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Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata was officially sworn in on Friday to serve the people of American Samoa for a sixth term in Congress. The new 119th Congress convened on January 3rd, which is the constitutional start date every two years.
“I am humbled to represent our people of...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — If 2025 is the year you get your money life sorted, you may be wondering where to begin.
In this five-part series, money correspondent Susan Edmunds guides you through the basics.
FIRST UP: SETTING A BUDGET AND GOALS.
Is getting your finances in order top of your New...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On Friday, January 3rd, 2025, the inauguration day for American Samoa's Governor-elect Pulaalii Nikolao Pula and Lt Governor-elect Pulu M. Ae Ae, Jr., began under overcast skies and a light drizzle at Malaeoletau, Fagatogo.
The Fagatogo Pavilion was adorned in red, white...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On October 22, 2024, a male individual contacted the police station to request assistance regarding his daughter who was allegedly causing a disturbance at their home.
The female defendant was apprehended and charged with Count 1: Private Peace DIsturbance (DV), A class...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On October 22, 2024, a female individual contacted the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) and reported that her husband allegedly assaulted her and was causing a disturbance at their home.
The defendant was captured after fleeing the scene and later charged with:
Count 1:...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The enforcement of Public Law 38-12, also known as the Polystyrene Foam Container Ban or “Foam Ban,” is now fully in effect. This law was signed by Governor Lemanu on Feb. 6, 2024, following its passage by the Fono.
The American Samoa Environmental Protection Agency (AS-...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following message for New Year’s Day.
“As I reflect on 2024, I’m grateful for God’s goodness to my family, our territory, and the United States. From a congressional standpoint, we finished up some important efforts. Among those, we...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The inauguration ceremony to officially swear in Pula T. I. Nikolao Pula as the Governor of American Samoa, and Pulu Ae Ae Jr., as Lieutenant Governor will take place today, January 3, 2025 at 11 a.m. at the Malaeoletalu, Fagatogo. The event marks the beginning of their...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Two new Medicaid state planning amendments are expected to go into effect soon for American Samoa.
Children’s orthodontics and dialysis coverage for Hope Dialysis have been submitted for approval after The American Samoa Medicaid State Agency working together with the...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following message for New Year’s Day.
“As I reflect on 2024, I’m grateful for God’s goodness to my family, our territory, and the United States. From a congressional standpoint, we finished up some important efforts. Among those, we...