AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoGuam Tax Debate: Lawmakers and Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero clash again over the Business Privilege Tax rollback to 4% in the FY2027 budget, with critics saying it’s a sudden policy shift and lacks a clear replacement revenue plan. Healthcare Workforce: The University of Guam opened a nearly $9M Margaret Perez Hattori-Uchima Nursing Hub, adding simulation beds and VR training to boost nursing graduates by up to 60 per cohort. Tourism Accountability: A local letter argues Guam’s tourism slowdown isn’t just about fewer airline seats or currency swings, calling for stronger Guam Visitors Bureau oversight tied to results. Education & Work Pipeline: Guam’s Department of Labor opened enrollment for the In-School Youth Year-Round Program (Aug. 24–Sept. 30), pairing classroom prep with paid summer placements. Deep-Sea Mining Watch: Pacific bishops urged caution on commercial deep-sea mining, warning that lack of full scientific certainty shouldn’t justify proceeding without due care. Local Business Impact: After Super Typhoon Sinlaku, two long-running Saipan restaurants permanently closed, underscoring ongoing storm-driven economic strain. Pacific Power Growth: Polar Power reported $7.9M in Pacific Islands revenue since 2024, with repeat telecom orders supporting expansion that includes Guam.
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