AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoWorkforce Safety: Saelua Medical Corporation won a $170,000 federal grant to train about 250 quarry workers and others in emergency response, first aid and mine safety. Seabed Mining: Federal officials advanced plans for two seabed-mining leases offshore American Samoa, while a Congressional Research Service report raised questions about environmental safeguards and the territory’s role in leasing decisions. Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata reiterated her opposition to mining in nearby waters. Air Service: Hawaiian Airlines says a permanent third weekly Pago Pago–Honolulu flight needs new demand, including inbound tourism, group travel and cargo; the extra flight had spread existing passengers across more seats rather than attracting enough new travelers. Shipping Costs: Candidates at an American Samoa Chamber of Commerce forum were asked what federal steps they would take to reduce shipping and fuel costs, which weigh on local families and businesses. USPS delivery standards have also lengthened package transit times to and from the territory, with some Ground Advantage parcels now traveling by surface.
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