AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoInternational Cup Softball: The U.S. Women’s Elite beat American Samoa 10-3 in a run-rule finish at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, while the U.S. Women’s national team later topped Canada 10-7 as Rachel Garcia closed it out. Moananuiākea Voyage Update: The Polynesian Voyaging Society is extending the Moananuiākea Voyage by a year, citing higher El Niño-driven weather risks, with added stops that include American Samoa and more across the Pacific. Local Sports Spotlight: American Samoa’s Team American Samoa coach Samantha Ricketts brings MSU alumni to the USA Softball International Cup, including a matchup scheduled against the U.S. Elite. Corrections Governance: American Samoa’s Senate approved a concurrent resolution declaring the governor’s executive order moving the Department of Corrections under DPS invalid. Tax Refunds: Treasury says the next batch of tax refund checks is out today (July 31) at the DWYA Disbursing Office in Pago Pago, with photo ID required. Retirement Fund Proposal: The governor is proposing to cut ASG’s Retirement Fund contribution rate to 8% for FY2026-27, citing the current 14% as unsustainable. Samoa-Related Diplomacy: Governor Pulaali‘i Nikolao Pula arrived in Samoa for meetings with Prime Minister Schmidt, with details expected after talks.
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