Robocall Crackdown: A bipartisan push led by multiple U.S. attorneys general is urging the FCC to strengthen “Know Your Upstream Provider” rules, aiming to stop illegal robocalls before they reach consumers by requiring tougher vetting, monitoring, and enforcement on phone networks. Local Governance & Oversight: In American Samoa, the Senate Government Operations Committee has scheduled hearings tied to ARPA interest investments and the American Samoa Telecommunications Authority, spotlighting questions about funding sources and whether Fono authority was followed. Travel Costs for Territories: DOD has raised Guam per diem rates for civilian travel—meals to $111 and incidentals to $27 (total $317)—and the update also applies to American Samoa, affecting local hospitality demand. Deep-Sea Mining Fight: Environmental and community groups have filed lawsuits challenging deep-sea mining lease decisions near the Marianas and Guam, while territorial leaders and lawmakers continue pressing for stronger protections, more consultation, and limits on fast-track permitting. Regional Business & Security: The American Samoa delegation attended PIF-related discussions with U.S. officials on aligning federal Pacific engagement with territorial economic development, infrastructure needs, and maritime security. Public Health Enforcement: Environmental Health Services shut down two businesses and a government hangar facility in American Samoa for sanitation and health regulation violations. Labor & Immigration Policy: A new Senate bill proposes a one-time critical guest worker amnesty for foreign nationals without valid status, while a separate proposal would pause a controversial immigration provision for 12 months. Media & Local Talent: South Seas Broadcasting’s John Raynar is featured as a narrator in a Pro Football Hall of Fame TV commercial, highlighting off-island business reach. Meta Settlement: American Samoa is included in a multistate Meta settlement requiring new child-safety limits and age verification upgrades for Instagram and Facebook.