AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoShipping Probe: Acting Police Commissioner Leiataua Samuelu Afamasaga says investigations into seven former Samoa Shipping Corporation sailors are still ongoing, but all seven are expected to face drug charges after a February trip flagged suspected meth smuggling. Energy Costs: American Samoa Power Authority announced a fuel surcharge jump that will push residential electricity from 38 cents/kWh in April to 46 cents/kWh in May, with commercial rates also rising. Work Rules Shift: The U.S. Department of Labor moved to rescind the Biden-era overtime rule and restore the 2019 salary thresholds for exempt employees. Deep-Sea Mining Pushback: Locals are organizing a sign-on letter to the Fono urging stronger protections as the Governor sets up a Deep Sea Minerals Steering Committee and community groups press for meaningful territorial participation. Regional Updates: Samoa approved a minimum wage increase, and new fast ferry work continues with Damen representatives meeting PAAS.
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