AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCNMI Disaster Finance: The SBA has approved more than $30 million in disaster loans for CNMI businesses, nonprofits, homeowners and renters after Super Typhoon Sinlaku, with $2.11M for businesses and $30.95M for residents. Local Recovery Funding: The CNMI Senate passed a compromise package for Sinlaku relief and tourism recovery, including $300,000 from CEDA dividends for Tinian and Rota and $960,235.74 in tobacco settlement funds for the Marianas Visitors Authority. Energy & Utilities: CUC is targeting Dec. 2027 completion for a Saipan-Tinian-Rota solar-plus-storage project, while Guam’s PUC approved a GPA fuel surcharge increase that raises average residential bills. Workforce Rules: USDOL approved CNMI’s 2026 prevailing wage study for the CW-1 program, effective July 1, 2026. Tourism Leadership: MVA deputy managing director Judy Torres received a PATA Award of Merit. Storm Watch: Tropical Storm 09W/Bavi models shifted closer to Guam, and regional agencies urged residents and businesses to finalize 7–10 day preparedness kits. Birth Tourism Politics: Congress is moving to rein in birth tourism after the Supreme Court preserved birthright citizenship, setting up new federal legislative fights. Business Moves: A Guam oncologist opened a new practice at Tumon Sands Plaza, and Guam’s bar sector is shrinking amid inflation and labor strain.
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