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March 6, 2026
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On Thursday, the House Veterans Affairs Committee held a Health Subcommittee Hearing on TBI in veterans.During the hearing, I tho

Issues: Veterans

March 6, 2026
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On Wednesday, I had the privilege of

Issues: Transportation and Infrastructure

March 6, 2026
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This week, I introduced legislation that combines two of my favorite things - veterans and small businesses.

Issues: Economy

March 6, 2026
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On Tuesday and Wednesday of this week, the House Veterans Affairs Committee and Senate Veterans Affairs Committee joi

Issues: Veterans

February 27, 2026
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A recent report highlights growing international concern over declining eel populations, including the Japanese eel, which reproduces near the CNMI before traveling to East Asia.  Known as unagi, this prized delicacy is cherished in Japan and is also enjoyed here in the CNMI, reflecting the deep cultural and culinary ties between our islands and Japan.  As demand for unagi grows, eel populations face pressures from habitat loss, overfishing, and environmental changes.  For the CNMI, this issue hits close to home.  Our waters play a critical role in the life cycle o


February 27, 2026
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Joining Erlinda in Washington D.C. was her son, Steven Dela Cruz, who serves as a Police Officer for VA in Arkansas. Steven sat down with my VA Staffer and educated her on what it’s like to serve as a Police Officer for VA and how it’s different from other departments. Thank you Steven for sharing your knowledge and expertise!

Issues: Veterans

February 27, 2026
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It was wonderful to meet with Ms. Erlinda Naputi who has worked for the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library for over 30 years and is currently the Library Director. Erlinda highlighted the many services the library provides to our community and the importance of funding it for everyone to enjoy. From supplying resources for special needs children to being a place the entire family can enjoy, the library has over 200 neighbors visit every week!


February 27, 2026
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This week I voted in favor of supporting legislation that prioritizes our veterans in a

Issues: Veterans