AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoOIA Funding Push: Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata says the House Appropriations Committee advanced four American Samoa priorities, including a $1M boost to the OIA Operations fund (to a record $30M), $3M for ASCC, and a federally funded report on Pago Pago Port improvements—plus a separate $1M earmark for Port of Pago Pago work in 2027. Maritime Infrastructure: PAAS updated plans for the Aunu’u Wharf Reconstruction Project: a new wharf and boat ramp at the current site, with USACE moving through 35% design and a NEPA Environmental Assessment; the facility will support both Alia passenger service and cargo landing craft, with $3.7M estimated cost and construction targeted for late 2027–before 2029. Deep-Sea Mining Fight: American Samoa leaders renewed calls for a moratorium as NOAA advances deep-sea minerals review steps and the U.S. prepares potential lease sales; Amata stresses no shortcuts, a full science-based EIS, and concerns about sediment “plumes” harming fish stocks. Ocean Skills & Youth: A local student was selected for a 2026 Seafloor Mapping & Hydrography internship aboard E/V Nautilus, and American Samoa STEAM Fest 2026 brought hands-on learning, solar car challenges, and career exploration to students and families. Local Politics: Sandra King Young officially registered her campaign committee with the FEC to run for Delegate to Congress. Invasive Species: Little Fire Ants continue spreading, with at least 26 detected sites on Tutuila and ongoing concerns for agriculture and daily life.
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