AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoInternational Softball Cup: The U.S. women’s national team took on the U.S. Elite at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, with the tournament schedule also featuring American Samoa’s games earlier in the week. Local Sports Spotlight: American Samoa’s team is led by MSU softball coach Samantha Ricketts, with several former Bulldogs joining the International Cup rosters. Deep-Sea Mining Push: The U.S. government is moving ahead with plans to lease deep-sea mining rights in waters around American Samoa, setting up a major public fight over environmental impacts. Voyaging Update: The Moananuiākea Voyage has been extended by a year as weather risks rise across the Western North Pacific. Corrections Governance: American Samoa’s Senate approved a resolution declaring the governor’s executive order shifting Corrections under DPS invalid. Retirement Fund Proposal: The governor is proposing to lower ASG’s Retirement Fund contribution rate to 8% for FY2026–2027. Tax Refunds: A new batch of tax refund checks is set for pickup at the DWYA Center in Pago Pago, with photo ID required. Inflation Watch: American Samoa’s inflation rate rose to 2.3% for Q2 (April–June 2026), with transportation costs leading increases.
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