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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.
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Kimberlyn King-Hinds has introduced HR 9316, the Travel Assistance for Veterans in Medical Deserts Act, to expand eligibility for Department of Veterans Affairs beneficiary travel reimbursements for veterans residing in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and the Freely Associated States.
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
Last week, our Washington congressional office welcomed Lizzy Vise as a John A. Knauss Fellow for a year-long placement. Sponsored by the National Sea Grant College Program, Lizzy will support the office on marine policy issues and related legislative priorities. Lizzy is a 2026 M.S. candidate in Environmental Science at Louisiana State University and previously earned her B.S. in Coastal Environmental Science from LSU. We are excited to have Lizzy on the team and look forward to the expertise and perspective she will bring to the office. Welcome aboard, Lizzy!
On Wednesday, the congressional office hosted National Foster Youth Institute (NFYI) Kansas Delegate Billie Brannon as part of the 2026 Congressional Foster Youth Shadow Day. The program gives young people with lived experience in foster care the opportunity to share their perspectives directly with Members of Congress and help inform child welfare policy. Billie discussed her advocacy for foster youth and the importance of ensuring young people in care have access to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.
This week I had the opportunity to welcome Lucia Deleon Guerrero, Triana Sablan, Annia Indalecio, Jose Dela Rosa, as well as their chaperones Richard Basa an
The U.S. Department of Labor has awarded $1 million in Disaster Recovery National Dislocated Worker Grant funding to support residents of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands impacted by Super Typhoon Sinlaku. The funding will help create temporary disaster-relief jobs focused on cleanup and recovery efforts across Rota, Saipan, and Tinian, while also providing employment and training services for eligible residents. Super Typhoon Sinlaku caused significant damage to homes, infrastructure, and critical utility systems throughout the CNMI in April 2026.