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American Shrimp Processors Association Launches Trade Petitions Addressing Unfair Dumping and Illegal Subsidies

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

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PORT ARTHUR, Texas, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American Shrimp Processors Association (ASPA) filed trade petitions seeking antidumping duties on imported frozen warmwater shrimp from Ecuador and Indonesia and countervailing duties on imported shrimp from Ecuador, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam.

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PORT ARTHUR, Texas, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American Shrimp Processors Association (ASPA) filed trade petitions seeking antidumping duties on imported frozen warmwater shrimp from Ecuador and Indonesia and countervailing duties on imported shrimp from Ecuador, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam.
ASPA estimates dumping margins for Ecuador ranging as high as 111 percent and dumping margins for Indonesia ranging as high as 37 percent.
"We are truly proud to file these cases on behalf of shrimp boats and shrimp processors," noted ASPA President Mr. Trey Pearson.
"These petitions are necessary due to continued unfair trade practices causing significant market distortions and price depression in the United States.

The Power of Partnership - the Richmond-Petersburg Region Secures Designation as Tech Hub by Biden-Harris Administration and U.S. Department of Commerce

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

These are outlined and underway through a state-funded strategic planning process and early implementation work, reinforcing the power of collaboration and partnership to build something better together.

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These are outlined and underway through a state-funded strategic planning process and early implementation work, reinforcing the power of collaboration and partnership to build something better together.
These efforts positioned the Alliance for success in setting the coalition up to apply for additional funding through the EDA and garnering designation as an APM global Tech Hub.
This coveted Tech Hub designation is a strong endorsement of the region's plan to supercharge a critical technology ecosystem and become a global leader in APM.
Distressed communities within Tech Hub regions will be given higher consideration for other relevant Economic Development Administration funding opportunities.

The MAPT Roadmap - A Plan to Revitalize the Semiconductor Industry for Decades to Come

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

The MAPT Roadmap defines critical research priorities and technology challenges that must be addressed to support the seismic shifts outlined in the Decadal Plan for Semiconductors released in January of 2021.

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The MAPT Roadmap defines critical research priorities and technology challenges that must be addressed to support the seismic shifts outlined in the Decadal Plan for Semiconductors released in January of 2021.
The MAPT Roadmap, available at https://srcmapt.org/ , is the first industry-wide 3D semiconductor roadmap to guide the forthcoming microelectronics revolution.
The MAPT Roadmap continues the spirit of the Decadal Plan and discusses how to achieve its system-level goals, outlining the implementation plan for semiconductor industry.
The MAPT Roadmap is framed around fundamental and practical limits of information and communications technology sustainability: energy sustainability, environmental sustainability, and workforce sustainability.

Freedom House Welcomes New Board Co-Chair Wendell L. Willkie, II

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Freedom House is pleased to announce that Wendell L. Willkie, II will join former Congresswoman Jane Harman as co-chair of the Freedom House Board of Trustees.

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WASHINGTON, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Freedom House is pleased to announce that Wendell L. Willkie, II will join former Congresswoman Jane Harman as co-chair of the Freedom House Board of Trustees.
"Wendell's exceptional experience in senior posts in government, the private sector, and academia make him a perfect partner to lead Freedom House during these tumultuous times.
"I could not be more pleased that Wendell is rejoining the board in such an important leadership position," said Michael J. Abramowitz, president of Freedom House.
He served on the Freedom House Board between 1993 and 2005, and more recently as an emeritus trustee.

Top 30 Cybersecurity Athletes Announced at Season III, US Cyber Team® Draft Day Event

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Monday, October 16, 2023, the US Cyber Games ® program, led by Katzcy ®, was pleased to announce the top 30 cybersecurity athletes to be drafted to the Season III, US Cyber Team during its Draft Day event.

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WASHINGTON, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Monday, October 16, 2023, the US Cyber Games ® program, led by Katzcy ®, was pleased to announce the top 30 cybersecurity athletes to be drafted to the Season III, US Cyber Team during its Draft Day event.
The Season III, US Cyber Team Draft Day event , hosted in conjunction with the NICE program at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Career Awareness Week , took place at DISTRICT E in downtown Washington, DC.
30 Athletes Drafted to the Season III, US Cyber Team
Of the draftees, 17 athletes are returning and 13 athletes are new to the program.
Congratulations to the following athletes:
46 Athletes Invited to Season III, US Cyber Games Pipeline Program
An additional 46 athletes were invited to participate in the Season III, US Cyber Games Pipeline Program.

U.S. Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency Selects Wendy D. Anderson as Permanent Chief of Staff

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

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WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) officially announced Wendy D. Anderson as its permanent Chief of Staff.

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WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) officially announced Wendy D. Anderson as its permanent Chief of Staff.
Anderson previously served as Chief of Staff to Congresswoman Val Demings (FL-10) and Congresswoman Yvette Clarke (NY-9) where she counseled both members on critical legislation, oversaw all strategic policy implementation, managed staff, and facilitated leadership engagement across offices.
In August 2023, Vice President Harris joined MBDA in announcing the competition awardees for the Capital Readiness Program.
Her intellect, leadership, instincts, and experience will be fundamental to that effort.”
MBDA’s new Chief of Staff joins over 25 other new staff members onboarded since January 2023 and reflects the agency’s mission to expand its current staff and capabilities.

Omega Accounting Solutions Broadens Executive Team

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

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IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Omega Accounting Solutions is announcing two new executive appointments to support the expansion of corporate client offerings and underscore the company’s commitment to providing small businesses with comprehensive support: Isaac Downing, Senior Director, Tax Credits & Incentives, and Tracy Martinez, Attorney, Tax Controversy.

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IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Omega Accounting Solutions is announcing two new executive appointments to support the expansion of corporate client offerings and underscore the company’s commitment to providing small businesses with comprehensive support: Isaac Downing, Senior Director, Tax Credits & Incentives, and Tracy Martinez, Attorney, Tax Controversy.
“Commensurate tax director and tax attorney, Issac Downing and Tracy Martinez, will support our proactive, integrated approach to tax strategy and end-to-end filing support for our clients and those who filed with other providers,” said Jay Woods, President of Omega Accounting Solutions.
With a Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting & Finance from California Lutheran University, Engineering Certificate from Marine Corps.
Engineer School, and extensive experience in public accounting for large publicly-traded companies, Downing honed his specialty of delivering engineering-driven tax solutions.

The Minority Business Development Agency Announces Winners of the 2023 National Minority Enterprise Development Week Awards

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) proudly announces recipients of the 2023 Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week Awards.

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WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) proudly announces recipients of the 2023 Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week Awards.
The National MED Week Awards are the highest level of national recognition that a U.S. minority business enterprise can receive from the Department of Commerce.
These prestigious awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of minority entrepreneurs, as well as the individuals and organizations that have demonstrated their commitment to advancing minority business enterprises.
2023 National MED Week will be hosted in collaboration with the Annual Conference & Exchange by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC), and will take place in Baltimore, Maryland from October 22-25.

Tomato Tariffs Could Cause American Consumers to Pay 50% More for Fresh Tomatoes

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Without the 2019 Suspension Agreement in place, NatureSweet , the #1 snacking tomato brand headquartered in Texas, and countless other companies would face tariffs of more than 20 percent on the import of fresh tomatoes into the United States.

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Without the 2019 Suspension Agreement in place, NatureSweet , the #1 snacking tomato brand headquartered in Texas, and countless other companies would face tariffs of more than 20 percent on the import of fresh tomatoes into the United States.
“Tomatoes imported from Mexico generate economic and social value far beyond their retail price,” says Skip Hulett, Vice President and General Counsel for NatureSweet.
The study concludes that:
Consumers can expect to pay prices for fresh tomatoes that average 50% higher than they do today.
This tariff would punish companies like NatureSweet, which are doing the right thing.”
Importantly, importers of fresh tomatoes from Mexico have played by the rules.

Bonnell Aluminum Commenting on Recent Trade Filing from Aluminum Extruders Coalition and United Steelworkers Union

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

Bonnell Aluminum, a subsidiary of Tredegar Corporation (NYSE: TG), applauds the U.S. Aluminum Extruders Coalition - which Bonnell Aluminum is part of - and the United Steelworkers union following the October 4, 2023, filing of antidumping and countervailing duty petitions to remedy the unfairly traded imports of aluminum extrusions from China, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and Vietnam.

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Bonnell Aluminum, a subsidiary of Tredegar Corporation (NYSE: TG), applauds the U.S. Aluminum Extruders Coalition - which Bonnell Aluminum is part of - and the United Steelworkers union following the October 4, 2023, filing of antidumping and countervailing duty petitions to remedy the unfairly traded imports of aluminum extrusions from China, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and Vietnam.
“We are determined to end the significant surge of unfairly dumped and subsidized imports of aluminum extrusions that have flooded the U.S. market,” said Brook Hamilton, president of Bonnell Aluminum.
“Enforcing our trade laws will ensure that U.S. aluminum manufacturers are given the opportunity to compete on a level playing field.
We must stand up for American manufacturers and put an end to the continuous layoffs that are devastating our workers, our industry, and our communities.”