahalo, (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Contract Specialist CBP FOIA 005223 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000753 Page 5510 of 6020 Mission Support Contracting Division-West U.S. Customs and Border Protection Indianapolis, Indiana Voice (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Fax (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) NOTICE: This communication, along with any attachments, may contain legally privileged and confidential information that is to be used only by the intended recipient. If you received this message in error, please destroy it and all attachments immediately without opening, reading, saving, or printing, and immediately notify the sender. CBP FOIA 005224 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000754 Page 5511 of 6020 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) 00(3) From: Office of the Secretary (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) To: Cc: Bcc: Subject: Date: Attachments: Message from Secretary John F. Kelly Mon Jul 31 2017 09:19:47 EDT image001.gif July 31, 2017 Message from Secretary John F. Kelly This morning, I will be swearing an oath of office to defend the Constitution for the 16th time - this time to be the White House Chief of Staff. Although I am moving downtown, you are in good hands at DHS. Elaine Duke will be the Acting Secretary. Few people know DHS as well as Elaine does, and she will step in and continue with a strong focus on the mission. Also, Chip Fulghum, the current Acting Under Secretary for Management will once again step up - this time as the Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Deputy Secretary. Additionally, the Department's Chief of Staff, Kirstjen Nielsen, will begin a White House detail today to support my move. In her absence, Chad Wolf will be the Department's acting Chief of Staff. With these changes I expect that the Department will not skip a beat. While I am honored to have this new opportunity, I will truly miss being your Secretary. You are a tremendous group of selfless public servants...the best of the best our country produces. You deserve more praise and recognition than you receive, but rest assured you have my respect and deep thanks. Thank you for the honor of having served America by your side in the home game. CBP FOIA 005278 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000808 Page 5637 of 6020 Thank you for letting me walk the often dangerous southwest border trails with you, and for showing me how you keep America safe at the ports in Miami and Long Beach. Thank you for your efforts to keep those who would do us harm from receiving a visa or entering our homeland illegally. Thank you for the respect you showed me when I visited our Coast Guard fleet. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to accompany you on pre-dawn ICE operations in the dangerous work of apprehending criminal-illegal aliens. Thank you for keeping millions of airline passengers safe, our cyber networks free of contamination, and helping our citizens recover from natural disasters of every kind. Thank you for all the other thousands of things you do each day for our country. Thank you most of all for allowing me to be part of the DHS family. Sincerely, John F. Kelly Secretary of Homeland Security With honor and integrity, we will safeguard the American people, our homeland, and our values. CBP FOIA 005279 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000809 Page 5638 of 6020 From: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) To: (b) (6), (b) (7)(C) Cc: Bcc: Subject: Date: Attachments: FW: OPA Daily Report and Weekly Metrics, July 24, 2017 Mon Jul 24 2017 17:54:48 EDT 7 24 17 Monday Matrix CBPpeaks.pdf Analytics All Traffic Web Performance Metrics-CBP.gov 20170717-20170723.pdf DVIDS Placement Chart 7.16 - 7.24.pdf DVIDS Placements Report Full Details 7.24..xlsx image001.jpg image002.jpg image003.jpg OPA Weekly Metrics for July 17-23 2017 (003).xlsx UPCOMING SPEECHES 7-24-17.docx OPA Daily for your review. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Director of Visual Communications Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) ______ _________________ From: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Sent: Monday, July 24, 2017 9:20:27 PM To: MCALEENAN, KEVIN K; VITIELLO, RONALD D (USBP) CBP FOIA 005280 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000810 Page 5641 of 6020 (b )(6):(b )(7)(C) o o o oo o (b )(6):(b )(7)(C) :!imtllGJ~U (b )(6):(b )(7)(C) ~ (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) o - e o o I aI y Report and Week ly Metrics, July 24 , 20 17 Media: * CBP Office of Public Affa irs responded to severa l media outlets includ ing the New Yo rk Times , Wall Street Journa l and CNN request ing information related to the individua ls who perished or were injured inside a trailer in a human smugg ling inciden t in San Anton io, Texas, yesterday . CBP provided the latest death statistics, background information abou t recent cases in wh ich CBP has been able to rescue individuals beinj smuggled , and also pitched follow-on stories and ride-alongs for expanded stories . Leac. \ftf Pffi Socia l Media: Tweets: [cid :image002. j pg@01 D30487 .D9B54CF0 ] [cid :image003. j pg@01 D30487 .D9B54CF0 ] Impress ions : number of individuals that viewed the twee t on Twitter. Engagements : number of times an individual interacted with the twee t, i.e ., liked, favor ited, shared, etc . Commun ication and Outreach: Interna l Communicat ions (Lead : (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) * Email Messages : CBP Central * CBPnet Posting : CBP Central * OHS Connect: U.S. Coast Guard Honors CBP Liaison Officer So li (b) (7)( E) [cid :image001. j pg@01D30477 .6EB3E8E0] CBPSpeaks (Lead: (b )(6);(b )(7)(C) CBPSpeaks reported 22 speakers the week of July 17 with an anticipated audience reach to 5,600 individuals. Visua l Commun ications : * Producing a video for the U.S. Secret Serv ice in San Diego announcing the opening of a 40th Electronic Crimes Task Force (ECTF) in San Diego . The ECTFs serve as an information sha ring and a colla borative forum on cybercrime. They focus on crime prevention, mitigation, invest igations and prosecut ions . * Captured , packaged and delivered imagery of a fentany l seizure at the San Ys idro Port of Entry for internal and externa l information and messag ing. * Photographed CBP Act ing Commiss ioner Kevin McAleenan presen ting caree r serv ice awards to CBP personne l at the Sen ior Managemen t Council meet ing. * Photographed CBP Act ing Commiss ioner Kevin McAleenan speak ing to Law Enforcement Explorers. The Explorers are participating in the Nationa l Law Enforcement Explorers Leadersh ip Academies . * Uploaded field-acquired imagery to Flickr of CBP's role in the arrest of a 56-yea r-old fema le suspec t from Tucson attempting to smugg le three illegal aliens in the trunk of a vehicle on State Route 83, north of Tucson , Arizona , and the seizure of 27.42 pounds of methamphetamine concea led in the CBP FOIA 005281 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000811 Page 5642 of 6020 vehicle of a 42-year-old male Mexican citizen. (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) Chief of Staff - Office of Public Affairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) * Mobile: (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) CBP FOIA 005282 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000812 Page 5643 of 6020 7 24 17 Monday MatrixRequest/Clearance CBPpeaks.pdf for Printed-Item: 540 ( Attachment 1 of 9) Speakers CBPSpeaks Page 1 of 8 Commissioner Air & Marine Border Patrol Chief Counsel Branding + Marketing Field Operations Congressional Affairs CBP net Search CBP net collaboration , U.S. Customs and . Border ProtN,tion Trade Operations Support Professional Responsibility CBP.gov Enterprise Services Public Affairs PBRB Requests Speakers Request/Clearance new item or edit this list CBPSpeaks All Items Speaker's Name Find an item Job Title Grade Date of Speech Speech Topic Title of Event/Conference Media Event Location Travel Office Event Sponsor Request Status (OPA) Speaker Relationship CBPSPEAKS Multiple Speakers Grade 15 6/28/2021 International Trade Annual Conference (June 28-30, 2021) Local Media,National Media Sheraton Tilmes Square, NY Yes OT, OFO AAEI Pending CBP Speaks Review No CBPSPEAKS Multiple Speakers Grade 15 6/15/2020 International Trade Annual Conference, (June 15-17, 2020) Local Media,National Media Marriott Harbor Beach Resort, Ft. Lauderdale Yes OT, OFO AAEI Pending CBP Speaks Review No CBPSPEAKS Multiple Speakers Grade 14 10/14/2019 International Trade Annual Meeting (Oct. 14-16, 2019, Ritz Carlton in Pentagon City) TBD DC No OT and OFO NBCBA Pending CBP Speaks Review No CBPSPEAKS Multiple Speakers Grade 15 6/26/2019 International Trade Annual Conference (June 26-28, 2016) Local Media,National Media Renaissance Washington, DC No OT, OFO AAEI Pending CBP Speaks Review No CBPSPEAKS Multiple Speakers Grade 14 10/8/2018 International Trade Annual Meeting form 10/8 to 10/10 TBD DC No OT and OFO NBCBA Pending CBP Speaks Review No CBPSPEAKS Multiple Speakers Grade 15 6/6/2018 International Trade Annual Conference (June 6-8, 2018) Local Media,National Media Baltimore Marriott Waterfront No OT, OFO AAEI Pending CBP Speaks Review No CBPSPEAKS TBD Grade 15 4/16/2018 Travel Annual conference TBD San Diego Yes OFO AAAE Pending CBP Speaks Review No CBPSPEAKS TBD Grade 14 3/20/2018 Trust Travel Programs Worldwide Airport Conference TBD Stockholm, Sweden Yes OFO Passenger Terminal Expo Pending CBP Speaks Review No COLONNELLO, JOANNE Center Director Grade 15 11/16/2017 Trade Global Logistics Conference Closed to Media NY No OFO Expeditors Approved by DHS Speakers Bureau No Owen, Todd C (AC OFO) EAC SES 10/26/2017 International Trade Building Bridges While Minimizing Barriers TBD Laredo Yes OFO Southern Border Conference Delegated No Anthropologist Grade 13 or below 10/24/2017 International Trade Symposium: October 22-25, 2017 Local Media,National Media WA Yes OS Geological Society of America Form not submitted No Acting C1 SES 10/23/2017 Border Security Annual Conference TBD San Diego Yes Commissioner's Office National Association of Foreign-Trade Zone N/A No Multiple Speakers Grade 14 10/23/2017 Trust Travel Programs National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones Conference (NAFTZ) Local Media CA Yes OFO National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones Approved by DHS Speakers Bureau No DC No (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) MCALEENAN, KEVIN K (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) (b)(6);(b)(7)(C) 10/23/2017 IDGA No CBP FOIA 005283 (b) (7)(E) DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000813 Page 5645 of 6020 7/21/2017 Page 2 of 8 Speaker's Name CBPSPEAKS Job T<' ," '\$>\' '1) ' ""' <\' ,f> ./' .,..$ ,:.._,'i'> ' ~5> '\:-S ," -... c;,' .:\_!), ' "" r::,' '1) x1;? ,,.~'l, ,,,,,.\"' "" ' '1)r::, ~;? ,,, ,:, -~ 0 I .,.o ,if- ~'\ " "~ ~'?' 07/ 16/2017 I 07/24/2017 I U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Public Affairs - Visual Communications Division Report Pulled by DVIDS360 Reports on Monday July 24th 2017 2:33PM EDT ,--'I ,<~ ,'1-' ,;('" ,i( +<::' I ..,,.~<,; video I placements CBP FOIA 005290 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000820 1/ 1 Page 5657 of 6020 DVIDS Placements Report Full Details 7.24..xlsx for Printed Item: 540 ( Attachment 4 of 9) Placements for U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Public Affairs - Visual Communications D Date Placed Asset Title Asset ID Type Category Unit DHS Secretary Kelly Press Conference on 7/23/17 18:37 New Executive Order 7/23/17 7:12 Know Before You Go (Spanish) 7/23/17 7:12 Know Before You Visit (English) 7/21/17 21:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 21:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 20:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 20:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 19:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 19:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 19:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 18:38 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 18:38 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 18:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 18:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 18:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 18:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 18:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 18:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/21/17 18:37 CBP Chula Vista facility 507663 Video 392434 Video 392439 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video DHS Secretary Kelly Press Conference on 7/21/17 10:10 New Executive Order 507663 Video Briefings USCBP DHS Secretary Kelly Press Conference on 7/20/17 18:09 New Executive Order 507663 Video Briefings USCBP Briefings PSA PSA B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP U.S. Customs & Border Protection Operations Are Back to Normal In Newark 7/20/17 2:13 International Airport 160210 Video B-Roll USCBP U.S. Customs & Border Protection Operations Are Back to Normal In Newark 7/20/17 0:43 International Airport 160210 Video B-Roll USCBP U.S. Customs & Border Protection Operations Are Back to Normal In Newark 7/20/17 0:43 International Airport 160210 Video B-Roll USCBP U.S. Customs & Border Protection Operations Are Back to Normal In Newark 7/20/17 0:20 International Airport 160210 Video B-Roll USCBP U.S. Customs & Border Protection Operations Are Back to Normal In Newark 7/19/17 19:24 International Airport 7/19/17 1:06 CBP UAS Guardian B-Roll 160210 Video B-Roll 142987 Video B-Roll USCBP USCBP CBP FOIA 005291 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000821 Page 5659 of 6020 DVIDS Placements Report Full Details 7.24..xlsx for Printed Item: 540 ( Attachment 4 of 9) 7/18/17 22:06 Otay Mesa B-Roll 7/17/17 8:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 7:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 6:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 6:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 6:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 5:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 5:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 5:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 5:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 5:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 2:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 2:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 2:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 2:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 2:40 CBP Chula Vista facility 7/17/17 2:40 CBP Chula Vista facility CBP Predator-B Unmanned Aircraft Tracks 7/16/17 9:17 Drugs Smugglers 451586 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video 150656 Video B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll B-Roll USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP USCBP 157423 Video B-Roll USCBP CBP FOIA 005292 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000822 Page 5660 of 6020 DVIDS Placements Report Full Details 7.24..xlsx for Printed Item: 540 ( Attachment 4 of 9) ivision: July 16 2017 - 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'FatAlbert'blimpgetsa littlebrother- forthe moment BYTIMOTHY O'HARA KeyWestCitizen as part of a test, is designed to "7ft, M OI monitor boat traffic coming into the United States. "Fat Albert" has been used for more than three decades to monitor air traffic coming into the country, said Robert Brown, who is the manager of the program for Customs and Border Protection. The two helium-filled giants on Cudjoe Key are part of a series of blimps in RobertBrown,managerof the CudjoeKeyblimpfor ~ Customs and Border Protection has added another set of eyes to its high-tech surveillance system on Cudjoe Key,adding another feature to the skyline of the Lower Keys. To locals, this means the blimp commonly referred to as "Fat Albert" has a little brother, or sister, in need of a nickname . The new blimp, which is here Monroe County Commissioner David Rice is asking the commis.5ion to reconsider its vote on a proposal that reduced $1.3 million a year in insurance costs for county retirees, which is funded by taxpayers. The commission will vote on the request when it meets at 9 a.m. Wednesday at the Marathon Government Center, 2798 Overseas Highway.If the commis.5ioners agree to reconsider, they will formally vote again on the policy at the July 25 budget meeting in KeyWest. Last month , the commission approved a change to its insurance plan for people who retire early, but still receive county-funded health benefits. In some cases, county employees have retired as early as 48, but still received county subsidized insurance until they were Medicare eligible at 65. The policy is costing the county roughly $1.3 mil- Customs andBorderProtection, standsunderthe See BLIMP, Page10A smallerof the twoblimpsat the site. SeeINSURANCE, Page10A Rapetrial set to beginthis monthpushedbackto September BYADAM LINHARDT KeyWestCitizen The trial of a Florida Keys man accused of brutally raping a woman in Tavernier last year that was set to begin this month has been continued to September, according to court records. Johnny Lee Hayes, 54, was charged with life felony sex- ual battery resulting prison. in serious bodily Jury selection for injury; first-degree the trial had been felony kidnapping, scheduled to begin also punishable by a on Monday, July 24, maximum of life in at the Plantation Key prison ; second-de courthouse before -=es......... ..u Circuit Judge Luis gree aggravated bat - ..,..__ Bey tery and second -de Garcia. The new trial gree robbery. Second-degree date is now Sept. 18 before felonies are each punishable the same judge at the same by a maximum of 15years in courthouse. Typically, administrative reasons means other cases are crowding the docket and judges historically want to have enough allotted courtroom time should the trial take longer than expected. The 39-year-old Tavernier victim was raped while walking to a bar at Mile Marker 91 around 9 p.m. March 13, 2016. A male came out of the bushes, grabbed her and dragged her into the wooded area behind the Tavernier Towne Shopping Center , 91256 Overseas Highway. The suspect allegedly beat her, breaking multiple ribs as well as bones in her face, and reportedly told her that he had done this to six See RAPE, Page10A Fa ily oadTrip? Make memories that last a lifetime with great rates fast local service and affordable payments on Keys Auto Loans. Call 305-293-6000 o Go to KeysFCU.org o Visit any branch in Key West, Big Pine & Marathon os ubject to creditapproval Restrictionsmayapply. INDEX ? BUSINESS-1C CITIZENS'VOICE- 2A CLASSIFIEDS -6C KEYSWIDE CLASSIFIEDS? keysnews.com/classifieds CRIMEREPORT - 2A GAMEPAGE- 4C KEYSHOMES-1D KEYSLIFE-3C OPINION- 4A SPORTS-1B IIIIIIIIII111~11111 111111111 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000834 Page 5681 of 6020 Citizen071617 .pdf for Printed Item 550 ( Attachment 1 of 43) 2A THEKEY WEST CITIZEN ? SUNDAY, Jmx16, 2017 IN THEPUBLIC'S INTEREST: will meetat 6 p.m. on Monday,July o Fosterhomeswanted WesleyHouseFamilyServicesis activelyseekingfamiliesinterested in providinga hometo children andwill be holdinga FosterParent Trainingseriesbeginningat 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July26, in Key Largo.Forinfonnationand registration, call MeganBurgessat 305-809-5020or emailat megan. burgess@wesleyhouse .org.The deadlinefor registrationis Monday, July17. Theeventwill take place at WesleyHouseFamilyServices, 99451 OverseasHighway, Key La~ . withspeakerJoyce 17, at theVFW Griffin,supervisorof elections.The meetingis opento the public. For information,call 305-942-1611. TheVFWis locatedat 2200 N. RooseveltBlvd. o Reef Reliefmeeting ReefReliefwill hold a membership meetingfrom 6 to 8 p.m. July17, at the Casa on Monday, MarinaResortForinformation, emailreefrelief@gmail.com or call 305-294-3100.CasaMarinais locatedat 1500 ReynoldsSt AROUND THEKEYS Ealtor's11 ote: ToIra ~ your eventlisted inAround the Keys,e-mail the who, what, where and whento newsroom@fr e,snews.com. 9 a.m.to 5 p.m.,andtrainingfor KeyLargofrom 9 a.m.to noonon will be from 9 Wednesday, July19, at the Murray annualrecertification E. NelsonCenter,102050 Overseas a.m.to 1 p.m eachday.ForinforHighway. Forinformation,call 305- mationor to register,call 305-60~ 292-4501 or visit http://monroe. 8441 or emailkeys.volunteers@ gmail.com. ifas.ufl.edu. o HAZWOPER training Hazardous wasteoperationsand emergency responsetrainingwill be heldThursday, July20, at the o Plantclinic offered MarathonFireDepartment andon Helpis offeredfor plantand insect Wednesday, Aug.29, at the Key problemsbyMonroeCountyMaster la~ library. Thetrainingsession o Republi cans at a freeplantclinicin for initialcertificationwill be from TheSouthernmost RepublicanClub Gardeners Citizens' Voice CRIMEREPORT Trafficstop led to cocaine arrest on StockIsland CITIZEN STAFF "Youget goodemployeesby beinga good example;you lead by doing. I hire local kids, teach them what I expect:A good first impression,courtesyand strongwork ethic. Maybe it's }Ourmanagementskills that are creating}Our poor results.o "Howis it I've hadthe oppo site experiencewhendealing with immigrantemplo~s? I especiallydislike whenthey yell loudly back and forth between each other in their nativelanguage,eventhoughthey are five feet apart,which seems to be the norm, alongwith no manners.Youcan think globally, but you needto hire locally: "I ju st returnedfromvacation. I used Uberto take me to the airport and take me home when I returned.Both cars were impeccablyclean. Theyboth arrivedin five minutes. Thedrivers werevery nice and proud of their service. Eachtrip cost $10. Lovecompetition:o STOCKISLAND- A traffic stop Wednesday led to the seizure of more than 16 grams of cocaine, according to the Monroe County Sheriff'sOffice. Anthony Macias, 34, of Stock Island, was charged with possession of cocaine with intent to sell and possession of drug paraphernalia. Deputy Alexandra Davis was on patrol on 5th Street just after 2 p.m. when she saw a Ford van with an expired tag. She pulled the van over and identified the driver as Macias,reports say. When Macias rolled down his window to speak with the deputy. she smelled the odor of marijuana emitting o Volunteers needed TropicCinemais seekingvolunteers. Trainingis providedandvolunteers will receivemoviepassesandfree popcorn.Forinformation,call John PhotoprOJPYided at 305-295-9493or visit http:// Tropi c Cinemais seekingvolunte ers.Training is provided and www.tropiccinema.com. Tropic volunte ers will receiv e movi e pas ses and fre e popcorn. Cinemais locatedat 416 EatonSt. Love the Skin You're In! Call (305)320-0500 or Online at Ocea nSpaKeyWest.com Ocean WJ:llnes.sSpa & Salon 829 Simonton from the window, reports say. Deputy Christopher Schwartzresponded to back her up on the trafficstop. A search of the van turned up 16.4grams of cocaine in several plastic bags, reports say.Maciasalso had a digital scale in the van like those commonly used to weigh illegal substances and dep . uties allege the scale had cocaine residue on it. Macias was taken to the Monroe County Detention Center on StockIsland. Date Visible Maic Height Appears Disappears Editor'sNote: Therewill be no visible passesof the InternationalSpaceStationuntil after Thursday, July20. KEYWEST5-DAYFORECAST TODAY TONIGHT 0 89 80 Partlycloudy; gotaloe? Cloudsandsun; IJ)fl'sbeachday Informationin the Crime Report is obtained from reportsprovidedby arealaw enforceme nt agencies. If you have information that couldhelpsolvea crime in theFloridaKeys,callCrime Stoppers,800-346-TIPS. Key West Lows 7/16 7/18 7/19 9:48AM 9:48 PM 11:03AM 10:41 PM 12:15 PM 11:37 PM 1:21 PM 90 / 80 89/ 81 Highs 7:49AM 8:21 PM 8:25AM 11:28 PM 9:Q4AM Lows 12:27 AM 1:04 PM 1:18AM 2:13 PM 2:10AM 3:20P M 3:03AM 4:20PM ~ July 14 Actual Prec1p1tat1on Mooth-tstmaster. Send address cl1allll3s to TheCitizen. P.OBox18Xl. KeyWest, Fl33041. Thisnewspaper Ismadeusingienewable wood fiberfromsustainably managed fol:O{)LE.~ Editorial the odds that students enrolling in Daytona State would stay until they earned a degree, a key metric in the state's performance rankings. Despite the cuts Gulf Coast President John Holdnak is confident that he can keep the school on track - through this round. At one point the school was looking at possibly losing up to $2 million in state funding and the loss it did suffer can be absorbed easier, but not without any impact whatsoever. Hopefully; Holdnak will be able to keep some of the programs targeted by the Legislature on life support. But these are decisions no state college should have to make particularly in light of the bounty heaped on the state university system, which received a $250 million boost in funding. As he vetoed a bill that would have done even more damage to the state college system, Gov.Rick Scott chided lawmakers for pitting Florida's 28 colleges against the universities. But Scott couldn't undo the cruel cuts to the colleges' bottom line. Certainly. Negron's goal to grow Florida's universities into world-class research institutions, luring elite faculty and top-ranked students from across the nation, is a worthy one. But it shouldn't leave state colleges - which serve more than double the number of students than the state university system, with roughly one-quarter of their funding - begging for scraps to serve those students who need help the most - Panama City NewsHerald ;.......1MPORTANTWEBSITES: ..... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. TheCitizen Monroe County SheriffsOffice http://www.keysnews.com http://www.keysso.net ~ \N~ ~~'NE.R Lettersto the editor Seeksmaximum penaltyforpoachers I am once more angered and saddened by the continued poaching of our natural resources by the ignorant and selfish. Recall the recent snatching of Key deer by two Miami-Dade residents that resulted in the death of one (of the endangered animals). Recently six men from Alabama and Georgia speared 586 out-of-season lobsters including more than 100 undersized lobsters. They also poached stone crabs and reef fish over a two-day period. I am grateful for the thorough work by our marine law enforcement officers, particularly Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers. As we know our natural resources especially our marine life - drives the Keys' economy. Those, such as these Neanderthal throwbacks, are stealing from all of us. I urge prosecutors and judges to impose the maximum penalty on those who poach in our waters and in our preserves. Let them hunt lionfish and Burmese pythons. There is no limit. nor is there a season for these invasive creatures. Let us set an example of these poachers and send the message loud and clear to others who would steal from us all that the people of the Keyswill nottolerate the rape of our pelagic wildlife. SteveGibbs KeyLargo Cityshouldsue Navy to offsetharbor costs I read in The Citizen that City Manager Jim Scholl is recommending an increase Monroe County Monroe County School District in the City of Key West property taxes. http://www.monroecounty-fl.gov http://www.keysschools.com "We have some pretty significant addiCityof KeyWest Monroe County Clerk tional expenses that we've obligated http://www.cityofkeywest-t1.~v http://www.cler1<-of-the-court.com :.!'', ,:. ourselves to" Scholl stated. "The city ambulance service and the maintenance of the Truman Waterfront Park are two big items." I can't speak to the ambulance services; however, when the Navy transferred the property that has become the Truman Waterfront Park, as an "economic transfer" they required that the city have an economic plan to support the property prior to the transfer. If anyone recalls the economic plan, that the Navy approved, was centered on development of a deep water marina located in the inner basin of the harbor. Subsequently, when the Navy reneged on the city's use of the harbor, the city was left high and dry as to generating funds to offset the very maintenance costs Mr. Scholl is now proposing to pay with a tax hike. I believe that the city needs to sue the U.S. Navy for their promised (and required) use of the harbor or for the $1.5 million-$2 million dollars a year needed to offset the maintenance costs. Folks, these costs won't go away.They will only increase, year after year after year. EdSwiftill Key Haven Navyseeksdeveloperinput on housing- whata lousyidea The military allows its military personal to live off its own housing quarters into private housing. Our government then pays the private housing rents for military personnel. Landlords know the maximum amount our U.S. government allocates for military personnel thus renting to the "top dollar." This created an "artificial inflation" for all who live in this tourist town. If you put a stop to this, landlords will be forced to lower their exuberant rates. It's not "supply and demand" but "whatever top dollar you can get' which operates this town. Why would the Navy seek input from developers? This property is already developed. The public paid for this property - return it to its rightful owners. Start a co-op. Look at the lousy management of England-based company: Balfour Beatty. Its motive is money.The motive of co-ops is for the quality of life of the people. We always address the welfare of teachers, police, firefighters, etc. It's time we take care of the tourism industry workers who come and go; restaurant employees, hotel workers, watersports people, etc. Those who work in the tourism industry who truly make this town run. Divide this property to those businesses in the tourist industry whose people make minimum wage, work for tips, who come and go to live in this town, but while here, contribute greatly. Let the businesses turn these properties into single dwellings for single persons, who can only live in these homes as long as they live and work full time in KeyWest. Have everyone registered and viewed on a website - so no unauthorized persons can live there. Have their incomes made public so that we offer true affordable housing to jobs making below $500 a week. Once a person leaves their job, they have to leave the apartment. Only rent these properties, owned by the public, and leased to the deserving businesses. This is how you provide affordable housing for persons with low salaries who have suffered the most from this town's greed. 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Yes, President Trump himself was acting very defensively, as if he were hiding something. But no one ever produced the he Russia scandal has entered a new something. My view was: Collusion? I just don't see phase and there's no going back. it But I'm open to empirical evidence. For six months, the White House claimed that this scandal was nothing Show me. more than innuendo about Trump camThe evidence is now shown. This is not paign collusion with Russia in meddling in hearsay, not fake news, not unsourced leaks. This is an email chain released the 2016 election. Innuendo for which no concrete evidence had been produced. by Donald Trump Jr. himself. A British go-between writes that there's a Russian Yes, there were several government effort to help Trump Sr. win meetings with Russian the election, and as part of that effort he officials, some only proposes a meeting with a "Russian govbelatedly disclosed. But ernment attorney" possessing damaging that is circumstantial eviinformation on Hillary Clinton. Moreover, dence at best. Meetings the Kremlin is willing to share troves of tell you nothing unless incriminating documents from the Crown you know what happened Prosecutor. (Error: Britain has a Crown in them. We didn't. Some Prosecutor. Russia has a State Prosecutor.) of these were casual Donald Jr. emails back. "I love it." Fatal encounters in large groups like the famous July 2016 Kislyak-Sessions exchange of words. pleasantries at the Republican National Once you've said 'Tm in," it makes no Convention. Big deal. difference that the meeting was a bust, I was puzzled. Lots of cover-up, but that the intermediary brought no such where was the crime? Not even a third-rate goods. What matters is what Donald Jr. burglary. For six months, smoke without thought going into the meeting, as well as BYCHARLES KRAUTHAMMER Washington PostColumnist T Jared Kushner and then-campaign manager Paul Manafort, who were copied on the correspondence, invited to the meeting, and attended. "It was literally just a wasted 20 minutes, which was a shame," Donald Jr.told Sean Hannity. A shame? On the contrary, a stroke of luck. Had the lawyer real stuff to deliver, Donald Jr. and the others would be in far deeper legal trouble. It turned out to be incompetent collusion, amateur collusion, comically failed collusion. That does not erase the fact that three top Trump campaign officials were ready to play. It may turn out that they did later collaborate more fruitfully.We don't know. But even if nothing else is found, the evidence is damning. It's rather pathetic to hear Trump apologists protesting that it's no big deal because we Americans are always intervening in other people's elections, and they in ours. You don't have to go back to the '40s and '50s when the CIAintervened in France and Italy to keep the communists from coming to power. What about the Obama administration's blatant interference to try to defeat Benjamin Netanyahu in the latest Israeli election? One might even add the work of groups supported by the U.S. during Russian parliamentary elections - the very origin of Vladimir Putin's deep animus toward Hillary Clinton, then secretary of state, whom he accuses of having orchestrated the opposition. This defense is pathetic for two reasons. First, have the Trumpites not been telling us for six months that no collusion ever happened? And now they say: Sure it happened. So what? Everyone does it. What's left of your credibility when you make such a casual about-face? Second, no, not everyone does it. It's one thing to be open to opposition research dug up in Indiana. But not dirt from Russia, a hostile foreign power that has repeatedly invaded its neighbors (Georgia, Crimea, Eastern Ukraine), that buzzes our planes and ships in international waters, that opposes our every move and objective around the globe. Just last week the Kremlin killed additional U .N. sanctions we were looking to impose on North Korea for its ICBM test. See COLLUSION, PageSA CBPFOIA005307 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000837 Page 5684 of 6020 Citizen071617 .pdffor Printed Item 550 ( Attachment 1 of 43) 5A THEKEY WESTCITIZEN ? SUNDAY, JULY 16, 2017 Cartoonists'Corner Lobbyistwhomet TrumpJr. says he's not Russianintel THEASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON- The RussianAmerican lobbyist who attended a meeting at Trump Tower last year is a former military officer who has attracted congressional scrutiny over his political activities and has been shadowed by allegations of connections to Russian intelligence that he denies. Rinat Akhmetshin confinned his participation in the meeting to The Associated Press on Friday, providing new details of a June 2016 sitdown that included a Russian lawyer and President Donald Trump's oldest son, son-in-law and campaign chairman. His attendance at the meeting and his lobbying background created a new wrinkle to a story that has hounded the White House for days and added to questions about potential coordination between Russia and the Trump campaign. Akhmetshin is well-known in Washington for his advocacy efforts. He's been outspoken in recent years about a U.S.Jawlevyingsanctions on Russians and has worked to undermine the public narrative used to justify the bill. And his name has also surfaced in multiple American lawsuits, including one involving the hacking of a company's computer systems. Emails released this week by Donald Trump Jr. show the president's son agreed to the Trump Tower meeting with the idea that he would receive damaging information on Hillary Clinton from some one described to him as a "Russian government attorney." Akhmetshin began working with that attorney, Natalia Veselnitskaya,in 2015,after a public relations person he declined to name introduced them. The Russian government has denied any involvement or knowledge of the meeting. Asked Friday about Akhmetshin, Russian President Vladimir Putin's spokesman, Dmitry Peskov,told reporters: "We don't know anything about this person ." In an interview, Akhmetshin denied suggestions made in media reports, congressional letters and litigation that he is a former officer in Russia's military intelligence service known as the GRU, dismissing the allegations as a "smear campaign." He told the AP that he served in the Soviet Army from 1986 to 1988 in a unit that was part of counterintelligence but he was never fonnally trained as a spy. He said his unit operated in the Baltics and was "loosely part of counterintelligence." Akhmetshin, a naturalized American citizen who has lived in Washington since the early 1990s, and Veselnitskaya are known for lobbying efforts involving the Magnitsky Act, a brace of economic sanctions targeting Russian officials and individuals. YOONtf.D10 pO~1lUt\Ci ~1JIIM! UE'8 Aff6T! PresidentTrumpnameslawyerto headbeleagueredenergyagency THEASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON President Donald Trump has nominated energy lawyer Kevin McIntyre to chair the vacancy-plagued com mission that oversees the nation 's power grid and natural gas pipelines. Only one commissioner currently serves on the five-mem ber Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, leaving it without a quorum and unable to make decisions on interstate pipelines and other projects worth billions of dollars. If confirmed by the Senate , McIntyre, a Republican , would lead the five-member panel. Trump has nominated Republicans Neil Chatterjee and Robert Powelson to the commission and has said he intends to nominate Democrat Richard Glick. The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee has approved the two GOP nominees , but no vote has been scheduled in the Senate. Glick has not been formally nominated , but he is likely to be paired with McIntyre for Senate consideration. McIntyre is co-head of global energy at Jones Day, a prominent Collusion Washington firm that has provided a steady stream of lawyers to the Trump administration , including White House counsel Don McGahn. McIntyre has represented a range of energy suppliers before FERC, including suppliers of nat ural gas, oil, hydropower and wind power. If confirmed , he would replace Democrat Cheryl LaFJeur, who has been the panel 's acting chair since January. LaFleur is expected to remain on the commi ssion. Trump has promised to usher in a "golden era of American energy'' and has outlined a series of initiatives aimed at boosting energy production and exports and creating thousands of jobs. The FERC vacancie s hobble the agency's ability to make decisions and threaten to undermine Trump 's promise of U.S. "energy dominance" in the global market. More than a dozen major projects and utility mergers have been in regulatory limbo for months , including the $2 billion Nexus pipeline in Ohio and Michigan ; the $1 billion PennEast pipeline in Pennsylvania and New Jersey; and the $5 billion Atlantic Coast Pipeline in West Virginia, Virginia and North Carolina. not merely stupid. It is also deeply wrong , a funContinuedfrom Page4A damental violation of any code of civic honor. I leave it to the lawyers There is no statute to adjudicate the legaliagainst helping a foreign hostile power meddle in an ties of unconsummated collusion. But you don't American election. What need a lawyer to see Donald Jr.- and Kushner that the Trump defense and Manafort - did may - collusion as a despernot be criminal. But it is -o,\\S W\-\OLt ~US~\~N COLJJ)S\ON STORY\S f*ENENSJ ate Democratic fiction designed to explain away a lost election - is now officially dead. CharlesKrauthammeris a WashingtonPostWriters Groupcolumnist. His column appearsin The Citizenon Sundays.His email addressis letters@ charleskrauthammer.com. 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SUNDAY, Jmx16, 2017 Travelrulingpaveswayfor morerefugees,but appeal awaits THEASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON A court decision on President Donald Trump's travel ban has reopened a window for tens of thousands of refugees to enter the United States, and the government is looking to quicklycloseit. The administration late Friday appealed directly to the U.S.Supreme Court after a federal judge in Hawaii ordered it to allow in refugees formally working with a resettlement agency in the United States. U.S. DistrictJudge Derrick Watson on also vastly expanded the list ofU.S.familyrelationshipsthat refugees countries to enter the U.S. "emptiesthe court's decision of meaning, as it encompasses not just 'close' family members, but virtually all family members. Treating all of these relationships as 'closefamilialrelationship(s)' reads the term 'close' out of the Court'sdecision." Only the Supreme Court can decide these issues surTheAssociatedPress rounding the travel ban, the HawaiiAttorney GeneralDouglas Chinspeaksat a newsconferJustice Department said. encerecently aboutPresident DonaldDonaldTrump's travelban "Only this Court can definiin Honolulu. tivelysettle whether the govand visitors from sixMuslim- Justice Department said ernment's reasonable implemajoritycountries can use to Watson's interpretation of mentation is consistent with get into the country, includ- the Supreme Court's ruling this Court'sstay,"it said. ing grandparents and grand- on what family relationships Watson's ruling Thursday children. qualify refugees and visitors was the latest twist in a long, In its appeal, the U.S. from the six Muslim-majority tangled legal fight that will culminate with arguments before the nation'shigh court in October. It could help more than 24,000 refugees who had already been vetted and approved by the United States but would have been barred by the 120-dayfreeze on refugee admissions, said Becca Heller, director of the International Refugee AssistanceProject,a resettlement agency. "Manyof them had already sold all of their belongingsto start their new livesin safety," she said. "Thisdecision gives back hope to so many who would otherwisebe stranded indefinitely." Citing a need to review its vetting process to ensure national security,the administration capped refugee admissions at 50,000for the 12-month period ending Sept. 30, a ceiling it hit this week. The federal budget can accommodate up to 75,000 refugees, but admissions have slowed under Trump, and the government could hold them to a trickle, resettlement agenciessay. ':i\.bsolutelythis is good news for refugees,but there's a lot of uncertainty," said Melanie Nezer, spokeswoman for HIAS,a resettlement agency. "It's really going to depend on how the administration reacts to this." Groupscallpart ofhealthcarebill'unworkable'Afghangirls ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON- Two of the insurance industry's most powerful organizations say a crucial provision in the Senate Republican health care bill allowing the sale of bare-bones policiesis "unworkable in any form," delivering a blow to party leaders' efforts to win support for their legislation. The language was crafted by conservative Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas,and leaders have includedit in the overall bill in hopes of winningvotes from other congressional conservatives.But moderates have worried it will cause people with serious illnesses to lose coverage, and some conservativessay it doesn'tgo far enough. Two of the 52 GOP senators have already said they will oppose the legislation. SenateMajorityLeaderMitch McConnell cannot lose any others for the legislation to survive a showdown vote expectednext week. The overall measure represents the Senate GOP's attempt to deliver on the party's promise to repeal President Barack Obama's health care law,whichthey've been pledgingto do since its 2010enactment. middle-income familieswho don't qualify for the bill's tax credit.They also say the plan would leave consumers with fewer insurance options, so "millionsof more individuals willbecome uninsured." According to an analysis by the BlueCrossBlueShield Association, major federal consumer protections would not be required for new plans permitted by the Cruz amendment Among them: guaranteed coverage at standard rates for people with pre-existing conditions, comprehensive benefits, coverageof preventive care - including birth control for women - at no TheAssociatedPress added cost to the consumer, and limits on out-of-pocket SenateMajorityLeaderMitchMcConnell of Ky.walksto hisofficerecentlyonCapitolHillin spending for deductiblesand Washington. copayments. The criticismof Cruz'spro- coverage. would encourage healthy The bill provides $70 bilvision was lodged in a rare The provision would let people to buy the skimpy, lion for states to use to help joint statement by America's insurers sell low-cost poli- low-costplans, leavingsicker contain rising costs for peoHealth Care Plans and cies with skimpycoverage,as consumers who need more ple with serious conditions. the BlueCross BlueShield long as they also sell policies comprehensive coverage But the insurance groups' Association.The two groups that meet a stringent list of confronting unaffordable statement says that an1ount released it late Friday in the services they're required to costs. The insurers' state- "is insufficientand additionformof a letter to McConnell, provide under Obama's law, ment backs up that assertion, al funding will not make the R-Ky. likemental health counseling lending credence to wary provision workable for con"It is simply unworkable and prescriptiondrugs. senators' worries and com- sumers or taxpayers." in any form," the letter said. Cruz says the proposal plicating McConnell'stask of The Cruz provision lanThey said it would "under- would drive down premiums winningthem over. guage in the bill is not mine protections for those and givepeople the option of The two groups say pre- final. McConnell and other with pre-existing medical buyingthe coveragethey feel miums would "skyrocket" Republicansare considering conditions," increase premi- they need. for people with preexisting ways to revise it in hopes of ums and lead many to lose Critics say the measure conditions, especially for winningbroader support. IGUANASTAKING OVER? WASHINGTON- After months of delay, the Trump administration is finalizing plans to revamp the nation's military command for defensive and offensive cyber operations in hopes of intensifying America's ability to wage cyberwar against ith offices in Dade,Broward, Monroe & CollierCountie~ the Islamic State group and ._,_..._ WeServiceThe other foes, according to U.S. EntireSouth AoriclaRegion 504100 officials. Under the plans, U.S. Cyber Command would NOTICEOF PUBLIC MEETING eventually be split off from FLORIDAKEYS AQUEDUCT AUTHORITY the intelligence-focused FLORIDA KEYSMOSQUITO CONTROL DISTRICTNational SecurityAgency. 503 107thStreet,Marathon, Florida33050 Details are still being WEDNESDAY , JULY 26, 2017 10:30a.m. RegularMeeting Immediatelyfollowing the Public Hearing THEASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON Twice rejected for U.S. visas, an all-girls robotics team from Afghanistan arrived in Washington early Saturday after an extraordinary, last-minute intervention by President Donald Trump. The six-girl team and their chaperone completed their journey just after midnight from their hometown of Herat, Afghanistan, to enter their ball-sorting robot in the three-day high school competition starting Sunday in the U.S. capital. Awaiting them at the gate at Washington Dulles International Airport were a U.S. special envoy and Afghan Ambassador Hamdullah Mohib, who described it as a rare moment of celebration for his beleaguered nation. Militarycyberoperationsto be revamped oTRAPPING o BARRIERS oANTI-HOLE BARRIER oSEAWALL CONTROL oTREE WRAPS o SITE MONITORING THEASSOCIATED PRESS o SPRAYS o FOLIAGE CONTROL Public Hearing robotics teamarrives in US just in time TheAssociatedPress Thisphotoshows the NationalSecurity Administration (NSA} is campus in FortMeade,Md.,wheretheUSCyberCommand located. worked out, but officials say they expect a decision and announcement in the coming weeks. The officials weren't authorized to speak publicly on the matter so requested anonymity. The goal, they said, is to give U.S. Cyber Command more autonomy, freeing it from any constraints that stem from working along- side the NSA, which is responsible for monitoring and collecting telephone, internet and other intelligence data from around the worid - a responsibilitythat can sometimes clash with military operations against enemy forces. Makingcyber an independent military command will put the fight in digital space on the same footing as more traditional realms of battle on land, in the air, at sea and in space. The move reflects the escalating threat of cyberattacks and intrusions from other nation states, terrorist groups and hackers,. 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The 0MB report doesn't repeat that claim and instead provides just two years of updated projections. The White House budget office also says the deficit for the 2018budget year that starts on Oct. 1 will increase by $149 billion to $589 billion. But lawmakers are already workingon spending bills that promise to boost that number even higher by adding to Trump's Pentagon proposal and ignoring many of Trump's cuts to domestic programs. Last year's deficit registered $585billion. The White House kept the report to a bare-bones minimum and cast blame on "the failed policies of the previous administration." "The rising near-term deficits underscore the critical need to restore fiscaldiscipline to the nation's finances," said White House budget director Mick Mulvaney. "Our nation must make substantial changes to the policies and spending priorities of the previous administration if our citizens are to be safe and prosperous in the future." In late May, Trump released a budget plan proposing jarring cuts to domestic programs and promising to balance the budget within a decade. But it relied on rosy predictions of economic growth to promise a slight surplus in 2027. Trump's budget, however, left alone Social Security retirement benefits and Medicare, though House Republicans are poised next week to again propose cutting Medicare as they unveil their nonbinding budget outline. CSPFOIA005309 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000839 Page 5686 of 6020 Citizen071617 .pdfforPrintedItem:550( Attachment 1 of43) 7A THEKEY WEST CITIZEN ? SUNDAY, JULY 16,2017 ERT NME Beyoncehas finally debuted her twins a month after they wereborn. Thesingerposteda picture of herselfholdingthe babies on InstagramlateThursday nightand wrotein the caption, "SirCarter andRumil month today." Shedidn't mentionthe Beyonce babies'genders,but Beyonce'smother wroteon Instagramthat the pop star had givenbirth to a boyand a girl. Beyonceis wearinga flowing garmentwith a longveil in the photo and standing in front a floweredarch with the sea behind her. It gained millionsof likes in a matter of hours and alreadyis among the mostlikedInstagramphotos of all time. Beyoncealready holds that crownwith her Instagrampregnancy announcement in February. Rumorshave swirled about the twins' birth in recent weeks,but her representativeshad declined comment. SirCarterand Rumijoin 5-year-oldbig sis- ter BlueIvy. Celebritiescongratulated Beyonceon socialmedia Friday,includingNicki Minaj, who posted happy emoji'sunder Beyonce's post. ***** RapperOMXwalkedfree on Fridayafter pleadingnot guiltyto what the Internal RevenueServicedescribed as a brazeneffortto evade $1.7millionin truces,saying his faith and loyalfans would keep his career on track. "It's allowedme to not be scared of DMX the situation and face it head-on, you knowwhat I'm saying?"the multi-platinumhip-hop artist. whds real name is Earl Simmons,told reporters. "Mylifeis in God'shands." Askedhow his fans would react to his latest brush with the law,he responded,"It's reinforcingthe love." DMX,who'sfromYonkers, entered the not guiltyplea at a brief hearingin federal court in Manhattan.He had surrendered on Thursday and spent a night in custody beforebeing releasedon $500,000bond. An indictment alleges he stopped payingtrucesin the early2000sat the peak of his career,when he was makingmillionsof dollars offchart-toppingsongs including''X Gon' Giveit to Ya,"appearancesin movies such as "RomeoMustDie" and performancesat soldout arenas. "I miss everybit of you." Monteithwas found dead in a Canadianhotel room on July 13,2013.A coroner's report blamed the 31-yearold'sdeath on a fataldose of heroin and alcohol. she wouldwant the event to be celebratoryand not sad. "I reallywishshe were here,"he said."But.she wouldalso want us to be havinga good time and not be sad." ***** ***** MarkHamillhas been bestowedone of Disney's highest honors, but he can't believeCarrieFisherwasn't there to see it. Hamill and Fisher were named Someformer"Glee"cast- Disney Legends mates of CoryMonteith during a have paid Hamill ceremony tribute to the Fridayat the late actor on company'sbiannual fan the fourth anniversary convention,the D23Expo in Anaheim,California.He of his death. said Fisherwould have been Lea Michelepost- .________ makinghim laugh at the Monteith event and treatingit with ed a picture some irreverence. of herself "Well,I wish Carriewere withMonteith,whom she also dated, on Instagramon here,"he said."Shewould Thursdaywith the caption, be makingme laugh and be "4 yearsand it stillfeelslike offcamera extendingher yesterday..loveyou moreC." middle finger- one of her favoritegestures." ActressDiannaAgrondid Fisherdied unexpectedly the same , callingMonteitha "wonderhuman." Shewrites, in December.Hamillsaid ***** PresidentBarackObama releasedhis summer music selectionsin two Spotify playlistsin 2015.The artists includedStevieWonder, BobDylan,ArethaFranklin, Coldplayand the Rolling Stones. CanadianPrimeMinister JustinTrudeauhas released an officialSpotifyplaylist Trudeau unveiled his "PM Mix"of 39 songs on the streaming service Saturday. It includes tracks by Canadian artists such as Drake,Shawn Mendes, k.d. lang and The TragicallyHip, as well as songs by Fiona Apple, R.E.M.,Peter Gabriel and Nenah Cherry. Trudeau asked"What am I listening to this summer? Whatshould I be?" in both Englishand 'lrudeau Frenchwhen he posted the playlistSaturdayon Twitter. The 45-year-oldprime ministeris not the first world leader to publiclyshare a Spotifyplaylist.Former ***** A stuntman for "The WalkingDead"has died after fallingon the Georgiaset of the hit televisionshow.It's the first on-set death in the U.S.in nearlythree years. JohnBernecker,33, died about 6:30p.m.Wednesday at an Atlantahospital after fallingon the show'sset in Senoia,about 35 milessouth ofAtlanta,CowetaCounty CoronerRichardHawksaid Friday. Berneckerdied from blunt forcetrauma and his death is consideredaccidental. Hawksaid. "TheWalkingDead,"the often-goryAMCshow based on a comicseries about people fightingto survivea zombieapocalypse,is filming its eighthseason. Phone and email messages left forAMCrepresentativeswere not immediately returned Friday. 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It tells history. OYSTER PERPETUAL SUBMARINER DATE JEWELRY 81549 Old Highway lslamorada, FL 33036 305-664-8004 ROLEX 1' OYSTER PERPETUAL AND SUBMARINER ARE (R) TRADEMARKS. CSP FOIA 0053 11 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000841 Page 5688 of 6020 Citizen071617.pdf for Printed Item: 550 ( Attachment 1 of 43) 9A THE KEY WEST CITIZEN ? SUNDAY, JULY 16, 2017 NATION/WORLD Honolulu fire: Most high-rise Lighting should have alerted residents will be allowed back pilots of potential disaster THE ASSOCIATED PRESS THE ASSOCIATED PRESS HONOLULU -- Karen Hastings was in her 31st floor Honolulu apartment when she smelled smoke. She ran out to her balcony, looked down, and saw flames five floors below her. "The fire just blew up and went flying right out the windows," the 71-yearold Hastings said of the first moments of the highrise blaze that killed at least three people and injured 12. "And that was like a horror movie. Except it wasn't a horror movie, it was for real." The fire broke out Friday afternoon in a unit on the 26th floor, where all three of the dead were found, Fire Chief Manuel Neves said. The building known as the Marco Polo residences is not required to have fire sprinklers, which would have confined the blaze to the unit where it started, Neves said. The 36-floor building near the tourist mecca of Waikiki was built in 1971, before sprinklers were mandatory in high-rises. It has over 500 units. Late into the night as embers smoldered, firefighters were searching the damaged areas to make sure no additional people perished. The names of the victims haven't been released. Investigators looking into the frighteningly close call involving an airliner that nearly hit planes on the ground at San Francisco International Airport will try to determine why the pilots made such a rookie mistake and nearly landed on a busy taxiway instead of the runway. The Air Canada plane with 140 people aboard came within 100 feet of crashing onto the first two of four passenger-filled planes readying for takeoff. Runways are edged with rows of white lights, and another system of lights on the side of the runway helps guide pilots on their descent. By contrast, taxiways have blue lights on the edges and green lights down the center. The Associated Press Smoke billows from the upper floors of the Marco Polo apartment complex Friday in Honolulu. Hastings said the fearsome flames drove her and a neighbor to run down 14 floors until they found a safe stairwell to get some air. "We actually saw a person laying on a ledge and I don't know whether he made it not," Hastings said. The building is vast and wave-shaped, and has several sections. The blaze was mostly confined to a single section, and only the units immediately above it and to the side of it were evacuated, while many residents stayed inside. Tuskegee Syphilis Study descendants to seek legal settlement money THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Descendants of hundreds of black men who were left untreated for syphilis during an infamous government study want a judge to give them any money remaining from a $9 million legal settlement over the program. The head of an organization for descendants of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study said the money could help fund college scholarships the group provides, and members would like to develop a memorial garden dedicated to the men. Some of the funds also could go to a county-owned museum located in Tuskegee that has separately requested the funds, but the decision should be up to the descendants, said Lillie Tyson Head, president of the Voices of our Fathers Legacy Foundation. "It was meant to go to the descendants in the first place," Head, who lives in Virginia, said in an interview Friday. The Voices group has sent a letter to U.S. District Judge Myron Thompson asking him to withhold a decision on the money until they have time to hire a lawyer and file documents in the long-running, class-action lawsuit over the study. "The lighting is different for good reason," said Steven Wallace, a former director of accident investigations at the Federal Aviation Administration. "Some of these visual mistakes are hard to believe, but a crew gets fixated with thinking 'That's the runway,' and it's not." Then there is the radio transmission in which one of the Air Canada pilots sounded puzzled about seeing what appeared to be the lights of other planes on the runway. Safety experts said that should have prompted the crew to abort their approach long before they did. Pilots said so-called glide slope technology in modern airliners also should have helped the crew find the runway unless they failed to set it up as they approached the airport. "This was a clear crew error with many facets, I suspect," said Alan Price, a former chief pilot for Delta. When investigators interview the pilots, they will focus on understanding how mistakes occurred "and why they did not realize the sequence of errors," said John Cox, a safety consultant and former airline pilot. Investigators will look at the pilots' use of automated-flying systems, their manual flying skills, and how they interacted with each other as uncertainty set in, he said. Investigators from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board may arrive this weekend and interview the pilots and air traffic controllers, an agency spokesman said Friday. NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF COUNTY FINAL ASSESSMENT RESOLUTION [Si necesita esta informacion en espanol por favor de llame Monroe County a 305-292-4426] This notice serves to inform you of the date for the public hearing continued at the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners meeting on May 17, 2017 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN that on August 16, 2017 at 3:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as may be heard, at the Harvey Government Center, 1200 Truman Ave, Key West, FL, Monroe County, Florida, the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida will hold a public hearing to consider approval of the following County resolution: South Stock Island Wastewater Service Area, Phase 2 Wastewater Assessment Program Final Assessment Resolution A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RELATING TO THE PROVISION OF WASTEWATER SERVICE TO PROPERTIES ON SOUTH STOCK ISLAND; IMPOSING ANNUAL WASTEWATER ASSESSMENTS FOR PROPERTIES LOCATED WITHIN THE SOUTH STOCK ISLAND WASTEWATER ASSESSMENT PROGRAM PHASE 2 WASTEWATER SERVICE AREA; APPROVING THE NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENT ROLL; PROVIDING FOR COLLECTION OF THE WASTEWATER ASSESSMENTS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE The figure below depicts the limits of the Stock Island Wastewater Service Area, Phase 2 to include parcels in South Stock Island, a portion of the unincorporated area bounded on the west by Cow Key Channel, on the east by Boca Chica Channel, on the north by the centerline of U.S.1 (State Road No. 5), and on the south by the Atlantic Ocean. The final non-ad valorem assessment roll prepared as directed by the adoption of this resolution will include properties to receive central wastewater service in the vacuum collection area. Figure 1. SOUTH STOCK ISLAND WASTEWATER SERVICE AREA, PHASE II Attacker first sat, spoke with 2 victims THE ASSOCIATED PRESS HURGHADA, Egypt -- The Egyptian university graduate who stabbed two German women to death at a popular Red Sea resort first sat and spoke to them in fluent German before producing a large kitchen knife and attacking them, security officials said Saturday. Ride-share Continued from Page 1A arrived and are causing congestion, breaking traffic laws and clogging Duval Street by waiting for fares, Jernigan said. "(The first week) everybody kind of worked together. We had Ubers out there but it wasn't 50 or 60, it was maybe eight or 10," Jernigan said. "When Uber didn't get a big enough show in Key West they got the people from Miami down here." While some drivers may be traveling down U.S. 1 to work, more than 70 percent of rides on the island have been completed by drivers with registered Key West addresses, according to Uber Public Affairs Manager Javi Correoso. "The vast majority of drivers that have completed Leaving them for dead, 29-year-old Abdel-Rahman Shaaban fled the scene, chased by hotel workers and security guards. He rushed into the hotel next door where he attacked and wounded four female tourists who, according to local media reports, included two Armenians, one from Ukraine and another from the Czech Republic. "Stay back, I am not after Egyptians," Shaaban shouted in Arabic at his pursuers, according to the officials. They eventually caught up with him, disarmed and pinned him down and later handed him over to the police. Shaaban stabbed the women in the face, neck and feet, said the officials. trips thus far in Key West are from the Florida Keys," Correoso said. While Lyft doesn't disclose driver or ride information, Communications Manager Campbell Matthews said the company has "hundreds of drivers in Key West." There are rumors of ride-sharing drivers packing into hotel rooms and sleeping in their cars and all of the added competition, along with the strain on the wallets of cab drivers, is going to lead to a confrontation between competing drivers, Jernigan said. "It's going to happen and when that happens it's going to be all in one night and it's going to be bad," he said. Uber does not assist drivers with hotel costs, Correoso said. Although drivers may have received minor traffic infractions, there have been no Uber or Lyft related calls to the Key West police or code compliance departments, according to Public Information Officer Alyson Crean and Code Director Jim Young. The city needs to regulate the businesses to limit drivers to Monroe County residents and perform driver and vehicle checks to make sure all the new operators are compliant, Jernigan said. "If it was only Monroe County drivers we could all survive," he said. "This is going to put 300 families out of jobs and that's a ton of people on unemployment." Although she has already lost one driver, Stifel doesn't have any plans to end her 25-year run in the taxi business. "We're waiting for it to shake out," she said. "I have to, it's my livelihood, it's all I've got." sunger@keysnews.com All affected property owners have a right to appear and provide input at the hearing and may file written objections with the County Administrator any time prior to the public meeting. Copies of the Final Assessment Resolution can be viewed on the Monroe County website at http://fl-monroecounty.civicplus.com/agendacenter upon publication of the August 16, 2017 BOCC agenda. Copies of the Initial Assessment Resolution and the preliminary assessment roll are also available for inspection at the County Administrator's Office at the Historic Gato Cigar Factory, 1100 Simonton St., Suite 2-205, Key West, Florida beginning on April 13, 2017. The non-ad valorem assessments will be collected on the ad valorem tax bill, as authorized by Section 197.3632, Florida Statutes. Failure to pay the assessment will cause a tax certificate to be issued against the property, which may result in loss of title. The Board intends to collect the assessments in installments, the first of which will be included on the ad valorem tax bill to be mailed in November 2017. Florida Statutes section 286.0105: If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the hearing, such person will need a record of the proceeding, and for such purpose, such person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator's Office, by phoning (305) 292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call "711". Dated at Key West, Florida this 13th day of July, 2017. KEVIN MADOK, Clerk of the Circuit Court and ex officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida July 16, 2017 Key West Citizen 529680 CBP FOIA 005312 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000842 Page 5689 of 6020 Citizen071617 pdfforPrintedItem:550( Attachment1 of43) lOA THEKEY WEST CITIZEN o SUNDAY, Jm.x16, 2017 Blimp Continuedfrom PagelA the Customs and Border Protection's Tethered Aerostat Radar System program and are used to monitor the southern borders of the United States. The blimps are used to counter migrant and drug smuggling. The agency has six between Arizona and Texas monitoring the border with Mexico and one in Puerto Rico,Brownsaid. The blimps, or aerostats, monitor aircraft traffic and report aircraft that are "displaying suspicious behavior" to roughly a dozen agents working at the agency's Air and Marine Operation Center in Riverside, California, Brown said. Such behavior includes a pilot deviating from his or her flightplan, flyingat a low altitude and not reporting to an international airport, Brownsaid. The 150-footblimp known as "Fat Albert" can detect low-flying aircraft roughly 200 miles away, Brown said. The blimp can fly as high as 14,000 feet, but generally fly below 10,000feet, Brown said. The agency recently began testing a new smaller blimp at Cudjoe Key.The blimp is designed to monitor boat trafficcoming into the country. It flies about 5,000 feet lower than the other aerostat and is also three times smaller, Brown said. The blimps fly 24 hours, seven days a week, depending on weather. When storms blow in, the blimps are reeled back to the ground using thick cable. The process takes roughly 50 minutes, Brownsaid. The new blimp is only in the Lower Keys for a trial period, Brownsaid. "We don't have a longterm plan," Brown said. "I envision it will only be here for a few more weeks or a few more months." Blimp Road was the first location to host an aerostat, Brown said. Brown was not sure exactly when the first blimp was station there, but estimates to be about 1978. There had been two blimps stationed there at one time. One of the blimps was used to transmit propaganda to Cuba via TV and Radio Marti and the other was used to monitor aircraft to counter smuggling. The facilitysuffered major flooding damage in the 2004 and 2005 hurricane seasons and the second blimp was never put back into service, Brownsaid. "Fat Albert" has become iconic in the Florida Keys and the sources of many news clipping. "Fat Albert" garnered headlines in 2007 when three people were killed after their private Cessna plane hit one of its cables and crashed. However, the blimp was unscathed. In January 1991,the blimp broke free of its tether while being lowered for maintenance and drifted over the Everglades before crews activated a remote-control pressure valve. The program suffered a series of crashes between March 1993 and February 1994, when high winds claimed three aerostats, according to The Citizen reports. The Miami Herald reported in April 1989 that the blimp broke free while it was being lowered due to inclement weather only to crash into the Gulfof Mexico about a mile north of Cudjoe Key. In 1981, four lobster fishermen were taken on a wild ride when they hooked a runaway blimp to their 23-foot fishing boat in August of that year, according to Miami Herald reports. BRIAN BASHAM/The Citizl!n Customs andBorder Protection blimp'FatAlbert'holds250,000 air cubicfeetof heliumandcango upto 15,000feetto monitor trafficcoming intothe UnitedStates'southern border. A second smallerblimpis currently beingtestedto monitor marinetraffic in thesameway.Thetestperiodcouldlastupto twomonths. "Fat Albert"lifted the boat and its 175-horsepower engine into the air before dumping the fishermen in the water near the Mud Keys. Jaime Benevides Jr., the captain of that fishing boat, told the reporter he was trying to help the Air Force by towing Fat Albert back to its rightful roost. "Fat Albert" was finally shot out of the sky over the Everglades by Air Force F-4 Phantom fighter jets. The blimps are tougher than they look. One such blimp stationed in Afghanistan took on nearly 70 bullets and still remained aloft. "They are not the sexiest aircraft, but they are efficient and effective," Brown said. "They are the eyes and ears." according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. He also beat her with i Continuedfrom Page1A ., an unknown object and V NJ Y.' 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He has been in and out of state prison nine times since 1987 with the last time being a three-year stint in 2010 on drug trafficking charges, according to Florida Department of Corrections records. Hayes has had various addresses in the Keys, including Stock Island, Big Pine Key and Marathon, as well as Miami, according to the Sheriffs Office. ~~. Does your loved need hospicecare? VNA & Hospice Sylvia's passing was peaceful because Mike and his family members were able to spend quality time with her while VNA&Hospice of the Florida Keys staff attended to her needs. of the Florida Keys A HAVEN AFFILIATE www.vnahospicekeys.org Key West/Lower Keys: 305.294.8812 Midd le to Upper Keys: 305.852.7887 Licensedto serveMonroe Countysince 1984. "VNAIHFK did a goodjob. 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At the end of the five years, those retirees would pay the full department rate for their coverage. The commissioners who voted in favor of it last month said that it was a tohara@keysnews.com alinhardt@keysnews.com perk the county could no longer afford and taxpayers should no longer have to foot the bill. In the past two years, the county has been changing its health insurance coverage for its employees and retirees, as it has faced annual shortfalls of$3 million-plus when it comes to covering insurance costs. Rice called for the reconsideration because he now has much more information on the savings the commission "put in place with the other items, and on what we may expect as an increase when we adopt next year's budget." "I was and am hopeful that with more knowledge of the flexibility of our upcoming budget and the savings that we realized from other changes in the plan, the board may feel more inclined to consider an alternative which is Jess restrictive," Rice told The Citizen last week. tohara@keysnews.com CBPFOIA005313 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000843 Page 5690 of 6020 Citizen071617.pdffor Printed Item: 550 ( Attachment1 of 43) Marin Cilic 1 1B EST CmZEN ? SUNDAY, JULY 16, 2017 FINALSHOWDOWN CILIC,FEDERER MEETFORTITLE- 5B YOUTH BASEBALL YOUTH BASKETBALL Youthbasketballcamp openfor registration Therearestill slots openfor the W.I.T.T.S. "WhateverIt Takesto Succeed"Training)UUthbasketball camp,whichis set forThursdayand Fridayat SugarloafElementary. Campo~nizer DemetriusRoach of the KeyWestSummerBasketball LeagueINC.said the 7-13 }ear olds will train from 9 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. and the 14-18 age i:,-oupwill be from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Forinformation,contactRoachat 305-304-5647 or by email: kwsummerbball@gmail.com. TOD AYONTV AUTORACING FSl - FIAWorldEndurance, Six at Nurburg, Hoursof Nurburgring, Germany, 7 a.m. CNBC- FormulaOne, BritishGrandPrix,at Silverstone, England, 7:30 a.m. FS2- FormulaE,QualcommNew YorkCityePrix,Race2, at Brooklyn, N.Y.(same-daytape), 11 a.m. FOX- FormulaE, QualcommNew YorkCityePrix,Race2, at Brooklyn, N.Y.,1 p.m. CNBC- lndyCarSeries, HondaIndyToronto,at Toronto,3 p.m. NBCSN- NASCAR, MonsterEnergySeries,Overton's301, at Loudon,N.H.,3 p.m. Cudasjump into NewYorktourney Drew Haggard. "Our 8:30 game is versus the No. 3 team in the nation. They (Canes) made it to the finals last year and lost to Beaver Valley," Haggard said. Haggard said his probable starter against the Canes will be Andris "Lucky" Barroso with Trevor Zuelch behind the plate. Haggard said Jack Haggard will see plenty of relief innings with Jeremiah Osborne closing out games. Later today, the Cudas take on BYRONCOOKE KeyWestCitizen The Lower Keys Cudas began their week of baseball at the Cooperstown Dreams Park Invitational Tournament on Saturday with the opening ceremony along with 103 other teams. The highlight of the opening day was the skills competition, ending with the home run derby. At 8:30 a.m. today, the Cudas begin the games against a strong team, the Traction Canes Black from Louisiana, said head coach Photopro,ided TheLowerKeysBarracudas getdressed in theirCooperstown Fieldof Dreamsblueuniforms as theypreparefortheopening ceremony Saturday evening. TheCudasare,frontrow,leftto right:WyattKuhn,JackHaggard, MackHillandBenHiller.Middlerow:DylanZiels,GabeWilliams and Trevor Zuelch.Backrow:AndenRady, Andrew Roberts, Jeremiah Osborne SeeBASEBALL, Page6B andAndrisBarroso. MEN'SSUMMER BASKETBALL LEAGUE WOMEN'S TENNIS TheAssociatedPress GarbineMuguruzaholdsthe trophy after defeatingVenusWilliamsin the women'ssinglesfinal matchon Saturdayat theWimbledon Tennis Championships in London. CYCLING lt no NBCSN- Tourde ,_;f Q111 .. 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Bedminster,NJ., 2 p.m. CBS- PGATour,JohnDeere Classic,final round,at Silvis,Ill., 3 p.m. GOLF- Champions Tour, ConstellationSeniorPlayers Championship, final round,at Baltimore,3 p.m. NBC- AmericanCentury Championship, final round,at Lake Tahoe,Nev.,3 p.m. GOLF- Web.com Tour,Utah Championship, final round,at Farmington, Utah,6 p.m. In MLB ~ FSFL- LADodgersat Miami,1 p.m. IBS - Game1, N.Y.Yankees at Boston,1 p.m. ~ SUN- TampaBayat LA Angels,3:30 p.m. ESPN- Game2, N.Y.Yankees at Boston,8 p.m. RONCOOKf/The Citi21ln NBA ESPN2- Summer LeaguePla~ffs,semifinal, Portland-San Antonio winnervs. Miami-Memphis winner,at LasVegas,6 I BYRONCOOKE KeyWestCitizen Storm Surge had four players score in double figures led by Johnny Qualls with 17 points during a 77-45 win over the Stock Island Cartel in KeyWest Summer Basketball League action on the Bill Butler Court at the Bobby Menendez Gymnasium. Qualls was followed by Demetrius Roach, who netted 13, while lrekaz Womack canned 11 points and had four boards, BJ. Moore ripped the nets for 10 and had four assists, Eric "Curry Bryant" Armstrong handed out five assists and scored nine, and with five apiece were John Loggie and John Ryan. Reid Grissinger grabbed a half dozen rebounds and scored four, AlexFantroy netted two, had four boards and two steals and Leon Bryant added a point. The Stock Island Cartel willbe a much-improved team when they Q:Do you have an offseason? A:ldo. Q:Regardingthe sports you play and academics,what's more importantin your life? A:Academics, but it is close. Q:Whatskills do sports teachyou that you apply to life? A: Respect, discipline and not giving up. Q:Whatgoals do you have next year,academicallyand/ or athletically? Q: How long have you been playing A: For academics , to try to get the best grades I can so athletically I can go to college to play. your sports? A: Soccer I've been playing for around 13 years Q:Whatareyour personaldreams? and football I joined about a year ago. See: http://www.flalottery.com 1~ A: I want to become a professional player, but in order to Q: Did you ever play any other do that I have to work really hard. sports? Q: Any coaches, teachers and family members helped A: I used to play basketball and tae- you get to this point? kwondo for about 10 years when I was A: Definitely, my family have always been my biggest fans little, but I stopped to focus on soccer. and whatever I do they're always there to support me. Also, Q:Forfootball,did they ask you to coach (Judd) Wise, he was the one who introduced me to come out and kick? ESPN2- WorldSeriesof Poker,Main FLORIDA LOTTERY See TENNIS, PageSB day. Over the summer I try to do every day. 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SUNDAY, JULY 16, 2017 SPORTS: Scoreboard SPREADS MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PREGAME.COM AMERICAN LEAGUE Major League Baseball Today National League FAVORITE LINE Washington -113 at MIAMI OFF at NEW YORK -130 at ATLANTA -105 St. Louis -128 at MILWAUKEE -160 San Francisco -116 American League at DETROIT -105 at HOUSTON -180 Seattle -127 Texas -117 at LOS ANGELES OFF Cleveland -110 at BOSTON -145 at BOSTON -138 Interleague Chicago Cubs -140 East Division Boston Tampa Bay New York Toronto Baltimore UNDERDOG LINE atCINCINNATI+103 Los Angeles OFF Colorado +120 Arizona -105 Central Division at PITT +118 Philadelphia +150 Cleveland at S. DIEGO +106 Minnesota Kansas City Toronto -105 Detroit Minnesota +165 Chicago at CHICAGO +117 at KAN CITY +107 West Division Tampa Bay OFF at OAKLAND +100 Houston New York +135 Texas New York +128 Los Angeles Seattle at BALTIMRE+130 Oakland Washington W L Pct GB Atlanta Connecticut 11 8 .579 -- Miami Washington 11 8 .579 -- New York Atlanta 8 9 .471 2 Philadelphia New York 8 9 .471 2 Indiana 7 11 .389 3 1/2 Central Division Chicago 6 12 .333 4 1/2 Milwaukee WESTERN CONFERENCE Chicago W L Pct GB St. Louis Minnesota 14 2 .875 -- Pittsburgh Los Angeles 13 5 .722 2 Cincinnati Phoenix 11 7 .611 4 Dallas 9 11 .450 7 West Division Seattle 8 10 .444 7 San Antonio 2 16 .111 13 Los Angeles Arizona Friday's Games Colorado Washington 72, Indiana 58 San Diego Chicago 78, New York 68 San Francisco Minnesota 88, Phoenix 71 Saturday's Games Atlanta at Seattle, late Today's Games San Antonio at Connecticut, 3 p.m. Washington at New York, 3 p.m. Chicago at Dallas, 4:30 p.m. Phoenix at Minnesota, 7 p.m. Monday's Games Indiana at Los Angeles, 10:30 p.m. SOCCER NATIONAL WOMEN'S LEAGUE W L T Pts GF GA North Carolina 9 5 0 27 20 13 Chicago 7 3 3 24 16 11 Sky Blue FC 7 6 1 22 22 21 Portland 6 4 4 22 17 12 Seattle 5 3 5 20 24 17 Orlando 4 5 4 16 19 20 Houston 4 7 2 14 13 22 Kansas City 3 6 4 13 13 18 Boston 3 6 4 13 9 14 Washington 3 6 3 12 15 20 NOTE: Three points for victory, one point for tie. Saturday's Games Portland 1, Nort Carolina 0 Chicago at Sky Blue FC, late Kansas City at Orlando, late Washington at Houston, late Boston at Seattle, late Saturday, July 22 Orlando at Chicago, 3:30 p.m. North Carolina at Kansas City, 8 p.m. Boston at Houston, 8:30 p.m. Sky Blue FC at Seattle, 10 p.m. Washington at Portland, 10 p.m. L GF GA Pts 0 5 1 7 0 5 3 5 1 3 1 4 3 2 10 0 Friday, July 7 at Harrison, N.J. Canada 4, French Guiana 2 Costa Rica 1, Honduras 0 Tuesday, July 11 at Houston Costa Rica 1, Canada 1, tie Honduras 3, French Guiana 0, forfeit Friday, July 14 at Frisco, Texas Costa Rica 3, French Guiana 0 Canada 0, Honduras 0, tie GP 3 2 3 2 W 2 1 1 0 D 1 1 0 0 L GF GA Pts 0 6 2 7 0 4 3 4 2 4 6 3 2 1 4 0 Saturday, July 8 at Nashville, Tenn. United States 1, Panama 1 Martinique 2, Nicaragua 0 Wednesday, July 12 at Tampa, Fla. Panama 2, Nicaragua 1 United States 3, Martinique 2 GP 2 2 2 2 W 1 1 1 0 D 1 1 0 0 Pct .567 .527 .517 .472 .472 GB -- 3 1/2 4 1/2 8 1/2 8 1/2 WCGB -- -- -- 4 4 L10 6-4 7-3 3-7 5-5 3-7 Str W-1 W-3 L-2 W-1 L-1 Home 26-14 27-19 26-17 22-24 25-17 Away 25-25 21-24 19-25 20-23 17-30 W 47 45 44 39 38 L 41 44 44 49 50 Pct GB .534 -- .506 2 1/2 .500 3 .443 8 .432 9 WCGB -- 1 1 1/2 6 1/2 7 1/2 L10 5-5 5-5 5-5 4-6 4-6 Str L-2 L-3 L-4 L-1 L-2 Home 21-24 20-28 24-20 23-21 19-19 Away 26-17 25-16 20-24 16-28 19-31 W 61 44 45 44 40 L 29 45 48 47 50 Pct .678 .494 .484 .484 .444 GB -- 16 1/2 17 1/2 17 1/2 21 WCGB -- 2 3 3 6 1/2 L10 7-3 5-5 3-7 4-6 5-5 Str W-2 W-1 L-1 W-2 W-1 Home 28-18 25-20 23-20 27-22 25-21 Away 33-11 19-25 22-28 17-25 15-29 W 53 43 41 40 29 L 36 45 47 47 59 Pct .596 .489 .466 .460 .330 GB WCGB -- -- 9 1/2 7 11 1/2 9 12 9 1/2 23 1/2 21 L10 6-4 6-4 6-4 5-5 3-7 Str W-2 W-1 L-1 W-1 L-1 Home 26-19 21-22 21-22 20-24 16-25 Away 27-17 22-23 20-25 20-23 13-34 W 51 44 43 43 39 L 41 45 46 47 50 Pct .554 .494 .483 .478 .438 GB -- 5 1/2 6 1/2 7 10 1/2 WCGB -- 6 1/2 7 1/2 8 11 1/2 L10 8-2 4-6 5-5 6-4 5-5 Str W-2 W-1 L-1 W-3 L-1 Home 27-23 24-20 26-24 22-22 23-21 Away 24-18 20-25 17-22 21-25 16-29 W 62 53 52 38 35 L 29 37 40 51 56 Pct .681 .589 .565 .427 .385 GB -- 8 1/2 10 1/2 23 27 WCGB -- -- -- 12 1/2 16 1/2 L10 9-1 3-7 4-6 5-5 5-5 Str W-7 L-3 L-1 L-2 W-1 Home 39-11 33-15 26-18 22-23 17-24 Away 23-18 20-22 26-22 16-28 18-32 A 112.8-mile ride from Blagnac to Rodez, with a pair of Category 3 climbs over the stage's second half. 1. Michael Matthews, Australia, Sunweb, 4:21:56. 2. Greg Van Avermaet, Belgium, BMC Racing, same time. 3. Edvald Boasson Hagen, Norway, Dimension Data, :01 behind. 4. Philippe Gilbert, Belgium, Quick-Step Floors, same time. 5. Jay McCarthy, Australia, Bora-Hansgrohe, same time. 6. Sonny Colbrelli, Italy, Bahrain-Merida, same time. 7. Chris Froome, Britain, Sky, same time. 8. Daniel Martin, Ireland, Quick-Step Floors, same time. 9. Rigoberto Uran, Colombia, Cannondale Drapac, same time. 10. Tiesj Benoot, Belgium, Lotto Soudal, :05. 11. Romain Bardet, France, AG2R La Mondiale, same time. 12. Zdenek Stybar, Czech Republic, Quick-Step Floors, same time. 13. Simon Yates, Britain, Orica-Scott, same time. 14. Jan Bakelants, Belgium, AG2R La Mondiale, same time. 15. Paul Martens, Germany, LottoNL-Jumbo, same time. 16. Davide Cimolai, Italy, FDJ, :12. 17. Nacer Bouhanni, France, Cofidis, same time, 18. Simon Clarke, Australia, Cannondale Drapac, same time. 19. Marco Marcato, Italy, UAE Team Emirates, :15. 20. Mikel Landa, Spain, Sky, same time. AMERICAN LEAGUE NATIONAL LEAGUE Friday's Games Chicago Cubs 9, Baltimore 8 Boston 5, N.Y. Yankees 4 Toronto 7, Detroit 2 Houston 10, Minnesota 5 Seattle 4, Chicago White Sox 2 Texas 5, Kansas City 3 Oakland 5, Cleveland 0 Tampa Bay 2, L.A. Angels 1, 10 innings Friday's Games Chicago Cubs 9, Baltimore 8 Pittsburgh 5, St. Louis 2 N.Y. Mets 14, Colorado 2 L.A. Dodgers 6, Miami 4 Washington 5, Cincinnati 0 Atlanta 4, Arizona 3 Milwaukee 9, Philadelphia 6 San Francisco 5, San Diego 4 Also 30. Fabio Aru, Italy, Astana, :25. 64. Nate Brown, United States, Cannondale Drapac, 1:15. 162. Andrew Talansky, United States, Cannondale Drapac, 13:17. 174. Taylor Phinney, United States, Cannondale Drapac, same time. GOLF PGA Overall Standings (After 14 stages) 1. Chris Froome, Britain, Sky, 59:52:09. 2. Fabio Aru, Italy, Astana, :18. 3. Romain Bardet, France, AG2R La Mondiale, :23. 4. Rigoberto Uran, Colombia, Cannondale Drapac, :29. 5. Mikel Landa, Spain, Sky, 1:17. 6. Daniel Martin, Ireland, Quick-Step Floors, 1:26. 7. Simon Yates, Britain, Orica-Scott, 2:02. 8. Nairo Quintana, Colombia, Movistar, 2:22. 9. Louis Meintjes, South Africa, UAE Team Emirates, 5:09. 10. Alberto Contador, Spain, Trek-Segafredo, 5:37. JOHN DEERE CLASSIC Saturday At TPC Deere Run Silvis, Ill. Purse: $5.6 million Yardage: 7,268; Par 71 Third Round a-denotes amateur Saturday's Games Saturday's Games Patrick Rodgers N.Y. Yankees at Boston, late Chicago Cubs at Baltimore, late Daniel Berger Toronto at Detroit, late St. Louis at Pittsburgh, late Scott Stallings Chicago Cubs at Baltimore, late Arizona at Atlanta, late Nicholas Lindheim Minnesota at Houston, late Colorado at N.Y. Mets, late Jamie Lovemark Seattle at Chicago White Sox, late L.A. Dodgers at Miami, late J.J. Henry Texas at Kansas City, late Philadelphia at Milwaukee, late Bryson DeChambeau Cleveland at Oakland, late Washington at Cincinnati, late Vaughn Taylor Tampa Bay at L.A. Angels, late San Francisco at San Diego, late Brian Campbell Rick Lamb Today's Games Today's Games Trey Mullinax N.Y. Yankees (Mitchell 1-1) at Boston (Porcello Colorado (Hoffman 5-1) at N.Y. Mets (Matz WIMBLEDON Rory Sabbatini 4-11), 1:05 p.m. 2-2), 1:10 p.m. Saturday Toronto (Estrada 4-6) at Detroit (Sanchez L.A. Dodgers (Hill 5-4) at Miami (TBD), 1:10 At The All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Jonathan Byrd Kevin Tway 1-0), 1:10 p.m. p.m. Club, London Charles Howell III Chicago Cubs (Quintana 4-8) at Baltimore Washington (Roark 6-6) at Cincinnati (Bailey Purse: $41.1 million (Grand Slam) Chesson Hadley (Jimenez 4-4), 1:35 p.m. 2-2), 1:10 p.m. Surface: Grass-Outdoor Zach Johnson Minnesota (Gibson 5-7) at Houston (Fiers Arizona (Godley 3-3) at Atlanta (Garcia 2-7), Richy Werenski 5-4), 2:10 p.m. 1:35 p.m. Singles Ben Martin Seattle (Moore 1-1) at Chicago White Sox Chicago Cubs (Quintana 4-8) at Baltimore Women Ollie Schniederjans (TBD), 2:10 p.m. (Jimenez 4-4), 1:35 p.m. Championship Kevin Streelman Texas (Darvish 6-8) at Kansas City (Kennedy St. Louis (Martinez 6-8) at Pittsburgh Garbine Muguruza (14), Spain, def. Venus Lucas Glover 3-6), 2:15 p.m. (Williams 3-4), 1:35 p.m. Williams (10), United States, 7-5, 6-0. Stuart Appleby Tampa Bay (Archer 7-5) at L.A. Angels (TBD), Philadelphia (Hellickson 5-5) at Milwaukee Troy Merritt 3:37 p.m. (Garza 4-4), 2:10 p.m. Doubles Brian Harman Cleveland (Bauer 7-7) at Oakland (Manaea San Francisco (Samardzija 4-10) at San Men Chad Campbell 7-5), 4:05 p.m. Diego (Cahill 3-3), 4:40 p.m. Championship Wesley Bryan N.Y. Yankees (Tanaka 7-8) at Boston (Price Lukasz Kubot, Poland, and Marcelo Melo (4), Monday's Games Cameron Percy 4-2), 8:05 p.m. Brazil, def. Oliver Marach, Austria, and Mate Washington at Cincinnati, 12:35 p.m. Daniel Summerhays Pavic (16), Croatia, 5-7, 7-5, 7-6 (2), 3-6, Monday's Games Milwaukee at Pittsburgh, 7:05 p.m. Patton Kizzire 13-11. Texas at Baltimore, 7:05 p.m. Philadelphia at Miami, 7:10 p.m. Miguel Angel Carballo Toronto at Boston, 7:10 p.m. St. Louis at N.Y. Mets, 7:10 p.m. Camilo Villegas Women N.Y. Yankees at Minnesota, 8:10 p.m. Chicago Cubs at Atlanta, 7:35 p.m. Charley Hoffman Championship Seattle at Houston, 8:10 p.m. San Diego at Colorado, 8:40 p.m. Kevin Kisner Ekaterina Makarova and Elena Vesnina (2), Detroit at Kansas City, 8:15 p.m. Cleveland at San Francisco, 10:15 p.m. Troy Matteson Russia, def. Chan Hao-ching, Taiwan, and Tampa Bay at Oakland, 10:05 p.m. Jonathan Randolph Monica Niculescu (9), Romania, 6-0, 6-0. NATIONAL LEAGUE Cleveland at San Francisco, 10:15 p.m. Ricky Barnes G AB R H Pct. Sam Saunders AMERICAN LEAGUE DMurphy Was 82 325 57 111 .342 Invitation Doubles Derek Fathauer G AB R H Pct. Harper Was 82 309 72 101 .327 Round Robin Bud Cauley Altuve Hou 87 338 63 118 .349 Zimmerman Was 81 300 52 98 .327 Gentlemen Dominic Bozzelli JoRamirez Cle 87 332 62 110 .331 Posey SF 78 279 37 91 .326 Fernando Gonzalez, Chile, and Sebastien Brandon Hagy Judge NYY 85 304 75 99 .326 Blackmon Col Grosjean, France, def. Mario Ancic, Croatia, 90 371 73 119 .321 Steve Stricker Correa Hou 82 321 63 104 .324 Ozuna Mia and Jamie Delgado (2), Britain, 7-6 (3), 88 342 53 108 .316 Mark Anderson Gamel Sea 67 258 42 83 .322 Goldschmidt Ari 4-6, 10-6. 89 322 74 101 .314 a-Nick Hardy Hosmer KC 88 337 49 107 .318 Votto Cin 89 317 65 99 .312 Greg Rusedski, Britain, and Fabrice Santoro, a-Maverick McNealy Reddick Hou 76 266 55 84 .316 Cozart Cin France, def. Jamie Baker and Colin Fleming 67 251 42 78 .311 Greg Chalmers SCastro NYY 73 294 52 92 .313 DPeralta Ari (1), Britain, 7-6 (3), 7-5. 78 284 49 88 .310 Tyrone Van Aswegen AGarcia ChW 79 304 42 95 .312 Lleyton Hewitt and Mark Philippoussis, Peter Malnati Mancini Bal 75 264 32 82 .311 Home Runs Australia, def. Mansour Bahrami, Iran, and Kyle Stanley Michael Llodra, France, 6-4, 4-6, 10-7. Stanton, Miami, 26; Votto, Cincinnati, Scott Brown Home Runs 26; Bellinger, Los Angeles, 25; Ozuna, Senior Gentlemen Chris Stroud Judge, New York, 30; Springer, Houston, Miami, 23; Bruce, New York, 23; Thames, Andrew Castle, Britain, and Michael Chang (2), J.T. Poston 27; Moustakas, Kansas City, 25; KDavis, Milwaukee, 23; Harper, Washington, 22; United States, def. Patrick McEnroe and Jeff Ben Crane Oakland, 24; Morrison, Tampa Bay, 24; Schebler, Cincinnati, 22; Goldschmidt, Tarango, United States, 7-5, 6-3. Sam Horsfield Smoak, Toronto, 23; Gallo, Texas, 21; Alonso, Arizona, 21; 5 tied at 20. Jacco Eltingh and Paul Haarhuis, Netherlands, Seamus Power Oakland, 21; Sano, Minnesota, 21. def. Henri Leconte and Cedric Pioline, Chez Reavie Runs Batted In France, 6-3, 6-4. Bubba Watson Runs Batted In Ozuna, Miami, 70; Arenado, Colorado, 70; Todd Woodbridge and Mark Woodforde, Morgan Hoffmann Cruz, Seattle, 70; Correa, Houston, 66; Judge, Harper, Washington, 68; Goldschmidt, Australia, def. Jeremy Bates and Chris K.J. Choi New York, 66; Cano, Seattle, 63; Springer, Arizona, 68; Votto, Cincinnati, 68; Lamb, Wilkinson (1), Britain, 7-5, 7-6 (1). Y.E. Yang Houston, 62; Sano, Minnesota, 62; KDavis, Arizona, 67; Shaw, Milwaukee, 65. Boo Weekley Oakland, 60; Abreu, Chicago, 58. Shawn Stefani Pitching Andres Romero Pitching Kershaw, Los Angeles, 14-2; Davies, Billy Hurley III JVargas, Kansas City, 12-3; Sale, Boston, Milwaukee, 11-4; Greinke, Arizona, 11-4; XFINITY William McGirt 11-4; Carrasco, Cleveland, 10-4; ESantana, AWood, Los Angeles, 10-0; deGrom, New Overton's 200 Cameron Tringale Minnesota, 10-6; Keuchel, Houston, 9-0; York, 10-3; Wainwright, St. Louis, 10-5; Saturday Kelly Kraft At New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Luke List Loudon, N.H. Mexico 0, Jamaica 0 Chris Kirk Lap length: 1.058 miles Quarterfinal One Martin Flores (Start position in parentheses) Group A winner vs. Group B second place, Sunday, July 16 at San Antonio John Merrick 1. (1) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 200 laps, 0 rating, 6 p.m. Jamaica vs. El Salvador, 6 p.m. Michael Kim 0 points. Curacao vs. Mexico, 8:30 p.m. Tag Ridings 2. (6) Ryan Preece, Toyota, 200, 0, 51. Robert Streb Quarterfinal Two 3. (7) William Byron, Chevrolet, 200, 0, 42. Kyle Reifers Group B winner vs. Group A or C third place, QUARTERFINALS 4. (3) Kyle Larson, Chevrolet, 200, 0, 0. Ryan Blaum Wednesday, July 19, at Philadelphia 9 p.m. 5. (2) Brad Keselowski, Ford, 200, 0, 0. Davis Love III TENNIS AUTO RACING Saturday, July 15 at Cleveland Panama 3, Martinique 0 Nicaragua vs. United States, late GROUP C Jamaica Mexico El Salvador Curacao L 39 43 42 47 47 6. (13) Ben Kennedy, Chevrolet, 200, 0, 32. 7. (8) Elliott Sadler, Chevrolet, 199, 0, 42. 8. (12) Ty Dillon, Chevrolet, 199, 0, 0. 9. (10) Cole Custer, Ford, 199, 0, 28. 10. (9) Brennan Poole, Chevrolet, 199, 0, 33. 11. (4) Matt Tifft, Toyota, 199, 0, 30. 12. (5) Daniel Hemric, Chevrolet, 199, 0, 25. 13. (14) Blake Koch, Chevrolet, 199, 0, 24. 14. (19) Ryan Reed, Ford, 198, 0, 23. 15. (21) JJ Yeley, Toyota, 198, 0, 22. 16. (23) Michael Annett, Chevrolet, 198, 0, 21. 17. (16) Brendan Gaughan, Chevrolet, 197, 0, 20. 18. (24) Harrison Rhodes, Chevrolet, 197, 0, 19. 19. (18) Ross Chastain, Chevrolet, 197, 0, 18. 20. (20) Ryan Sieg, Chevrolet, 197, 0, 17. 21. (26) Jeremy Clements, Chevrolet, 197, 0, 16. 22. (39) Dylan Lupton, Toyota, 196, 0, 15. 23. (25) Garrett Smithley, Chevrolet, 195, 0, 14. 24. (15) Dakoda Armstrong, Toyota, 195, 0, 13. 25. (34) Joey Gase, Chevrolet, 195, 0, 12. 26. (27) BJ McLeod, Chevrolet, 194, 0, 11. 27. (32) Spencer Boyd, Chevrolet, 193, 0, 10. 28. (33) Timmy Hill, Chevrolet, 186, 0, 9. 29. (31) Tommy Joe Martins, Chevrolet, 185, 0, 8. 30. (28) David Starr, Chevrolet, 184, 0, 7. 31. (38) Mike Harmon, Dodge, 178, 0, 6. 32. (11) Justin Allgaier, Chevrolet, 173, 0, 10. 33. (37) Martin Roy, Chevrolet, engine, 163, 0, 4. 34. (22) Brandon Jones, Chevrolet, 157, 0, 3. 35. (17) Spencer Gallagher, Chevrolet, suspension, 156, 0, 2. 36. (36) Carl Long, Toyota, electrical, 67, 0, 1. 37. (35) Morgan Shepherd, Chevrolet, suspension, 59, 0, 1. 38. (30) Jeff Green, Chevrolet, electrical, 15, 0, 1. 39. (29) Reed Sorenson, Chevrolet, brakes, 7, 0, 0. 40. (40) John Jackson, Chevrolet, accident, 4, 0, 0. FIFA CONCACAF GOLD CUP GROUP B x-Panama x-United States Martinique Nicaragua W 51 48 45 42 42 East Division EASTERN CONFERENCE D 1 2 1 0 TOUR DE FRANCE NATIONAL LEAGUE WNBA GROUP A GP W x-Costa Rica 3 2 x-Canada 3 1 Honduras 3 1 French Guiana 3 0 CYCLING L GF GA Pts 0 2 0 4 0 3 1 4 1 3 3 3 2 0 4 0 Sunday, July 9 at San Diego Jamaica 2, Curacao 0 Mexico 3, El Salvador 1 Thursday, July 13 at Denver El Salvador 2, Curacao 0 Rodgers maintains lead Torres at John Deere Classic Continued from Page 1B THE ASSOCIATED PRESS SILVIS, Ill. -- Patrick Rodgers is 18 holes away from his first PGA Tour win. But the 25-year-old former Stanford star knows that it'll likely take a lower score than the one he shot Saturday to secure such a milestone victory. Rodgers shot a 3-under 68 in the third round, maintaining a two-stroke lead in the John Deere Classic. Rodgers had a 16-under 197 total at TPC Deere Run. He's trying to Saturday At Trump National Golf Club Bedminster N.J. Purse: $5 million Yardage: 6,732; Par: 72 Third Round a-denotes amateur Shanshan Feng a-Hye-Jin Choi Amy Yang Sung Hyun Park Mirim Lee So Yeon Ryu Jeongeun6 Lee Cristie Kerr Carlota Ciganda Eun Hee Ji Mi Jung Hur Haru Nomura Seon Woo Bae Christina Kim Sei Young Kim Brooke Henderson Marina Alex Jin Young Ko Lizette Salas Jane Park Jenny Shin Charley Hull Pernilla Lindberg Megan Khang Lydia Ko In Gee Chun Moriya Jutanugarn a-Jennifer Kupcho Jing Yan Lee-Anne Pace Gerina Piller Jessica Korda a-Lauren Stephenson Katherine Kirk Lexi Thompson a-Rachel Heck Ai Miyazato Sandra Gal Mi Hyang Lee Karrie Webb Jennifer Song Anna Nordqvist Austin Ernst Stacy Lewis Ashleigh Buhai Angela Stanford Minjee Lee Pornanong Phatlum Supamas Sangchan Marissa Steen Suzann Pettersen Ryann O'Toole Rumi Yoshiba Nelly Korda Su Oh Georgia Hall Catriona Matthew 66-70-71--207 69-69-70--208 67-71-70--208 73-70-67--210 70-74-67--211 68-72-71--211 69-69-73--211 69-73-70--212 69-71-72--212 73-71-69--213 71-72-70--213 71-69-73--213 70-69-74--213 75-71-68--214 69-73-72--214 70-71-73--214 71-70-73--214 73-72-70--215 71-73-71--215 72-72-71--215 71-72-72--215 72-70-73--215 75-71-70--216 69-74-73--216 68-73-75--216 70-70-76--216 71-75-71--217 74-72-71--217 71-74-72--217 72-73-72--217 73-72-72--217 75-69-73--217 72-72-73--217 70-73-74--217 71-72-74--217 72-74-72--218 72-73-73--218 71-74-73--218 70-75-73--218 74-71-73--218 74-71-73--218 72-72-74--218 73-70-75--218 71-71-76--218 70-72-76--218 70-72-76--218 69-72-77--218 73-71-75--219 70-73-76--219 70-73-76--219 70-76-74--220 77-69-74--220 68-76-76--220 70-72-78--220 71-74-76--221 71-73-77--221 72-71-79--222 TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES -- Assigned OF Craig Gentry outright to Norfolk (IL). Reinstated 1B Chris Davis from the 10-day DL. BOSTON RED SOX -- Placed RHP Joe Kelly on the 10-day DL, retroactive to Wednesday. Recalled RHP Brandon Workman from Pawtucket (IL). CHICAGO WHITE SOX -- Reinstated RHP Miguel Gonzalez and 2B Tyler Saladino from the 10-day DL. CLEVELAND INDIANS -- Placed OF Lonnie Chisenhall on the 10-day DL. Recalled OF Tyler Naquin from Columbus (IL). KANSAS CITY ROYALS -- Placed RHP Neftali Feliz on paternity leave. Recalled RHP Miguel Almonte from Omaha (PCL). LOS ANGELES ANGELS -- Optioned RHP Mike Morin to Salt Lake (PCL). Recalled LHP Jose Alvarez from Salt Lake. MINNESOTA TWINS -- Placed OF Byron Buxton on the 10-day DL. Reinstated 1B Joe Mauer from the 10-day DL. NEW YORK YANKEES -- Placed RHP Michael Pineda on the 10-day DL, retroactive to Tuesday. Optioned INF/OFs Rob Refsnyder and Tyler Wade to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (IL). Reinstated 2B and Starlin Castro and DH Matt Holliday from the 10-day DL. Recalled LHP Jordan Montgomery from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Selected the contract of 1B Garrett Cooper from Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre. TEXAS RANGERS -- Sent RHP A.J. Griffin to the AZL Rangers for a rehab assignment. Traded INF Yeyson Yrizarri to the Chicago White Sox for 2017 international slot compensation. TORONTO BLUE JAYS -- Sent RHP Joe Smith to Buffalo (IL) for a rehab assignment. National League ATLANTA BRAVES -- Placed RHP Jason Motte on the 10-day DL. Recalled RHP Jason Hursh from Gwinnett (IL). Sent OF Danny Santana to Gwinnett for a rehab assignment. COLORADO ROCKIES -- Sent OF David Dahl to Albuquerque (PCL) for a rehab assignment. LOS ANGELES DODGERS -- Agreed to terms with C Shawn Zarraga on a minor league contract. MILWAUKEE BREWERS -- Optioned RHP Michael Blazek to Colorado Springs (PCL). Recalled OF Brett Phillips from Colorado Springs. NEW YORK METS -- Agreed to terms with RHP Bryce Hutchinson on a minor league contract. PITTSBURGH PIRATES -- Placed OF Stephen Piscotty on the 10-day DL. Recalled OF Magneuris Sierra from Springfield (TL). SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS -- Reinstated 3B Eduardo Nunez from the 10-day DL. Activated LHP Madison Bumgarner from the 60-day DL. Placed RHP Johnny Cueto on the 10-day DL. WASHINGTON NATIONALS -- Agreed to terms with LHP Sean Adler on a minor league contract. FROM PAGE 1 GOLF become the third player in five years to win the Quad Cities event for his first PGA Tour title. "It's going to be a shootout because there's a lot of birdies to be made out here, and I'm going to have to make my fair share in order to stay at the top," Rodgers said. Daniel Berger had a 63 to match Scott Stallings (64) at 14 under. Nicholas Lindheim (66) was 13 under, and Jamie Lovemark (66), Bryson DeChambeau (70) and J.J. 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Q: What advice would you give to the next generation of Conchs? A: To never give up and if you are going to wear a jersey, wear it proudly. Q: What is the best advice you've received? A: To keep my head up and not let anyone bring me down, including myself. Q: Anywhere in the world you want to visit? A: England, because that's where all my favorite soccer teams are located. Q: What's your favorite team? A: Chelsea. Q: Do you have hobbies outside of sports? A: Playing video games, I like FIFA for sure and I like the Call of Duty games, and hanging out with friends. Q: What are some challenges you've faced as a student athlete? A: Trying to keep up my grades, because leaving school early and not coming back till the next day can be tough to make up everything you missed. Q: Do you have any college interests? A: Not yet, I'm waiting to see if I can go anywhere for sports. Q: If you have an opportunity to play a sport in college, no matter the size or location of the school, will you take it? A: Definitely. Q: What is something you would tell your college roommate about the Keys? A: It's a beautiful set of islands and they should visit. Q: When you come back home, what is the first meal you are going to ask for? A: Definitely Mexican food from my mom. Q: Do you have any career aspirations? A: I really wish I could become a professional soccer player, but if not I want to become an architect because I've always loved math and one of my family members is an architect and seeing what he does got me excited to try to do it. TV Schedule Continued from Page 1B Event, at Las Vegas, 2 p.m. SOCCER FS2 -- CONCACAF Gold Cup, Group Stage, Jamaica vs. El Salvador, at San Antonio, 6 p.m. FS1 -- CONCACAF Gold Cup, Group Stage, Curacao vs. Mexico, at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. TENNIS ESPN -- Wimbledon Championships, men's final, at London, 9 a.m. ABC -- Wimbledon Championships, men's final, at London (same-day tape), 3 p.m. TRACK & FIELD NBCSN -- IAAF Diamond League. at Rabat, Morocco (same-day tape), 9:30 p.m. CBP FOIA 005315 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000845 Page 5692 of 6020 Citizen071617.pdf for Printed Item 550 ( Attachment 1 of 43) 3B THEKEY WESTCITIZEN ? SUNDAY, JULY 16, 2017 SPORTS NBA WOMEN'S GOLF CYCLING: TOURDEFRANCE HORSE RACING AP source:Pelicansagree WithTrumplookingon, to termswithRajonRondo Fengleads USWomen'sOpen Songbirdcruisesto win in DelawareHandicap A person with knowledge of the situation of tells The Associated Press that the New Orleans have agreed in principle on a one-year deal with Rajon Rondo. The person says Rondo is expected to sign his contract next week and the terms are still being finalized. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because an official announcement has not been made. The deal joins Rondo with fellow Kentucky Wildcats Anthony Davis and DeMarcus Cousins. The addition gives coach Alvin Gentry the flexibility to play Jrue Holiday more at shooting guard. -AP STANTON,Del. - Songbird turned back a determined challenge from Martini Glass through the stretch to win the Grade 1 Delaware Handicap by a length Saturday. The 1-9 favorite covered 10 furlongs in 2:03.96 to earn her 13th win in 14 career races and raise her career earnings past $4.5 million. With regular rider Mike Smith aboard, Songbirdwent rightto the front at start of l 1/4 -mile fixture and set moderate fractions but never was able to shake Martini Glassand jockeyJoseFerrer.-AP BEDMINSTER, N.J. Frontrunning Shanshan Feng rolled in a shot birdie putt on the final hole Saturday to take the third-round lead in the U.S.Women's Open. Teenager Hye-Jin Choi and penennial Open bridesmaid Amy Yang were a stroke back heading in the final round of the biggest event in women's golf - and one that had an even bigger stage with President Donald Trump in attendance for the second straight day. Feng, from China shot a 1-under 71 to reach 9-under 207 at the president's Trump National Golf Club. Choi and Yang each shot 70. -AP TheAssociatedPress Australia's MichaelMatthewscelebratesas he crosses the finishlineto winthe 14th stageof theTourde Franceon Saturday over112.8 mileswitha startin Blagnacandthe finishin Rodez, France. MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL NBA Pitchingat premiumbefore deadline;Whomightmove? 0 ...-. ..Io .:. .:::- 0 It:'! qr::- 0 -~ 0 t tb10JPYidedsnatch hooks are allowed). Tripl etail, more often thannot, are simply a target of opportunity- usuallyspotted hidin g under Although they can be a chaloffshoreflotsam orlurking in the shadowof a bayside lobste r potbuoy.Some anglers even call lenge to coax into taking a thesepesca dos 'buo y fish'. bait, they are really a lot of While tripletail have challenge presented at the and once we had enough fun on light tackle, providing mahi in the fish box, I care- both a unique fishing oppora delectable filet, these cleaning table. On a recent offshore trip fully maneuvered the boat tunity and superb dining strange looking fish can be difficult to filet. Their we spotted a pallet floating back alongside the bobbing experience. scales and skin form a pro- in 400 feet of water. The clear pallet. In Florida, the limit for triwater revealed mahi hangIt didn't take long to realpletail is two fish per person tective armor that will definitely challenge your fish ing below the pallet, inter- ize the trick was going to be each day with a minimum cleaning skills, especially if ested in dining on a large getting the cautious tripletail size of 15 inches. Always your filet knife is not fine- school of jacks nervously to take a shrimp presented keep an eye out for these ly honed. The trick is to staying close to the floating on the 2-0 circle hook before strange and tasty fish and slide your blade between structure. the gang of voracious small maybe you too will be As we trolled by I also spot- jacks attacked it. Needless rewarded with a tasty Keys the scales so you can make the initial cut. The filet ted two nice size tripletail to say it took a while to get dining tradition. is white and firm and no doing their best to remain the bait in the exact locaOlpt. Pete Petersonwelmatter how you prepare hidden in the shadow of tion necessary to elicit a bite comes comments and sugthem, they are outstanding the pallet. Luckily,the mahi from a circumspect triple- gestionssent to petersonventable fare - well worth the couldn't resist our ballyhoo tail. tures@aol.com. ON THE WATER REEFprocesses150,000th fish survey Upcoming Keys fishingtournaments in Tropical Western Atlantic region SPECIAL TOTHECITIZEN Last week, the Reef Environmental Education Foundation celebrated the 150,000th fish survey processed in the Tropical Western Atlantic survey region as part of the REEFVolunteer Fish Survey Project. Volunteer divers and snorkelers made this significant milestone possible. More than 11,000REEFvolunteers have submitted surveys at more than 8,000sites throughout Florida, the Caribbean, and Bahamas since the program's beginnings in 1993. You can get involved with the Volunteer Fish Survey Project by attending a Great Annual Fish Count event, taking place throughout the entire month of July:Even if you have never done a survey, or if you have done hundreds, please join REEFfor fun social events, fish ID classes and fish survey dives. The Volunteer Fish Survey Project is a conservation initiative that enlists divers and snorkelers to collect data on fish and invertebrate populations in different regions across the globe. The first surveys were conducted in the Florida Keys, and the program has since grown worldwide to include ocean waters of North and Central America, Caribbean, Hawaii, the Eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean, and South and Indo-Pacific regions. This project, which is uniquely driven by citizen scientists, is ongoing and has generated one of the largest marine life databases in the world, with more than 217,000 surveys conducted to date. Data collection on this scale could not have been possible without such outstanding volunteer efforts, which have resulted in an invaluable insight into the health and biodiversity of many different ocean eco- Great Annual Fish Count Events All eventsare Freeto attend FishID Class:7 p.m.1 July27, at REEF Headquarters REEF'sFloridaKeysTriviaTakeover:7 p.m., July 25, FloridaKeysBrewingCompany GreatAnnual Fish Count Fish SurveyDives: REEFwill providethe surveymaterials,and instructionon howto completea surveyif this is }Ourfirst time. Discountedratesavailable at somelocations. HorizonDivers:TBD ConchRepublic:July 18, 1 p.m. OceanDivers:July20, 7:30 a.m. KeyDives:July23, 8 a.m. CaptainSlates:July 29, 1 p.m. Formoreinformation,and to registerfor the dives,visit http://www.reef.ol'l!/gafc_ events/2017 systems. Scientists, government agencies and conservation organizations have used the data in research, resource management and education. More than 50 peer-reviewed science publications have included REEFdata. Carlos Estape completed the 150,000th survey on a recent dive trip in Bonaire with his wife, Allison Estape. The Fstapes are longtime REEF members, volunteers and underwater photographers who have collectively submitted more than 400 surveys to REEF's database. They actively teach fish identification classes at REEF headquarters to help others become confident in identifying local species, and they were honored with REEF's prestigious Volunteer of the Yearaward in 2013. Anyone can complete a survey and be a part of this key citizen science program. For more details, visit www.REERorg. No matter what the season, there's always something to fish for in the waters surrounding the Florida Keys and KeyWest. The calendar lists select tournament highlights. A comprehensive schedule of Keys angling challenges can be found at www.flakeys.com/ fishing. Through Nov.30: KeyWest FishingTournament.More than 40 species of fish are targeted during these months,with divisions for men, women, junior anglers (ages 10 to 14) and PeeWees(under 10 years old). The KeyWest Fishing Tournamentstronglyencourages the release of game fish. All participating anglers receivecertificates noting their catches and qualify for a variety of prizes. July 14-16: MarathonMarlin Tournament. Teamswillcompete for marlindivisiontrophiesas well as fun fish awardsfor the threeheaviestdolphin,wahoo and tuna (yellowfin,blackfin and skipjack).Thetop-scoring team in the tournamentis to be entitledto free entryinto the followingweek'sKeyWestMartin Providedphoto Tournament. Thetournamentis The Bill Edginger party had a fine catch with Capt. Brian basedat the FaroBlancoMarine Griffinof Eddi e Griffiths Charters out of the Stock Island Resort.Formoreinformation, Marina Villageat the PerryHotel on Stock Island. call 305-304-0317. Sept. 8-10: KeyWest.Robert Classic.Anglerscompetein July 19-22: HavanaClub JamesSalesS.L.A.M.Celebrity an offshoredivisiontargeting KeyWestMarlinTournament. Tournament.In the first of three dolphin,kingfish,tuna,wahoo, Anglersply the watersonce snapper,grouperand,newthis tournamentsin the annual fished by ErnestHemingway, Redbone CelebrityTournament year,an inshoredivisionin which vyingfor $50,000 in guaran- Series,also called TheTrilogy, anglerscompetefor mangrove teed cash prizes.Held in con- anglerstargettarpon, permit snapper,spottedseatrout, redjunction with KeyWest'sannual and bonefishto achievethe fish, snookand tarpon.A portion HemingwayDaysfestival,the coveted"flats grandslam:'The of the proceedsof this boat/ eventawards$25,000 to the eventraisesfunds for the fight teamtournamentareto benefit first-placeteam.Teamscan againstcystic fibrosis.Formore MarinersHospitalOncology enter one fun fish (dolphin, information,call 305-664Services.Headquartered at tuna, wahoo or releasedsail2002. PostcardInn BeachResort& fish) per day to add to their Marina.TopOffshoreand Inshore point total. For more informadivisioncashprizes.Formore Sept. 15-17: lslamorada. tion, contactTim Greeneat 18th Annual HermanLucerne information,contactLeahat 305-304-0317. MemorialBackcountryFishing 305-667-0399. Championship.Namedafter Aug. 31: Key Largo.The the man knownaffectionateOct. 6-8: lslamorada. GreatAnnual Fish Count.Join ly as "Mr.Everglades;the Robert JamesSales Baybone Allison and CarlosEstape eventis headquarteredat the CelebrityTournament.The at REEFHeadquarters(MM IslanderResort,A Guy Harvey second tournament in the 98.3) at 7 p.m. to learn how RedboneTrilogytargets permit Outpost.Anglersare chalto ID fish seen on Florida Keys lengedto target fish in multiple and bonefish to raise money Reefs. On }Ournext dive/snor- speciesonly in the boundaries for cystic fibrosis research. kel trip, fill in a REEFVolunteer of EvergladesNational Park, Past participants include legFish Surveyand becomea citi- fishing areasthat Lucerne endary angler Stu Apte, former zen scientist by submitting your favored.For more information, DenverBronco and TampaBay sightingsto REEF'sGlobal Fish call 305-664-2002. BuccaneerMark Cooperand SurveyDatabase.For more Major LeagueBaseball Hall of information,contact Allison FarnerWadeBoggs.For more Oct. 6-7:lslamorada.10th Estapeat 305- 794-5081. information, call 305-664AnnualMadDogMandich Inshore& OffshoreFishing 2002. Photopt'CNided Perfectweather conditions made foran exciting morning of fishing. Berta Cespedesalong withson Lorenzo Rey,dad Ricardoand mom Eloisa Rey,of Miami, limitedout on yellowtail snapper. Berta alsolanded a 10-poundmutton on the grouper rod. All Aboard: If youhavean outstanding catch or fishingnewsto report: o Fax:305-295-8016 o Write:DailyAshingReport,P.O.Box1800,KeyWest,R.33041 o Dropit off at TheKeyWestCitizenbuilding(3420 Northside Dr.) o Email:jwcooke(R)keysnews.com CBP FOIA 005317 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000847 Page 5694 of 6020 Citizen071617.pdf for Printed Item: 550 ( Attachment 1 of 43) 5B THE KEY WEST CITIZEN ? SUNDAY, JULY 16, 2017 SPORTS AUTO RACING Larson's pole tossed out with inspection failure Hamilton takes pole for F1 British GP for fifth time Kenseth has no regrets over end with Joe Gibbs LOUDON, N.H. -- Kyle Larson's No. 42 Chevrolet flunked inspection after qualifying on Friday and he was stripped of his pole at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Larson had turned a lap of 133.324 mph to win the pole for the NASCAR Cup race at New Hampshire. But NASCAR soon announced the latest penalty levied this week against Larson's team. Larson's time was disallowed because of an unapproved rear deck fin lid. Martin Truex Jr. will start first on Sunday. Larson had raced to the top of the field without his suspended crew chief. -- AP SILVERSTONE, England -- Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton took pole position for the fifth time at the British Grand Prix on Saturday, ahead of Ferrari rivals Kimi Raikkonen and Sebastian Vettel in rainy conditions. But whether Hamilton starts from the front of the grid could depend on how stewards assess his alleged blocking of Romain Grosjean's Haas car during qualifying. Hamilton sped around Silverstone in 1 minute, 26.6 seconds in front of his home fans. They cheered the threetime Formula One world champion at the end of a week when he faced criticism for being the only driver to snub a promotional event in London. -- AP LOUDON, N.H. -- Matt Kenseth says he has no hard feelings toward Joe Gibbs Racing after he was dumped by the team this week and has no concerns about his future, even though he has yet to land a job for 2018. The 45-year-old Kenseth has won 16 races over five seasons with JGR and NASCAR's oldest full-time driver was let go in his contract year. Erik Jones will take Kenseth's spot in the No. 20 Toyota. The 21-year-old Jones is on a one-year loaner contract to Gibbs' sister team Furniture Row Racing. -- AP The Associated Press Simon Pagenaud took the pole Saturday for the IndyCar race Sunday at Exhibition Place in Toronto. Pagenaud had a track-record lap of 58.9124 seconds at an average speed of 109.138 mph on the 1.786-mile street course for his first pole of the season and 10th overall. The Frenchman, the defending series champion who won this this year on the oval in Phoenix, gave Team Penske its eighth pole in 11 races this season. TENNIS: WIMBLEDON 14 years after 1st Wimbledon win, Federer eyes 8th vs. Cilic BY HOWARD FENDRICH The Associated Press LONDON -- Much has changed for Roger Federer since he played in, and won, his first Grand Slam final at Wimbledon in 2003. First of all, as he reminded everyone after moving into his 11th title match at the All England Club -- with a shot at his eighth championship, more than any man in history -- he favored a ponytail and some scruff on his cheeks way back then. Nowadays, his hair is short, his face clean shaven. Another significant difference for Federer, whose 36th birthday is Aug. 8, making him the oldest men's finalist at Wimbledon since 1974? "I didn't have kids running around, potentially waking me up at night," he said. "Today we've got to, like, close down the doors. Say, 'Daddy is sleeping.'" He's a father of four: twin boys, 3; twin girls, 8 soon. On the court, there are ways in which the Federer who faces Marin Cilic on Sunday is not the same as the Federer who beat Mark Philippoussis 14 years ago. The larger racket, for example, or the increased willingness to hit over the top on his backhand. In truth, though, what's most important is this: Federer is still as capable as ever of beating everyone who stands in his way. "This guy doesn't really seem (to be) getting any older or anything like that," said Tomas Berdych, who lost to Federer in the semifinals, "or slowing down at all." That's certainly the case. The Associated Press Venus Williams, left, leaves with her runner-up trophy from Centre Court after her defeat by Garbine Muguruza, right, in the women's singles final Saturday at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London. Tennis Continued from Page 1B The Associated Press Roger Federer returns to Tomas Berdych during their semifinal match Friday at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London. Federer is 30-2 and tied for the tour lead with four titles in 2017, including at the Australian Open in January. During Wimbledon, he has not lost a set through six matches; the last man to earn the title without ceding a set was Bjorn Borg, 31 years ago. He's only been broken four times, saving 16 of 20 break points along the way. "Roger is playing maybe (some) of his best tennis of his career at the moment," said Cilic, the No. 7-seeded Croatian who hit 25 aces and returned quite well during his semifinal victory over Sam Querrey. "It's going to be a huge challenge." They have played each other seven times previously, with Federer winning six, including in last year's Wimbledon quarterfinals. Cilic took the first two sets and even was one point from victory, before Federer came back. The Associated Press Marin Cilic celebrates after beating Sam Querrey at the end of their semifinal match Friday. The lone head-to-head win for Cilic came in one of the most significant matches of his career: 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 in the semifinals of the 2014 U.S. Open, where he went on to earn his only Grand Slam title. "He knows he absolutely destroyed Roger," said Jonas Bjorkman, one of Cilic's two coaches. That knowledge is key for this match, according to Bjorkman. So, too, is the past experience of participating in, and winning, a major final. Kubot-Melo, Makarova-Vesnina win doubles titles THE ASSOCIATED PRESS LONDON -- First there was one of the longest doubles finals in Wimbledon history. And then there was one of the shortest. The men's final was the first match on Centre Court following the women's singles championship Saturday. Lukasz Kubot and Marcelo Melo beat Oliver Marach and Mate Pavic 5-7, 7-5, 7-6 (2), 3-6, 13-11 in a match that lasted 4 hours, 40 minutes -- only 21 minutes shorter than the longest men's doubles final in history. That was followed by the women's doubles final, which Ekaterina Makarova and Elena Vesnina won 6-0, 6-0 over Chan Hao-ching and Monica Niculescu. The last 20 minutes of the men's final was played under a closed roof because of darkness. The entire women's The Associated Press Lukasz Kubot, right, and Marcelo Melo, who lies on the ground, celebrate Saturday after defeating Oliver Marach and Mate Pavic in the men's doubles final at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London. match was played indoors on the Centre Court grass. The roof was closed for the women's final earlier in the day because of rain, but it was open at the start of the men's doubles match. But at 8:40 p.m., the roof was closed again because of darkness. "When we stopped, we know we have to be strong at this moment," Melo said. "I played the final here before. I know I have to manage this if you want to succeed and be a Grand Slam champion." With the win, Melo will return to the No. 1 ranking in men's doubles. For both Melo and Kubot, it is their second Grand Slam title. Melo won the 2015 French Open with Ivan Dodig. Kubot won the 2014 Australian Open with Robert Lindstedt. The longest men's doubles final in Wimbledon history was in 1992, when John McEnroe and Michael Stich beat Jim Grabb and Richey Reneberg 5-7, 7-6 (5), 3-6, 7-6 (5), 19-17. That match lasted 5:01 and was also the final with the most games played at 83. The women's doubles final began at 9:30 p.m. and lasted 55 minutes. "We were sitting and waiting. We knew that it's going to be five sets. We knew it was going to be drama at the end. We knew it was going to be something," Vesnina said. "Martina Navratilova told us, 'Do you know you girls have to finish till 11?' "After the first set, I looked at the clock. OK, we're still fine." putting together a 7-5, 6-0 victory over a fading Venus Williams by claiming the final's last nine games. "It's great to go out there and play somebody that you admire," Muguruza said. "I knew she was going to make me suffer and fight for it." This was Williams' 16th Grand Slam final and ninth at the All England Club. At 37, she was bidding for her sixth title at the grass-court major, 17 years after her first. And she was so close to gaining the upper hand against Muguruza, holding two set points at 5-4 in the opener. But Muguruza fought those off and never looked back. "She competed really well. So credit to her," Williams said. "She just dug in there." For Muguruza, this final was her third at a major. In her first, at Wimbledon in 2015, she lost to Williams' younger sister, Serena. But in her second, at the French Open last year, Muguruza again faced Serena -- and won. That was the most recent final Muguruza had played in at any tournament until Saturday, an indication of the sort of up-and-down 12 months she's had. But with stand-in coach Conchita Martinez pushing her to play each point on its own merits -- don't look back, don't think ahead -- Muguruza was able to regain her best form these two weeks. Taking the ball early, being aggressive from the start of each point and not relenting, Muguruza did to Williams what the American and her sibling often do to their opponents. Here was how Muguruza's on-court approach was described by Spanish Fed Cup and Davis Cup captain Martinez, whose 1994 Wimbledon title was the country's most recent for a woman until Saturday: "She's very brave." Especially against Williams. Especially in crunch time. "I was just very composed," the 23-year-old Muguruza said. "Once I go to the big court, I feel good. I feel like that's where I want to be, that's what I practice for. That's where I play good. ... I'm happy to go to the Centre Court and to play the best player. That's what motivates me." With the roof shut because of rain earlier in the day, each thwack of racket strings against ball by the two big hitters created echoes around the old arena. Williams began the proceedings with an ace. But Muguruza showed she would not be overwhelmed, returning a serve at 113 mph (182 kph) on the match's second point, and another at 114 mph (184 kph) in the third game -- then winning both ensuing exchanges. Still, Williams was so close to taking the first set, ahead 5-4 while Muguruza served at 15-40. On the first chance, a 20-stroke point ended when Williams blinked first, putting a forehand into the net. On the second set point, Williams sent a return long. It was as if getting out of that jam freed up Muguruza -- and failing to capitalize deflated Williams, who didn't win a game the rest of the way. "She was getting every one of Venus's shots back. Not only getting it back, but it was deep in the court," said David Witt, Williams' coach, who thought nerves affected his player. "Venus kept having to play that one extra ball." Williams began spraying shots to unintended spots, while Muguruza stayed steady. Williams finished with 25 unforced errors, 14 more than the champion. It ended when Williams hit a shot that landed long, but was ruled in. Muguruza challenged the call, and after a bit of a delay, the review showed the ball was, indeed, out. Made to wait to celebrate, Muguruza eventually dropped her knees and covered her crying eyes. Soon enough, Muguruza was shown her name on the list of winners in the stadium's lobby -- "Finally!" she said -- and being greeted by former King Juan Carlos of Spain. It was an anticlimactic conclusion to the fortnight for Williams, Wimbledon's oldest female finalist since Martina Navratilova, 37, was the runner-up to Martinez in 1994. CBP FOIA 005318 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000848 Page 5695 of 6020 Citizen071617.pdf for Printed Item: 550 ( Attachment 1 of 43) 6B THE KEY WEST CITIZEN ? SUNDAY, JULY 16, 2017 SPORTS Antonio Guieb takes off on a fast break for B-Balls Deep. Photos by RON COOKE/The Citizen Nothing Major Ballers' Livingston Stocker, center, sets a pick on B-Balls Deep defender Keith Valdez to help out teammate Kelvin Taylor, right, with ball. Basketball Continued from Page 1B take the floor on Tuesday against B-Balls Deep. They acquired the league-leading scorer Antonio Guieb from first place B-Balls Deep, making them not as deep. And, they picked up Lamont Woods and Ziyah Jefferson who will not sit in the stands anymore. They also picked up Keith Durden, who can run the courts all day. Against Storm Surge, Victor Cane led the Cartel with 19 points and had six steals, Mitchell Cameron netted 13 and pulled down nine boards, Dexter Butler had seven points, Rocky Ramirez four and with two was Joe Stickney. According to league coordinator Demetrius Roach, the trade deadline is Thursday, July 20, at 11:59 p.m. Keith Valdez (No. 5) gets the rebound and flips the ball away from Kelvin Taylor (No. 4) and a Nothing Major Ballers teammate behind Valdez. TEAM QUESO 34, NOTHING MAJOR BALLERS 29 Dylan Estevez racked up nine points, Josiah Wynn netted seven and had three rebounds and Doug Meeker scored six, had two block shots, 11 rebounds and handed out three assists. Manny Estevez scored five points and nabbed four boards and Wherden Charles had a trey as part of his five points. For NMB, Curtis Houston led the way with 12 points and five rebounds, Humberto Palacio netted six with three steals and three boards, Nathaniel Hayes also had six, De'Quan Garner had four points, four rebounds as Dontrell Holloway added a point. B-BALLS DEEP 59, UNCLE DREWS ALL STARS 47 Antonio Guieb nailed the nets for 15 points, pulled down 11 rebounds and had six steals to lead B-Balls Deep. James Osborne scored 10 points and had a pair of steals and Korey Damel netted nine and had seven points. Anthony Rice canned eight points and grabbed seven boards, and with six each were Ryan Wagner and Tommy Butler, who added seven rebounds. Roger Hernandez hit three and Angelo Guieb had two points. Uncle Drew's Nick Brown powered in 15 and had three rebounds, two steals and two blocked shots, Kris Mainville netted six, and with five each were Jovonte Brown (4 rebounds), Greg Johnson and Byron McMath (3 rebounds). Jabbar Jacobs and James Rivers each scored four, Oriel Greaux had two and with one was Tyrell Hembree. STORM SURGE 68, TEAM QUESO 43 Eric "Curry Bryant" Armstrong led all scorers with 13 points and had four assists and grabbed four rebounds for Baseball Nathaniel Hayes (No. 5) goes up against Angelo Guieb (No. 4) and Antonio Guieb (No. 1) for a rebound. Curtis Houston, left, goes to the rim for Nothing Major Ballers against B-Balls Deep's Angelo Guieb (No. 4) for a pair of points. Storm Surge. Alex Fantroy netted 13 and picked two steals, Irekaz Womack had a double/ double with 12 points and 12 rebounds. Johnny Qualls canned eight points, and with 10 was Demetrius Roach, who had five steals, while John Loggie netted six points, John Ryan had four and Reid Grissinger had eight boards and a pair of points. For Team Queso, Wherden Charles powered his team with 12 points, Josiah Wynn scored 10 points and nabbed six boards, Eric Brown netted eight and picked up eight rebounds, Dylan Estevez scored five and dished out four assists, Kyle Ford also had five as Manny Estevez grabbed five rebounds and scored two and Herschell Majors connected on a free throw. BEAST MODE 67, STOCK ISLAND CARTEL 34 Nathan Knight was an animal for Beast Mode scoring 19 points and grabbing eight rebounds. Dado Vucinic netted 18 points and Ivan Milanovic canned 14 with four boards. Esteban Orizi (6 rebounds) and Jan Koranda (7 assists) each scored five points, while Marko Mandic netted four points and Matthew Sheehan grabbed five boards with two Other probable starters this morning include Jack Continued from Page 1B Haggard in center, Osborne in right, Roberts at first, the Bartlett Silver Hawks Anden Rady will start at the from Illinois. Andrew hot corner, Gabe Williams Roberts will get the start on will be in left, Wyatt Kuhn at short and Mack Hill at secthe mound, Haggard said. points. The Cartel's Daniel Morales led the team with 12 points and eight rebounds, Joe Stickney and Vic Cane each scored five points, with three each were Joal Rivero and Daniel Ramirez, as Dexter Butler and Mitchell Cameron both scored two. B-BALLS DEEP 66, Korey Damel (No. 3) slaps the NOTHING MAJOR BALLERS 49 ball away from Curtis Houston Antonio Guieb had a double/ and Nathaniel Hayes on the double with 19 points and 10 rebound. rebounds, Ryan Wagner netted 16 points and pulled down four rebounds, Korey Damel scored a half dozen points and had six boards and Anthony Rice netted seven points, picked up three rebounds and had five steals. Angelo Guieb canned five points and nabbed five boards and with three points each were Bernard Simmons, Donjae Valdez and Keith Valdez who also had three assists. For NMB, De'Quan Garner netted 17 points and Nathaniel Hayes had 12 to lead the way. Curtis Houston scored nine points and pulled down seven rebounds, Livingston Stocker ripped the nets for seven and Dontrell Holloway and J.P. Malott had two each. rcooke@keysnews.com Nothing Major Ballers' Livingston Stocker slows down his dribble to check out his options in front of the B-Balls Deep bench. It was a good thing that Nothing Major Ballers' Curtis Houston (No. 2) followed Anthony Rice (No. 20) on this fast break layup as the ball bounced in and out of the net and Houston got the rebound. ond. Ben Hiller and Dylan Ziels with each be extra hitters. On Monday, the Cudas begin at 8:30 a.m. against the Detroit Bees from Michigan and at 4:30 p.m. they host the Harrisburg Storm from North Carolina. The Cudas get a break on Tuesday morning to give them time to visit the National Baseball Hall of Fame in the Village of Cooperstown, but they will be back in action at 1:45 p.m. with a meeting against the Kenston Bombers from Ohio. Their 7 p.m. game is against perennial champions Beaver Valley Black team from Pennsylvania. Haggard said the weather in Cooperstown was definitely different from the hot and humid Keys. "It's a little cool and overcast, but the kids are having an absolute blast," Haggard said. rcooke@keysnews.com CBP FOIA 005319 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000849 Page 5696 of 6020 Citizen071617 .pdffor Printed Item: 550 ( Attachment 1 of 43) 1~ ,....,,,-- THEKEYWESTCITIZEN ? Sunday,July 16,2017 rl.OaIIIA ~ DYI Ne~snews.com COMMENTARY Blackmarks willfall off creditreports IC THEQUEENROASTS HEROWNBEANS in July BYLIZWESTON tarting July 1, the credit scores ofup to 14 million people began a to rise as credit reports are scrubbed of nearly all civil judgments and many tax liens. Consumer advocates hail the data's deletion as a long-overdue victory for people whose scores were unfairly dinged by inaccurate information. Others worry the changes could inflate the scores of risky borrowers and have a catastrophic impact on lenders. People shouldn't expect an immediate jump in their scores, however. On July 1, the three major credit bureaus - Experian, Equifax and TransUnion will exclude new records of civil judgments and tax liens that don't have minimum identifying information including Social Security numbers or dates of birth as well as any record of judgments or liens that hasn't been updated within 90 days. The bureaus also remove old records of judgments and liens that don't meet the enhanced standards, a process that's expected to take several weeks, says Francis Creighton, president and CEO of the Consumer Data Industry Association, a trade group that represents the bureaus. Credit scoring company FICO estimates that 6 to 7 percent of people who have FICO scores will have a tax lien or civil judgment purged from their records. Tax liens stem from unpaid state or federal tax bills, while civil judgments are court rulings from lawsuits filed over old debts, unpaid child support, evictions and other noncriminal matters. Judgments and liens show up in the public records section of credit reports and can seriously damage credit scores . S PhotosbJPYBRIAN BASHAM/The Citizen Hotsteaming, smoking coffeebeansareautomatically dumpedfromthe roasterafterabout16 minutesof roasting to makethe CubanCoffeeQueen's Queen's Roastcoffee. CubanCoffeeQueennowroasts,wholesalesits owncoffee BYMANDY MILES KeyWestCitizen TheCubanCoffeeQueenrecentlystartedroastingitsownbeansat a newKeyLime Squareroastinglocationnextto its coffeeshop. Authentically strong Cuban coffee: Check. Breakfast all day and an impressive lunch menu: Check. Cool T-shirts and memorabilia: Check. As if the Cuban Coffee Queen didn't already have it all. The company started last month roasting its own Arabica coffee beans in a new location in Key Lime Square off Southard Street That's right, Southard Street. Everyone knows the Cuban Coffee Queen's original location at the KeyWest Historic Does a judgmentor lien makeyou riskier? The credit bureaus aren't being forced to delete this information. They're doing it voluntarily, in large part because these public records weren't properly verified or updated, generating many consumer complaints and disputes. The credit bureaus might have found a way to keep the records if the data were overwhelmingly valuable to lenders, their primary customers. SeeCREDIT , Page2C Seaport, where a committed collection of bleary-eyed devotees gathers each morning for their favorite fuel. Others may not realize that the Cuban Coffee Queen, with its recognizable black and yellow logo, expanded its empire when it moved into the covered pavilion in Key Lime Square that years ago housed the Lobos lunch wrap spot. These days, the walk-up window looks onto a comfortable outdoor dining area, and just next door is the newest addition: The roasters. Steaming hot coffee beans are roasted to perfection for about 16 minutes. Once complete, the beans are used by the company's local baristas for the morning, noon and evening caffeine fixes, but plenty more are carefully packaged and now available for wholesale orders online and in person at Key Lime Square, behind Bank of America off Southard Street. Marius Venter and his fearless crew take pride in roasting, brewing, creating, mixing and pouring the perfect coffee drinks. But that's not all. The shop also features smoothies, juices, salads, rice and beans, and sandwiches such as a Cuban Queen Mix,a KeyWest chicken salad sandwich, tuna melts, turkey clubs and plenty of others. Theshopalsofeaturessmoothies, juices,salads,riceandbeans,andsandwiches suchasa CubanQueenMix,a KeyWest chicken saladsandwich, tunamelts,turkeyclubsandplentyof others. SeeCOFFEE, Page2C BOTTOM LINE FKCChonorsMorgan,Otisas top employeesand other academic support Florida Keys Community College recently recognized two employees during its annual Employee Appreciation Awards luncheon. Beryl Morgan, director of financial aid, was named Employee of the Year,and Rita Otis, a nursing instructor, was named Adjunct Faculty of the Year. College President Jonathan Gueverra recogMorgan Otts nized Morgan for her leadership in improving financial aid processes, as well as her commitment to helping students attain financial aid packages and understanding loan commitments. Morgan has served as FKCC'sfinancial aid director for the past year and has 15 years of higher education career experience. Previously,she worked for the FKCCFoundation, where she supported fundraising for and distribution of scholarships funds. Otis was selected by Vice President of Academic Affairs, Brittany Snyder in recognition of her outstanding work teaching the lecture, lab and clinical portions of the college's Nursing Fundamentals class. She recently took on the challenge of incorporating new patient simulation technology into the course curriculum to improve the student learning experience. Otis is widely known on campus as being a passionate instructor who pushes students to strive for excellence as they study the nursing profession. LKMChonorstop employees,anniversaries Lower Keys Medical Center recently named the Outstanding Employee Award recipients for June. Those honored were Margaret Kehoe, R.N., Medical Surgical Unit, and Nancy Ross, mammography technician, Imaging Department. Employees are nominated for the recognition through positive patient and family feedback and by their peers for going above and beyond in service to patients or their colleagues. Also, LKMC recently honored 58 employees for service to the hospital. Employees who have served five, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years were recKehoe ognized. Sharon Harper, R.N., nursing supervisor, was honored for serving at the hospital for 35 years, while Tami Harmon, administrative assistant and scheduler in Surgical Services, was recognized Harper Harmon with the Frank Houtman Memorial Award, named for a beloved volunteer at the hospital known for consistently going above and beyond for patients and colleagues. DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000850 Page 5697 of 6020 Citizen071617 .pdf for Printed Item 550 ( Attachment 1 of 43) 2C THEKEY WesTCITIZEN ? SUNDAY, Jmx16, 2017 LOWER KEYS LOWER KEYS MARATHON Free careerskills seminar offered by Zonta Rotary Clubs installs new leaders, officers The Zonta Club of Key West will present the ongoing "Journey to Success" series designed for KeyWest and Lower Keys residents who want to enhance their career skills. High school and college students are welcome. The free workshop will be held on Saturday, Aug. 5, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Gato Building, llOO Simonton St., Key West. "Journey to Success" is funded by a grant from the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys. Businesswomen in the community, financial experts and Zonta members will present hands-on training and practical tips in three sessions: "Basic Banking Skills," "The Growth of Money," and "How to Keep YourJob and Advance Your Career." The workshop includes lunch, child care for children ages 2-5 and transportation. Preregistration by Friday, July 28, is required for the workshop, child care and transportation. For information, call Harlee Fisher at 305-783-7748. Gena Parsons, National Marine Sanctuary Foundation communica tions and outreach spe cialist, leads the Key West Sunrise Rotary Club as president for the upcoming year, succeeding NAS Key West public affairs officer Trice Denny, who Photol)l'O'lided continues C elebratin g the new memb ers of the K ey W es t Sunri se to serve on Rotary Boardfor the upcoming year are, front row fromleft, the club's Stephanie Griffith s, treasurer, DaveGeller, treasurer-elect, board as Gena Parsons, president, Sue Fowle r andSean McCoy,aswell past presi as back row,from left, GeorgeLindner,parliamentarian, Bob dent Eadie,Trice Denny,past president, Stan Rzad, Matt Babich, Steve sergea nt-at-arms, andCarlStevens. Not pictured areGeorge Miller takes Wallace,president-elect, Ron Demes,Scott Duszyns ki, Mark Miller over from Mossand Roger Cousineau. Steve Estes as president of the Big Pine Key and Lower Other Sunrise club offi- Geller, treasurer-elect; Matt Keys Rotary Club. Miller cers are George Wallace, Babich, sergeant-at-arms was installed at the club's president-elect ; Stephanie and George Lindner, parGriffiths, treasurer; Dave liamentarian. banquet in June. Free financial classes Jaso n Alexander watches the control screen for the Cuban Coffee Queen's bean roaster. Temperature and roast time areall automatically controlled by the computer after initial testswere made to create the coffee shop's own uniqu e taste. Howto eat well, stay fit on a budget THEASSOC IATED PRESS BRIAN BASHAM/The Citizen Coffee Continuedfrom PageIC "Come in the morning for cafe con leche or a Cuban chocolate mocha," Venter said temptingly. o~nd Credit United Way of the Florida Keys is offering free financial literacy classes to those interested in improving their budgeting and money management skills. A class is scheduled from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday.July 25, in Marathon at the Power Squadron Building, located at 5211 Loggerhead, across the street from St. Columba Church. Materials are provided. The class, titled "Money Matters," will instruct attendees how to identify ways to increase income and decrease spending, track spending habits, prepare a personal spending plan/budget to help balance monthly income and expenses, and more. Additional classes including different topics will be scheduled in Marathon and KeyWest. For information and registration, email Loretta Geotis at vita@ keysunitedway.org or call 305-7971704. remember to stop and check out our new roasters in Key Lime Square.Weve dialed in the right timing and perfected the recipes for our main signature roasts." Cuban Coffee Queen locations , 284 Margaret St. reports are otherwise clean could see their scores rise Continuedfrom PageIC more. Not all players think the But that doesn't seem to be change is benign . A reprethe case. sentative ofLexisNexis Risk The credit bureaus, Solutions says the outcome could be "catastrophic." creditor scorers FICO and VantageScore Solutions and The company is marketing mortgage buyer Fannie Mae reports with the deleted have all said that removing public records data to lendthe data will have at most ers. a minor impact on lenders ' The data and analytics provider found that people ability to predict risk. with judgments and tax Almost all - 92 percent - of people who have liens liens on their credit reports or judgments in their credit are more than five times as likely to default on a reports have other negamortgage as people withtive information in their files,says Ethan Dornhelm , out those records, says Tim FICO's vice president for Coyle, senior director for scores and analytics. That's real estate and mortgage at why independent studies LexisNexisRiskSolutions. by Fim and VantageScore Why did FICOand VantageScore Solutions Solutions found that scores went up an average of just reach a different conclu10 points when liens and sion? LexisNexis compared judgments were removed. people with negative public A much smaller group of records to those without. people - about 1 million of The credit scoring comthe 200 million people with panies used databases FICOscores - whose credit stripped of the questionable and 508 Southard St. (Key Lime Square #35), are open daily from 6:30 a.m. to sunset. And they deliver. Check out http:/ /www.cubancoffeequeen .com or find them on Facebook for menus and more information . Committing to wellness doesn't have to be the pricey endeavor that leggings retailers and fancy salad shops want you to think it is. Cooking dinner at home instead of eat ing out, for example, was associated with healthier diets and lower spending on food overall, according to a recent study from the University of Washington School of Public Health. If you're used to springing for fast food or ordering a lot of takeout , it'll take dedication to start planning meals and cooking for yourself. Working out cheaply or for free will also require researching options and discovering what you enjoy. But you'll feel stronger and records, then calculated scores based on the information that remained. on new balances or accept fewer applicants. Mortgage lenders, by contrast , make much larger loans that can take months or years to Willlenders move the goal postsr start going bad in significant It's an open question how numbers. many of the affected folks So it's understandable will look more creditworthy that mortgage lenders may than they actually are and be a little twitchy about the how many are actually good change - and why Fannie Mae sent a letter urging credit risks who were vietimized by erroneous data . them not to be. The mortLenders will find out by gage buyer promised "lendmonitoring default rates ers can continue to have full and they will adjust their confidence" in its approval lending criteria accorddecisions - but it also said ingly,says JeffRichardson, it will continue to monitor a VantageScore Solutions the situation . spokesman. That could That is what consumers mean raising cutoff limits should do as well. Knowing for acceptable scores what your scores are, and taking actions to keep them which means in turn that those who see their scores as high as possible, is an improve only modestly important part of managing could find the loans they your finances skillfullyin want still out of reach. the 21st Century. Lenders' ability to course Liz Westonis a certified correct varies. Credit card lenders, for example, can financialplannerand columquickly ratchet down credit nist at NerdWalletEmailher limits, raise interest rates at lweston@nerdwalletcom more in control of your health - and budget - so give these strategies a try. First, understand what counts as "healthy ." Working within guidelines can help you realistically build exercise and a nutritious diet into your lifestyle. That will prevent you from overspending on boutique gyms and organic produce you don't need and can't afford. The MyPlate Checklist Calculator from the U.S. Department of Agriculture offers personalized guidelines for the amount of fruit, vegetables, grains, protein and dairy to eat per day. Use the nonprofit Environmental Working Group's Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce to decide which fruits and veg- etables to splurge on. The "Clean Fifteen" lists foods least likely to contain pesticides, which means you can select their cheaper, non-organic versions . Adults should do aerobic exercise 0ike walking, swimming, biking or running) at moderate intensity for a total of 150 minutes per week or at vigorous intensity for 75 minutes per week, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Two or more days of musde-strengthening activities, such as push-ups, crunches or yoga, are also recommended. "What is it that interests you most?" Matthews says. "The way that people see the best results is by doing something consistently." 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There are a few things that a summer vacation than you should know about handling to have to take your dog to fish hook ingestions. the veterinarian for emergency It that can be a scary thing surgery to remove an ingested fish when you see your pet swallowa hook. Here are some ways to not hook - and, if not corrected and only prevent that from happening, treated right away can be very, but also what to do if it happens. very serious (potentiallyeven Dogs, and sometimes cats, deadly). If this happens, don't panic, and willoccasionally followa couple of very important encounter fishing rules. Ifyou do, there is a good hooks from the perspective of chance that you can prevent your pet from needing surgery to a fish-not a good thing! It is remove it. If caught in time, and if the hook is baited, it is often posnot uncommon Ima~ l)l'O'lided by DougMader for a person to ThisX-rayshows a dogwitha circlehook,lineandswivel. Thehookwassuc- sible to get the dog to vomit up the hook, like and sinker.If that lean a baited hook cessfully removed usingan endoscope andnosurgery wasneeded. against the wall,railing, transom, fails,the next non surgical step is etc. Alongcomes Fido and what fishing pole leaning against a take a bite. As a result, cats usually to use an endoscope - basicallya does he see? Food!So,he takes wall with a hook dangling off the get hooked in the lip,where dogs long snake with a TVcamera and a big bite - squid, pinfish, hook end of a loose line. Their natural grasper on the end. The scope can often swallowthe entire thing, and all. instinct is to play with the dangly, with the hook ending up in the See MADER, Page4C With cats, they often see a shiny hook and line, and often esophagus, stomach or further BYDR.DOUGMADER CitizenColumnist BYMANDY MILES KeyWestCitizen finally did it. I left. It wasn't easy; but change never is. I'm still finding my way through some uncharted territory during this adjustment period, so please bear with me if it takes me longer to answer or return your call, or reply to a text message or email. I know I'll be fine, and everything will work out, but today. it all feels just, well, different. Different and a little awkward. But things had to change and I knew I'd have to be the one to initiate the conversation. It was time to stand up to the bully who had been pushing me around, taking my money and a piece of my soul, month by month, year by year. So I pounded an energy drink on Thursday afternoon and took a deep breath to steady my nerves and steel myself for battle. After 17 years of this one-sided relationship, the final, three-hour showdown included threats, apologies, promises and two hang-ups. But I finally extricated myself. I survived and I walked away.No,I sprinted. So far, I must say, my world is immeasurably better. Better, fresher, newer, faster, more attractive and with unlimited potential for fun, intrigue, exploration and productivity.There are new projects and adventures on my horizon, and I finally feel sufficientlyequipped to make them happen. I just needed the right tools - and the confidence to walk away from all that was holding me back. I'm still discovering all the new freedoms and all the options now available to me, things I didn't know existed until Thursday, but already can't live without. Colors are brighter, lines are clearer and everything looks its best. I can't believe I waited so long. I am no longer legally attached to a selfish and unfeeling entity, although I did take up with another provider within minutes of the breakup. It had to be done. That's right, I changed cellphone companies. But not only did I change providers, but I also upgraded my phone from a 5-year-old GalaxyS3 to a brand new S7, just one step below the latest version. Hallelujah, life is beautiful. But you know what frustrates me the most? After 17 years, I don't even think the ex even noticed, or cared that I was leaving,yet they'll bend over backwards to take care of a new customer with special offers and introductory rates. Nice. So much for loyalty. But we'll see. When it comes to such service providers, I'm a bit of a fair-weather friend myself. And I'm not above threatening to leave just to get a better deal. It's the American way. So we'll see. Perhaps the former will lure me back with glittering promises and discounted apologies. But for now, I'm enjoying all my brand new options. I T onthebookshelf through the grapevine,u Youshouldenjoy this bookif Thebig chill on red wine you like military-stylethrillers BYROBERT WHITLEY BYDAVID BECKWITH CitizenBookCritic ne of the great launch pads for fictionis an actual event (a topic we explored at the recent KeyWestMysteryWritersFestival). Makinga story line tie back to news or events the public remembers is a great way for an author to immediately entrench in his reader'smind his own plot's credibility.CliveCussler has alwaysbeen a master at accomplishing this despite the fact that his plots often strayed far from any truth. The "RingOfFire" plot growsfrom the 2016 release of the Panama Papers in which 11.5million leaked documents exposed secrets which have in some cases been hidden since the 1970'sas well as 215,000previouslyunknown offshoreentities. Tayloreven uses the name of the actual law firm, Mossack Fonseca, in this novel as the source of the leaks.What a great place for Brad Taylorto begin to spin an adventure tale! As the book begins, the Panama Papers are beginning to spread panic with many people including the U.S. Government'ssecret, quasi-legalunit which had been created to contain 0 terrorist plots and global threats known only as The Taskforce.Dexter Worthington,a top government subcontractor, is also beginning to hyperventilate since the leaked documents will expose that fifteenyears ago he had used an account set up through a shell company when he was struggling to keep his company afloat to win his first defense contract by bribing a Saudi businessman. His dilemma will soon be entwined with Pike Loganand Jennifer Cahill'seffortsto hide the fact that The Taskforce's accounts are included in the Panama Papers as well.What begins as a seemingly plum assignment in the Bahamas, which hopefully willgive Pike and Jennifersome R & R time in a five-star resort, spirals out of control when The Taskforcediscovers that the Saudiswho had funded the 9/11 attacks are using Dexter'sformer account without his knowledgeto fund terrorism activitiesworldwideand are planning a new series of attacks on Americato coincide with an upcoming 9/ l l anniversaryusing drones as killing machines. I have reviewedBradTaylor'sbooks on The Taskforcein the past and have See BOOK, Page4C here used to be a saying among wine aficionados that "a wine's first obligationis to be red." Indeed, there is a significant body of wine enthusiasts that clings to that mantra and only drinks red wine as an aperitifbefore dinner; with dinner, even iffish or shellfishare being served;or after dinner, as a nightcap. To each his own. But my mantra is that a wine's first obligation is to be delicious. The thought of sipping a heavy tannic red wine served at room temperature on a sultry 90-degreesummer day is far from appealing. Bringme something cool and refreshing. For those whose thirst can only be quenched by a red wine, there is a solution. Severalcategoriesof red wine are frequentlyserved with a slight chill,particularly in Mediterranean climates. The most common red wine often served chilled is Beaujolais.It's light in tannins and easy to drink when young, and it has such a burst of bright fruit that it can even can be lip-smacking deliciousserved cold. The French sometimes even serve it chilled in the dead of winter. Italyhas its own Beaujolais-stylewine in do!- T cetto, which is made in the northern Italian district of Piemonte.Dolcetto is generallylighterthan Beaujolais - at least cru Beaujolaisbut it is fruit-forwardand deliciousand loses nothing when given 10 to 15 minutes on ice before serving. Spain also has a serious red wine that benefits from chillingin warm weather: Riojacrianza.The crianza Riojasare lowerin the Rioja hierarchy,wellbehind reserva and gran reserva.They are younger and usuallyfruitier with lowerlevelsof tannins. Tapasbars throughout the Riojaregion often serve crianza by the glasswith a slight chill. So,if you'rea die-hard red wine lover and the summer heat's getting to you, here's a tip: Chill. Bestvalue Winesare rated on a 100point scale.Winesare chosen for reviewbecause they represent outstanding quality or value, and the scores are simply a measure of this reviewer'senthusiasm for the recommended wine. o Gabbiano2015 Dark Knight,ToscanaIGT.Italy ($17)-Gabbiano's great leap forwardover the past two decades has been built around its heart and soul, traditional chianti classico. The next step is a plunge See WINE, Page4C amatter oftaste ---- Makea heart-healthy menuwithflavorfulfruit Heart-healthy foods can play a role in healthy aging.Whether you enjoy them by the handful as a refreshing snack or use them to add color, crunch and a touch of sweetness to a meal, grapes are a heart-healthy option that make eating better easy. Grapes of all colors - red, green and black-are a natural source of beneficial antioxidants and other polyphenols. At just 90 calories per serving, they also contain no fat, no cholesterol and virtually no sodium. With a juicy burst of flavor, grapes show how simple it can be to make good-for-you-dishes that also taste great. Even though California grapes are a snacking staple in most kitchens, you may not realize how versatile they can be for cooking. For example, grapes add a sweet touch to a crunchy yogurt salad and complement the bold spice on a skewer mmiles@keysnews.com of grilled shrimp. Fresh, flavorful areas of the brain, according to research from the University of California-LosAngeles. The pilot study, funded by the California Table Grape Commission, was conducted among people with early memory decline and showed that subjects who didn't consume grapes exhibited significant metabolic decline in these critical regions. Additionally, those consuming the grape-enriched diet showed beneficial changes in regional brain metabolism that correlated to improvements in cognition and working memory performance, according to a Photol)l'O'lidedby FamilyFeawres report published by Experimental Manydonotrealizehowversatile Gerontology. California grapescanbeforcooking, Find more delicious recipes to suchas a complement to the bold make healthy eating easy at http:/ I spiceona skewer of grilledshrimp. www.grapesfromcalifornia.com. grapes even put a tangy,fresh twist ZAHTAR SHRIMP on a soothing glass of iced tea. 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Gabbiands DarkKnight. a blend of cabernet sauvignon,merlot and sangiovese,is a mere $17.Don't be fooledby the price.This is a bold, full-bodiedred Book ***** enjoyedeach and every one of them. Theyseem to keep gettingbetter and better; this, in my opinion, being the best one yet. It is a fast-pacedthrillerwith a complicatedplot since several groups of independently-actingterroristsare involved.Pikeis an almost a super heroic character who I believeis Taylor'salter ego (Tayloris himselfa 20-year combat veteran of the U.S. ArmySpecialForces.). offerslayeredblack fruits,a warmwood note, firmtannins and a deliciouslylong, spicy finish.Drinkit now,or tuck it awayfor a fewyears. Eitherway,it's a superb Tastingnotes Californiacab at a very o Dry CreekVineyard 2014CabernetSauvignon, modest price.Rating:93. DryCreekValley($26)o Dry CreekVineyard2014 Merlot,DryCreekValley Perhapsone of the finest ($26)- Dry CreekValley valuesin cabernet sauvignon from this vintage, the is one of the warmersites DryCreekCab is a bold, dis- in SonomaCounty,which tinctivered that would hold wouldseem to be a strike its ownin a lineup of much againstany merlot vinepricier wines.Thisvintage yardsthere. But the nights are cool,and the grapes love that. This beauty exhibits freshnessand balance, though it's richlylayered and complex.It shows notes of plum and blackberry,and a hint of cedar and graphite. Despiteits richnessand voluptuous palate, there is a firmbackbonethat indicates it willimprovewith another three to fiveyears in the cellar.Rating:92. characters for a reader not to feel the need to read the series from the beginning. He givesthe reader enough $15.99 (Softbound) but doesn't become bogged available on Kindle down in unnecessarydetail likeTom Clancyoften did. Pikeis not shy about often Myrecommendationjust jump in and go with crypticallyexpressinghis the flow.Probablylargely politicalviewsand his because of Taylor'sown detestation of terrorism. Jenniferis a strong but lik- backgroundas a Delta force able femalecharacter who commander,these stories can hold her own with Pike have a grittyrealismthat an author with no military and has skillswhichoften backgroundwould have a surpass his. Despitethis being a series,Taylorgives hard time matching. I also enough backgroundon The found it thought provoking Taskforceand the the main about the public's possible Jackof knowledgeof unexposed financialbackings of the 9/ 11tragedyand what nefarious activities those same entities are engagedin presently.I also wondered if,as bad as the 9/11 attackswere,did the terroristsaccomplishall they hoped for or do they feelthey have unfinished business. If you likemilitary-stylethrillers,you should enjoy this book. that showslayersof black fruits, firmstructure and a judiciouspresence of wood spice. It'sa steal. Rating:90 "RockBottom " ByE.R.~mer FollowRobertWhitleyon Twitterat@wineguru. Reviewedby David Beckwith,authorof theWill and BetsyBlackadventure series. adopt apet Pets availablefor adoptionat the FloridaKeysSPCA Dorothy is a 1-year-oldfemale Kitty Patch es is a 6-year-old hamster. female domestic shorthair. Reedis an adult male American rabbit. Lucy5 1/2 -year-old female domestic shorthair. The Florida Keys SPCA is located at 5230 College Road,StockIsland.Hoursare 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. MondayFridayand 10a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.Forlow-costspay/ neuter appointment, call 305-294-4857.For information,c.all305-294-4857, or go to www.fkspc.a.org. Contact information for the Marathon shelter on Aviation Boulevard.: 305743-4800. Hours: Monday through Friday,9:30a.m.to 4:30p.m., and on Saturdays Scooby is a 10 1/2 -yearoold from 10a.m. to 2 p.m. femaleLabrador retriever mix. CBP FOIA 005323 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000853 Page 5700 of 6020 Citizen071617.pdf for Printed Item: 550 ( Attachment 1 of 43) 5C THE KEY WEST CITIZEN ? SUNDAY, JULY 16, 2017 Where's Rey? Despite Monopoly maker's promise, still missing THE ASSOCIATED PRESS PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Where's the character Rey in the "Star Wars" version of Monopoly? In a land far, far away, apparently. Eighteen months after game-maker Hasbro Inc. promised to add the female character to the game by the fall of 2016, an Illinois girl who wrote to the company to say "girls matter" is still waiting. Others are, too. After inquiries from The Associated Press, the Pawtucket-based company said it made the Rey piece but sets with Rey weren't available for sale in the U.S. People who bought the allmale game can request a Rey from customer service, spokeswoman Julie Duffy said. "In early 2016, Hasbro updated the 2015 Star Wars: The Associated Press Carrie Goldman's daughter, Annie Rose, holds a letter in Evanston, Ill., that she wrote to Hasbro asking why the female character Rey was omitted from a Monopoly set based on 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens,' when she is a main character and crucial to the story. Monopoly game to add a Rey token," Duffy said by email. "This product was sold to retailers in several markets around the world but is not available for sale in the U.S. due to insufficient interest." Duffy said the company offered the updated version of the game to U.S. retailers but "retailers had ample inventory so they did not choose to sell the new version." She said the game with a Rey piece was made available in five markets, including the United Kingdom and France, though the AP found one family that recently bought the game in the United Kingdom and no Rey was included. Duffy said the company has fulfilled 99 requests for the Rey token in the United States and 10 in Canada. Hasbro said it would add a Rey character in January 2016, amid an online outcry that carried the hashtag #WheresRey. "We love the passion fans have for Rey, and are Hasbro is sending Annie Rose a token, and the family will buy the game, but Annie Rose called it "an awful lot of trouble to go through." She pointed out that a lot of kids won't know to call the company and said she was disappointed. "They didn't keep their word," she said. Goldman posted Annie Rose's letter on Twitter in January 2016. In it, the then8-year-old asks why Hasbro left out Rey from the set based on "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" when she's a main character, crucial to the story. "Without her THERE IS NO FORCE AWAKENS!" wrote Annie Rose, who's now 10. "It awakens in her! And without her, the bad guys would have won! Besides, boys and girls need to see that women can be as strong as men! Girls matter!" happy to announce that we will be making a running change to include her in the Monopoly: Star Wars game available later this year," Duffy told the AP by email at the time. She added that fans who had already bought the game "can obtain the Rey token by contacting Hasbro Consumer Care when the updated game becomes available later this year." Annie Rose Goldman wrote the letter that sparked the outcry. Her mother, Carrie Goldman, of Evanston, Illinois, said Wednesday she's happy Annie Rose will be able to get a Rey figure but it's not how they understood Hasbro's promise. "I would still like to see it where any girl or boy or person who goes to buy the game, Rey is in there," Goldman said. All four game pieces were modeled on male characters: Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Finn and Kylo Ren. One British dad who bought the set in April said he got the version with all male characters, which surprised and disappointed him. "Rey is the star of the film," said Ian Henry, of Maidenhead, England. "You'd expect to have a female character at least." He bought the game for his 4-year-old son from Amazon and sent a Twitter message to Hasbro complaining about the omission. Hasbro never responded. Henry said that when his 6-year-old daughter plays "Star Wars" on XBox she usually chooses a female character such as Rey or Princess Leia but she doesn't have that choice with Monopoly: Star Wars. Poll: Three-quarters in US say they lack influence THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Photos by David A. Land/Vern Yip via AP This undated photo provided by interior designer Vern Yip shows Yip sitting on a couch with his dogs in his home in Atlanta. With progress in technology, durable rugs made with antimicrobial, stain-resistant fibers have become much more pleasant to the touch and are available in a wide range of styles, making them perfect for pet owners, said Yip. Stylish home decor and pets can coexist BY MELISSA RAYWORTH The Associated Press Flooring options have also expanded: Wood flooring companies have developed finishes that resist scratching, Yip says. Ceramic tile designed to look like stone flooring is another practical option. "It used to be, a few decades ago, that if you put down a ceramic tile floor, it just looked like ceramic," Yip says. This tile "looks like stone, but unlike stone it doesn't absorb urine or other things if your dog has an accident." And don't forget the little things: If your pets are very active, minimize the number of items on tabletops and put more fragile things on higher shelves, especially in small rooms, Bechen says. Add a lidded basket or storage ottoman to stash pet toys when guests come over. It's gotten easier to have a house full of pets without sacrificing the home decor you want. Interior designer Vern Yip, a judge on HGTV's "Design Star" and a dog person, says new technology has led to a variety of stylish AND pet-friendly home-furnishing options. "The furniture and home-decor industry has really rounded the corner and come to realize that this is a way of life for a lot of people," Yip says. Durable, easyto-clean paints, antimicrobial stain-resistant rugs and more mean that a beautiful home and a furry pet are no longer incompatible. Here, Yip and two other interior-design experts -- Betsy Burnham, founder of Los Angeles' Burnham Fabric strategies Design, and small-space Fabrics that can withstand expert Kathryn Bechen -- life with pets used to be rough offer some tips: and often unappealing to touch, Yip says. Now, you can find stain-resistant and antiPet planning Many pet owners today microbial fibers in a range "are designing a space of styles and soft textures. around their animals," Burnham suggests looking Burnham says. "Most of the for textiles made with a finish time, I hear, 'Oh, we've got called Nanotex, which makes dogs and a couple of cats the fibers stain-resistant and and three kids, so please be waterproof. If you have cats, it's also mindful that we can't have anything too precious.' Then helpful to choose fabrics there are these really specific that are smooth. "We sort of requests, like, 'I'd like a built- embrace leathers and flatin dog bed in my island in my ter weaves so that the cat can't get their claws into it," kitchen.'" Often, the planning starts Burnham says. Leather is also a good with the biggest elements: choice because it's durable, walls and floors. Paints have become much and it can look even more more pet-friendly (and attractive with a bit of time kid-friendly) in recent years: and wear. Bechen suggests avoiding "There are a lot of paint companies now that have flat very light-colored fabrics if paints that are wipe-able," dark pet hair will frustrate a feature previously offered you (or very dark fabrics if only with glossy paints, your pets have light hair). Print patterns are less likely Burnham says. By creating a dedicated space for pets in a mudroom or laundry room, homeowners can keep their pets' items organized and have a pleasant space to put pets if guests who aren't comfortable with animals come to visit. to show pet hair than solids are, she says. And it helps to keep an attractive throw blanket on your pet's favorite furniture, and then remove it when guests come over. "You'll notice a lot more hair and cleaning with animals in a small space," Bechen says. "It's all condensed." Separate space It's a luxury to have a room devoted to pets, or to have a large enough mudroom to create a sort of pet bedroom. But Yip says that's becoming more common. When guests who aren't comfortable with animals come to visit, a dedicated room gives pets "a space that's theirs, that they can retreat to that doesn't feel like punishment," Yip says. Even if the space does dou- ble-duty as an office or laundry room, you can create a secure area for a pet by keeping their bed, food dishes and familiar toys all in one place. Get creative by adding something to entertain your pet (Yip's dogs have an aquarium to look at), and create a sleeping space they'll love. "Cats love to climb," says Bechen, so cat owners can add a shelf around the perimeter of a laundry room or mudroom and put their cat's bed up there. It creates a perfect perch for the pet to feel safe while surveying the room. Litter boxes can also be creatively upgraded: Bechen suggests choosing one with a decorative cover. Her favorites are designed to resemble tiny, painted houses. WASHINGTON -- Linda Bell, a beekeeper and farmer who makes about $11,000 a year, feels Washington power brokers have no intention of making health care affordable. "They don't care about people like me," says the Bosque County, Texas, resident. Three-quarters of Americans agree that people like themselves have too little influence in Washington, rare unanimity across political, economic, racial and geographical lines and including both those who approve and disapprove of President Donald Trump, according to a new poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. Majorities also don't have a great deal of confidence in most of the nation's institutions. That's especially true of Congress, which takes the biggest hit, and the presidency. Even at a time of deepening economic and political divisions, the poll finds widespread agreement that small businesses, poor Americans and workers have too little power in Washington, while lobbyists, big business and rich people have too much. The results are notable because Trump won his presidency with a populist call-to-arms to make "forgotten Americans" his priority and to restore jobs to people still struggling amid the economy's recovery. Republicans who control Congress echoed Trump's vow to overhaul President Barack Obama's national health care law and cut people's taxes as part of a drive to restore the American middle class. Those efforts have wobbled, however, amid Trump's efforts to crack down on Muslim immigration, his feud-filled Twitter feed, investigations into allegations of collusion between Russia and Trump's campaign and Congress' inability so far to come up with a replacement for "Obamacare." "He said he was going to restore the middle class, and I thought he would pick really good people who would do that. But the people he picked seem to be not in touch with the middle class," said Hobart, Indiana, resident James Pavelka, 60, a health and safety instructor who said he voted for Trump. He was referring to Trump's Cabinet, thought to be the wealthiest in modern times. "During the campaign, he said, 'I'm for the little guy.' People were angry and he fed on that and he knew how to do that." It's not just Trump who makes people feel like they lack power. Only 6 percent of Americans have a great deal of confidence in Congress, with wide agreement across party lines. Fourteen percent of people said they have a great deal of confidence in the executive branch, which includes the president and all of the Cabinet agencies, and 24 percent say the same of the Supreme Court. Most Americans feel solid about the armed forces, with about 56 percent saying they have a great deal of confidence in the people running the military. About 3 in 10 Americans say they have a great deal of confidence in the FBI, and a third says the same of the scientific community. Both are trusted more by Democrats than Republicans. Beyond government, only about 11 percent of Americans say they have a lot of confidence in the news media, the target of angry tweets by Trump. And just 1 in 10 says they have a great deal of confidence in major companies, banks and financial institutions, or labor unions. There's no question that Trump, a Manhattan real estate magnate with a global business empire, has little personally in common with the majority of people in the U.S., where the median household income is around $54,000 a year. But Jennifer McDonald, an office manager from Arvada, Colorado, says the president shares her loathing of the Washington establishment. Still, she says she's disappointed in Trump's "hissy fits" on Twitter and downright angry with the leaders of Congress who share her party but not her priorities of "just getting things done"-- such as cutting taxes and replacing Obama's health care law. "There are times when I'm watching them and thinking, 'I just don't know who you're speaking for,'" McDonald, 44, says of the GOP Congress. "All they do is stand there and argue and I think, 'My God, would you please realize what you have here: You have control of both houses. Get it done.'" CBP FOIA 005324 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000854 Page 5701 of 6020 a tizen071617.pdf for Printed Item: 550 ( Attachment 1 of 43) 6C THBlkf as longas youdon't overdoit. "finds" the energy to make golf plans, My sisters say we should respect her underpressure. 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Ab?g~! :.J.rn sumer Reports(R) "100 Percent Whole Grain"vs. "Made With Whole Grains" artificial ingredients unless they go through a rigorous review process, and have no artificial preservatives , colors or flavors. WHATLABELSMEAN -- AND DON'T MEAN We all want healthier foods, but reading labels won't always help you spot them. Consumer Reports gives these pairs of terms to keep distinct in your mind: "Organic" vs. "Natural '' Organic. This term is strictly regulated and can be on a label only when farmers and processors adhere to federal standards designed to promote a more sustainable food system. To be called organic, a food must contain at least 95 percent organic ingredients, which means crops are grown with fewer pesticides and no synthetic fertilizers or genetically modified organisms, and farm animals are fed organic feed and raised without the routine use of drugs, such as antibiotics. Processed foods labeled "organic" also cannot contain Natural. A 2015 nationally representative Consumer Reports survey found that 62 percent of consumers seek out foods with the "natural'' label, and roughly as many of them think this term means no pesticides, no antibiotics and other attributes of organic foods. But it doesn't. There is little government regulation of this term. Consumer Reports has petitioned the FDA to ban it because it is so misleading. The agency called for public comments on the use of the word on labels, and is currently reviewing them. Meanwhile, manufacturers continue to use it. "Pasture Raised" vs. "Free Range" Pasture raised. This term alone on your egg carton does not have any meaning. Look for it in combination with the "American Humane Certified" or the "Certified Humane" seal. Together they mean that the hens must be outside every day and have lots of space to roam.. Free range. This claim on egg cartons implies that the hens get to move freely outdoors. But like "pasture raised ," the label has no meaning alone. Look for it in combination with the "American Humane Certified" seal to ensure that the hens have sufficient outdoor space to roam.. One hundred percent whole grain. A product with this label should contain exclusively whole grains and should have whole-wheat flour (or anotherwhole grain) listed as the first ingredient. Made with whole grains. This means a product mi&ht contain only a small amount of whole gram - the rest of the grains can be refined. "Low Sodium" vs. "Reduced Sodium" Low sodium. Because it guarantees no more than 140 mg of sodium per serving, a product with this term is the right choice for anyone trying to keep salt intake m check. Reduced sodium. For this designation, a product has to have at least 25 percent less sodium than the full-sodium version of the same product. It could still deliver a big sodium punch. "Sugar Free" vs . "Unsweetened'' Sugar free. Such a product contains less than 0.5 grams of sugar per serving - including naturally occurring fruit and milk sugars. But it can (and often does) contain artificial sweeteners. Unsweetened. No sugars - or artificial sweeteners - have been added to the product. Consumer Reports notes that it may stilf contain sugars that occur naturally. To learn more, visit ConsumerReports.org. STEPFATHER'S SEXIST REMARKS IRRITATE READER DEAR HARRIETTE:My stepfather has been making increasingly sexist him a good conversation, and I wish he didn't feel the pressure to keep comments whenever I visit him and (mostly) my mother. Now that they up constant conversation with me. Is there any way I can steer the have been married a few years, I believe he thinks it 's acceptable to let conversation toward silence, or is this just a fact of life? - Ix.nay the Small Talk his guard down and s-p,ewhis thoughts about how "women aren't really DEAR IXNAY THE SMALL TALK: The best way to get fit for the workplace.' I know it's a bunch of malarkey, but it still anP-ers me that my mother doesn't say anything to your barber to sto_p asking you questions is for you to start him. Shes been workin~ for over 30 years! Is it not my asking him quest.10ns. Come up with a list of a few basic SENSE& place to speak up? I feel like he says this to get a rise out of things that he typically likes to talk about. Then you start SENSITIVITY off the conversation by asking one of them. It could be me. - Ignoramus Stepfather, Cambridge, Massachusetts as simple as "How was your week?" Or you can ask about DEAR IGNORAMUS STEPFATHER: If your mother has yet to make a statement about her husband's behavior, some of the re~ulars who frequent the shop. You don't even have to listen attentively. A few grunts and "uhchances are, she doesn't plan to do so. That means it is huhs" should keep the conversation going. When he turns time for you to learn to ignore him. If you do not react the conversation to you, ease it back to him. You can say , to his comments, it is likely that he will eventually make "Oh yes, my family is fine. How is yours?" That gives him fewer of them in your presence. You may want to figure the opportunity to spend time talking about himself. You out ways to spend time with your mother outside the can also close your eyes and pretend to take a little nap house. Go on mother-daughter dates where the two of -- or just stop talking. It could be awkward for your barber you can enjoy each other without him in the room. In at first, but if you stop responding, eventually he will stop this way, you will be able to avoid interacting with your asking you questions. stepfather for the most part. DEAR HARRIETTE: I am. not a particularly talkative (Harriette Cole is a lifestylist and founder of person, and I am comfortable with silence. What I have DREAMLEAPERS, an initiative to help people access realized, though, is that I am atrocious at barbershop small talk. Wlien getting a trim every few weeks, my and activate their dreams. You can send questions to askharriette@harriettecole.com or cl o Andrews McMeel barber attempts to speak to me about anything from by Harriette Cole Syndication , 1130Walnut St., Kansas City, MO 64106.) sports to family. I'm far too private and awkward to give ~~ ~ ~-- = - ~-~---~-~-~m ~:..E.-___: SUNDAY REALESTATE CBP FOIA 005326 DHS-(CBP)-17-0435-K-000856 Page 5703 of 6020 Citizen071617 .pdf for Printed Item 550 ( Attachment 1 of 43) BC KEYSWID E CLASSIFIED THBKEY WESTCITIZEN ? SUNDAY, JULY 16, 2017 Full and Part Time in Key Largo, Tavernier, Marathon, Big Pine, and Stock Island $1000 recruitment bonus being paid to all nevvly hired employees for a limited timed ( conditions apply). We are looking for energetic, happy and enthusiastic employees who want to become part of our team. 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Sunday,July 16, 2017 COMMENTARY 1D SHUTTERING UP,PARTI Apologies from an imperfec t nester BYLESLIELINSLEY CitizenColumnist apologizefor not writing my column last Sunday.I was having an overload week; on a magazine assignment that involveda difficultphoto shoot, editing my next book, which has been a most annoying experience due to a change in editors, and writing a weeklycolumn for my local Nantucket paper.We are in the thick of the season with all its touristy problems experiencedin KeyWestin the winter and this has put me in a most cranky mood. Not a good space for writing an upbeat column. Friends often give me ideas for editorials (whereare you Mike M. when I need you?).Their suggestions are often controversial,which I don't do. I write about home style. But right now I have a confession to make. I'm a sham. I giveadvice that I can't possibly follow,and I do it with total confidence. I am routinely asked to include my house on the "House& Garden" tour, which I alwaysrefuse.They say things like,"Oh your house must be perfect." It is not. The advice I offer on the joy of nesting is what I wish for. In the book publishing business they refer to my kind of books as dream books, like armchair travel. Many of my readers have either the time to do it themselves or the means to hire others. I have neither and so I live in a state of constant frustration. If right now you are smugly thinking, "Myhouse looks great and I've got everythingunder control" then invite friends you haven't seen for a long time to spend the weekend.And then pretend you are the person who writes a home style column that all your friends, relatives and unknown persons follow religiously.Expectationsof how you livewill be way out of proportion to realityand you willfeel a heavy duty responsibilitynot to let them down. I lovemy home and I am always tweakingit. When I have friends to dinner I set a nice table and, as a fanatic about lighting,it looks lovely.Myfriends don't inspect my I Photosby BRIANBASHAM/The Citizen Aluminumroll-up shutters are permanently attached to a house on Key Haven, and can provide a 39 percent insurance discount for homeowners. The left shutter is in the downposition, while the right shutter is rolled up. Besides giving protection from hurricanes,the shutters help block the afternoon sun and keepcooling costsdown. KeyWestcan be greatly affected bythe weather BYBARBARA BOWERS CitizenColumnist Evenbeforeclimatechange was acknowledged by most governments worldwide,weather affected resort towns like KeyWest.My mom, for instance, expected the average 76 degree, sunny holiday in January 1986. Instead, she got a wet and cold 60-degree week so she simplycouldn'tunderstand whyI movedhere in 1988. Llttlewind or rain systems play Because it's been 12 years havoc with first impressions,and can determine if a visitorchooses since the Keys were last heavily to come back. But for those of us impacted, Moreland cautioned livingin the Keys,the real concern against complacency.He suggestis big storms: Hurricanes cause ed everyone keep handy http:// pause for thought and about this www.weather.gov/keysfor hourtime everyyear,safetyand how to ly updates during active weather protect our homes is top of mind. events, and he reminded homeRecently, Matt Moreland, the owners they can reviewhurricane meteorologist in charge of the preparedness at http:/ /www. National Weather Service facility ready.gov.This website's "to do" in KeyWest,wastalkinghurricanes list begins with household advice on Island106.9 FMsMondayafter- 36 hours ahead of a storm. Then noon "KeysRealEstateShow." between 18 and 36 hours, it encourageseveryoneto "Coverall windows,"and says, "permanent storm shutters offer the best protectionfor windows." If they are "best protection," permanent shutters are also easier to handle than boarding up "windowswith fifth-eighths-inch exteriorgrade or marine plywood panels," which the website suggestsas a second option. Puttingup panels of any kind is time consumingand inconvenient even when the hardware to hold them in place is alreadyin place. What'smore, plywood,whichmay be permanently attached in the form of Colonial (side-hinge)or Bahama (top-hinge) panel shutters, offers little by way of insurance discounts. "Plywoodis C rated and can get a homeownera 2 percentdiscount, while a class A-rated hurricane shutter can deliver a 39 percent discount," said Steve Hinchcliffe, owner of Hurricane Shutters of KeyWestsince 1998. "My business is shutters only, and primarily class A hurricane shuttersmade of aluminum,Lexan or fabricscreen,"he said. Akinto solidslikealuminumand Bahama-style shuttersare hinged at the top, like theseat 5 BrothersGroceryandSandwich Shop at the corner of South ard and Grinn ell streets. SeeLINSLEY , Page2D SeeHOMES,Page2D Botanists nameand renamethelong stalkedstopper botanical name corruption. Overthe years, botanists, CitizenColumnist who have a morbid delight t is appropriate that the in re-classifying plants, long stalked stopper is have planted in front of the given it WestMartelloFort as the Fort is a martello,a cor27 differruption of mortella,which ent genus means myrtle after the veg- or species etation where the fort was names. built in Corsica.The long Currently, stalked stopper is in the it is called MyrtleFamilyso it belongs Mosieralongpipes.Most of the widevariety of other in front of a martello.The MyrtleFamilyincludes names, end in longpipes. guava, allspice,cloves,and It is named after a Florida eucalyptus. botanist CharlesA. Mosier. It also has a history of The KeyWestGarden BYROBINROBIN SON I 336 Duval St., Key West 305-294-515 5 www.KeysRealEstate.com 725-ECAROLINE STREET ~ . a ,. (R) BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HomeServices Knight & Gardner Realty : - - ::. :: : :: Club has established a native garden in Pat Rogers Garden in front ofWest MartelloFort. (The State of Florida considers long stalked stopper threatened.) This mini-preservecontains the long stalked stopper as wellas other rare, endangered or threatened native plants. Manyof the hammocks where it once existedhave been destroyed.Property tax reliefis providedby the State of Floridato landowners who, in exchange, preserve forest fragments on private property (EEL - 2014) provided that they followan approved management plan. Pine rocklands and hardwood hammocks are the two areas to be preserved.Mostof them are between Miamiand Homestead. The graytrunks of this shrub are quite short, however,the branches are long and trailinglike long pipes. The wood is very hard with a specificgravityof .94. That is the measure of a wood's density compared to water. Water is 1.0.Balsawood has ROBINROBINSON/The Citizen See RO BINSON, Page2D Lon g stalked stopper is foundin front of the Garden Club. 155KEVHAVEN ROAD 1316VILLAMILLLANE PARADE OF HOMES , .. 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SUNDAY, Jm.x16, 2017 Terri Spottswood ---0){/~--THE HOME TEAM Spottswood Vazquez NewConstruction! Luxurious newhomeslocated 144o+sf,2-3BR/3BA,highend finishes, downtown, coveredparkingforyourcar,pool,lowinsurances& lowmaintenance! Handsomemixed-usebuildingw/1 1/2 bath & 1BR/1B A commercial unit down-stairs apartment upstairs,coveredoff-streetparkingin the rearof the building& tons of historiccharm. $749,000 Quietgatedcommunity on the AtlanticOcean, secondfromthe oceanw/gorgeous waterviews fromeverybalcony,custombuilt-incabinetsin both livingroom& mastersuite.2B0/2.SBA $945,000 $1,050,000 RE AL ES T AT E SERVICES KEYSHOMES & REAL ESTATE 305.587.3407 1205 Truman Ave., Key West, FL 33040 tsv@trumanandcompany.com Home ContinuedfromPage ID Excellentopportunityto ownthis 3BR/2.5BA home,conveniently locatedin OldTown andthe TurtleCoveCondominium Association. Newer constructionallowsforlowmaintenanc e. $789,000 Classic,elegant& remarkably luxurious Gulf-front home.SBR/3.SBA, impeccably built,impact everything,openwaterviews,RVgarage,4184sf, dock, a true stunner! $3,300,000 Lexan, classA hurricane fabricshutters are engineeredto withstand 180-mile-per-hour winds.Difference , though, is fabricshutters are lighter weight and can drape across your ann while standing on a ladder to put them up. This polypropylene or resin-coated hybrid fabric is removable,lookssomething like Kevlarand is wovento fit any size window or door. "It's a wind abutment system," said Andrew Flowers, of Flowers General Contracting."I workwith AstroGuardproducts, and the see-through Astroflex is its newest- an improvementif you're staying inside the home during a particularly bad hurricaneseason like2005." Photosby BRIANBASHAM/The Citizen Ifyou ownyour home outright, you don't The flexible fabric shutter fits over this OldTownwindow. have to have insurance,but mortgagelendPanel style shutters ers mandate insurances on homes. And if or permanently you expect to collectdamages from hurriattached Colonialcanes, insurance companies mandate prostyle shutterslike tection ofsome kindforwindowsand doors. ..- - --i these,if made of Doesn'tmatter if it's removeablepanels or plywoo d, can get permanently attached shutters; doesn't a 2 perce nt insurmatter what the shutter material is, or its ance discountfor homeowners. rating. The cost and benefit to the homeowner varies accordingto the product, of course, and according to the convenienceof, say, motorizedroll-up and-downshutters. There's a good range of choices, unless you live in the historic district, where shuttering up is more limited. The Historic Architectural ReviewCommission prefers wood-louver shutters that reflect the past. But the commission sanctions removable BarbaraBowers is a Key West Realtor be featured in the KeysHomes section, panelshutters made ofalmostany material; and host of a radio talk show about send an email to barbara@bbowers. permanently attached shutters are another owning and maintaining property in com. Homes listed for sale may not be matter.So:Moreon this next week. the Florida Keys. To suggest a home to considered. - - --i -- --1 Thisbeautifull y renovatedhome is locatedin the prestigious CasaMarinaneighborhood and is the epitome of islandlivingat its finest 3BR/3.5B A in an XZone. $1,599,000 1500 Atlant ic Blvd. #3 10 Opportunity now! Direct ocean views from this 3rd floor Beach Club Condo. Create your own vision of island living at this 1531 SF unit that is rurrently a blank canvas or use the beautiful existing plans (2BR/2BA)with permits ready to go. Two historic homes joined together in the heart of Old Town.Cook's kitchen and dining room open to outdoor living and dining area, pool and spa.Two bedrooms with baths in onewing , two master bed rooms with sining rooms in the other. Hardwood floors and lots of Dade County pine. TEAMKAUFELT I LYNN 305 .923 .4276 JACKSON 305 .393.1 267 t eamkaufelt@trumanan dcompany .com Truman & Co. Real Estate Services 1205 Truman Avenue, Key West Robinson ContinuedfromPage1D a specificgravityof .2.The closegrained, reddish brown wood has not been studied for its characteristics, but it is definitelyhard. It grows at a moderate rate to six-feet in height and is wider than it is tall. A gardener might consider planting the shrub around the outer edges of a yard because deer do not like it. The low branches make it a barrier shrub and groundcover. It does growwellin pine rocklandsor hammocks found in BigPine Key. Althoughit is classifiedas native, it was never found growingin Key West, but still, it likesour sandy, well-drainedsoil, and can survive a drought. Strongsalt winds burn its leaves and it will not do wellif its roots are wet for a long period of time. It also growsin Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Bahamas, Mexico, Guatemala and Brazil. Linsley ContinuedfromPage1D 1118 pearl st $1, 175 ,000 Historic Old Town cottage with a seamless modern addition. Stunning 3BR,2BA opening to a large rear yard with pool and sundeck. Off-street parking. 833 elizabeth st $996 ,000 Solares Hill Duplex. Spacious rental units: 2BR/2BA down , 3BR/2BA up. Both have high ceilings, large rooms and porches. Off-street pa rking for one car. roger emmons 305.304.7446 / 305.292 .2244 ext.105 www.rogeremmons.com Truman & CO.Real Estate Services, 1205 Truman Avenue. Key West. FL 33040 510791 baseboards to see if the paint is less than perfect.When I point out a worn spot on the wooden floor, my son-in-law says, "I could walk over this floor for ten years and never notice. " Mostpeople are this way. But, guests are coming in August and I am lookingat the imperfection in my house. Suddenly the small burn in my kitchen counter top lookslike a giant pimple on the end of my nose. Why haven't we found a solution for fixingthat? Because,finding a solution to the problem, which probably involves a new kitchen counter, is harder than ignoringit. Untilyou can't! It's like a mattress.Youturn it. Youflip it. It's fine until that moment when it isn't and it's time for a new one. Myhusband thinks I'm exaggerating about the state of affairsin our house. "Lookat the big picture," he says. "The house is great." I try his approach and then buy new bedding because that's what I tell The striking,green leaves are ovatewith sharp pointed tips and are approximatelyone-inch long. They growopposite each other on the drooping stems.The mid-rib on the bottom of the leafis reddish. Newgrowth is reddish as well. The shrub is coveredin small, showywhite flowerswith numerous white stamens year round. They turn into pea-sized fruit, which turns red and then purplish-black.The fruit contains numerous seeds. Longstalked stopper attracts the three Bs:bees, butterfliesand birds. ROB INROBINSON/The Citizen NOTES The Key WestGarden Club welcomes volunteers to workon the historic fort, pull weeds, propagate plants and play in the sandy soil at WestMartelloTowerfrom 9 a.m. to noon on Mondays. Flowersare small, but showy. people to do when they're having guests. In my defense, I do keep up with home trends so I can advise those who not only care about what is current and what is passe. So I was taken aback last year when I received an iriate email. It was from a male reader concerning my Mother's Day column about making simple frames for photos to send to grandparents, Usually enails from readers are complimentary and I appreciate their time to let me know they enjoyed something I wrote. But this person was compelled to tell me that I had personally offended him with my writing,which he called "drivel," He felt I somehow owed him the two "wasted" minutes of his Sunday that he had spent reading the column. I responded with a polite email that took me exactly two minutes to compose, so he would at least feel I'd returned his time in kind, but did not apologize for having disappointed him. I assumed he got more than his 50 cents worth from The Citizen as I have to assume there was some redeeming reading matter worth his time. I was surprised to find that even writing about a subject as harmless as crafting a frame for Grandma can offend some people and so, by comparison, having baseboards that scream for a paint job might actually offend, or, at the very least, disappoint those guests who have come to think of me as the one person who has a perfect nest. Does this mean I'll spend the next month painting and redoing my kitchen counter? I want to say,"I doubt it'', but I'm not sure. I know one thing however, I will have cut flowersand candles on every table to distract them from my imperfect reality. ed withPrincetonFeatures . Her l>ooks "Plantsof Paradise "and award-winning "Roots,Rocksand Rain:NativeIreesof theFlorida Keys,"canbefound at theGarden Club.Thiscolumnis partof a series KeyWestMasterGardenerRobin developedby theKeyWestGarden Robinsonwasa columnistfor the Club.Forinformationvisitwww. ChicagoDailyNewsand syndicat- keywestgardenclub.com. 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DHS has also located and sent 46 pages to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for review and direct response and sent 11 pages to other agencies for consultation. The 144 pages for release are bates stamped DHS-001-1344-000305 to DHS-001-1344-000448. If you have any questions regarding this release, please contact Assistant U.S. Attorney Denise M. Clark, United States Attorney's Office, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, by email at Denise.Clark@usdoj.gov or phone at (202) 252-6605. Sincerely, Bradley E. White Senior Director, Litigation, Appeals, and Policy Enclosure: 144 pages FOR: Or"fltCtAL U5E ONL \ MEETING WITH SENATOR SHERROD BROWN (D-OH) May 23, 2017 Objec tive: o You will speak with Senator Brown at his request. He is the Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing , and Urban Affairs Committee . Senator Brown wo uld like to discuss the implementation of the Executive Orders , specifically enforcement priorities and expansion of detention facilities along the Southwest Border. o You will be staffed by Ben Cassidy, Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs .. A full list of participants is below. Background: o Reaction to Executive Order: Senator Brown issued the following srarement on January 27, 2017: "Keeping America safe must be our top prior ity, and we do that by aggressive ly going after terro rism wherever it ex ists , not by turning our backs on children and families just like oms , whose only goal is to escape vio lence and persecution. We must con tinue to use every tool at our ctisposal to make sure our screening system is tough and effective, and I have and will continue to support meaningful efforts to ensure our vetting process works to keep ten-orists out. But targeting women, ch ildren and families who are fleeing the very same terrorists we are fighting against is wrong , will not make America safer, and may actua lly undermine our long-term security.' ' o Removals: Concemed that security condition s are taken into account when evaluating the mam1er in wh ich mi grants are deported to mitigate um1ecessary risks . Discussion Points: b)<5 1 Participants: John F. Ke lly, Secretary of Homeland Secu rity Ben Cassidy , Ass istant Secretary for Legislative Affair s Senator Brown Attachments: A. 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Thanks to ~b)(6) for pu lling all of this together today . We think that Mr. McA leenan did a great job today! I Overview On October 24, 20 17 Kevin McA leenan appeared before the Senate Finance Conunittee for hi s nomination bearing. Mr. McAleenan received a warm welcome from a fellow Hawaiian , Senato r Mazie Hiron o. Chai rman On-in Hatch initiated the quest ion ing with some required questions about conflict of interest or any reason why Mr . McA leenan cou ld not perform hi s duties. As the hearing progresse d, the Senators focused thei r questions on a variety of issues includin g enforcemen t oflntellectual Property Rights, Synthetic Opioid smuggling , and Forced Labor enfo rcement. The issue of Force Labor enfo rcemen t was a majo r issue fo r Senator Wyden , who stated that he will not suppo 11 any additional Trade nominees unti l this admin istration enforce s federal law. Senator DHS-001-1344-000313 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000009 Wyden did express his support for Mr. McAlecnan, but he has demande d that this admin istratio n enforce federa l law by issuing and enforc ing W ithhold Release Orders under 19 USC 1307 (Tariff Act of J 930) . At the close of this nomination hear ing, Chairman Hatch stated that Mr. McA leenao provided substantive answe rs and was one of the best nom inees that he has seen before the Finance Con un ittee. Introduction /Opening Statements Senator Mazie Hiron o introduced Nominee McAleenan and showed her support for the fellow Hawaiian. Sena tor Hatch thanked him for appearing. Mr. McAleenan provided his introductory statement which sta11ed with an introduction of hi s wife and children. He was raised in a family of public servants, his father was in the army, his mother wo rked at the un iversi ty level , and he has a yo ung er brother looking to go into law enforcement. Chaim1an Hatch Are you aware of any con.flict of interest that would prevent you from carrying ou t yo ur duties? A : No. l s the re anything you know of that would prevent you from serving successfu lly? A:No. Do you agree to obey a summon s issued by the U.S. Senate? A: Yes . Will you provide a prompt response to any Senator or member of Congress? A: Yes. What are your views of IPR enfo rceme nt? A: There has been an increase in express consignments. CBP is wo rkin g on a regulation to increa se advanced electronic data from foreign partners. What is the status of the CBP program Automa ted Comme rcial Environment (ACE)? A : CBP is nearing the finish line of the implementation of ACE . In the 7th of 7 deployments. December will be the final deplo yment. Will CBP cont inue to faci litate trade while keeping Ame rica safe? DHS-001-1344-000314 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000010 Yes. CBP has matured a lot and will continue in the years ahead. CBP will continue app ly ing intelligence and security to exped ite trade while keeping America safe . Senator Wyden What regulations is CBP looking at to prevent slave labor? A : The CBP Trade Remedy Law Enforcement Director is looking into forced labor. Applying all effective enforcement tools. An example is with North Korean seafood providers. Numerous shipments have been place on hold to identify if forced labor was involved in the supply chain. What is CBP doing to Wa1Tantless device searches? A: CBP is using its border search authority in a judicious way and within policy. This affects very few travelers. Cited major accomplishments from Enforce Act Senato r Grassley : 605 Customs Act of 2015. Accounting of all funds dispersed? A: 47.2 million. 11.2 million Related to Section 605. CBP realized not interpreting 605 correctly, reva luated illegal interpretation. Went back and looked at all payments for reimbursement of interest which should be accomplished by mid spring . What steps to close loop hole in regard to exit data at land port of entry? A : Sound progress at ports . Won't forget land border. Info exchange with Canada and Mexico is very important. Explain procedures, p ushing technology . Biometrics of pedestrians. Outbound doesn't have the infrastructure as inbound. Does the Biometric pi lot program app ly to multiple land border entries? A : Acquisition oversight, CBP will collaborate with DHS Borkowski. Biometric and identity management. Senator Stabenow Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron - 3rd busiest Port . What are the plans for the customs plaza at Blue Water Bridge? A: CBP has a rigorous prioritization process. Commit to working with you, annual report with 0MB showing priorities. Commitment for Gordy Howe Bridge? A: Ensure CBP has the correct amount of Officers, tech, and support to open in a timely manner. Will you commit to cracking down on counterfeit goods? A: CBP will use its partnership with industry to enforce seizures of counterfeit goods. Senator Enzi Wyoming is the 6th largest state with the lowest population. Wyoming does have an international airport. CBP has provided conflicting information abo ut the status of the designation of the Foreign Trade Zone for this airport. DHS-001-1344-000315 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000011 A: Foreign trade zones are a critical part of an international airport. CBP will provide you the status of the FTZ at this airport. Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duties. Will Sugar Suspension Agreements be a priority for CBP ? A: Yes. Senator Cornyn Combination of secur ity and trade. They go together. Keep legitimate trade and travel moving while also keeping it secure. Smart Border Bill. Can you provide your per spective on secur ity and trade/travel? A: Secure trade and travel are critical to a functioning border. We need to continue to improve security between the ports of entry. We need to maintain our good relationship with Mexican Customs. Shared informati on is critical to that relations hip. CBP is continually trying to improve the wait times for border crossers. Referenced a GAO report. Senator Isakson Savannah is one of the largest po1ts and continues to grow. What plans does CBP have to increase personnel at the Port of Savannah? A: CBP is monitoring the growth of the Port of Savannah to determine staffing models. Automation, trusted traders, and continue to use new ways to improve the movement of trade. Will CBP increase personnel at Atlanta airport? A: Yes CBP will use models to determine the correct manpower for Atlanta Airport while also using technology. Automated passport contro l kiosks and the use of biometrics are increasing CBPs efficiency. Senator Cantwell What are your thoughts on Pre-clearance , funding, gap in personnel, and what is your under standing of racial profiling at our borders? A: Pre-clearance is the most efficient way to move passengers through. Dublin and Abu Dhabi have shown large increase and efficiency in clearing passengers. Seaport staffing is critical and an area where there has been sustained innovation. 98% of containers are cleared before. arrival at U.S. ports. Radiation portals have gotten better , with less false positives. Racial profiling is against the law and prohibited by policy. Religious questioning may be approp riate during entry. Senator Cassidy Enforcement of the Jones Act. What are your thoughts? A: Yes. Earlier this yea r there has been a change to the Jones Act. The decision was made at the Secretary's level. Congress passed a law. Jones Act situation s. 3 get backs. DHS-001-1344-000316 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000012 Border cross ings are beginning to increase again. Why? A : The initial drop was due to very clear messaging by the admin istra tion. Why has it increa sed again? A : There is a .. .. No answer. Vietnam is primary exported of seafood to the US. When does CBP issue fines against bad actors? If 5% is bad, shouldn't you seize the entire shipment ? A : Apply the maximum enforcement effort. Bad actors consistently sending tainted produ cts are targeted. Senator Bennet Interdict Act would prov ide CBP more ability to screen packages. A : Technology is essential to thwart opioid crisis. It is a priority. Force labor imports. Will you commi t to using WRO s [Withhold Release Order] to blocking imports associated from force labor? A : Yes. CBP will use every resource to go after forced labor supply chains . 6 shipments on hold of North Korean shipment s. Will you comm it to issuing WROs? A : Yes. Senator Portman Dru g epidemi c. Synthetics are the number one cause of overdose drug deaths in Ohio. Finding fentanyl in other drugs such as cocaine and marijuana. Advanced electronic data. Fentanyl comes almost exclusively through the mail from China. Post office has pushed back on the Stop Act. A : I share your concern of the scourge of fentany l. Advance electron ic data, 44 percent of mail from countries that are provid ing data. A: CBP will continue to collaborate with the Postal Service. Do you suppo1t the Stop Act? A : I support the goals of the Stop Act. Senator Wyden Why is thi s admini stration ignoring federa l law? (Comment seemed to spec ifically be about ava ilability/provi sion of doc uments regard ing forced labor and/or WROs, as required by law.) He will not support any additiona l trade nominees until this admin istration enforces federal law. Senator Hatch One of the best witnesses I' ve seen that have come befor e this committee. Submit any wr itten quest ions for the record by Oct 27. This hearing is adjourned. DHS-001-1344-000317 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000013 Corbin, SusanWb\/ 6 ) ltb l/ 6 \ "Cassidy, Ben Kb)(6 ) l/b l/ 6 \ Recipient : "Wonnenberg, David ~..," ""' ll b) /6 ) "Corbin, Susan lfuY Jones Act situatio ns. 3 get backs . Border crossings are beginning to increase again. Why ? A; Th e initial drop was due to very clear messaging by the administration. W hy ba s it increase d agai n? A: Th ere is a .... No anwer. Vie tnam is primar y exported of seafood to the US. When does CBP issue fmes against bad acto rs? If 5% is bad , shouldn ' t you seize the entir e shipment ? c ts are A: Appl y the maximum enfor cement effo rt. Bad actors consistent ly sending tain.ted prod1.1 targeted.. Senator Bennet Int erdict Act wo uld. provid e CBP more ability to scree n packa ges. A: Technology is essen tial to thwart opioid crisis . It is a pr iority. Force labo r imp orts. Will yo u co mmit to using WROs [Withhold Release Order] to blocking imports associa ted from force labor ? A: Yes. CBP wi ll use every resource to go after force d labo r supply cha ins. 6 shipments on hold of North Korean shipm ents. Will yo u commit to issuing WR.Os? A: Yes. Senator Portman Drug ep idemic. Synt hetic s are the numb er one cause of overdose dru g deaths in Ohio. Findin g fentan yl in other dmg s such as cocaine and marijuana. Advanced electroni c data. Fentan yl comes almo st exclusively throu gh the mail from Chi na. Post office has pushed back on th e Stop Act. A: I share your co ncern of the sco ur ge offentanyl. Advance electro nic data , 44 percent of mail from countries that are prov idin g da ta. A: CB P will continu e to co llabora te with the Postal Servi'ce. Do you suppo rt the Stop Act? A: I suppo rt the goals of th e Stop Act. Senator Wyden Why is this administration ignor ing federa1 law? (Conunent seemed to specijically be about availabil ity/provision of documeh ts regarding forced labor and/or WROs, as required by law.) H e wiU not support any additional trade nominee s until thi s admini strat ion enforce s feder al law . Senator Hatch On e of the best wit nesses I've seen that h ave co me before this co mmitt ee . Submit any written question s for the reco rd by Oct 27. Th is hearin g is adjmm1ed. 4 FQP OFP:ICIAL USE ONLY DHS-001-1344-000322 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000018 Page 019 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act DHS-001-1344-000323 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000019 Page 020 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000324 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000020 Page 02 1 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000325 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000021 Page 022 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act DHS-001-1344-000326 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000022 Page 023 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act DHS-001-1344-000327 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000023 From I Cassidy, Ben ji b )16 \ (b)(6) 1 I Toi I Subj ect : FW: Message from Secretary Kelly on Celebrating 14 Years of Keeping America Safe Date : 2017/03/01 09:24 :28 Priority : Normal Type: Note. Happy Birthday, OHS! Fro m: Office of the Secretary Sent: Wednesday, March 1, 2017 9:05 AM Subject : Message from Secretary Kelly on Celebrating 14 Years of Keeping America Safe II =><= I March I, 2017 Celebrati ng 14 Years of Keeping America Safe On this day , fourteen years ago, the Depa:itment of Homeland Security officially opened its doors , marking a new beginning in protecting America. The attacks of 9/11 taught us we needed to rethink our approach to national security; homeland security must be a top prio1ity. By bringing toge the r 22 agencies and offices into a single Depaittnent , we created a team of professionals and entities who cou Id more closely unify our effor ts to protect the American people and our Nation. We have seen many changes over the past fou1teen years, both in the world and in DHS . We have grown more unified and have integrated o ur many law enforcement, sec urity , and cotmterten-orism capabilities. Much has been accomplished in the first fourteen yea rs. We will do much more in the years ahead , especially b y focusing on our mission , enforcing the law, and investing in our workforce. The constant throu gh the se dynamic and cha llenging times has been the people who make up our Department. You have remained stea dfast and faithful to your unique duties and to our common oath of office. I thank each of you for yo ur professionalism and the hard work you bring every day to your impo1tant jobs. To those of you who have been part of our DHS family since March 1, 2003 - thank you for choosing a life of public serv ice , and for helping build DHS from its very foundation. To tho se of you who hav e joined us since or very recently - and I count my self among the ranks of recent arrivals - we have joined a proud and principled organi zation. As we DHS-001-1344-000328 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000024 celebra te our birthday , let us contin ue to protect the Amer ican people, our homeland, and o ur values with honor and integr ity. Sincere ly, John F. Kelly Secretary of Ho meland Securi ty With honot and integrity, we will safeguard the American people, our homeland, and our values. Sender: Cassidv.Ben Vb1f6 '1 (b)(6) I I I Recipient: Sent Date: 2017/03/01 09;24;26 Delivered Date: 2017/03/01 09;24;28 DHS-001-1344-000329 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000025 From : To: I Cis.sna,Tiffany l(b )(6 1 I (b)(6 l "Cassidy,Benl(b l(6 ) I I Q/b 1/6l Subj ect: RE: DHSNomineesPending Date: 2017/08/0116:41:10 Priority : Normal Type: Note Thanks! From: Cassidy , Ben Sent : Tuesday , August 1, 2017 4:27 PM To: Cissna , Tiffany 1..... ~b _1( _s ,________ Subject : FW : DHS Nominees Pending _. AB promised. Thx. -----------------A/S for Legislative Affairs Department of Homeland Security From : Cassidy,Ben Sent : Tuesday, August 01, 2017 12:58:37 PM To: Wolf, Chad; Neumann, Elizabeth Cc: Cassidy,Ben; Wonnenberg, David Subject: DHS NomineesPending Chad , Elizabeth - U,i16 _.1___ ~ 2 f OR OPr'tCfAL USe O~ll Y DHS-001-1344-000371 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000067 FOROFFICtkL USE 0:NLY Attachment A Senator John Hoeven (R-ND) Jolm Hoeven is a fom1er bank CEO and decade-long governor who's won five statewide elections as North Dakota's most politically dominant officeholder. Like most Republicans , Hoeven says more contro l and flexibility should be given to local and state governments rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all federal approach to domestic policies. Hoeven has been a loya l Republican on most issues but has broken from his party on some occasions. He was among 14 Republican senators who voted in favo r of a comprehensive inunigration bill in the Senate in 2013. Hoeven was more muted than some Republican colleagues in his criticism of the Obama ' s executive actions on immigration to permit millions of undocumented immigrants to remain in the country. He leaned on a national sec urity platform, suggesting that the right approach toward overhauling the nation's immigration laws is for the president to work with Congress by "making sure we control our border. Americans want to know that the border is secure and our laws are enforced." Hoeven has been supporti ve of Trump, vot ing to confi rm his Cabinet nominees and speak ing in favor of his executive order to suspend refugee admissions from seven Muslim-majority countries as a reasonable approach to " keeping America safe ." Committee Assignments: Ind ian Affairs; Agriculture , N utTition , and Forestry; Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs; Energy and Natura l Resources; Appropriations 3 - f8R OEE!CIAL USE ONLY DHS-001-1344-000372 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000068 FOR OFFIC!Ar.J !SE ONLY A ttachment B Sponsored / Cosponsored Legislation , 115 th Co ngress - DHS Related Cosponsor ed S. 87: Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act, to ensure that State and local law enforceme nt may cooperate with Federal offic ials to protect our conumm ities from violent criminals and suspected terrorists who are illegally present in the United States. o DHS is genera lly supp ortive of efforts to ensure cities comply ICE detainer requests. S. 1693 : Stop Enablin g Sex Traffickers Act of 2017, to amend the Commu nications Act of 1934 to clarify that sectjon 230 of that Act does not prohibi t the enforcem ent agai nst providers and users of interac tive comput er services of Federal and State criminal and civil law relating to sex trafficking. o OHS supports the concept. S. 372: STOP Act of 2017, to amend the T ariff Act of 1930 to ensure that merchandise arriving through the mail shall be subjec t to review by U.S. Customs and Border .Protection and to require the prov ision of advance electronic infonn ation on shipments of ma il to U.S. Customs and Border Pro tection and for other purposes . o OHS is genera lly supp ort ive. 4 FOR OFFICIAi YSl2 ONLY DHS-001-1344-000373 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000069 r'OR Of r"tCtAL us~ ONLY Attac hm ent C FEMA BRIEFING POINTS: HURRICANE MARIA October 18, 1017 as of9:30 a.111.East em Key Messages ib )(S) Pow er & Generators o o ******* U.S. Army Corps of Enginee rs (USACE) temporary powe r respon se teams have been on the grmm d since before the storm and con tinue to assess powe r needs and install generators at critical facilities. As of Oct. 17, USACE installed 113 generators at critica l facilities in Puerto Rico, powe ring critical infr astructur e includin g hospital s and shelters, and completed 359 ge nerator assess ments . As of Oct. 17, USA CE instal led 74 generator s in U.S. Virgin Isla nds, and co mpleted 2 10 generator assessments . With the unifi ed efforts from the Department of Ene rgy, the USACE , Pu e1io Rico Electric Power A uthority, and the private sector , an est imated 17 percent of custom ers have had pow er restored in Pue110 Rico. These teams with other federal partners continue op erations to restore the power grid. For the U.S. Virg in Islands , pow er ha s been restored to 23 percent of custom ers in St. Tho mas and 17 p ercent of customers in St. Croix. Puerto Rico Power Grid Repair (b1(51 o Puerto Rico has 2,400 mi les of tran smissio n lines across the island, and 30,000 mil es of distribution Jjnes with 300 sub-stations, it is esti mat ed that 80 percent of th e giid have been affected. Already in Puerto Rico, mo re generators ha ve bee n insta lled than in Texas (Harvey) and Florida (Inn a) combined. Hospit<1/s and Me,lical 5 FOR O.FFILIK.LUSE Q~n Y DHS-001-1344-000374 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000070 o o o FOR Of:FfCtAL U5E ONLY The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is supporting medical needs in Puerto Rico by assist ing Cen tro Medico eme rgency and trauma center ; augmenting hospitals in key locations ; and maintaining contact with all remaining island hospitals to address supply and fuel needs . Twenty-three HHS medical teams are stationed across Puerto Rico to support local medical facilities , medical shelters, and field medical stations. Pu erto Rico Departm ent of Healtb , supported by HSS , bas identified a strategy for hospital patients in case a hospit al loses power. The USNS Comfort is providing suppor t to medical providers and patients throughout Puerto Rioo. Communications o In the U.S. Virgin Islands, an estimated 44 percent of cell service has been restored; and in Pu erto Rico , more than 25 percent* of island cell service is restored , covering 74 percent of the population. Due to additional equipment and "roam ing agreements ," 59 percent of population has access to wired or wireless telecommunication services. o Mayors of all 78 municipalities have satellite phones to facilitate communication with Puerto Rico Emergency Management Agency and the federal govern men t. Outre,ich to Communities DSA T and Facebook o Disaster Survivor Assistance Teams are on the ground in the U.S. Virgin Island s and Puerto Rico focused on key priori ties of needs assessments for vulnerab le population s; requests for disability related accommoda tions ; and refenal s to partn ers offering additional survivor services. In Puerto Rico and USVl teams are accepting on-site registrations, in some locations. o Virgin Islanders can visit www.faceboo k.com/FEMAUSVirginlslands and Pue1to Ricans can vis1t ww,v.facebook.com/FEMAPuertoRico to find infonn ation on federal response and recovery activities , location-specific updates, helpful links, and photograph s and videos of the united effort to help the islands recover from hurri canes [rma and Maria. Business Resumption a11dlndustly Engagement o FEMA in partnership with DH S Office of Infrastru cture Protection is committed to enabling the restm1ption of business. In a first for FEMA and Government of Puerto Rico, the Puerto Rico Business Emergency Operations Center (PR BEOC) was launched in the midst of response for a coordinated, collaborative effort as the whole community is activated to help Puert o Rico. o The PR BEOC is modeled after the National Business Emergency Operations Center (NBEOC) whic h has been activated for more than 50 days. The PR BEOC continues coordi11ationacross different sectors and indushie s of the econo my to look for alternati ves and solution s for a return to no,malcy. This initiativ e brings together represe ntatives of health, construction, goods and services, pha1n1aceuticals, tourism, manufacturing , food industry , wholesalers and retailers and telecommunications , among others. Outreach to Pue1to Rica11Mayors 6 FOR OPr'tCiAL USE 0~1LY DHS-001-1344-000375 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000071 FOR OFFICIAL USE OWLY Schools o Although it wi ll be some time before communi ties truly recover , schoo ls are opening and serving as feeding sites for their co m1t1unities . The Puerto Rico Department of Ed ucat ion (PRDE) is managing fixed feeding sites at school location s, whi ch provide breakfast and lunch for students and smvivors seven days a wee k at select schools. milestone has been achieved in the recovery effort, the U.S . Virgin Islands, has reopened o An i111p011ant seven schoo ls in St. Th omas. Ten more schools are expected to reopen in St. Th omas, St. John and St. Croix soon. Commodity Distribution o FEMA and federa l partners provided million s of meals and millions of liters of wate r to Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands. Additiona l meals and wa ter continue to an-ive to the islands regu larly via air and sea. o Puerto Rico establi shed 10 regiona l staging aJeas serving all 78 Munici palities; the Nationa l GQard and federa l p artners are suppo rting delivery of suppli es to these locat ions and to point s of distributi on. In some cases, FEMA delivers comm odities directly to 34 Mtmicipal ities through air drops. o Salvat ion A 1my, Feed ing Ame rica, the American Red Cross, and other voluntary agenc ies continu e to deliver food and wate r, and distribute meals acro ss the island through shelters and senior centers. Disaster Fra ud bll 51 FEMA BRIEFING POINTS ON CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES October 18, 2017, 9:30 a.m. Eastern /b ti 5 ! o There are numerous large fires burni ng more than 192,000 actes of state and private land , in part s of northe rn Ca lifornia. Evac uations remain in effect in some areas. o Federal agency representatives are working to support federal and state requirement s at the state operations center in Sacramento. Repr esentat ives from the Depaitmen t of Transp011ation, Environmenta l Protect ion Agency, Department of Health and Hum an Serv ices, Department of Ag riculture, Depa1tment of Defense, General Services Adm inistration , U .S. Anny Corps of E ngineers, Departmen t of Energy, U.S. Small Busin ess Administra tion, Department oflnter ior, Bureau of Indian Affai rs, and the American R ed Cross are deployed . o b) (5 1 7 F()R QEE1C!41 TJS.eO~JLY DHS-001-1344-000376 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000072 o rOR OFFICIAL USE OJ>~LY The major disaster declaration for California wi ldfu-es includes Individual Ass istance for Butte , Lake, Mendocino , Sonoma, Napa, Nevada, Orange and Y uba co unti es. Federal funding available to individuals in declared counties can include grants for temporary housing and home repai rs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses , and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster. Individuals and business owners who sustained losses in the designated area s can apply for ass istance by registerin g online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by callin g 1-800-621FEMA (3362). Disaster assistance applicants, who have a speech disability or bearing loss and use TTY, should call 1-800-462-7585 directly; for thos e who use 71 1 or Video Rela y Service (YRS) , ca ll 1800-621-3362. The toll-free telephone number s w ill operate from 7 a.m . to 10 p.m. PDT , seven days a week until fwther notice. o The major disaster declaration for the State of Ca lifornia includes federal ass istance to supplement state , tribal and local efforts for emergency work in Butte, Lake , Mendoc ino, Napa, Nevada , Orange , Solano, Sonoma , and Yuba counties. Federal assistance is avai labl e to the state, triba l and eligib le local government and certain nonprofit organizations , on a cost -share basis , for debris remova l and eme rgency protective mea sures, including direct federal assistance . The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program is ava ilab le statew ide. o There are six Loca l Assistance Centers (LACs) or Disa ster Recovery Cen ters open in the affected area. New faci litie s open today in Butte , Sonoma and Yuba count ies . FEMA sup ports the LACs and Disaster Recovery Center with staff and resources. o l11e Anierican Red Cross's Safe and Well program is available for survivors to let family members know they are safe and for family members to search fo r loved ones. Preparedn ess and Safety Tips o The State ofCalifomia's Office of Emergency Services webs ite is a resource with links to fire information, air quality infom1at ion , up dates on evac uation centers and shelter s, including shelters for an imals and pets , volunteer opportunit ies and donations needs. o R esidents are reminded to continue to monitor local radio or TV stations for updates emergency information , and fo llow the instructions of state, local and tdba l officials . o Always check with loca l offic ials before attempting to retmn to you home . Use caution when entering burned areas as hazard s may still exist, including bot spots, which can flare up without warning. Contact 911 if any danger is perceived. o As soon as safe , individuals affected by the ftres can contact their home and auto insurance agent or company. Survivors can document damage by taking ph otos and keep ing receipts. 8 FOROF.FtCiAL USB 0:t>llY DHS-001-1344-000377 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000073 Page 074 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act DHS-001-1344-000378 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000074 Page 075 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(5) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000379 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000075 I r,.<<<{6 1 Ben Cassidy j(b)t5 1 From:!tb1r61 I Sent: Monday, April 03, 2017 2:32:02 PM To: Cassidy, Ben Cc: Hoffman, Jonathan Subject: Help with Murtha remarks Hi Ben, DHS-001-1344-000381 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000077 Plea se let me know how best I can help you pu t together remark s for the Johnstown ev ent on Thur sday . If yo u have a few min utes on your calenda r thi s afternoon , I'd be g lad to meet with you. Thank you , lfb)(6 ) !th l/ fi l r Speechwriter Department of Homeland Security )(6 ) Sender: I Cassidy, Ben i(b)(6 ) (b )(6 ) "Hoffman Jonathanl(b )(6 l b )(6 ) Recipient : "Corbin, Susan~b )(6 ) b )(6 ) I I Sent Date: 20 17/04/0 4 08 :17:44 Delivered Date: 2017/ 04/04 08 :17:45 DHS-001-1344-000382 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000078 From: I Cassidy, Berj (b )(6 ) (b )i 6 ) ~ I "Wolf , Chad ~ b l<6 ) Vh11i; 1 To: "Neumann Elizabeth J.bl/ 6 \ (b )(6 ) I I I Subject : RE: OHSNominees Pending Date : 2017/08/02 09 :52:38 Priority: Normal Type: Note Just wanted to put this reque st on the radar again. The WH packag e of requested nom s coming together. Would ask for your help in making sure we have top level push on our four DHS noms. Thx again! Ben Cassidy As sistant Secy for Legis lative Affairs Depar tment of Homeland Security From : Cassidy , Ben Sent: Tuesday, Au ust l, 2017 12:59 PM To: Wo lf Chad b)(6) . Neumann , Elizabeth b)(6) Cc: Cassidy, Ben j (b)i 6 ) j; Wom1enberg, David ~b )16 ) Subject : DHS Nominees Pend ing Chad , Elizabeth -l1b \(S\ I (b )(S) ? Please in.elude pending DHS nominees (TSA , U/ S Management, USC IS and USIA) as a priority for Senate floor pa ssage prior to recess. ? Each norninee con tribute s to keepin g Ameri ca safe. ? Each nominee is crit ica l to the ability of DHS to exec ute its mission to include - aviation security , immigration policy enfo rcemen t, operational intelligence support and strong , capable department management. DHS-001-1344-000383 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000079 ? Each nominee bas garnered strong , bi-partisan supp ort from our c01nm.ittees of juri sdiction. Th anks very much , Ben From: Ca ssidy, B en Sent: Wed nesday , July 26, 2017 I 0:36 AM To: Hawkins, Tom (McConnell) -9 = (b=1(= 6=======================~ 1 Sub_ject:DH S Nominees Pendjng Tom - thanks fo r your t ime yester day . DHS ha s four high prior ity nominee s on the Execut ive Ca lendar - T SA, Citizen &Immi gration Services , Intelligen ce and Managemen t - all very critical to carr ying out our mi ssion here . Thank you for any assista nce yo u mi ght pro vide in moving the se forward to Senate confirma tion prior to rece ss . Thank s aga in! Ben I. Director , U.S. CWzensbip and Immigra tion Services (USCIS): Lee Francis Ciss.na - Cale ndar N um ber # 119 Reported by SJC Chairman Grassley June 15, 2017 2. Undersecretary for Management: Claire M. Grad y - Calenda r Number # 163, Reported by HSGAC Chairman Johnson July 11, 2017 3. Undersecretary Intelligence and Analysis : David James Glawe- Calendar Number # 165 Repmt ed by SSCI Chairman Burr July 11, 2017 4. Assistant Secretary for Transportation Security Administration (TSA): David P. Pekoskc- Calendar Number #1 77, Reported by Commerce, Science &Transportation Chairman Thune on June 29, 2017 , and HSGAC Chairman Johnson July 19, 2017. Sender: (b)l6) Cassidv.Ben kb\/61 I I "Wolf, Chad1/h W,\ Recipient: I Vh 1/fi 1 "Neumann, Elizabethl/b1 16I (b )(6) I I I Sent Date: 2017/08/02 09:52:37 Delivered Date: 2017/08/02 09:52:38 DHS-001-1344-000384 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000080 Page 081 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000385 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000081 Page 082 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000386 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000082 Page 083 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000387 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000083 Page 084 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act DHS-001-1344-000388 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000084 Page 085 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(5) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000389 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000085 Page 086 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000390 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000086 Page 087 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000391 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000087 Page 088 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act DHS-001-1344-000392 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000088 Page 089 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000393 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000089 From: I Wolf, Chadl(b )(6 ) b \/ 6\ "Cassidy, Ben l(b) (6 ) To: ~b) /6) "Neumann, 1:11zaoetnli b) / 6 \ kb )(6 ) I r I I "Cassidy, Ben [ b l/ 6 1 CC: I I I /h \I f;\ "Wonnenberg, David llh\/ /; \ I I b H6 ) Subject: RE: OHS Nominees Pending Date: 2017/08/0112:59:51 Priority: Normal Type: Note Thank s, Ben. I'll discu ss with Elizab eth. From: Cassidy, Ben Sent: Tuesday, August 01, 2017 5:58:37 PM To: Wolf, Chad; Neumann, Elizabeth Cc: Cassidy, Ben; Wonnenberg, David Subject: DHS Nominees Pending DHS-001-1344-000394 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000090 I Chad, Elizabeth ~(bl\5 1 (b )l5) r,,., ? Plea se include pending OHS nominee s (TSA, U/S Management , USC1S and USlA) as a pr io1ity for Senate floor passage prior to recess . ? Each nominee contributes to keeping America safe. ?' Each nominee is critica l to the abi lity of DHS to execute its mission to include - aviation security , immigration policy enforcem ent, operational intelligence support and strong , capab le department management. ? Each nominee ha s garnered strong , bi-partisan supp011from our committees of jurisdi ct ion. Thanks very much, Ben From: Cassidy, Ben Sent: Wednesday , July 26, 20].7 10:36 AM To: Hawkins, Tom (McConnell) 1..... (b_)c_e o____________ __, Subject: OHS Nominees Pending DHS-001-1344-000395 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000091 Tom - thanks for your t ime yesterday. DHS has four high priority nominees on the Executive Calendar- TSA, Citizen &Immigration Services, Intelligence and Management- all very critlcal to carrying out our mission here . Thank you for any assistance you might provid e in moving these forward to Senate confinnation prior to recess. Thanks again! Ben l. Director, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS): Lee Francis Cissna Calendar Number # 119 Repo11ed by SJC Chairman Grassley June 15, 2017 2. Undersecretary for Management: Claire M. Grady - Ca lendar Number # 163, Repor ted by HSGAC Chai rman Johnson July 11, 2017 3. Undersecretary Intelligence and Analysis: David James Glawe - Cal.endar Number # 165 Reported by SSCI Chairman Burr July 11, 2017 4. Ass istant Secreta ry for Transportation Secu rity Adm inistration (TSA): David P. Pekoske - Calendar Number # 177, Reported by Commerce, Science &Transportation Chairman Thune on June 29, 2017, and HSGAC Chairman Johnson July 19, 2017. Sender: Wolf Chad l/ b \16 \ b )r6 l I I I "Cassidy, Ben l b )t6 ) I o h \1/, \ "Neumann Elizabethhh 111=, 1 Recipient: kb )(6) "Cassidy, Ben f b )/6 l /bH6\ "Wonnenberg, Davidl/b )/61 DHS-001-1344-000396 I I I I I DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000092 I (b)(6) Sent Date: 2017/08/0112:59:50 Delivered Date: 2017/08/0112:59 :51 DHS-001-1344-000397 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000093 Page 094 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000398 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000094 Page 095 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(5) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act DHS-001-1344-000399 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000095 Page 096 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000400 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000096 Page 097 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000401 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000097 Page 098 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000402 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000098 Page 099 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act DHS-001-1344-000403 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000099 Page 100 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000404 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000100 Page 10 1 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000405 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000101 Page 102 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000406 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000102 Page 103 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000407 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000103 Page 104 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000408 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000104 Page 105 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(5) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000409 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000105 Page 106 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000410 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000106 Page 107 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act DHS-001-1344-000411 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000107 Page 108 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000412 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000108 Page 109 Withhe ld pursuant to exempt ion (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000413 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000109 Page 110 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Ac t DHS-001-1344-000414 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000110 Page 111 Withheld pursuant to exemption (b)(S) of the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act DHS-001-1344-000415 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000111 b)(5) Reg arding NPPD : CARPER: We talked a little bit about this when you visited with me in -- it1my office this week . But there is a unit withi n the Department of Homeland Security that goes by an acronym, and the acronym is NPPD. And we talked about -- peop le say. what is that? What is that -- what does that represen t? There's a lot of confusion and not much tmderstandi:ng. As it turns out, it refers to cyber security and refers to infrastructure protection. A nd it's an agency that's supposed to do both of those. But ju st by hearing the name you'd never know . Any thoughts on that? KELLY : Well, when I looked at the org chart, maybe one of the first questions I had was what does that block do. So I agree, I mean, I think it's a name change, n ot always imp01i ant. lt might be in this case . It's been brought up to me, Senator, a number of times. Yo u did obviously, but other people within the organization and not within Homeland Security. I have not spoken to anyone in H omeland Security right now because of the MOU , but people have brought it up to me, past -- past members of Homeland Security. So as we talked in your office or we' ll take a look -- look at that upfront. 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That means not only a wal l, but also enou gh border patro l agents and technology to make sure that the borde r is secure . We also need mandatory e- verify, as we ll as entry and exi t systems at all our international airports and sea por ts ... We need to ensure that our laws, imm igrat ion and all others, ar e obeye d and enforc ed." Participat ed in a Member-leve l brief in ea rly Februar y 20 17 on a ll tlu.ee EOs. o March 2017 Revised EO on Natio nal Security: Publicly stated the fo llowi.ng : " Kee ping Americans safe is our top priori ty. Given the very r ea l threat of ten-orism, at home and abroad , it is reasonable to take a tempora ry pau se to law fully revi ew our refugee progr am and ensure that we have a stro ng screen ing proc ess in place to make America safer." o Secretary Kelly Nomination Hearing before HSGAC: Vote d in favo r of yo ur nomination as DHS Secretary. Asked questions of you du ring the hea ring conce rnin g: (1) securin g the border; (2) communicatin g the results of sec uring the bord er to the Ame rica peop le; and (3) Unmanned Aer ial System s (UAS) . o Border Security: As chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on H ome land Security in the 114th Congress, ha s repea tedly stresse d the need for good metrics in order to measure how effec tive ly border enfo rcement activities are wo rking . Stated that the results of tho se measures then need to be communic ated to the American peo ple. o UAS: Believes that DHS should use more UAS techn ology at the bord er. Also believes DHS needs the ability to counteract any type of UAS attempting to breach our borders or p ene trat e our sys tem. The University of North D ako ta (UND) is a leade r in the UAS field, and former Dep uty Secretary Mayorkas traveled to the state and met with the President ofUN D in 20 15. Subsequently, DH S Science & Techn ology and UND established a three-year coo perative research and deve lopment agreement designed to explore the uses of UAS technolo gy as well as miti gat ions for possib le mi suse . o Human Trafficking: Ove r the pa st few years, th e No1ih Dakota delegation ba s had majo r concerns abo ut human trafficking, in parti cular in the wes tern Bakken region (shared with M onta na) and on Na tive A merican reservat ion s. DH S repre sentatives from the Fede ral Law Enfo rcement Trainin g Center , U.S . Immi grat ion and C ustom s Enforcement , an d the Blu e Cam pa ign have visited the state five times ove r the pas t three years to pro vide trainin g and awa reness to law enforce ment at all leve ls. F OR OFFICIAi JISE ONLY DHS-001-1344-000440 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000136 FOR OFFICI AL USEONL\' o Drugs: [n December 20 16, hosted a roundtable in Fargo , ND to outline bis wo rk to comba t the growing issue of opio id ab use in North Dakota. o North Dakota Flooding: In February 20 17, Hoeven -and Senator Heitkamp led a tour with federal , state, and loca l officials to help conumm ities in northeastern North Dakota and the Devils Lake Basin prepare for potential spring flooding. Successfully pressed the Federal Emergency Management Agency to grant a six-month extension of its deadline for the city of Drayton, ND to remove the flood contro l str uctw-e. FUR OFFICIAi. USF: QNLY _ DHS-001-1344-000441 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000137 U.S. Senator John Hoeven (R-ND) Cun ently serv ing his 2 nd term aud is up for re-e lect ion in 2022. John Hoeve n is a former bank CEO and decade-long governor who has won five statewide elections as Nort h Dakota's mos t politically dontinant officeho lder. He began his second Senate tenn in the 115th Congress and has focused his attention on state-specific issues such as energy , agr ic ulture and the military. Like most Republicans, Hoeven says more contro l and flexibility sho uld be given to local and sta te governments rather than relying on a one -size- fits-all federa l approac h to domestic policies . He favo rs fiscal discipline to reduce the deficit and says 11e supports "empowering the private secto r" to crea te jobs. Hoeven , who became cha irman of the Indian Affairs Committee at the start of the 115th Congress, faced em.ly c1iticism from some Native Ame1icans for his suppor t of the Dakota Access oil pip eline. While he says the $3 .8 billion projec t, which has the backing of the Trnmp administration, will be equipped with the latest safegua rds and technology to protect the Standing Rock Sioux and all people downstream , tribal leaders claim a leak would be catastrophi c for the drinking water on the reservation. Ho even is an ind ustry booster who says that beyond the economic benefits oil developmen t provides it is also a national sec urity iss ue. Hoeven was the lead sponso r of effo11s to bypass President Barack Obama and approve constructio n of the Keystone XL pipeline that wo uld ca n y abo ut 800,000 barrels of petroleum a day from Canada to refiner ies and ports in the Gtllf of Mexico. Obama vetoed the bill authorizing the pipeline's construction , but President Donald Trump wants it comp leted . Hoeven h as been a loya l Republican on most issues including opposi tion to the 20 10 Affo rdable Care Act , the Iran nuclear deal , and effo rts to extend backg round checks for firearms sales to gun shows and Internet sa les . He has also opposed abortion , same -sex marriage, and regu lation of greenho use gases. Hoeven has broken from his party on some occasions. He was among 14 Republican senators who voted in favo r of a com pr ehensive immigrat ion bill in the Se nate in 2013. The Senate passed the b ill after Hoeven and R epubli can Bob Co rker of Tennessee successfully changed the legislation , which stalled in the House, to assure that border control wo uld come before the lega lization of undocumented immigrants. Hoeven has been supp ortive of Trump , voting to confirm his Cabinet nominees and speaking in favor of his executive order to suspend refugee admissions from seven Muslim-majority countries as a reaso11able approach to "keeping A merica safe." As of March 27, 20 17, Hoeven has voted with p arty 100% of the time. Committee Assignments: o o o o o Senate Sena te Senate Senate Senate Comm ittee Committee Committee Commi ttee Committ ee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on App ropr iations on Energy and Nat ural Resour ces on Agriculture, Nutriti on, and Forestry on In dian Affa ir s, Cha irman Background: Hoeven was born in Bismarck and spent time in his youth in Minot , whe re his father bought a bank in 1970. He worked p art-time at the bank as a teenager whi le attending private Bishop Ryan High School. He was active in a variety of school activities including sports and playing trumpet in the band. He gradua ted in 1975 as president and valedicto rian of a class of about 96 students, acco rdin g to the Fa rgo newspaper. Hoeven earned a bachelor ' s degree at Dartmoutl, College in New Hampshire and a maste r 's degree in business administrat ion from Nor tl1westem University in Illinois. He returned to No11hDakota and went to work at his father's bank , First Western Bank & Trust , in Minot , advancing up the ladde r to become exec uti ve vice pres ident. DHS-001-1344-000442 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000138 SECRETARY'S BRIEFING BOOK Prep AND Meeting with Senator Schumer Wednesday, March 29, 2017 Prep AND Meeting with Senator Durbin and Senate Democrats Prep AND PC on ISIS U.S. Conference of Mayors Meeting WH Meeting on Opioid Task Force DHS Anniversary Celebration DHS-001-1344-000443 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000139 FDR Olili'JCIALUSE 0~4LY DHS 14th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION March 29, 2017 Objective: th o You will preside over a celebration of DHS' s 14 Anniversary that will con vey to emp loyees the essent ial nat ure of ou r homeland sec uri ty mission and build espr it de corps while celebra tin g the Department's 14LhAnniversary. o The theme of this event is "Celebrating 14 Years of Keeping America Safe." ? This theme emp ha sizes the impottance of protecting and serving America and provides means to reinforce the central ity of honor and integrity in performing our mission. Event Demographics o You will deliver remark s and pres ide over a cake cuttin g ce remo ny to kick off a mora lebuilding wa lk/run to start and finish in the vicinity of the NAC Chapel fl.agpole. Final RSVP number s will be availab le by 9:00 a.m . on March 28, 20 17 . We anticipate 200 o em plo yees will attend. o The Master of Ceremo ni es (MC) for thi s even t will be LT Kyle Pearson from the Office of the Military Advisor. The MC will speak from the NAC Chapel steps and utiJize a wireless microp hone that wiU be shared throu ghout the event. The MC will co ntrol the flo w of eve nt s and tirneline . o Your remarks wi ll be delivered from the NAC Chapel steps using the MC's wireless microphone with no podium. The DHS Flag and Na tion al Ensign will serve as a backdrop. o Wear of officia l DHS and componen t-appro ved appare l is authoiized and encouraged for th e day of the eve nt. Suggested att ire for the walk/run is physical training (PT) gear. A DHS polo sh u1 and t-shut have been purchased for yo ur cons iderat ion. o Funding for th.is even t was provided by the Homeland Secmity Employee Association, a nonprofit organization th at promotes and spo n sors c ultu ra l, educatio nal , recreational, soc ial , charit able , and professional deve lopme nt act ivitie s for DHS emp lo yees. o This even t is Closed Press . Series of Events and Pertinent Informati on o 1:00 p.m.: MC begins the muster of crowd in front of Chapel for your r emarks. Introduction by MC followed by the delivery of your remark s (See Tab A) and the cake cuttin g ceremo ny. Yo u will be joined by Seaman Apprentice (SA) f b )(6 ) United States Coast Guard (E-2), to repr esent th e Department ' s most junior emp loyee, She will be dressed in PT ear and will provide you wi th a ceremonial swo rd for the cutting of the cake . b)(6) is cmTently ass igned to the Coast Guard ' s Cere monia l Honor Guard. o 1:15 p.m.: Following th e cuttin g of th e cake, Manageme nt ' s Deputy Chi ef of Staffl(bJ(6 J fb)(G) lwill exp lain the walk/run rou te and logistica l concerns. The ro.... ut_e_i_s_ __. 1.4 miJes (See Tab B) and will have a DHS m..ilestone posted eve r y tenth o f a mile along the route. Cake will be avai lable imm ediate ly following the start of the walk/run and upon comp letion of the walk /run . o 1:20 p.m.: You wi11announce the start of the walk/ run. I "DHS runners and walkers, on your mark, get set, go!" FOR OFFICIALU5t! Ot~.... cf DHS-001-1344-000444 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000140 FOR OPPICfAL U~t! ONL '{ o 2:30 p.m.: Event comp lete . Strategic Communica tions o Your annive rsary message was po sted on DHS Connect and distribu ted to all emp loyees on March 1, 2017. o The hashta g #HonorDHS ha s been shared with emp loyees to be used in a tasteful manner on any posts, pictm.es, or videos to collective ly gather media for follow on co mrnw1ications. Attachments : A. Remarks B. Map of Approve d Route Staff Responsible for Briefing Memo: ~ '(b_11_6 1____ Kb){6) I ~lSpecial Assista nt, MIL , f~b_H_s_ 1 -- ~ 2 DHS-001-1344-000445 DHS-(DHSHQ)-17-0435-L-000141 FOR 01'!-WCL'\LUSE Otfl..:Y Remarks for DHS 14th Anniversary Celebration Washington , DC March 29, 2017 Background: After the event 's walk/run, emp loyee s will gather in front of the chapel, You will offer brief remarks from the chapel step s using the emcee 's wireless microphone ; ther e will not be a podium . After your rem arks, there will be a cake cuttin g ceremo ny. Key theme s: Reinforcu1g honor and integrity; demon strating suppo1t for employ ees. 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