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I was proud to see CNMI resident Amalia Pangelinan featured by the University of Hawaiʻi for her work supporting the Commonwealth's recovery following Super Typhoon Sinlaku. Amalia, a Master of Social Work student at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, was completing her final internship requirements when the storm struck. Rather than stepping away from the needs around her, she shifted her efforts toward disaster response, supporting food distribution with World Central Kitchen as communities across Saipan worked through the immediate aftermath of the typhoon.
Last week my D.C. office had the pleasure of meeting with Richard Macaraeg, a former Saipan resident and graduate of Saipan Southern High School. He now serves in the Coast Guard and is stationed in Alexandria, Virginia.
This week we welcome Soledad Sablan to our Washington congressional office as our newest summer intern. As a Communications major at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Soledad continues to showcase a strong dedication to serving our islands and giving back to the community. She is eager to deepen her understanding in public service and government engagement throughout her tenure. We are excited to have Soledad join our team this summer and look forward to the insights, creativity, and meaningful contributions she will bring to our office.
On Wednesday I met with Shirlene Ostrov, Mele Songsong, and Dean Fagan representing the Kua Nalu Native Hawaiian Foundation, a Haw
Eastern Power Solutions CEO Daniel Myung and Executive VP Karen Brazell met with me Wednesday to discuss Eastern’s ongoing and planned work
Veterans living in the Northern Mariana Islands and the Freely Associated States face significant barriers to accessing VA health care b
Today, June 22, is the last day for individuals and families affected by Super Typhoon Sinlaku to apply for federal disaster assistance. If you have experienced damage to your home, property, or vehicle, or have incurred disaster-related expenses, I encourage you to take the time today to submit your information and begin the application process. Even if you are unsure whether you qualify, it is important to apply and have your situation reviewed. Assistance may be available for a variety of recovery needs, and the U.S.
I hope all of the dads out there had a wonderful Father’s Day yesterday and had the chance to spend some time with the people who make fatherhood so meaningful.
We were very proud to see Chamorro culture and cuisine highlighted on Hawaii News Now by celebrated chef Sheldon Simeon, a James Beard Award finalist and Top Chef alum who is widely recognized as one of Hawaii’s most influential culinary voices. During the feature, Chef Simeon showcased chicken kelaguen, a beloved Chamorro dish with deep roots in the Marianas, from his new cookbook, Ohana Style. With thousands of Chamorros calling Hawaii home, it is encouraging to see our traditions and flavors being sha