AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDaylight Saving Push: The U.S. House is set to vote this week on the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent and end twice-yearly clock changes, with states allowed to opt out. American Samoa Culture & History: The Jean P. Haydon Museum is now hosting the America 250 special exhibit, featuring artifacts and crafts that trace American Samoa’s journey with the United States. Manu’a Cession Day: American Samoa will observe Manu’a Cession Day as a holiday on Thursday, July 16, with government offices closed and normal activities suspended. Marine Protections vs. Fishing: Wespac is filling seats with fishing-industry figures as conservation groups warn marine protections are being weakened. Local Governance: Gov. Pulaalii Nikolao Pula will open the fourth regular session of the 39th Legislature, with the FY2027 budget expected to dominate. Pacific Earthquake: A magnitude 6.3 quake struck west of the Loyalty Islands; no tsunami threat was reported for Guam, American Samoa, or Hawaii. Public Safety—Robocalls: Kentucky and other AGs are urging the FCC to tighten rules to stop scam calls and texts. Health Watch: Hawai‘i DOH reported a new travel-related dengue case on O‘ahu, bringing 2026 totals to six, and urged residents to eliminate standing water. Air Service: Samoa Airways’ Tutuila–Manu’a flights were extended for six more months by USDOT.
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