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Medicaid is a critical issue for the CNMI, and I will continue pushing for improvements that better serve our people. So for us to continue that conversation, it’s important you have some background on how the program works in the territories. Medicaid is a federal program that helps cover medical costs for low-income individuals—but unlike the states, where federal support is open-ended, territories like the CNMI operate under an annual funding cap. The federal government currently covers 83% of Medicaid costs, with the CNMI government responsible for the remaining 17%.
This week, former Governor Juan N.
I presented Speaker Mike Johnson with a traditional Chamorro necklace, or "Sinahi," when I met with him this week.
The House Committee on Small Business held a Full Committee Hearing on Wednesday to discuss the role and importance of private sector investment and public-private partnerships in funding small business growth. At the center of discussion was the Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) program – a key part of the SBA's efforts to support small businesses, offering them access to financing that they might not otherwise be able to obtain through traditional means.
This week, I wrote to Acting Director of the U.S.
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April is also Sexual Assault Aware
April is National Financial Literacy Month, and I want to take a moment to acknowledge something many of us face but don’t always talk about—money is stressful. Whether it’s stretching a paycheck, saving for the future, or trying to bounce back after a setback, managing personal finances can feel overwhelming. But you’re not alone—and there’s help out there.
