Amata Welcomes Close Up Students for U.S. Capitol Visit

May 6, 2026 Press Release Washington, DC – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata , along with her staff in the Washington office, was delighted to host American Samoa’s Close Up student delegation on Wednesday for a luncheon at the congressional office, and guided tour of the U.S. Capitol. Image Congresswoman Amata with 2026 Close-up Students See more photos here “Thank you to our students, who are happy, respectful, and enjoyable to have in the office. They are always a credit to American Samoa and their parents, teachers, and mentors,” said Congresswoman Amata. “This trip is a very worthwhile chance for our students to see the United States Capitol, along with all their other learning opportunities while they are in Washington. Thank you to the Close Up program and their leadership, as they plan out this excellent educational visit each year.” The students are in the nation’s capital with the Close Up Foundation civic program, part of the program’s yearly extended visit to the nation’s capital area historical and educational sites. ### Issues : Education