Robocall Crackdown Push: A bipartisan wave of 49 state attorneys general, including American Samoa’s own AG, is urging the FCC to tighten rules that would cut scammers off from buying and cycling legitimate phone numbers—after Americans reportedly lost nearly $2 billion last year to scam robocalls and texts. Infrastructure Funding: The U.S. DOT announced about $1.73B in 2026 BUILD grants across 127 projects, with roughly 77% going to roads and bridges; awards also include American Samoa. Telecom Upgrade for Resilience: DXN won an AU$1M contract to build an American Samoa Telecommunications Authority Cable Landing Station for the La Vasa subsea fiber project (US$45M), targeting operations by Q3 2026. Local Business Compliance: American Samoa DOH’s Environmental Health Services warned that operating without a valid business license can lead to closure and stricter enforcement, including no inspections for renewals without proper documentation. Community & Public Safety: Calls are growing to reopen the Fagatogo Fire Station after two recent fires, including one that damaged holding cells at DPS Fagatogo. Education & Opportunity: Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata congratulated Lucas “Hoss” Foster on American Samoa’s first-ever FCCLA national scholarship and leadership conference milestones in Washington, D.C. Student Loan Costs: The American Samoa Democratic Party criticized new federal student loan changes effective July 1, saying higher monthly payments could add pressure amid a rising cost of living. Independence Day Wrap: American Samoa closed out America 250 with a major July 4 celebration at Lions Park featuring a synchronized 300-drone show and fireworks.