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Since opening in 2018, Chochu Local has become a beloved small business in Portland, Oregon, proudly sharing Chamorro food and culture in the Pacific Northwest.  Owned by Joy and Mike San Nicolas, the food cart was recently featured in local Oregon news for its efforts to raise funds supporting Super Typhoon Sinlaku recovery efforts in Saipan, Tinian, and Chuuk.  Through their fundraiser at Rose City Food Park, Chochu Local donated proceeds and direct contributions to support relief efforts and free c

This week the D.C. office had the privilege of welcoming Antonio Cabrera, a former Saipan resident. He now lives in Virginia and works in the restaurant industry. After he visited the office, he was then taken on a tour of the Capitol by staff and got to see its historic chambers. Thanks for visiting and come again soon!

Last Tuesday, I was honored to visit the American Red Cross Open House in the Rayburn House Office Building and recognize the great work the Red Cross does for communities across our nation and in the CNMI.  I pointedly recognized the NMI Chapter of the Red Cross for their hard work, sacrifice, and unwavering partnership during recovery efforts following Super Typhoon Sinlaku.  From shelter operations to community assistance and preparedness, their dedication has made a real difference for our islands.  It was also nice to learn more about the Red Cross’ lifesaving prog

I’m proud to join Senators Mazie Hirono, Brian Schatz, along with Representatives Jill Tokuda and Ed Case, in introducing a bicameral resolution commemorating the 70th anniversary of the U.S.

We are pleased to share that the Commonwealth Ports Authority has been awarded $2.095 million through the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Terminal Program to support improvements at the Saipan International Airport.  This funding will help modernize terminal operations through the installation of common-use equipment at ticket counters and boarding gates, improving operational flexibility and reducing passenger wait times for travelers and families flying through Saipan.  As our islands continue rebuilding and strengthening critical infrastructure, investments like

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced $9.45 million in new grant

The Commonwealth’s Department of Public Works will receive $1 million under the

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Along with my colleagues, on Wednesday I voted to advance several bipartisan bills out of the Small Business Committee.