AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCNMI Government Shutdown: Gov. David Apatang ordered a partial government shutdown at the start of FY 2027 after the 2027 budget arrived too late for review, closing offices and furloughing an undetermined number of employees except federally funded posts, autonomous agencies, public corporations, and “essential services.” Storm Response: Tropical Storm Choi-Wan passed closest to Saipan and Tinian but kept the pressure on, with NWS warning dangerous conditions could continue as it strengthens and turns; schools, Northern Marianas College, and government offices closed, employees were released early, and Saipan/Tinian were under Tropical Storm Condition I. Power Disruption: CUC reported a Kiya 1 outage affecting multiple Saipan areas, with phone lines down. Air Connectivity: Philippine Airlines will resume nonstop Manila–Saipan flights Oct. 25 (twice weekly). Local Advocacy: CNMI mayors asked President Trump for federal help amid economic strain and recovery from Super Typhoons Sinlaku and Bavi, backing the governor’s 902 appeal. Workforce Policy: Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds renewed her push to remove the CW-1 touchback requirement, saying it disrupts businesses and recovery projects.
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