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IDB Improves Its Transparency Among Major Development Organizations
WASHINGTON, Nov. 5 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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IDB Improves Its Transparency Among Major Development Organizations
November 04, 2026
WASHINGTON -- The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) improved its score in the 2026 Aid Transparency Index, reaffirming its position as a leader in transparency among major international development organizations and maintaining second place globally.
The IDB's score in the Aid Transparency Index increased to 97.1 in 2026 from 96.3 in 2024, reflecting its continued commitment to transparent and accountable
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 5 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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IDB Improves Its Transparency Among Major Development Organizations
November 04, 2026
WASHINGTON -- The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) improved its score in the 2026 Aid Transparency Index, reaffirming its position as a leader in transparency among major international development organizations and maintaining second place globally.
The IDB's score in the Aid Transparency Index increased to 97.1 in 2026 from 96.3 in 2024, reflecting its continued commitment to transparent and accountablereporting. The Index, published by Publish What You Fund every two years, is widely recognized as the global benchmark for transparency in development finance.
"Transparency and development impact go hand in hand. By making information more accessible and systematically reporting our results, we strengthen accountability, build trust among stakeholders, inform better decisions, and support more effective development outcomes for the countries and communities we serve," said IDB Group President Ilan Goldfajn.
The IDB's strong performance this year reflects the successful implementation of the Bank's new Access to Information Policy. In effect since 2025, the policy has strengthened the Bank's proactive disclosure approach. As of December 2025, the IDB had disclosed 19,190 documents, a 19% increase compared with 2024.
In addition, the policy reduced the exceptions to disclosure from 10 to 6, introduced a harm test analysis, which uses objective criteria to determine when information should be protected, and strengthened its governance framework supporting the implementation of the policy.
The Aid Transparency Index assesses the transparency of major development finance institutions based on their disclosure of information under the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI) Standard.
The IDB has been an IATI signatory since 2011 and reports standardized data every month on more than 2,000 sovereign-guaranteed operations approved since 2004. The data allows governments, partners, and citizens to compare and coordinate development financing across the region.
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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.
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Original text here: https://www.iadb.org/en/news/idb-improves-its-transparency-among-major-development-organizations
GSA Announces Commissioner Appointments for Public Buildings and Federal Acquisition Services
WASHINGTON, Nov. 5 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release:
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November 04, 2026
GSA Announces Commissioner Appointments for Public Buildings and Federal Acquisition Services
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced the appointments of Mark S. Weiss as the Commissioner of Public Buildings Service (PBS) and Jennifer M. Hill as the Commissioner of Federal Acquisition Service (FAS).
"I am thrilled to welcome Mark and Jennifer to GSA's leadership team," said GSA Administrator Edward C. Forst. "These industry-leading
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 5 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release:
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November 04, 2026
GSA Announces Commissioner Appointments for Public Buildings and Federal Acquisition Services
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced the appointments of Mark S. Weiss as the Commissioner of Public Buildings Service (PBS) and Jennifer M. Hill as the Commissioner of Federal Acquisition Service (FAS).
"I am thrilled to welcome Mark and Jennifer to GSA's leadership team," said GSA Administrator Edward C. Forst. "These industry-leadingprofessionals bring records of strategic execution, operational discipline, and results-driven leadership that will strengthen GSA's ability to deliver best-in-class value across acquisition and real estate."
Mark S. Weiss is an Executive Vice Chairman at Cushman & Wakefield and is regarded as one of the leading commercial broker/advisor/tacticians within the real estate industry. His expertise ranges across multiple industry sectors, including healthcare, law, finance, technology and manufacturing. With 42 years of experience in commercial real estate, Mr. Weiss has consistently been recognized for innovation and creativity. He has been awarded the Real Estate Board of New York's prestigious Most Ingenious Deal of the Year award five times, as well as similar awards in New Jersey and Long Island.
"At its core, PBS's mission is to provide and manage efficient, cost-effective, and mission-ready workplaces that enable federal agencies to serve the American people," said Mr. Weiss. "We will continue to advance the Trump-Vance Administration's objectives and maintain the integrity of the federal government's real estate portfolio."
PBS serves as the federal government's primary real estate manager, overseeing one of the nation's largest and most diverse real estate portfolios. PBS owns and leases approximately 8,500 assets totaling nearly 360 million square feet, including office buildings, courthouses, land ports of entry, and historic federal properties.
Jennifer M. Hill joined GSA in February 2026 as an advisor to Administrator Forst, where she partnered with FAS leadership to improve government operations through procurement consolidation, streamlined processes, and more strategic use of the federal government's purchasing power.
She spent 30 years at a number of companies, including Goldman Sachs and Bank of America, in roles covering investment banking, leveraged finance, risk, and the executive office. She was the CFO of Bank of America Merrill Lynch, which is the wholesale and wealth management division of Bank of America. For the last 10 years, she has consulted for financial services companies in asset management, specialized lending, banking, and brokerage. She has held a series of board positions for various public and private companies, serving as Chairman, Audit Committee Chair, Risk Chair, and Governance Chair.
"I'm excited to execute on the Administrator's vision for GSA acquisition: buy smarter, move faster, and reduce fraud," said Ms. Hill. "Through teamwork and accountability, we will focus on supporting the Trump-Vance Administration's vision for government by driving efficiency while serving as strong stewards of taxpayer dollars."
FAS plays a central role in helping the federal government operate more efficiently and deliver better value for taxpayers. Through FAS, GSA oversees more than $125 billion in business volume with approximately 16,000 companies. As the acquisition and shared services arm of GSA, FAS provides comprehensive procurement, technology, fleet, travel, and charge card solutions to more than 80 federal agencies.
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About GSA: GSA provides centralized procurement and shared services for the federal government, managing approximately 360 million rentable square feet, overseeing over $126 billion in products and services via federal contracts, and delivering technology services to millions of people across dozens of federal agencies. GSA's mission is to deliver exceptional customer experience and value in real estate, acquisition, and technology. To address nearly $50 billion in delinquent maintenance, GSA is leading a coalition of every cabinet agency and many federal leaders urgently advocating for full Federal Buildings Fund access and raising the prospectus threshold from $4.109 million to $75 million. For more information, visit GSA.gov and follow @USGSA.
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Original text here: https://www.gsa.gov/about-gsa/newsroom/news-releases/gsa-announces-commissioner-appointments-for-pbs-and-fas-11042026
Smithsonian's Regional Collaboratives Initiative in Mississippi Culminates at the National Folk Festival
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release:
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Smithsonian's Regional Collaboratives Initiative in Mississippi Culminates at the National Folk Festival
Participants To Be Recognized for Their Participation in Yearlong Cultural Preservation Workshop Series
November 3, 2026
After nearly a year of training, collaboration and community engagement, participants in the Smithsonian's Mississippi Community Cultural Conservation Program will gather Thursday, Nov. 12-Saturday, Nov. 14, during the 83rd National Folk Festival in Jackson, Mississippi, to be recognized
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release:
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Smithsonian's Regional Collaboratives Initiative in Mississippi Culminates at the National Folk Festival
Participants To Be Recognized for Their Participation in Yearlong Cultural Preservation Workshop Series
November 3, 2026
After nearly a year of training, collaboration and community engagement, participants in the Smithsonian's Mississippi Community Cultural Conservation Program will gather Thursday, Nov. 12-Saturday, Nov. 14, during the 83rd National Folk Festival in Jackson, Mississippi, to be recognizedby Monique Chism, the Smithsonian's Under Secretary for Education, and Barry White, the executive director of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, a Smithsonian Affiliate, to mark the final in-person workshop as part of the program.
Launched in February 2026, the program brought together 30 participants representing 15 museums, historic sites and cultural organizations across Mississippi. Through a series of virtual and in-person workshops, participants received training in collections care, digitization, preservation, disaster preparedness and community-centered storytelling while getting the opportunity to meet with peers across the state. The initiative engaged experts from around the Smithsonian, including the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the National Museum of American History, the Museum Conservation Institute, the Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage and Smithsonian Affiliations as co-teachers, alongside experts in Mississippi.
The Mississippi program is the first project launched through the Smithsonian's Regional Collaboratives, a nationwide initiative designed to deepen partnerships with communities across the country by aligning Institution resources with locally identified priorities. Rather than introducing a predetermined program, the Smithsonian works with community partners to identify priorities and build activities around local needs.
"One of the most important things we heard from community partners was that they wanted opportunities to connect, learn from one another and build capacity for the work they're already leading," Chism said. "This program celebrates the people and organizations across Mississippi who are preserving local history and culture every day."
Throughout the program, participants took part in hands-on learning opportunities tailored to community needs. The initial workshop at Delta State University in Cleveland, Mississippi, focused on digital technologies that can aid museum professionals in preserving material culture, led by Jackson State University's Margaret Walker Center staff.
At another workshop, participants traveled to the University of Mississippi to learn about conservation and collections care, observing the way the Center for the Study of Southern Culture at Barnard Observatory has developed an ecosystem that connects heritage sites, institutional archives, university research and local businesses to create enriching learning experiences.
The latest workshop on Mississippi's Gulf Coast at the Walter Anderson Museum of Art focused on disaster preparedness, where participants practiced emergency response techniques for museum collections and learned strategies for protecting cultural resources before and after emergencies.
The culminating event, taking place Thursday, Nov. 12-Saturday, Nov. 14, will overlap with the National Folk Festival in Jackson Friday, Nov. 13-Sunday, Nov. 15, to provide an opportunity for participants to learn about different approaches to public expressions of culture through folkways, traditional arts and storytelling.
"Partnerships like this demonstrate how national resources and local knowledge can come together to create new opportunities," White said. "The Smithsonian brought resources and specialized expertise, while participants helped shape the program around Mississippi's unique history, communities and cultural traditions. Together, we've built relationships that will continue to strengthen this work in the years ahead."
The Smithsonian will also have a significant presence at the National Folk Festival, including programming from the Smithsonian Folklife Festival. Together, these activities reflect the Smithsonian's commitment to engaging with communities outside of Washington, D.C., and across the country.
As the Smithsonian continues its work to engage communities across the nation, lessons learned in Mississippi will help inform future partnerships. While the nation's 250th anniversary has provided the catalyst for this work, the relationships and knowledge built through programs like this are intended to serve communities for years to come.
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Original text here: https://www.si.edu/newsdesk/releases/smithsonians-regional-collaboratives-initiative-mississippi-culminates-national
Latin America and the Caribbean's Exports Rose 19.5%, Opening Opportunities to Attract More Foreign Investment, IDB Says
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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Latin America and the Caribbean's Exports Rose 19.5%, Opening Opportunities to Attract More Foreign Investment, IDB Says
November 03, 2026
The region's year-on-year growth in the first half of 2026 outpaced the increase in global trade.
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WASHINGTON -- Goods exports from Latin America and the Caribbean grew 19.5% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, outpacing the 14.5% increase in world trade, driven by higher prices for oil and other commodities and by demand for infrastructure associated
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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Latin America and the Caribbean's Exports Rose 19.5%, Opening Opportunities to Attract More Foreign Investment, IDB Says
November 03, 2026
The region's year-on-year growth in the first half of 2026 outpaced the increase in global trade.
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WASHINGTON -- Goods exports from Latin America and the Caribbean grew 19.5% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, outpacing the 14.5% increase in world trade, driven by higher prices for oil and other commodities and by demand for infrastructure associatedwith artificial intelligence (AI). The region's strong export performance opens an opportunity to attract more foreign investment, according to the Trade and Integration Monitor 2026 published by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).
The report notes that, despite a challenging global environment, the region delivered a strong performance, driven mainly by higher export volumes, with rising prices also contributing. Mexico led regional growth (24.6%) on the back of sales of AI infrastructure equipment to the United States. Export growth in the Caribbean (19.1%), concentrated in Guyana and Suriname, and in South America (16.5%) was driven by higher prices for mining and energy products, particularly oil.
"The trade resilience of Latin America and the Caribbean is an opportunity to attract more investment. To seize it, the region can pair its international trade and investment commitments with complementary domestic regulatory frameworks that give investors certainty," said Paolo Giordano, Principal Economist in the IDB's Productivity, Trade, and Innovation Sector.
Key findings of the Monitor
Greater presence in international markets: Latin America and the Caribbean's share of U.S. imports, the main destination for the region's export growth, reached a record high of 22.1% in the first half of 2026, even as U.S. purchases from the rest of the world declined. The region also regained market share in Europe.
Investment opportunities: Although the region still attracts more foreign direct investment (FDI) relative to the size of its economy than any other region, it received 4.5% less investment in 2023-2025 than in 2012-2014, and its share of the global FDI stock fell from 7.1% to 6.0%.
Regulatory architecture as a strategic asset: The region can benefit from double taxation treaties, bilateral investment treaties, and trade agreements with investment chapters, as these are associated with a higher likelihood of investment ties between countries.
According to the Monitor, the provisional application of the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, the modernization of other trade agreements, and the reshaping of global value chains driven by artificial intelligence and the energy transition open a window of opportunity for the region. The report therefore argues that the region's external trade agenda should be accompanied by complementary reforms to national regulatory frameworks and by investment in public goods that lower the costs faced by private companies when expanding into international markets.
About the IDB
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), a member of IDB Group, is devoted to improving lives across Latin America and the Caribbean. Founded in 1959, the IDB 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, the IDB promotes growth and well-being in 26 countries. Visit our website: www.iadb.org/en
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Original text here: https://www.iadb.org/en/news/latin-america-and-caribbeans-exports-rose-195-opening-opportunities-attract-more-foreign-investment
IDB Approves $200 Million in Financing to Strengthen Road Connectivity in Uruguay
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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IDB Approves $200 Million in Financing to Strengthen Road Connectivity in Uruguay
November 03, 2026
WASHINGTON - The Board of Executive Directors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $200 million Global Multiple Works (GOM) loan to finance rehabilitation and maintenance works on Routes 8, 13, 39, and 15 of Uruguay's National Road Network.
The program will finance fifth-generation Rehabilitation and Maintenance Contracts (CREMA), developed as part of the Ministry of Transport
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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IDB Approves $200 Million in Financing to Strengthen Road Connectivity in Uruguay
November 03, 2026
WASHINGTON - The Board of Executive Directors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $200 million Global Multiple Works (GOM) loan to finance rehabilitation and maintenance works on Routes 8, 13, 39, and 15 of Uruguay's National Road Network.
The program will finance fifth-generation Rehabilitation and Maintenance Contracts (CREMA), developed as part of the Ministry of Transportand Public Works' (MTOP) public policy aimed at improving the efficiency of public spending on road infrastructure and implemented in coordination with the Uruguay Road Corporation (CVU).
The contracts are expected to run for seven years and will be structured in two phases. The first phase, expected to last two years, will focus on infrastructure works and pavement rehabilitation. The second, lasting five years, will focus on maintaining quality standards.
The IDB-supported program also includes institutional changes aimed at improving road planning and strengthening road asset management.
"Maintaining roads to the highest standards is key to strengthening competitiveness and connectivity nationwide. This operation reflects one of the priorities of our new Country Strategy: supporting Uruguay in ensuring that its infrastructure investments boost productivity, improve connectivity across the country, and deepen regional integration," said Miguel Porrua, IDB Group Representative in Uruguay.
The operation is the second under a Conditional Credit Line for Investment Projects (CCLIP) approved in 2025 to optimize public spending, improve road asset management, and preserve the country's road network, thereby promoting sustainable economic growth. It is also aligned with the IDB Group's South Connection initiative, which seeks to promote connectivity, facilitate trade, and foster sustainable growth in South America. The $200 million Global Multiple Works loan has a 22.5-year repayment term, an eight-year grace period, and an interest rate based on SOFR.
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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: www.iadb.org/en.
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Original text here: https://www.iadb.org/en/news/idb-approves-200-million-financing-strengthen-road-connectivity-uruguay
EPA Reaches Settlement with Colgate-Palmolive to Bring it Into Compliance with Requirements for Large-Quantity Chemical Imports
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA Reaches Settlement with Colgate-Palmolive to Bring it Into Compliance with Requirements for Large-Quantity Chemical Imports
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NEW YORK - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reached a settlement with the Colgate-Palmolive Corporation to correct violations of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) Rule. This settlement resolves Colgate-Palmolive's failures to report numerous chemical substances imported between 2016 and 2019. The company has certified compliance
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA Reaches Settlement with Colgate-Palmolive to Bring it Into Compliance with Requirements for Large-Quantity Chemical Imports
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NEW YORK - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reached a settlement with the Colgate-Palmolive Corporation to correct violations of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) Rule. This settlement resolves Colgate-Palmolive's failures to report numerous chemical substances imported between 2016 and 2019. The company has certified compliancewith the reporting requirements and paid a $930,000 penalty.
"EPA's data-reporting requirements are essential to protecting human health and the environment," said EPA Region 2 Administrator Michael Martucci. "This settlement is a great example of EPA working with a business to achieve compliance while ensuring that people have the information they need about chemicals in their communities."
In March 2023, an EPA inspection of Colgate-Palmolive's New Jersey facility revealed that the company had failed to report required chemical data for imports that occurred from 2016 through 2019 by the January 2021 deadline. With EPA's assistance, it reported its chemical data in July 2023. The data showed that Colgate had imported 47 chemicals in quantities greater than the reporting threshold and that the company had failed to meet its obligation to file a report by the deadline. EPA worked with the company to bring it into compliance with the requirements and enter into a legal settlement.
Manufacturers and importers of large quantities of chemical substances listed on the TSCA Chemical Substance Inventory are required to report data on chemical manufacturing, processing, and use every four years. EPA uses CDR data to help assess the potential human health and environmental impacts of these chemicals. States, tribes, other agencies, and the public also can use CDR data to understand chemicals in commerce.
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Deputy Administrator Fotouhi Celebrates EPA's Kerr Laboratory's 60th Anniversary During Three-Day Oklahoma Swing
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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Deputy Administrator Fotouhi Celebrates EPA's Kerr Laboratory's 60th Anniversary During Three-Day Oklahoma Swing
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WASHINGTON - On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Deputy Administrator David Fotouhi celebrated the 60th anniversary of the agency's Robert S. Kerr Environmental Research Center in Ada, Oklahoma. For six decades, the Kerr Lab and generations of EPA scientists have worked to meet the challenges of protecting our nation's drinking water from pollution
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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Deputy Administrator Fotouhi Celebrates EPA's Kerr Laboratory's 60th Anniversary During Three-Day Oklahoma Swing
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WASHINGTON - On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Deputy Administrator David Fotouhi celebrated the 60th anniversary of the agency's Robert S. Kerr Environmental Research Center in Ada, Oklahoma. For six decades, the Kerr Lab and generations of EPA scientists have worked to meet the challenges of protecting our nation's drinking water from pollutionand safeguarding our soil and groundwater resources. Deputy Administrator Fotouhi was joined by Assistant Administrator of the Office of International Tribal Affairs Usha-Maria Turner, Associate Administrator of the Office of Applied Science and Environmental Solutions Teresa Booeshaghi, and U.S. House Appropriations Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK-4) to mark the historic day as EPA renewed its commitment to putting science at the forefront of the Agency's work.
"As a proud Oklahoman, it was great to be back in the state to meet with stakeholders, EPA employees, elected officials, tribal leaders, and other federal partners. From EPA's premier ground water research center to the energy production and farms and ranches across the state, Oklahoma is uniquely positioned to meet the needs of our nation," said EPA Deputy Administrator Fotouhi. "EPA stands ready to help all Americans achieve cleaner air, land, and water, while growing our economy, and will continue to rely on the gold standard of science to do so."
"With thriving, diverse industries; abundant natural resources; and even some of our nation's premier Brownfields programs, Oklahoma shows it's possible to protect the environment while promoting economic growth. EPA Region 6 will continue working with our state and local partners to ensure we continue delivering results across the board for the people of Oklahoma," said EPA Region 6 Administrator Scott Mason.
The Kerr Lab celebration was part of a 3-day swing by the Deputy Administrator in Oklahoma to highlight EPA's commitment to advancing the gold standard of science, supporting our nation's agricultural, energy, and aerospace sectors, and cleaning up former contaminated areas for productive community use.
Additionally, on Wednesday, Deputy Administrator Fotouhi toured Boeing's facility in Midwest City, Oklahoma. Boeing employs more than 3,700 people in the Midwest City area and modernizes aircraft for the U.S. military and international allies. The visit highlighted EPA's work to support Oklahoma's manufacturing economy through a more efficient and predictable air-permitting process. Deputy Administrator Fotouhi concluded the day by touring the site remediation work ongoing at Tinker Air Force Base. EPA is committed to continuing to work with its federal and state partners to find practical solutions that protect human health and the environment while also ensuring our nation's warfighters have what they need to be mission-ready.
On Thursday, October 29, 2026, Deputy Administrator Fotouhi and Region 6 Administrator Mason visited Jensen Farms in El Reno, Oklahoma, to see first-hand the realities of running a diversified agricultural operation. The pair was joined by members of the Oklahoma Farm Bureau. Following the tour, both EPA officials participated in a roundtable to hear directly from farmers and ranchers about how federal requirements affect their operations and where EPA can help reduce unnecessary costs and obstacles. Topics of discussion included EPA's proposed new definition of "Waters of the United States" under the Clean Water Act and the agency's work to reduce the pesticide backlog and reverse Diesel Exhaust Fluid deratements.
To conclude events on Thursday, Deputy Administrator Fotouhi and Regional Administrator Mason toured properties in Oklahoma City that have benefited from EPA's Brownfield Redevelopment program, including Scissortail Park, Fire Station #6, The Village at Walnut, and the First National Center. The tour highlighted how the city utilized several agency partnerships to address specific types of pollution at various properties and redeveloped the properties into usable areas for Oklahoma residents.
On Friday, October 30, 2026, Deputy Administrator Fotouhi and Regional Administrator Mason participated in a roundtable discussion with members of the Petroleum Alliance of Oklahoma to speak about EPA's latest announcement to revise the oil and natural gas regulations known as OOOOb/c. The proposal, if finalized, is expected to save $45 billion in costs to consumers and businesses, including families and small businesses operating marginal wells, and to unleash an estimated 210 million additional barrels of oil and 1.41 trillion cubic feet of natural gas. Alongside U.S. Representative Stephanie Bice (R-OK-5), the pair also discussed other actions the agency is taking to unleash American energy dominance.
To conclude the trip, Deputy Administrator Fotouhi and Regional Administrator Mason met with Hamm Institute for American Energy Executive Director Jeff Starling to tour the institute's cutting-edge laboratory. This tour highlighted the high-tech facility that includes configurable well bores and specializes in applied energy research, helping to meet the nation's growing energy demands.
Throughout the visit Deputy Administrator was joined by members of the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, including meeting with Energy and Environment Secretary Chris Schinnerer.
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Original text here: https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/deputy-administrator-fotouhi-celebrates-epas-kerr-laboratorys-60th-anniversary-during
