AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCNMI Furlough Rules Update: The Civil Service Commission has submitted proposed amendments to modernize CNMI furlough procedures, including a 90-day process timeline, documented OPM-verified austerity conditions, screening for critical federally funded roles, and added employee notice, response, grievance, and recall protections. Biosecurity Overhaul: Customs and Biosecurity says it welcomed the transfer of the CNMI Invasive Species Program under its command, aiming for a “one-stop shop” at ports of entry with training for invasive species enforcement alongside other border threats. Labor Services Closer to Home: The Philippine government’s new Migrant Workers Office in Guam is expected to start serving the CNMI soon, bringing labor document processing closer for Filipino workers now handled through Washington, D.C. Diesel Costs Jump: Diesel prices rose sharply across the islands after a 50-cent increase, with CNMI examples including Mobil at $7.93/gal and higher diesel rates reported on Tinian and Rota—raising expectations for higher fuel-related power and operating costs. Airport Funding Push: A House Transportation panel unanimously advanced a bill to raise the federal share of rural airport project costs to 95% for CNMI and Guam, a key lifeline for tourism and essential services. Disaster Relief Money Moves: FEMA approved nearly $8.2M in post-disaster funding for Hawai’i, Nevada, and the CNMI, including $1.3M under Public Assistance.
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