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U.S. Chemical Safety Board Issues Update on Investigation Into the Fatal Catastrophic Tank Failure at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Facility in Longview, Washington
WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Chemical Safety Board issued the following news release on Aug. 28, 2026:
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U.S. Chemical Safety Board Issues Update on Investigation into the Fatal Catastrophic Tank Failure at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Facility in Longview, Washington
CSB Discovers that Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company Was Told in July 2025 that the Tank Was Not Fit for Continued Service and Could Fail
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The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) today released an update on its investigation into the deadly May 26, 2026, catastrophic failure of a 1.2-million-gallon
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Chemical Safety Board issued the following news release on Aug. 28, 2026:
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U.S. Chemical Safety Board Issues Update on Investigation into the Fatal Catastrophic Tank Failure at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Facility in Longview, Washington
CSB Discovers that Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company Was Told in July 2025 that the Tank Was Not Fit for Continued Service and Could Fail
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The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) today released an update on its investigation into the deadly May 26, 2026, catastrophic failure of a 1.2-million-gallonatmospheric storage tank at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company, LLC (NDP) pulp and paper mill in Longview, Washington. The tank (identified as G Tank) released approximately 900,000 gallons of extremely hot highly caustic white liquor, fatally injuring 11 NDP employees and seriously injuring three others.
The CSB's investigation found that an inspection of the exterior shell of G Tank conducted in July 2025 -- approximately 10 months before the fatal incident -- identified that significant portions of the tank's carbon-steel shell had thinned below the calculated minimum safe thickness.
The inspection contractor's report recommended that NDP internally inspect and repair the identified thinned areas of G Tank's shell. The inspection report also stated that G Tank was "[n]ot fit for continued service" unless it was repaired and that there was a "[h]igh likelihood/consequence of failure". Despite the inspection's findings, G Tank remained in service until it catastrophically failed on May 26, 2026.
NDP conducted additional external inspections of G Tank in October 2025 and February 2026. Both inspections also determined that substantial portions of G Tank's shell remained thinner than the calculated minimum safe thickness. Even after these additional inspections, NDP still did not internally inspect or repair the tank shell, remove it from service, or reduce its operating conditions before it failed.
CSB Chairperson Steve Owens said, "Although the CSB's investigation is still ongoing, we are greatly concerned that the tank was not promptly removed from service or properly repaired after the clear findings in the inspection report."
CSB Investigator-in-Charge Drew Sahli explained, "The minimum safe thickness is the amount of material necessary for an atmospheric storage tank to safely contain its contents. G Tank's shell had areas thinner than the minimum thickness required for continued service at its typical operating conditions."
CSB Supervisory Investigator Mark Wingard said, "The inspection identified significant tank-wall thinning below the minimum safe thickness months before the failure. Our investigation is examining why the tank remained in service without either being repaired, or operated under reduced conditions."
On the day of the incident, May 26, 2026, a process upset required NDP to stop sending white liquor from G Tank to the digestor at the mill where it would have been used to produce pulp from wood chips. However, even though no white liquor was leaving G Tank, white liquor continued to enter the tank from the recausticizing process at the mill, causing the tank level to rise to approximately 90 percent full by 6:22 a.m.
As shown in recently released surveillance footage, at approximately 7:09 a.m., G Tank catastrophically failed, rapidly releasing approximately 900,000 gallons of the scalding hot (200 F) highly corrosive liquid, flooding the surrounding courtyard and nearby buildings where employees were gathered for morning meetings. Eleven NDP employees were fatally injured, and three were seriously injured by the release. Five additional NDP employees and one firefighter sustained injuries but did not require inpatient hospitalization.
CSB Board Member Sylvia Johnson said, "The CSB's investigation will determine the events that led to the tank remaining in service and our investigation will seek to determine how future incidents can be prevented."
The CSB continues to investigate the causes and contributing factors associated with the failure, including NDP's mechanical integrity, inspection and maintenance practices; NDP's actions to inspect, repair, and/or replace G Tank and other atmospheric storage tanks in light of G Tank's deteriorated condition; operating conditions preceding the failure; NDP's emergency response policies and procedures; and regulatory requirements and industry guidance.
The CSB is an independent, nonregulatory federal agency charged with investigating incidents and hazards that result, or may result, in the catastrophic release of extremely hazardous substances. The agency's core mission activities include conducting incident investigations to identify root cause of releases; formulating preventive or mitigative recommendations based on investigation findings and advocating for their implementation; issuing reports containing the findings, conclusions, and recommendations arising from incident investigations; and conducting studies on chemical hazards.
The agency's board members are appointed by the President subject to Senate confirmation. The Board does not issue citations or fines but makes safety recommendations to companies, industry organizations, labor groups, and regulatory agencies such as OSHA and EPA.
Please visit our website, www.csb.gov. For more information, contact Director of External Affairs Hillary Cohen at Hillary.Cohen@csb.gov.
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NTSB Vice Chairman Michael Graham Retiring
WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The National Transportation Safety Board issued the following news release on Aug. 28, 2026:
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NTSB Vice Chairman Michael Graham Retiring
Former naval aviator and safety leader served on five-member panel since 2020
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Michael Graham, the vice chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board, announced Friday he will retire on October 2.
Graham has served on the NTSB's five-member panel since 2020. Board members are presidential appointees confirmed by the U.S. Senate. Graham served as the board member on scene for the 2022 Wings Over Dallas midair collision;
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The National Transportation Safety Board issued the following news release on Aug. 28, 2026:
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NTSB Vice Chairman Michael Graham Retiring
Former naval aviator and safety leader served on five-member panel since 2020
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Michael Graham, the vice chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board, announced Friday he will retire on October 2.
Graham has served on the NTSB's five-member panel since 2020. Board members are presidential appointees confirmed by the U.S. Senate. Graham served as the board member on scene for the 2022 Wings Over Dallas midair collision;the 2023 train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio; the 2025 accident involving a Mexican naval vessel striking the Brooklyn Bridge; and others. Graham was an advocate for deploying connected vehicle technology, efforts to reduce distracted driving and expanding the adoption of safety management systems across all modes of transportation.
"Serving our nation as board member and vice chairman of the NTSB has been one of the greatest honors of my professional career," said Graham, a former F/A-18 pilot and top safety official for Textron Aviation Inc. "I want to thank President Trump for placing his trust and confidence in me for this position, and I am especially grateful for the dedicated safety professionals throughout the NTSB who have helped me fulfill this role. As I conclude my federal service and begin my retirement, I do so with immense pride in what has been accomplished and with confidence in the continued strength and importance of the NTSB's safety mission."
"Mike's integrity, hard work and passion for safety made him an incredible asset to the NTSB, and I am deeply grateful for his service," said NTSB Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy. "This is a job in which tragedy and loss are part of our daily work, and Mike's commitment to the NTSB's mission, expertise and coolness under pressure will be missed. I wish him and his family all the best in his retirement."
To report an incident/accident or if you are a public safety agency, please call 1-844-373-9922 or 202-314-6290 to speak to a Watch Officer at the NTSB Response Operations Center (ROC) in Washington, DC (24/7).
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Original text here: https://www.ntsb.gov/news/press-releases/Pages/NT20260828.aspx
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden Releases Comprehensive Museum Guide
WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release:
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Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden Releases Comprehensive Museum Guide
Richly Illustrated, "Hirshhorn Museum: The Art Handbook" Is a Portable Introduction to Modern and Contemporary Art Through Key Works in the National Collection
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The Smithsonian's Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden has published Hirshhorn Museum: The Art Handbook, a vividly illustrated portable paperback guide to the permanent collection of the Hirshhorn, the national museum of modern and contemporary art.
"We are delighted
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release:
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Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden Releases Comprehensive Museum Guide
Richly Illustrated, "Hirshhorn Museum: The Art Handbook" Is a Portable Introduction to Modern and Contemporary Art Through Key Works in the National Collection
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The Smithsonian's Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden has published Hirshhorn Museum: The Art Handbook, a vividly illustrated portable paperback guide to the permanent collection of the Hirshhorn, the national museum of modern and contemporary art.
"We are delightedto publish this welcoming book for both fans of modern art and readers new to it," said Melissa Chiu, director of the Hirshhorn. "The book builds on research we undertook during the pandemic, which resulted in both our scholarly collection book, Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden: The Collection, and this portable handbook."
The Art Handbook offers a concise yet deeply informed overview of one of the most significant modern and contemporary art collections in the United States, as well as the artistic movements that have given rise to its compelling treasures. Through hundreds of color and black-and-white images, the handbook traces the evolution of the collection from its Modernist foundations--celebrated at the museum's 1974 opening--to its present-day focus on the most innovative practices of the postwar and contemporary eras. Featured works include sculpture, painting, drawing, performance art, installations and new media art, drawn from traditions ranging from Impressionism to Surrealism and Dada to Abstract Expressionism to Conceptual art, alongside sidebars providing definitions of key artistic schools and ideas from the late 19th century to the present day.
Organized for browsing as well as sustained reading, the handbook features key works by such trailblazing artists as Yayoi Kusama, Henri Matisse, Joan Mitchell, Yoko Ono, Pablo Picasso, Auguste Rodin, Betye Saar, Andy Warhol and many others, alongside later figures such as Mark Bradford, Wangechi Mutu, Doris Salcedo, Hito Steyerl and Henry Taylor. Its clear definitions of major art movements and styles are accompanied by statements from artists about their own work, making the book especially accessible.
More than a collection catalog, Hirshhorn Museum: The Art Handbook functions as an armchair museum that allows readers to engage with the breadth of the Hirshhorn's holdings whether they are preparing for a visit, reflecting afterward or encountering the collection from afar. At 216 pages with nearly 400 illustrations, this compact book is designed for portability and reflects the institution's role as a leading voice in 21st century art and culture.
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About the Hirshhorn
The Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden is the national museum of modern and contemporary art and a leading voice for 21st-century art and culture. Part of the Smithsonian, the Hirshhorn is located prominently on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Its holdings encompass one of the most important collections of postwar American and European art in the world. The Hirshhorn presents diverse exhibitions and offers an array of public programs on the art of our time--free to all. The Hirshhorn Museum is open Mondays noon-5:30 p.m. and Tuesdays-Sundays 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (except Dec. 25). For more information, visit hirshhorn.si.edu. Follow the museum on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
Book Details
Hirshhorn Museum: The Art Handbook
Paperback | 61/2 x 81/4 inches | 216 pages
ISBN 978 1 58834 765 7 | $24.95
Smithsonian Books
For review copies, images or additional information, contact Smithsonian Books.
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Original text here: https://www.si.edu/newsdesk/releases/hirshhorn-museum-and-sculpture-garden-releases-comprehensive-museum-guide
End of Summer at the Smithsonian: Visitors Can Celebrate All September Before Major Exhibitions and Historic Buildings Close
WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release:
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End of Summer at the Smithsonian: Visitors Can Celebrate All September Before Major Exhibitions and Historic Buildings Close
Free Circus Arts Programming, Final Days To Visit the Castle and Arts & Industries Building and New Exhibitions Opening This Fall
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September is a month of both farewells and fresh experiences, and as summer gives way to fall, the Smithsonian invites visitors to take advantage of a month filled with special events, major exhibition closings and new openings across its museums.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release:
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End of Summer at the Smithsonian: Visitors Can Celebrate All September Before Major Exhibitions and Historic Buildings Close
Free Circus Arts Programming, Final Days To Visit the Castle and Arts & Industries Building and New Exhibitions Opening This Fall
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September is a month of both farewells and fresh experiences, and as summer gives way to fall, the Smithsonian invites visitors to take advantage of a month filled with special events, major exhibition closings and new openings across its museums.Visitors can take advantage of final opportunities to visit the Smithsonian Castle and Arts & Industries Building while exploring exhibitions throughout various museums that highlight the nation's history, culture and creativity.
Labor Day Weekend Highlights
Folklife Festival Presents the Circus Arts
Saturday, Sept. 5-Monday, Sept. 7; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Visitors can step right up for a weekend of free performances, hands-on activities and behind-the-scenes looks at the artistry, skill and traditions of the American circus. For three days, the "Circus Arts Conservatory: Artistry, Education, and Labor of Circus Arts" pop-up program will feature more than six performances a day at the Arts & Industries Building and clown story time on Monday at the National Museum of American History.
Armenian Food Demo and Musical Performance With the Folklife Festival
Saturday, Sept. 5; 1-2:30 p.m.
Visitors can experience the sights, sounds and flavors of an Armenian American wedding celebration on the National Museum of American History's Wallace H. Coulter Plaza. The free program features cooking demonstrations by Maryland chefs Boris and Berj Ghazarian and live music by acclaimed Armenian a cappella trio Zulal.
Final Opportunities Before They Close
Last Chance To Visit the Smithsonian Castle and the Arts & Industries Building
Both buildings close Monday, Sept. 7
Visitors have a rare opportunity to explore the Smithsonian Castle and Arts & Industries Building, the Institution's first- and second-oldest buildings, respectively, during their final week open to the public before they close Sept. 7. The Castle offers a final chance to experience the historic building before it closes for several years to complete its first major renovation in more than 50 years. When it reopens, more than 60% of the building will be accessible to the public, compared to just 20% before renovations began. At the Arts & Industries Building, visitors can explore the traveling exhibition "Voices and Votes," shop the SAMASAMA Market Aug. 29-30 and celebrate Labor Day weekend with the circus.
Renwick Gallery: "State Fairs: Growing American Craft"
Closes Monday, Sept. 7
"State Fairs" is the first exhibition dedicated to artists' contributions to the great U.S. tradition of state fairs, featuring more than 240 artworks on view. Visitors will not want to miss crowd favorites, including an over 700-pound butter cow sculpture and the towering size-96 boots of Big Tex from the State Fair of Texas.
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden: "Basquiat x Banksy"
Closes Monday, Sept. 7
"Basquiat x Banksy" is an exhibition of two major paintings by two of the world's most recognizable artists, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Banksy, marking the first time that an artwork by either artist has been presented at the Hirshhorn. The exhibition also includes 20 small works on paper and wood that were made by Basquiat between 1979 and 1985.
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum (New York City): "Made in America: The Industrial Photography of Christopher Payne"
Closes Sunday, Sept. 27
For museumgoers in Mew York, the exhibition "Made in America" explores photographer Christopher Payne's decade-long exploration of American industrial and artisanal manufacturing. The exhibition features large-scale photographs of American makers at work, from a Herman Miller furniture factory in Michigan to New Balance sneakers in Massachusetts and Alstom high-speed trains in New York.
Opening This September
Smithsonian American Art Museum: "Much Here Is Beautiful: Photography Surveys of the U.S. Bicentennial"
Opens Friday, Sept. 18
From the California coast to the Kansas heartland to the streets of New York City, the photographs in "Much Here Is Beautiful" capture the people, places and landscapes that defined the nation in the years around the Bicentennial in 1976. The exhibition will be on view through April 18, 2027.
National Museum of Asian Art: "From the Louvre: Masterpieces of Islamic Art"
Opens Saturday, Sept. 26
Making its first and only U.S. stop at the Smithsonian, "From the Louvre: Masterpieces of Islamic Art" presents 26 extraordinary objects spanning more than a millennium of artistic achievement. The masterpieces were created between the seventh and 19th centuries and in a vast geographic area that extends from Spain to India. Visitors can see a striking Syrian-Egyptian basin inlaid with silver figures, an Andalusian bronze lion and a monumental portrait of a Persian king covered with jewels. The exhibition will be on view through January 18, 2027.
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Original text here: https://www.si.edu/newsdesk/releases/end-summer-smithsonian-visitors-can-celebrate-all-september-major-exhibitions-and
Postal Service Issues Commemorative Stamp Celebrating Eight-Day Jewish Holiday
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Postal Service posted the following news release:
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Postal Service Issues Commemorative Stamp Celebrating Eight-Day Jewish Holiday
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The U.S. Postal Service is issuing its ninth Hanukkah stamp, continuing its tradition of honoring the eight-day Jewish holiday observed by millions of people in the United States and around the world.
The first-day-of-issue event for the Hanukkah stamp is free and open to the public. News of the stamp is being shared with the hashtag #HanukkahStamp.
Who:
David Steiner, USPS postmaster general, will be the dedicating
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Postal Service posted the following news release:
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Postal Service Issues Commemorative Stamp Celebrating Eight-Day Jewish Holiday
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The U.S. Postal Service is issuing its ninth Hanukkah stamp, continuing its tradition of honoring the eight-day Jewish holiday observed by millions of people in the United States and around the world.
The first-day-of-issue event for the Hanukkah stamp is free and open to the public. News of the stamp is being shared with the hashtag #HanukkahStamp.
Who:
David Steiner, USPS postmaster general, will be the dedicatingofficial
When:
Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 11 a.m. Central
Where:
Touro Synagogue
4238 St. Charles Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70115
RSVP:
Attendees are encouraged to register at: usps.com/Hanukkahstamp.
Background:
With the release of this new stamp, the Postal Service continues its long tradition of celebrating the joyous Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, which begins at sundown on Friday, Dec. 4.
Hanukkah festivities begin on the 25th day of Kislev on the Hebrew calendar, a date that typically falls in late November or December. Traditional celebrations include singing holiday songs and eating traditional fried foods, such as latkes and sufganiyot, to commemorate the miracle of the oil.
Antonio Alcala, an art director for USPS, designed the stamp with original artwork by illustrator Lisa Perrin, featuring a dark blue dreidel with rust-colored Hebrew letters set against a turquoise background. Framing the dreidel are decorative elements like flowers and foliage in light and dark orange, cream and shades of blue.
The Hanukkah stamp is being issued as a Forever stamp in panes of 20. This stamp will always be equal in value to the current First-Class Mail 1-ounce price.
Postal Products
Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through The Postal Store at usps.com/shopstamps, by calling (844-737-7824), by mail through USA Philatelic or at Post Office locations nationwide. For officially licensed stamp products, shop the USPS Officially Licensed Collection on Amazon. Additional information on stamps, first-day-of-issues ceremonies and stamp-inspired products can be found at StampsForever.com.
The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to more than 170 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is currently pursuing a transformation plan aimed at restoring long-term financial sustainability, improving service, and maintaining the organization as one of America's most valued and trusted brands.
The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.
For USPS media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Threads, and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com.
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IDB and Jeju Province to Advance Sustainable Tourism and Energy Cooperation in Latin America and the Caribbean
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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IDB and Jeju Province to Advance Sustainable Tourism and Energy Cooperation in Latin America and the Caribbean
SEOUL - The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Jeju Province of the Republic of Korea signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a framework for cooperation to advance sustainable tourism development and strengthen energy governance in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Under the agreement, the parties will explore the implementation of digital transformation tools
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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IDB and Jeju Province to Advance Sustainable Tourism and Energy Cooperation in Latin America and the Caribbean
SEOUL - The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Jeju Province of the Republic of Korea signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a framework for cooperation to advance sustainable tourism development and strengthen energy governance in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Under the agreement, the parties will explore the implementation of digital transformation toolsfor smart tourism, including the use of artificial intelligence, data analytics, and other measures to improve tourism management and governance.
The collaboration will also cover activities to promote cost-effective, secure, resilient, and sustainable energy systems across the region through energy governance, regulatory frameworks, and institutional capacity-building.
Through this framework, the IDB and the Jeju Province will promote knowledge exchange and identify opportunities for collaboration that support innovation, institutional strengthening, and sustainable development in LAC in areas where Jeju has valuable experience.
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About the IDB
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), a member of the IDB Group, is devoted to improving lives across Latin America and the Caribbean. Founded in 1959, the Bank works with the region's public sector to design and enable impactful, innovative solutions for sustainable and inclusive development. Leveraging financing, technical expertise, and knowledge, it promotes growth and well-being in 26 countries. Visit our website: https://www.iadb.org/en
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Original text here: https://www.iadb.org/en/news/idb-and-jeju-province-advance-sustainable-tourism-and-energy-cooperation-latin-america-and-caribbean
2027 Affordable Housing Advisory Council Nominations
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 28 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release:
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2027 Affordable Housing Advisory Council Nominations
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The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (Bank) is accepting nominations through October 26, 2026, for seats on its 2027 Affordable Housing Advisory Council (Advisory Council). The 14-person Advisory Council provides guidance to the Bank's Board of Directors (Board) on housing finance and community investment needs in the Bank's five-state District of Arkansas,
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DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 28 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release:
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2027 Affordable Housing Advisory Council Nominations
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The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (Bank) is accepting nominations through October 26, 2026, for seats on its 2027 Affordable Housing Advisory Council (Advisory Council). The 14-person Advisory Council provides guidance to the Bank's Board of Directors (Board) on housing finance and community investment needs in the Bank's five-state District of Arkansas,Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico and Texas. Each Advisory Council member, appointed by the Board, represents groups such as community-based organizations, for-profit and nonprofit organizations, local governments and housing authorities throughout the District. Nominees must reside in the District and in the state they represent, and they should hold a leadership position within their organization which, of itself, should have a demonstrated capacity to assist in the creation of affordable housing and/or bring about community-based economic development. Nominees should also have a history of service in low- and moderate-income housing or community lending in the District.
Employees of Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas member institutions are not eligible to serve on the Advisory Council.
The Bank's member institutions, as well as community and nonprofit organizations located in the District, may submit nominations for the Advisory Council. Eligible individuals may also self-nominate. For 2027, the Bank has open seats representing the following states:
* Arkansas - One vacancy (Three-year term)
* Louisiana - One vacancy (Three-year term)
* Texas - Two vacancies (Each with a three-year term)
The terms for all new Advisory Council members will commence on January 1, 2027.
A nomination form is available here. The deadline to submit nomination forms is October 26, 2026.
Forms may be submitted to ahp@fhlb.com.
For more information, please contact Greg Hettrick, Senior Vice President and Director of Community Investment, at 800.362.2944.
Sincerely,
Sanjay K. Bhasin
President and Chief Executive Officer
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