AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBirthright Citizenship Push: Guam and CNMI leaders urged U.S. Rep. Morgan Griffith to withdraw his bill targeting birthright citizenship in U.S. territories, warning it could create stateless children and arguing territories can’t be changed unilaterally. Deep-Sea Mining Fight: Pacific voices and American Samoa groups renewed opposition to a proposed federal deep-sea mining lease sale off the territory, calling it dangerous and “reckless,” while local youth and elders held a peaceful “Stand with the Moana” shoreline demonstration. Territory Budget: The American Samoa Government submitted its FY 2027 budget to the Fono, proposing $789.3 million in spending and outlining revenue and branch-by-branch funding changes ahead of hearings starting July 27. Road Infrastructure: DPW secured a $19.3 million BUILD grant to rebuild the Route 001 Leone to Nu’uuli road, targeting safety and drainage improvements. Public Safety Update: The Fagatogo Fire Station reopened after a DOH inspection closure, and DSAR met with ASPA to improve fire response, including hydrant management. Sports & Community: Saina Willis was selected for the American Samoa National Team for the International Cup, and ASCC psychology students donated supplies to families affected by a recent Fagaima fire.
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