AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBudget & Governance: Gov. David Apatang signed CNMI’s FY 2027 budget into law but vetoed more than a dozen provisions, including parts tied to minimum work hours and furlough protections, as he said the late delivery left insufficient time to review impacts. Workforce & Immigration Policy: Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds urged HR leaders to back federal action to remove the CW “touchback” requirement, calling it a major drag on recovery projects and the labor pipeline. Tropical Storm Disruptions: The Saipan Chamber of Commerce gubernatorial forum was cut short when a power outage hit during Tropical Storm Choi-Wan, and PSS later shifted Saipan and Tinian schools to half-days before closing Friday. Community & Culture: Tinian artist Joanne Merrick will unveil “Anticipation,” a conch-shell hand sculpture at the airport with dance performances and raffles. Sports & Youth: The 15th DC Classic and NMBF bodybuilding competition returns Oct. 10, while PSS volleyball action continues with RHI leading undefeated after a mid-season tourney. Travel & Tourism: Philippine Airlines will resume nonstop Manila–Saipan flights Oct. 25, boosting family travel and tourism links.
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