AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCitizenship Fight: A conservative Pence-linked think tank is urging Congress to restrict birthright citizenship in U.S. territories, arguing the Insular Cases leave territorial citizenship under congressional control. Courts & Public Safety: In the fatal Kings Restaurant beating case, prosecutors are expected to turn over expert reports and other discovery as the defense pushes for a speedy trial. Local Government & Finance: GovGuam is set to receive $105 million in Section 30 funding on Sept. 15, while the Port Authority board approved the FY2027 budget and moved a $2.8M fuel pipeline design contract forward. Education Oversight: An audit found significant procurement and contract administration deficiencies in GDOE’s 2023 air-conditioning spending, with millions in questioned costs and unresolved units. Utilities: The PUC approved a GWA rate increase effective Oct. 1, and GPA is seeking up to $375M in bonds without raising rates. Tourism & Community: GVB launched an online grants portal for its Tourism Works Micro-Grant, and the Guam Mega Familiarization Tour brings 200+ trade and media visitors Sept. 3-7.
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