Seabed Mining & Local Revenue: Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds says if seabed mining moves ahead, CNMI should get a 50% cut of revenues, pushing “50-50” legislation while stressing she’s still conflicted due to gaps in environmental science. Elections & Civic Life: The CEC certified 73 of 75 candidates for the 2026 general election, with two still not cleared—one over signatures and another tied to a residency challenge. Energy Costs: King-Hinds introduced the Affordable Power for the Northern Marianas Act, aiming to dedicate $15M annually in Covenant funding to stabilize and lower electricity rates. Sports & Youth: Saipan’s Simon Tang set a new personal best at the World U20 Championships, showing CNMI talent on the global stage. Culture & Education Exchange: NMC launched its Marianas Education Tourism Program, welcoming a Japanese cohort for English learning and CHamoru-connected cultural exchange through dance. Arts & Tourism Administration: The Arts Council is being moved under the Marianas Visitors Authority, with leaders focused on a smooth transition and getting federal grant payments moving. Community & Health Rights: A federal judge allowed a Saipan resident’s lawsuit over NAP fair-hearing delays to proceed, citing possible due process violations. Disaster Response: The 21st Air Expeditionary Wing supported Typhoon Sinlaku recovery on Tinian and Saipan through cleanup, temporary shelters, and rebuilding support. Immigration Policy Watch: New federal actions on birthright citizenship and “birth tourism” are drawing fresh concern for U.S. territories, including CNMI.