AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTropical Storm Choi-Wan Disrupts CNMI: Schools, Northern Marianas College, and government offices closed or shifted schedules as Choi-Wan nears, with Saipan and Tinian under Tropical Storm Condition I and warnings for the northern islands. CNMI Budget Shock: The CNMI government shut down after the 2027 budget wasn’t approved in time, leaving only federally funded posts, autonomous agencies, and “essential services” operating. Pension Payment Halt: Finance says there’s no funding for the Oct. 15 25% pension payment, and retirees may need to pay some obligations directly through GHLI/NMIRF. Child Care Cost Study: CNMI launched an eight-month study to calculate the real operating costs of licensed child care centers, aiming to set subsidy rates that reflect quality care. PAL Flight Restart: Philippine Airlines will resume nonstop Manila–Saipan flights on Oct. 25. Local Leaders Seek Help: CNMI mayors appealed to President Trump for federal assistance amid economic strain and storm recovery. Drug Price Settlement Push: Attorneys general nationwide are seeking court approval for a $400 million Sandoz settlement tied to alleged generic drug price-fixing, with consumers urged to check eligibility.
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