Disaster Recovery Funding: Congress approved a major disaster recovery package that could add billions for rebuilding after storms and wildfires, with HUD expected to steer more money toward lower-income areas and households. Pacific Fishing Policy: Trump’s executive order reopening protected Pacific waters is drawing mixed reactions, with Marianas leaders saying it could boost local fishing while others warn about ecosystem impacts. Telecom & Local Costs: The FCC’s AWS-3 spectrum auction wrapped above $3.5B; analysts noted per-unit prices varied widely, including low rates reported for American Samoa. Citizenship Fees & Travel: A Trump administration proposal would raise USCIS citizenship filing and appeal costs, potentially affecting people seeking U.S. passports. Local Health Access: American Samoa launched a new HCBS website (hcbs.as.gov) to connect residents and providers with home- and community-based care options, with a hotline planned. Veterans Lab Expansion: The Faleomavaega Eni Fa’aua’a Hunkin VA Clinic opened a nearly $2M expanded lab facility to speed testing and improve veteran care locally. Governance & Land Use: The Zoning Board revisited who should receive lease payments for Atu‘u land tied to foreign-owned businesses, renewing calls for clearer rules. Public Safety: Police arrested a man after an alleged disturbance following his release from prison, and another suspect faces charges after an alleged burglary involving over $10,000 in cash. Energy & Power (Regional): CPA and Eastern Power Solutions signed an MOU for a solar farm at Saipan airport property, aimed at financing and operating a new solar facility. Deep-Sea Mining Debate: Op-eds and analysis continued on deep-sea mining’s risks, leadership, and what American Samoa should demand from federal decision-making.