QB 23-614 2023 Fourth Quarter Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) for Steel Mill Articles of European Union (EU) Member Countries
Commodity:
Steel Mill Articles as specified in Presidential Proclamations
Quota Period:
October 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023
Opening:
October 2, 2023 12:01 AM Local Port time.
Entries submitted prior to opening day local port time will…
Steel Mill Articles as specified in Presidential Proclamations
Quota Period:
October 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023
Opening:
October 2, 2023 12:01 AM Local Port time.
Entries submitted prior to opening day local port time will…
EPA Settles with Two Watsonville, Calif., Companies for Claims of Chemical Safety Violations
SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced settlements with two companies—Del Mar Food Products Corp. and S. Martinelli & Co.—to resolve claims of Clean Air Act and Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act violations at their Watsonville, Calif., facilities. These federal laws are designed to ensure the safe manufacture, use, storage, and handling of anhydrous ammonia, a toxic substance used as a refrigerant at food and beverage production facilities.
“Anhydrous ammonia is toxic and can threaten workers, first responders and the public, so it’s imperative that facilities using this chemical follow federal requirements to prevent accidents,” said EPA Pacific Southwest Regional Administrator Martha Guzman. “EPA will hold to account companies that don’t comply with environmental laws.”
Del Mar Food Products Corp. utilizes anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems at its frozen fruit and vegetable production facility in Watsonville. Following a September 2021 inspection and subsequent investigation, EPA identified that the company failed to provide appropriate measures to mitigate risks in the operation of these refrigeration systems, such as ventilation design and calibration of release sensors. As part of the settlement, the company will pay a $131,420 penalty.
S. Martinelli & Co. produces primarily apple juice, and its two facilities in Watsonville utilize anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems to refrigerate the company’s juice products. Following a September 2021 inspection and subsequent investigation, EPA identified that the company failed to design and maintain a safe facility and failed to minimize the consequences of an accidental release, including not constructing its ammonia machinery rooms and related equipment to meet safety standards. Although the company has made significant changes, the settlement with EPA includes tasks that the company must complete to come back into compliance with federal regulations, including demonstrating to EPA that fire resistance modifications have been installed and are functioning at one of its facilities. As part of the settlement, the company will also pay a $127,828 penalty. In addition, the company agreed to complete a supplemental environmental project valued at $67,000 to purchase emergency response equipment for the Watsonville Fire Department.
A supplemental environmental project is an environmentally beneficial project or activity that is not required by law, but that a party agrees to undertake as part of the settlement of an enforcement action. Such projects or activities go beyond what could legally be required of the defendant, and secure environmental and/or public health benefits in addition to those achieved by compliance with the law.
EPA’s Clean Air Act Risk Management Program (RMP) regulations work to prevent accidental chemical releases in our communities and the environment. Facilities holding more than a threshold quantity of a regulated substance are required to comply with EPA’s RMP regulations. The regulations require owners or operators of covered facilities to implement a risk management program and to submit a risk management plan to EPA.
Learn more about the Risk Management Program rule.
Learn about the National Enforcement and Compliance Initiative on reducing risks of accidental releases at industrial and chemical facilities.
For more information on reporting possible violations of environmental laws and regulations visit EPA’s enforcement reporting website.
Learn more about EPA’s Pacific Southwest Region. Connect with us on Facebook and on X.
“Anhydrous ammonia is toxic and can threaten workers, first responders and the public, so it’s imperative that facilities using this chemical follow federal requirements to prevent accidents,” said EPA Pacific Southwest Regional Administrator Martha Guzman. “EPA will hold to account companies that don’t comply with environmental laws.”
Del Mar Food Products Corp. utilizes anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems at its frozen fruit and vegetable production facility in Watsonville. Following a September 2021 inspection and subsequent investigation, EPA identified that the company failed to provide appropriate measures to mitigate risks in the operation of these refrigeration systems, such as ventilation design and calibration of release sensors. As part of the settlement, the company will pay a $131,420 penalty.
S. Martinelli & Co. produces primarily apple juice, and its two facilities in Watsonville utilize anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems to refrigerate the company’s juice products. Following a September 2021 inspection and subsequent investigation, EPA identified that the company failed to design and maintain a safe facility and failed to minimize the consequences of an accidental release, including not constructing its ammonia machinery rooms and related equipment to meet safety standards. Although the company has made significant changes, the settlement with EPA includes tasks that the company must complete to come back into compliance with federal regulations, including demonstrating to EPA that fire resistance modifications have been installed and are functioning at one of its facilities. As part of the settlement, the company will also pay a $127,828 penalty. In addition, the company agreed to complete a supplemental environmental project valued at $67,000 to purchase emergency response equipment for the Watsonville Fire Department.
A supplemental environmental project is an environmentally beneficial project or activity that is not required by law, but that a party agrees to undertake as part of the settlement of an enforcement action. Such projects or activities go beyond what could legally be required of the defendant, and secure environmental and/or public health benefits in addition to those achieved by compliance with the law.
EPA’s Clean Air Act Risk Management Program (RMP) regulations work to prevent accidental chemical releases in our communities and the environment. Facilities holding more than a threshold quantity of a regulated substance are required to comply with EPA’s RMP regulations. The regulations require owners or operators of covered facilities to implement a risk management program and to submit a risk management plan to EPA.
Learn more about the Risk Management Program rule.
Learn about the National Enforcement and Compliance Initiative on reducing risks of accidental releases at industrial and chemical facilities.
For more information on reporting possible violations of environmental laws and regulations visit EPA’s enforcement reporting website.
Learn more about EPA’s Pacific Southwest Region. Connect with us on Facebook and on X.
Biden-Harris Administration Invests More Than $3.9 million in Rhode Island Recycling Infrastructure Projects Through Investing in America Agenda
BOSTON (Sept. 25, 2023) - Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced more than $3.9 million from President Biden's Investing in America agenda to expand recycling infrastructure and waste management systems across Rhode Island.
EPA has selected the city of Providence, Rhode Island to receive a grant totaling more than $3,348,000 under the newly created Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling funding opportunity. In addition, the agency is making available approximately $551,877 to improve solid waste management planning, data collection and implementation of plans. Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, this investment totaling is a part of EPA's largest recycling investment in 30 years.
The grants support the implementation of EPA's National Recycling Strategy to build an economy devoted to keeping materials, products, and services in circulation for as long as possible –what's known as a "circular economy."
"President Biden's Investing in America Agenda tackles our most pressing environmental challenges including climate change and lead in drinking water, and today we add another historic investment to better manage waste in communities across America," said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. "By investing in better recycling, EPA is deploying resources to provide recycling services across the country, including in disadvantaged communities, while preventing waste that contributes to the climate crisis, supporting local economies and creating good-paying jobs."
"Providence's Climate Justice Plan and focus on the needs of communities most impacted by the negative effects of the climate crisis and past policy decisions is truly exceptional," said EPA New England Regional Administrator, David W. Cash. "EPA is proud to support their efforts to create a sustainable and equitable zero-waste economy, while supporting local businesses and creating meaningful work for local frontline community members."
"This federal funding should improve Rhode Island's recycling infrastructure, reduce waste, and help stop pollutants from entering our waterways. I commend Senator Whitehouse for his national leadership on this issue and commitment to upgrade Rhode Island's and the nation's recycling systems. It's a smart investment in the environment and the economy," said U.S. Senator Jack Reed.
"Improving Rhode Island's statewide recycling and waste management systems will strengthen public health and help keep Narragansett Bay clean," said U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, who co-founded the bipartisan Senate Oceans Caucus to find common ground in responding to issues facing the oceans and coasts and passed the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act into law in 2020, the most comprehensive legislation ever passed by Congress to address the plastic debris crisis threatening coastal ecosystems and communities, and harming marine life. "I am pleased to have led the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act with Senators Sullivan and Menendez, which is helping guide the nation's strategy on tackling the plastic debris that washes up on our shores."
"We must always work to ensure the health of Rhode Islanders and the environment we live in," said U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner. "By scaling up modern waste management systems and recycling programs, this federal funding will keep our air and water clean, create jobs, and help us on the path to a more sustainable economy."
"Effective planning on a statewide level is critical to ensure that our waste management systems are operating efficiently and effectively," said Department of Environmental Management Director Terry Gray. "We appreciate EPA's grant support to the State of Rhode Island and look forward to working with the Rhode Island Recovery Corporation, the Division of Statewide Planning, and our municipal partners to update our plans. Our priority is always eliminating waste before it is created, and a great example of this is the effort undertaken by our partners in the agriculture and food communities to divert unused food to people in need. Another example is recent efforts at DEM to make the public events we host at state parks more sustainable by helping sponsors eliminate waste. Our goal is to continue to improve recycling systems and strengthen connections with markets that can use the materials collected, creating a circular economy in Rhode Island. All of this depends on good information, and this grant will allow us to develop a new data management system to better track these materials. There is much more to come on supporting sustainable materials management statewide. Also, I want to congratulate the City of Providence on obtaining their grant through this competitive national process and especially want to thank Senator Whitehouse whose Save Our Seas 2.0 Act, funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, provided this valuable federal funding for these efforts."
"This is an exciting step towards making Providence a more sustainable, climate resilient city," said Mayor Brett P. Smiley. "The funding from this grant will have a lasting impact on our neighborhoods, reducing food waste, expanding recycling efforts, and increasing the accessibility of composting for residents and businesses. Through this important work we are prioritizing the health, safety, and quality of life of our communities and making Providence a national leader in addressing the climate crisis."
President Biden's Investing in America Agenda is growing the American economy from the bottom up and middle-out – from rebuilding our nation's infrastructure, to driving over $470 billion in private sector manufacturing and clean energy investments in the United States, to creating a manufacturing and innovation boom powered by good paying jobs that don't require a four-year degree, to building a clean-energy economy that will combat climate change and make our communities more resilient.
EPA's Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grant Program is also advancing President's Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure that 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved, and overburdened by pollution. Approximately $56 million out of the $73 million – or 76% - of the total funding for communities will go toward projects that benefit disadvantaged communities.
Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grants for Communities
The recycling grants for communities will support improvements to waste management systems across the country. Providence, Rhode Island's project will provide:
Enhanced infrastructure for commercial and institutional food waste diversion
Expanded infrastructure for neighborhood-based composting of residential food waste
Technical assistance for business/institutional settings to support food waste diversion
A pilot program for business recycling including municipal infrastructure & technical assistance
Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grants for States and Territories
The recycling grants for states and territories will provide funding to all 56 states, territories, and the District of Columbia via grants ranging from $360,000 to $750,000; with the highest grant amounts supporting those states and territories that need it the most.
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management will update the state's Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan. As part of the update, the plan will examine solid waste in a comprehensive and holistic way. In addition to addressing solid waste disposal and recycling at the state's Resource Recovery Facility, the plan will include food waste diversion, e-waste management, and emerging waste streams such as solar panels and lithium-ion batteries. Data management will be improved, and the higher-quality data will be used in the update to the plan. The plan will also incorporate benchmarks and goals that reflect the state's emphasis on environmental justice.
These grants represent important steps toward achieving the EPA's National Recycling Goal and Food Loss and Waste Reduction Goal. Funded activities include improving post-consumer materials management programs through developing or updating solid waste management plans and strengthening data collection efforts.
Additional Background
Today's announcement for states, territories, and communities is the first round of funding from this new grant program. In the coming months, EPA will announce the selected recipients of the recycling grants for Tribes and intertribal consortia, as well as the recipients of EPA's new Recycling Education and Outreach grant program.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provides $275 million total from fiscal year 2022 to fiscal year 2026 for grants authorized under the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act - the largest investment in recycling in 30 years. The recycling grants are supplemented with additional funding provided through EPA's annual appropriations. EPA has selected these entities to receive funding for recycling infrastructure projects and anticipates making all the awards announced today once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
For details about the Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grant Program selectees and other Bipartisan Infrastructure Law-related funding opportunities, visit the EPA recycling grants webpage.
EPA has selected the city of Providence, Rhode Island to receive a grant totaling more than $3,348,000 under the newly created Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling funding opportunity. In addition, the agency is making available approximately $551,877 to improve solid waste management planning, data collection and implementation of plans. Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, this investment totaling is a part of EPA's largest recycling investment in 30 years.
The grants support the implementation of EPA's National Recycling Strategy to build an economy devoted to keeping materials, products, and services in circulation for as long as possible –what's known as a "circular economy."
"President Biden's Investing in America Agenda tackles our most pressing environmental challenges including climate change and lead in drinking water, and today we add another historic investment to better manage waste in communities across America," said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. "By investing in better recycling, EPA is deploying resources to provide recycling services across the country, including in disadvantaged communities, while preventing waste that contributes to the climate crisis, supporting local economies and creating good-paying jobs."
"Providence's Climate Justice Plan and focus on the needs of communities most impacted by the negative effects of the climate crisis and past policy decisions is truly exceptional," said EPA New England Regional Administrator, David W. Cash. "EPA is proud to support their efforts to create a sustainable and equitable zero-waste economy, while supporting local businesses and creating meaningful work for local frontline community members."
"This federal funding should improve Rhode Island's recycling infrastructure, reduce waste, and help stop pollutants from entering our waterways. I commend Senator Whitehouse for his national leadership on this issue and commitment to upgrade Rhode Island's and the nation's recycling systems. It's a smart investment in the environment and the economy," said U.S. Senator Jack Reed.
"Improving Rhode Island's statewide recycling and waste management systems will strengthen public health and help keep Narragansett Bay clean," said U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, who co-founded the bipartisan Senate Oceans Caucus to find common ground in responding to issues facing the oceans and coasts and passed the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act into law in 2020, the most comprehensive legislation ever passed by Congress to address the plastic debris crisis threatening coastal ecosystems and communities, and harming marine life. "I am pleased to have led the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act with Senators Sullivan and Menendez, which is helping guide the nation's strategy on tackling the plastic debris that washes up on our shores."
"We must always work to ensure the health of Rhode Islanders and the environment we live in," said U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner. "By scaling up modern waste management systems and recycling programs, this federal funding will keep our air and water clean, create jobs, and help us on the path to a more sustainable economy."
"Effective planning on a statewide level is critical to ensure that our waste management systems are operating efficiently and effectively," said Department of Environmental Management Director Terry Gray. "We appreciate EPA's grant support to the State of Rhode Island and look forward to working with the Rhode Island Recovery Corporation, the Division of Statewide Planning, and our municipal partners to update our plans. Our priority is always eliminating waste before it is created, and a great example of this is the effort undertaken by our partners in the agriculture and food communities to divert unused food to people in need. Another example is recent efforts at DEM to make the public events we host at state parks more sustainable by helping sponsors eliminate waste. Our goal is to continue to improve recycling systems and strengthen connections with markets that can use the materials collected, creating a circular economy in Rhode Island. All of this depends on good information, and this grant will allow us to develop a new data management system to better track these materials. There is much more to come on supporting sustainable materials management statewide. Also, I want to congratulate the City of Providence on obtaining their grant through this competitive national process and especially want to thank Senator Whitehouse whose Save Our Seas 2.0 Act, funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, provided this valuable federal funding for these efforts."
"This is an exciting step towards making Providence a more sustainable, climate resilient city," said Mayor Brett P. Smiley. "The funding from this grant will have a lasting impact on our neighborhoods, reducing food waste, expanding recycling efforts, and increasing the accessibility of composting for residents and businesses. Through this important work we are prioritizing the health, safety, and quality of life of our communities and making Providence a national leader in addressing the climate crisis."
President Biden's Investing in America Agenda is growing the American economy from the bottom up and middle-out – from rebuilding our nation's infrastructure, to driving over $470 billion in private sector manufacturing and clean energy investments in the United States, to creating a manufacturing and innovation boom powered by good paying jobs that don't require a four-year degree, to building a clean-energy economy that will combat climate change and make our communities more resilient.
EPA's Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grant Program is also advancing President's Justice40 Initiative, which aims to ensure that 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved, and overburdened by pollution. Approximately $56 million out of the $73 million – or 76% - of the total funding for communities will go toward projects that benefit disadvantaged communities.
Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grants for Communities
The recycling grants for communities will support improvements to waste management systems across the country. Providence, Rhode Island's project will provide:
Enhanced infrastructure for commercial and institutional food waste diversion
Expanded infrastructure for neighborhood-based composting of residential food waste
Technical assistance for business/institutional settings to support food waste diversion
A pilot program for business recycling including municipal infrastructure & technical assistance
Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grants for States and Territories
The recycling grants for states and territories will provide funding to all 56 states, territories, and the District of Columbia via grants ranging from $360,000 to $750,000; with the highest grant amounts supporting those states and territories that need it the most.
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management will update the state's Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan. As part of the update, the plan will examine solid waste in a comprehensive and holistic way. In addition to addressing solid waste disposal and recycling at the state's Resource Recovery Facility, the plan will include food waste diversion, e-waste management, and emerging waste streams such as solar panels and lithium-ion batteries. Data management will be improved, and the higher-quality data will be used in the update to the plan. The plan will also incorporate benchmarks and goals that reflect the state's emphasis on environmental justice.
These grants represent important steps toward achieving the EPA's National Recycling Goal and Food Loss and Waste Reduction Goal. Funded activities include improving post-consumer materials management programs through developing or updating solid waste management plans and strengthening data collection efforts.
Additional Background
Today's announcement for states, territories, and communities is the first round of funding from this new grant program. In the coming months, EPA will announce the selected recipients of the recycling grants for Tribes and intertribal consortia, as well as the recipients of EPA's new Recycling Education and Outreach grant program.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provides $275 million total from fiscal year 2022 to fiscal year 2026 for grants authorized under the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act - the largest investment in recycling in 30 years. The recycling grants are supplemented with additional funding provided through EPA's annual appropriations. EPA has selected these entities to receive funding for recycling infrastructure projects and anticipates making all the awards announced today once all legal and administrative requirements are satisfied.
For details about the Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grant Program selectees and other Bipartisan Infrastructure Law-related funding opportunities, visit the EPA recycling grants webpage.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Availability of $20 Million in Grants to Create Career Opportunities in the Water Workforce
WASHINGTON (September 25, 2023) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the availability of over $20 million in grant funding to support training for workers who protect and treat our nation’s drinking water and provide critical wastewater services. Through the Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development Grant program, EPA will support training and career opportunities in the water sector. With the Biden-Harris Administration’s historic investment in water infrastructure, growing and sustaining the water sector workforce is more important than ever for ensuring clean and safe water for generations to come."The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to Investing in America, and that means investing in the workers that build and operate our nation’s water systems,” said EPA Administrator for Water Radhika Fox. “Our Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development Grant Program supports local programs that help people get the training they need to enter the water workforce or the necessary upskilling to advance in their careers.”Frontline workers at water and wastewater treatment utilities across the country are central to public health, environmental, and economic well-being in all communities, big and small. The water industry is facing wide-spread shortages of qualified workers due to expected retirements, needed investments in the nation’s infrastructure, and new technical and scientific skill sets required to operate and maintain these systems. Current estimates indicate that as many as one third of water workers will be eligible to retire within the next 5-10 years.
The focus of the Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development Grant program is to build a strong pool of skilled and diverse workers in the water and wastewater utilities sector. This grant program supports collaboration among federal, state, and local governments and institutions of higher education, apprentice programs, labor organizations, high schools, and other community-based organizations to provide access to workforce opportunities and build career pipelines in the water sector. There are six program areas:
Targeted internships apprenticeships for skilled water utility trades.
Education programs designed for elementary, secondary, and higher education students.
Regional industry and workforce development collaborations to hiring qualified candidates.
Leadership development, occupational training, mentoring, or cross-training programs that support career advancement.
Education and training programs designed for decentralized (septic) water workers to support public health for communities that rely on private wells for drinking water or septic systems.
Training and development for workforce development programs that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other air pollutants to benefit disadvantaged communities.
Applications must be received by EPA by November 17, 2023.Learn more about the Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development Grant program.BackgroundThe Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development Grant was established through the America’s Water Infrastructure Act, passed by Congress in 2018. Eligible applicants for this competitive agreement under Project Areas one through five are nonprofit professional or service organizations, nonprofit labor organizations, nonprofit community colleges, institutions of higher education, other nonprofit training and educational institutions, and public works departments. Under Project Area six eligible applicants are community-based organizations (CBOs) and CBOs who partner with an Indian tribe, a local government, or an institution of higher education. Questions about applying for EPA funding for the Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development cooperative agreement must be received by October 17, 2023. Questions can be submitted by emailing waterworkforceRFA@epa.gov. Applications must be received by EPA by November 17, 2023. EPA encourages all eligible organizations who have an interest in these projects to apply.Learn more about the recipients from the last round of funding and EPA’s activities on building the water workforce
The focus of the Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development Grant program is to build a strong pool of skilled and diverse workers in the water and wastewater utilities sector. This grant program supports collaboration among federal, state, and local governments and institutions of higher education, apprentice programs, labor organizations, high schools, and other community-based organizations to provide access to workforce opportunities and build career pipelines in the water sector. There are six program areas:
Targeted internships apprenticeships for skilled water utility trades.
Education programs designed for elementary, secondary, and higher education students.
Regional industry and workforce development collaborations to hiring qualified candidates.
Leadership development, occupational training, mentoring, or cross-training programs that support career advancement.
Education and training programs designed for decentralized (septic) water workers to support public health for communities that rely on private wells for drinking water or septic systems.
Training and development for workforce development programs that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other air pollutants to benefit disadvantaged communities.
Applications must be received by EPA by November 17, 2023.Learn more about the Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development Grant program.BackgroundThe Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development Grant was established through the America’s Water Infrastructure Act, passed by Congress in 2018. Eligible applicants for this competitive agreement under Project Areas one through five are nonprofit professional or service organizations, nonprofit labor organizations, nonprofit community colleges, institutions of higher education, other nonprofit training and educational institutions, and public works departments. Under Project Area six eligible applicants are community-based organizations (CBOs) and CBOs who partner with an Indian tribe, a local government, or an institution of higher education. Questions about applying for EPA funding for the Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development cooperative agreement must be received by October 17, 2023. Questions can be submitted by emailing waterworkforceRFA@epa.gov. Applications must be received by EPA by November 17, 2023. EPA encourages all eligible organizations who have an interest in these projects to apply.Learn more about the recipients from the last round of funding and EPA’s activities on building the water workforce
QB 23-624 2023 Fourth Quarter Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) for Steel Articles of Japan or the United Kingdom
Commodity:
Steel Articles as specified in Presidential Proclamations
Quota Period:
October 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023
Opening:
October 2, 2023 12:01 AM Local Port time.
Entries submitted prior to opening day local port time will not be…
Steel Articles as specified in Presidential Proclamations
Quota Period:
October 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023
Opening:
October 2, 2023 12:01 AM Local Port time.
Entries submitted prior to opening day local port time will not be…
New ZIM service takes advantage of Savannah’s expanding cold storage network
Savannah attracted the new service due to its growing third-party logistics network and proximity to East Coast and Midwest markets, allowing for quicker and fresher imports.
USDA Extends Application Deadline for Discrimination Financial Assistance Program to January 13
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture is extending the deadline for the Discrimination Financial Assistance Program to January 13, 2024, to give eligible farmers, ranchers and forest landowners more time to apply for assistance. The original deadline was October 31, 2023.
USDA Launches Program to Support Agricultural Employers and Farmworkers, Aiming to Increase Economic and Supply Chain Resilience as Part of President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda
WASHINGTON, D.C., September 22, 2023 – The Biden-Harris Administration today announced that agricultural employers can begin to apply for a pilot program designed to improve the resiliency of the food and agricultural supply chain by addressing workforce challenges farmers and ranchers face. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), in coordination with other federal agencies, is announcing up to $65 million in grants available for the Farm Labor Stabilization and Protection Pilot Program (FLSP Program).