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Dingell, Peters, Raimondo Host Roundtable in Michigan About Semiconductor Chip Shortage
Recently, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and Senator Gary Peters (MI) hosted U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo and industry, labor, and state and local government partners at the UAW Region 1A in Taylor, Michigan for a roundtable discussion about the semiconductor chip shortage.
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Commerce Lists Entities Involved in the Support of PRC Military Quantum Computing Applications, Pakistani Nuclear and Missile Proliferation, and Russia’s Military
The Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a final rule adding twenty-seven foreign entities and individuals to the Entity List for engaging in activities that are contrary to the national security or foreign policy interests of the United States.
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Commerce Department Applauds President Biden’s Signing of Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal into Law
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo applauded President Biden for signing the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal into law.
“Thanks to President Biden’s leadership and ability to work across the aisle, we can finally welcome much-needed infrastructure investments that will impact every community in America,” said U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Gina M. Raimondo. “This is a huge win for American families, workers, and businesses, and will make America more competitive on the world stage through critical investments here at home.”
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U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo Announces First Travel to Asia
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo made her first official visit to Asia from Nov. 15-18, where she met with government officials and business leaders in Japan, Singapore and Malaysia.
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Commerce Adds NSO Group and Other Foreign Companies to Entity List for Malicious Cyber Activities
The Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has released a final rule adding four foreign companies to the Entity List for engaging in activities that are contrary to the national security or foreign policy interests of the United States. The four entities are located in Israel, Russia, and Singapore.
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Department of Commerce Honors U.S. Companies with Presidential Award for Export Achievements
The Department of Commerce recently honored 31 U.S. companies and organizations that export goods and services overseas by naming them winners of the 2021 President’s “E” Awards. This year’s winners hail from 20 states, and of the 31 honorees, 25 are small and medium-sized businesses, and 14 firms are manufacturers.
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Department of Commerce’s NTIA Awards First Grants to Tribal Groups Seeking to Expand Broadband
Recently, Vice President Kamala Harris announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has awarded the first three grants as part of the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program. These initial awards, totaling nearly $1.4 million, are being made to the Taos Pueblo in New Mexico, the Upper Mattaponi Tribe in Virginia, and the Sokaogon Chippewa Community Wisconsin.
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| Active 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season Officially Ends |
| The active 2021 Atlantic hurricane season officially concludes today having produced 21 named storms, including seven hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or greater) of which four were major hurricanes (winds of 111 mph or greater). This above-average hurricane season was accurately predicted by NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center. |
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| NIST Recommends Steps to Boost Resilience of U.S. Timekeeping |
| The nation should bolster research and development of systems that distribute accurate time via fiber-optic cable and radio as part of the effort to back up GPS and enhance the resilience of critical infrastructure that depends on it, according to a new report by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). |
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| Journeys of Innovation: Uncommon Design, Uncommon Valor |
| Forty years after his service as an engineer during the Civil War, George Gillespie redesigned the Medal of Honor, the nation’s highest military award, which he himself received. By obtaining a design patent, Gillespie ensured the integrity of the medal for future generations of U.S. service members. |
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| Streamlined NIST Tool Could Help Homeowners, Renters Reduce Airborne Exposure to COVID |
| COVID-19 is still circulating in the U.S. and may once again gain traction as families and friends gather indoors over the holidays. There are several measures that, combined with vaccination, could curtail a new wave of infections. One often-overlooked approach for homes is managing air flow and air cleaning. |
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Commerce by the Numbers
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Personal Income and Outlays, October 2021
Personal income increased $93.4 billion, or 0.5 percent at a monthly rate, while consumer spending increased$214.3 billion, or 1.3 percent, in October. The increase in personal income primarily reflected an increase in compensation of employees.
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Pre-Pandemic Early Childhood Enrollment Expanded as More Enrolled in Public Preschool
State funding of preschool programs surpassed $9 billion in the District of Columbia and the 44 states that funded preschools in the 2019-20 school year and policymakers are increasingly focusing on early childhood education, including the current administration’s proposed initiative of universal pre-school for 3- and 4-year-olds.
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Who Are the Owners of Exporting Firms?
Combined data show how many matched exporting firms were owned by women, veterans and minorities, as well as total value of exported goods.
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Minority Business Development Agency Releases Report on Businesses and Workers in Indian Country
The U.S. Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) released a report entitled, “Keys to Unlocking Business Development in Indian Country.” The report is the result of an in-depth examination of economic characteristics across 166 tribes in comparison to the broader U.S. economy, including regional and rural areas.
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| In Case You Missed It |
| November 29 - December 3, 2021 |
Corals Week 2021: Celebrate the beauty and importance of coral reef ecosystems
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Coral reefs play a vital role in sustaining the health of our oceans and our economy. NOAA is working to increase understanding of the causes of reef decline. Even if you live far from coral reefs, you can have an impact on reef health and conservation. Here are 10 ways you can do to support and protect healthy coral reefs.
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| November 30, 2021 |
| U.S. Economic Development Administration Celebrates Native American Heritage Month and a Year of Progress with Its Tribal Partners |
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Every year in November, America celebrates Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor the culture and achievements of our indigenous communities. EDA is proud to recognize the role these communities and their cultures play in enriching our nation.
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| November 15, 2021 |
| The Minority Business Development Agency is Permanently Authorized in Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal |
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The U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo is pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) is made permanent and will be expanded and elevated with the passage of this historic legislation. This action allows the agency to increase their programs and outreach to the Nation’s more than 9 million minority-owned businesses.
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