April 2021
More tax refunds released Thursday — Not April Fool’s joke
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — ASG Treasurer Malemo Tausaga, in a brief statement yesterday afternoon, announced that the sixth batch of tax refunds — more than $750,00 — is scheduled for rel
Amata proposes bill to ease path to citizenship for U.S. Nationals who desire it
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata has introduced a bill in the 117th Congress that would enable any U.S. National who wishes to do so to convert to U.S.
High Court needs more information from TCF in Kelemete and Isaia cases
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Chief Justice Michael Kruse has issued subpoenas for the TCF Warden and the Watch Commander who was on duty on Feb. 17, 2021, to appear in court on Apr.
Pacific community included in anti-Asian violence measures
Washington, D.C. — The Biden administration has announced measures to respond to rising anti-Asian violence in the United States.
Applications for energy program funding now open to U.S. territories
WASHINGTON — The U.S.
Biden plan to conserve more ocean habitat worries Pacific fishing interests
Construction in Fagaima draws questions from residents
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A new warehouse on a lot — once grassy and empty — across from the Ave o le Fetuao Methodist Church in Fagaima has raised concerns from nearby residents and others.
Task Force updates policies for repat flights and border protection
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The COVID-19 Task Force continues to discuss ways to improve processes for repatriation flights as well as implement new policies aimed at protecting American S
Govt leaders gather in Ofu photo & caption
Port Administration Department photo taken at Ofu island late last week shows Port Administration director, Christopher King (at podium front) speaking to a gathering, which includes Gov.