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HOMELAND SECURITY PRESS / NEWS RELEASES

November 9 - Hoeven increases Guard at airports -- Gov. John Hoeven today ordered a 25 percent increase over the existing level of deployment of National Guard personnel at the state’s commercial airports. The Governor’s directive to augment airport security came in response to a request by President Bush to the nation’s governors, according to Hoeven. The President authorized federal funding for the newest deployment until January 6 to encourage the public to travel over the holiday season. [view press release]

October 16 - State Officials Outline Steps To Reduce Risk of Exposure to Anthrax -- Careful handling of letters and packages can greatly reduce the public’s risk of exposure to anthrax, Gov. Hoeven said at a news conference today. “The Department of Health and the Highway Patrol have determined that the current risk of anthrax exposure and illness in the state is low,” Hoeven said. “Nevertheless, we want to make sure the public is aware of the steps they can take to keep themselves safe at home and at work.” [view press release]

October 4 - Hoeven Names Friez State Security Coordinator, Discusses State Security Plan -- Gov. Hoeven today named Doug Friez, director of the North Dakota Division of Emergency Management (DEM), as the state’s Homeland Security Coordinator. Friez will promote statewide security through a plan for coordinated preparedness, prevention and response. He’ll approach this effort through the combined efforts of citizens; law enforcement authorities; state agencies; political subdivisions; American Indian tribes; the National Guard and various federal agencies, according to Hoeven. [view press release]

ADDITIONAL WEBSITES

North Dakota Department of Health
http://www.health.state.nd.us/ndhd/default.asp