Robocall Crackdown: A bipartisan wave of U.S. attorneys general is urging the FCC to tighten “Know Your Upstream Provider” rules, pushing phone companies to better vet upstream partners to stop illegal robocalls from reaching consumers. Territorial Tech & Trade: On the sidelines of the Pacific Islands Forum, an American Samoa delegation met U.S. officials on aligning federal support with territorial infrastructure, maritime security, and non-debt grant financing. Seabed Mining Pushback: Lawmakers and community groups are escalating opposition to deep-sea mining around the Marianas and near American Samoa—highlighting calls for stronger local consultation, public input, and legal challenges to federal lease decisions. Local Health Enforcement: American Samoa’s Environmental Health Services shut down two businesses and a government building after sanitation and public health violations. Food Prices Watch: The Basic Food Index in American Samoa edged up in August, with rice, milk, fish, and taro among the notable increases. Industry Spotlight: Coastweeks 2026 kicked off at Tafuna Industrial Park, bringing together vendors and partners for the annual industry celebration. Human Trafficking Case: DHS arrested a Vietnamese couple in American Samoa on alleged trafficking-related charges, including allegations involving a minor. Youth STEAM: The Foeoletini Foundation wrapped its PITA Jr. Summer Bootcamp, training 10–12-year-olds in STEAM and engineering basics. Guest Worker Bill: A new Senate proposal would create a one-time 90-day amnesty for out-of-status residents to apply for a Critical Guest Worker permit tied to key employers like StarKist Samoa.