AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCourt Fight for Sinlaku Families: Families of three MV Mariana crew members lost at sea after Super Typhoon Sinlaku asked CNMI Superior Court to intervene after the Coast Guard refused a request for live testimony from the lead investigator, saying federal law bars it in civil probate cases. Visa Policy in the Senate: A U.S. Senate debate centered on Senator Rick Scott’s push to end visa-free travel for Chinese nationals to the CNMI under a “One Nation, One Visa” proposal, with Senator Martin Heinrich warning it could hurt the islands’ economy. Sports & Community: The Northern Marianas Basketball Federation held a rescheduled general meeting and board election, naming Patrick Guerrero president, while badminton returned to Saipan with international tournaments drawing more than 200 players and officials from 20 countries. Typhoon Recovery Support: GTA and the Mayor’s Council of Guam delivered supplies to Rota for Super Typhoon Bavi recovery, and Guam Guard officials said they’re still awaiting activation orders to assist CNMI. Health Care: Todu Guam Foundation announced two new doctors and a new partnership with the Isla Community Health Center to expand care across Guam and the Northern Marianas. Policy Watch: The House passed a bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent, though Senate approval is uncertain, and Orthodox Jewish groups oppose it over prayer timing. Drug Pricing Settlement: Attorneys general announced a $29.6 million Glenmark settlement over alleged generic drug price-fixing, with CNMI residents potentially eligible if they bought covered drugs between May 2009 and Dec. 2019.
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