AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Push: BOEM and the Marine Minerals Administration advanced proposed mineral leasing off the Northern Mariana Islands, including steps toward a Mariana Trench Outer Continental Shelf lease sale, with draft terms, environmental review, and future Federal Register notices—while critics warn of irreversible harm to fragile ecosystems. Power Restoration Funding Crunch: Commonwealth Utilities Corp. says a stalled $40M emergency line of credit is slowing post-typhoon restoration; CUC’s counsel is moving toward asking for a recovery surcharge as lawmakers debate a House-Senate path. Tinian Scheduled Outages: CUC scheduled power interruptions Aug. 19, 21, and 23 (8 a.m.–2 p.m.) for pole and equipment work, with motorists urged to use caution. Tinian Internet Casino Fight: CNMI Supreme Court heard arguments over whether Tinian’s internet-only casino and “stable token” law exceeds local authority. CNMI Budget Pressure: FY2027 budget forecast drops $4.6M as disaster recovery and obligations remain elevated. Disaster Aid Opens for Bavi: SBA rural disaster loans are available for Saipan and Tinian after Super Typhoon Bavi, with application deadlines set. Education Funding Uncertainty: A review highlights the unresolved meaning of “general revenues” in the 25% PSS constitutional floor as lawmakers prepare for the Aug. 19 PSS budget hearing. Local Business & Community: Saipan Chamber canceled its September general meeting; youth film awards and a Project HOPE outreach campaign targeted illegal sales to minors.
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