AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFEMA Funding Boost: FEMA just approved over $1.3 million in post-disaster help for Northern Mariana Islands recovery and resilience projects, alongside support for American Samoa, the Havasupai Tribe, and Hawaiʻi—covering repairs to critical infrastructure, public buildings, roads, and safety-related costs. Power Cost Pressure: In the CNMI, the fuel squeeze is still front and center as utilities face higher electricity costs tied to global diesel prices, with residents bracing for affordability hits. Disaster Comms Overhaul: The FCC also voted to streamline its disaster communications reporting system, aiming to cut red tape so providers can focus on restoring service faster. Hurricane Season Watch: NOAA is forecasting an above-average 2026 hurricane and typhoon season in the North Pacific, with El Niño expected to intensify activity. Deep-Sea Mining Push: Meanwhile, the U.S. deep-sea mining rush is accelerating, with regulators fast-tracking permits and companies lining up—though big questions remain about risks and real-world payoffs.
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