Department of Homeland Security Biometrics Expansion for Improved Identification and Encounter Management

��\ Secretary U.S. Department of Homeland Security Washington, DC 20528 Homeland Security MEMORANDUM FOR COMPONENT HEADS From: John F. Kelly MAY 2 4 2017 Subject: DHS Biometrics Expansion for Improved Identification and Encounter Management The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) currently collects biometrics1 in a number of contexts, including from: aliens seeking admission at ports of entry; aliens seeking immigration benefits (or protection from removal) or during removal proceedings; ap...