AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Fight: American Samoa is being named as the “test case” as the U.S. moves toward leasing millions of acres of seabed for mineral exploration, with Pacific leaders and communities warning of food-security and environmental risks. Local Courts & Public Input: A coalition of territory groups urged the U.S. Supreme Court to require the Air Force to follow federal environmental and community participation rules for dangerous explosives detonation decisions. Federal Funding for Safety: DOJ announced two grants totaling $746,687 for American Samoa’s Criminal Justice Planning Agency to strengthen services for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Air Travel Update: Port officials and Samoa Airways are responding after a runway deviation incident at Fitiuta Airport; no major injuries were reported and the NTSB has been notified. Community & Agriculture: The American Samoa Soil & Water Conservation District and USDA NRCS invite the public to an Aug. 18 Local Working Group meeting at Pago Plaza to shape conservation priorities. Education & Security: The Department of Education warned staff about rising phishing scams targeting ASDOE accounts.
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