Guam Budget & Taxes: Lawmakers passed the governor’s FY2027 budget compromise in a 13-2 vote, keeping the business privilege tax rollback to 4% and preserving a 5% BPT on military buildup construction projects. Education Procurement: DPW canceled the Simon Sanchez High School campus procurement after denying three protests, saying restarting is the fastest way to avoid more delay and litigation. Agriculture Relief: The Guam Department of Agriculture opened applications for the Crop Loss Compensation Program for Typhoon Bavi losses, with a deadline of Sept. 2 and compensation focused on crop input costs. Housing Upgrades: GHURA approved $401,000 in renovations for seven public housing units, with work scheduled to run within 60 days. UOG Leadership: The UOG Board of Regents rated President Anita Borja Enriquez “better than satisfactory,” the top mark in its evaluation framework. Defense & Local Impact: A new Patriot air-defense battalion is slated to stand up on Guam in October, as Guam continues to expand its air and missile defense posture. Military Families: Reports continue to spotlight mental health strain aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during an extended deployment, with families raising concerns about conditions and support. Hospitality & Workforce: GHRA’s PHARE 2026 expo at the Hyatt Regency Guam is set to kick off with chef demos and hospitality training starting Wednesday.