AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Push: The U.S. Marine Minerals Administration and BOEM have advanced plans to auction seabed mining rights off American Samoa, including a proposed Nov. 19 lease sale tied to about 33 million acres and a separate move to auction large sections of water around the territory—actions critics say ignore tens of thousands of public comments and risk the moana’s culture, livelihoods, and marine life. Pacific Opposition Grows: Leaders from the Marianas and other Pacific voices condemned the plan as undemocratic for territories, while a new report warns seabed mining could expose a “blind spot” involving unexamined radioactivity concerns linked to nodules. Local Stakeholder Process: Under the federal rules, the governor has 60 days to review and comment before a final leasing notice—prompting fresh criticism that island communities have limited say. Community Spotlight: Toastmasters District 49 earned the Smedley Distinguished District designation for 2025–2026, citing membership and club growth plus leadership training under District Director Lynn Araki-Regan.
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