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Amtrak Mobile Security System

On Wednesday, February 20, 2008, Amtrak announced the deployment of its new specialized Amtrak Mobile Security Team to patrol stations and trains and randomly inspect passenger baggage. This is in supplement to ongoing patrols already in place by Amtrak to enhance the safety and security of passenger rail travel to minimize the risk of terrorist...

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New Passport Requirements for U.S. Citizens

Effective January 8, 2007: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security will require all U.S. citizens who travel outside the continental U.S. to carry a valid U.S. Passport; this includes all travel to and from Canada, Mexico, Bermuda and the Caribbean. Effective June 1, 2009: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security will require all U.S. citizens who...

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