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USAID: Administrator Samantha Power Meets With Kyrgyz Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Akylbek Japarov

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following readout on April 15, 2024:

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The below is attributable to Spokesperson Jessica Jennings:

Today, Administrator Samantha Power met with Kyrgyz Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Akylbek Japarov. They discussed USAID's long standing support for the people of the Kyrgyz Republic, in areas including education, agriculture, and health, as well as opportunities for strengthening cooperation on bolstering economic development, trade, digitalization, and investment in rural communities. Chairman Japarov highlighted ... Show Full Article

Smithsonian Institution: National Museum of American History Acquires Marcella Hazan Culinary Tools

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release:

Marking the centennial of Marcella Hazan's (1924-2013) birth, the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History has received a donation from the family of the influential cookbook author and legendary teacher of regional Italian cuisine in the United States and United Kingdom. Hazan is widely known for her six cookbooks on the cuisines of Italy, published between 1973 and 2004. Her husband Victor Hazan, an authority on Italian food and wine, and son Giuliano, a chef and cooking teacher, donated 20 of her ... Show Full Article WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release: Marking the centennial of Marcella Hazan's (1924-2013) birth, the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History has received a donation from the family of the influential cookbook author and legendary teacher of regional Italian cuisine in the United States and United Kingdom. Hazan is widely known for her six cookbooks on the cuisines of Italy, published between 1973 and 2004. Her husband Victor Hazan, an authority on Italian food and wine, and son Giuliano, a chef and cooking teacher, donated 20 of herspecialized Italian cooking tools, including a passatelli press, garganelli pasta comb, a mattarello for rolling out pasta, her wood cutting board, lasagna pan and her cotton apron to the museum's food history collections. The donation also includes a selection of her recipe notebooks, written in Italian, that will be housed in the museum's Archives Center.

"As the nation's flagship history museum, home to the beloved Julia Child's kitchen, we explore and share the wonderfully vast and complicated intersections of history and food," said Anthea M. Hartig, the museum's Elizabeth MacMillan Director. "Understanding the richness of our culinary traditions alongside the complexities of the nation's past helps us make sense of contemporary experiences and enables us to move forward and create a better shared future."

"Through her popular books, Marcella Hazan introduced American and British cooks to a wide range of ingredients, culinary techniques and regional dishes at a time when many in the U.S. had no understanding of the diversity of Italian cuisines," said museum curator Paula Johnson. "Her story is one of diligence and excellence, and we are thrilled that her legacy will be preserved in our national collections through these objects."

"We are elated that Marcella's life work, her tools, her recipes, notes and books have found a home in the permanent collections at the Smithsonian," Victor Hazan said. "Some of the tools that were knocking about Marcella's kitchen had also knocked about her mother's kitchen, and previously, in her grandmother's, but as Marcella said the best kitchen tools are a cook's hands, which was a bold statement from a woman whose right hand became deformed and limited in use after a childhood accident."

Hazan's cooking style was influenced by her upbringing in the fishing village of Cesenatico, Italy. The produce from her family's garden and fresh fish inspired her lifelong quest for fresh ingredients while she also practiced the Italian style of simple, efficient approaches to cooking and eating. Hazan immigrated to the United States with her husband in 1955, and they made their home in New York City where she opened a small cooking school in her apartment in 1969 and published her first cookbook, The Classic Italian Cookbook, in 1973. Through her cookbooks, she introduced readers to the structure of the traditional Italian meal and to dishes and techniques largely unknown outside of Italy; she used ingredients such as balsamic vinegar and pesto and explained how to make fresh pasta. Hazan was the recipient of numerous awards, including the International Association of Culinary Professionals Lifetime Achievement Award (2004), Cavaliere della Stella della Solidarieta Italiana Award (2003) and the James Beard Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award (2000).

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About the Museum

Through incomparable collections, rigorous research and dynamic public outreach, the National Museum of American History seeks to empower people to create a more just and compassionate future by examining, preserving and sharing the complexity of our past. The museum, located on Constitution Avenue N.W., between 12th and 14th streets, is open daily except Dec. 25, between 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Admission is free. The doors of the museum are always open online and the virtual museum continues to expand its offerings, including online exhibitions, PK-12 educational materials and programs. The public can follow the museum on social media on Instagram and Facebook. For more information, go to https://americanhistory.si.edu. For Smithsonian information, the public may call (202) 633-1000.

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Original text here: https://www.si.edu/newsdesk/releases/national-museum-american-history-acquires-marcella-hazan-culinary-tools

SBA Disaster Assistance Available to Oregon Private Nonprofit Organizations

SACRAMENTO, California, April 16 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release on April 15, 2024:

Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to certain private nonprofit organizations in 11 Oregon counties and the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians following President Biden's federal disaster declaration for Public Assistance as a result of severe winter storms, straight-line winds, landslides and mudslides that occurred Jan. 10 - 22, 2024, announced Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Private nonprofits that ... Show Full Article SACRAMENTO, California, April 16 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release on April 15, 2024: Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to certain private nonprofit organizations in 11 Oregon counties and the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians following President Biden's federal disaster declaration for Public Assistance as a result of severe winter storms, straight-line winds, landslides and mudslides that occurred Jan. 10 - 22, 2024, announced Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Private nonprofits thatprovide essential services of a governmental nature are eligible for assistance.

These low-interest federal disaster loans are available in Benton, Clackamas, Coos, Hood River, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Multnomah, Sherman, Tillamook, Wasco and the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians.

"Private nonprofit organizations should contact the Oregon Department of Emergency Management, by emailing oem.pa-recovery@oem.oregon.gov to obtain information about Applicant briefings," said Francisco Sanchez Jr., associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the Small Business Administration. "At the briefings, private nonprofit representatives will need to provide information about their organization," continued Sanchez. The Federal Emergency Management Agency will use that information to determine if the private nonprofit provides an "essential governmental service" and is a "critical facility" as defined by law. FEMA may provide the private nonprofit with a Public Assistance grant for their eligible costs. SBA encourages all private nonprofit organizations to apply with SBA for disaster loan assistance.

SBA may lend private nonprofits up to $2 million to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory and other business assets. SBA can also lend additional funds to help with the cost of improvements to protect, prevent or minimize disaster damage from occurring in the future.

For certain private nonprofit organizations of any size, SBA offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans to help with meeting working capital needs caused by the disaster. Economic Injury Disaster Loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that cannot be paid because of the disaster's impact. Economic injury assistance is available regardless of whether the nonprofit suffered any property damage.

The interest rate is 3.25 percent with terms up to 30 years. The deadline to apply for property damage is June 12, 2024. The deadline to apply for economic injury is Jan. 13, 2025.

Interest does not begin to accrue until 12 months from the date of the first disaster loan disbursement. SBA disaster loan repayment begins 12 months from the date of the first disbursement.

Applicants may apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information at SBA.gov/disaster. Applicants may also call SBA's Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.

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Original text here: https://www.sba.gov/article/2024/04/15/sba-disaster-assistance-available-oregon-private-nonprofit-organizations

SBA Disaster Assistance Available to California Private Nonprofit Organizations

SACRAMENTO, California, April 16 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release on April 15, 2024:

Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to certain private nonprofit organizations in California following President Biden's federal disaster declaration for Public Assistance as a result of severe winter storms, tornadoes, flooding, landslides, and mudslides that occurred Jan. 31 - Feb. 9, 2024, announced Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Private nonprofits that provide essential services of a governmental nature ... Show Full Article SACRAMENTO, California, April 16 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release on April 15, 2024: Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to certain private nonprofit organizations in California following President Biden's federal disaster declaration for Public Assistance as a result of severe winter storms, tornadoes, flooding, landslides, and mudslides that occurred Jan. 31 - Feb. 9, 2024, announced Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Private nonprofits that provide essential services of a governmental natureare eligible for assistance.

These low-interest federal disaster loans are available in Butte, Glenn, Los Angeles, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz, Sutter and Ventura counties.

"Eligible organizations should contact the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Recovery Section by emailing disasterrecovery@caloes.ca.gov to obtain information about applicant briefings," said Francisco Sanchez Jr., associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the Small Business Administration. "At the briefings, private nonprofit representatives will need to provide information about their organization," continued Sanchez. The Federal Emergency Management Agency will use that information to determine if the private nonprofit provides an "essential governmental service" and is a "critical facility" as defined by law. FEMA may provide the private nonprofit with a Public Assistance grant for their eligible costs. SBA encourages all private nonprofit organizations to apply with SBA for disaster loan assistance.

SBA may lend private nonprofits up to $2 million to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory and other business assets. SBA can also lend additional funds to help with the cost of improvements to protect, prevent or minimize disaster damage from occurring in the future.

For certain private nonprofit organizations of any size, SBA offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans to help with meeting working capital needs caused by the disaster. Economic Injury Disaster Loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that cannot be paid because of the disaster's impact. Economic injury assistance is available regardless of whether the nonprofit suffered any property damage.

The interest rate is 3.25 percent with terms up to 30 years. The deadline to apply for property damage is June 12, 2024. The deadline to apply for economic injury is Jan. 13, 2025.

Interest does not begin to accrue until 12 months from the date of the first disaster loan disbursement. SBA disaster loan repayment begins 12 months from the date of the first disbursement.

Applicants may apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information at SBA.gov/disaster. Applicants may also call SBA's Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.

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Original text here: https://www.sba.gov/article/2024/04/15/sba-disaster-assistance-available-california-private-nonprofit-organizations

Perspectives on History: AAPI Voices in the American Story at the National Archives

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The National Archives and Records Administration issued the following news release on April 15, 2024:

In celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, the National Archives presents "Perspectives on History: AAPI Voices in the American Story" on Wednesday, May 1, at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT. The event will feature leading voices in the AAPI community as they discuss the role historians and media have played in our nation's cultural storytelling and the impact AAPI voices have and will continue to have on that narrative in the future.

"The American ... Show Full Article

NASA Welcomes Switzerland as Newest Artemis Accords Signatory

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- NASA issued the following news release on April 15, 2024:

Switzerland became the 37th country to sign the Artemis Accords at NASA Headquarters in Washington on Monday, April 15, affirming Switzerland's commitment to the sustainable and beneficial use of space for all humankind.

"Today, we marked a giant leap forward in the partnership between the United States and Switzerland," said NASA Administrator Bill Nelson. "As we welcome you into the Artemis Accords family, we expand our commitment to explore the unknown openly and peacefully. Discovery strengthens goodwill on ... Show Full Article

2 Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas Members Recognized for Community Investment Commitments

DALLAS, Texas, April 16 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release on April 15, 2024:

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Bank of Anguilla and Arvest Bank Receive CARE Award

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The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) recognized two member financial institutions for their commitment to community investment by naming them 2024 Community Area Revitalization Efforts (CARE) Award recipients. Bank of Anguilla in Anguilla, Mississippi, and Arvest Bank, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas, were honored today during FHLB Dallas' ... Show Full Article