From Capitol Hill: Across the Agencies – July 2025, Volume 12 is Now Available!


We’re excited to share the latest updates from around the Commonwealth, including:

✅ Liberation Day 2025 Celebrations – This year’s theme, “Weaving Heritage & Embracing Peace,” honors the courage and unity of our people. Festivities include a full weekend of events hosted by the Mayor’s Office, with an exciting fireworks display on July 4th!

✅ Cultural Immersion Summer Youth Camp Fully Booked – Session 1 kicks off July 7th with hands-on experiences in leklek rides, talaya casting, swimming, slingstone atupak, traditional dances and more—instilling pride in Chamorro and Carolinian heritage.

✅ Governor Strengthens Tourism Ties – Governor Arnold I. Palacios met with United Airlines executives to boost air service from Japan and reinforce strategic tourism partnerships in the Marianas.

✅ COTA Blue Line Detour Announced for July 4th – The Fixed Route 1B buses will follow a temporary route during the holiday, with regular service resuming afterward.

✅ Department of Labor Hosts 2025 Job Fair – Set for July 25th at Marianas Beach Resort, the fair offers real-time hiring and networking opportunities across CNMI’s vital industries.

✅ 2024 Tax Refund Disbursements Continue – Over 15,000 checks totaling $23.10 million have been issued so far, with more on the way.

Stay tuned and stay engaged with the people-first initiatives shaping our Commonwealth’s future.