AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGuam Budget Showdown: The 38th Guam Legislature passed the FY27 budget in an 8-7 vote, but Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero says she’ll veto it—raising the stakes for a possible Oct. 1 shutdown if lawmakers can’t reach a compromise. Super Typhoon Bavi Funding Push: A 9th special session is set to start Thursday as agencies are asked to justify a requested $42.4 million for Bavi recovery, childcare, FAA fuel tax remittances, and airport needs. Cannabis Industry Milestone: Adelup marked the first recreational cannabis cultivation license on Guam, issued to Green Flash Guam’s Stephen Roberto—signaling the regulated market is finally moving from rules to real operations. Tourism Workforce & Strategy: At a Guam Tourism Educational Forum, industry leaders discussed how to rebuild the visitor economy, citing $1.6B in 2025 impact and ongoing labor and arrivals challenges. Travel Perks for Cardmembers: United MileagePlus benefits for Guam travelers expand through the First Hawaiian Bank United Credit Card, boosting miles earning and adding perks. SNAP Timing for Guam: August SNAP payments are scheduled for Guam from Aug. 1 to 10, with benefits varying by household size and income. Local Governance & Accountability: A Guam Chamber forum op-ed argues Guam must “climb the accountability ladder” to stop blaming and start delivering results with existing resources.
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