Amata Highlights $3.25 Million HHS Grant for Health Services in American Samoa
project is titled Pacific Basin, with the American Samoa Department of Health listed as the grantee. Health centers
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Amata-Backed Veterans Bills Advance
Chairman of the Natural Resources Committee’s Indo-Pacific Task Force on that effort. The bipartisan bill … cooperative effort of the three Pacific territories and the Hawaii House delegation. The RECOVER Act requires the Department
Amata Recognizes AAPI Heritage Month
Amata is recognizing May as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, honoring the history, cultures … contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders throughout the United States. “For American Samoa and Pacific
Amata Highlights Teacher Appreciation Week
education possibilities. The Members of Congress from the Pacific territories have a bill to establish in-state tuition
King Charles III Speaks to Joint Session of Congress
importance to our region as part of our Pacific partnerships encompassing security, trade and diplomacy including Australia … Zealand, the Pacific Islands, Japan, South Korea and many nations. One of those agreements, AUKUS, involves security
Amata-Backed Veterans Bill Moves Forward
another good bill where the Representatives from the Pacific territories and Hawaii are working together in full agreement … place and ready for our Veterans in these Pacific locations,” said Aumua Amata, who had led passage
Amata Honors 118 Years of the U.S. Army Reserve
geographic footprint, with Army Reserve soldiers throughout the Pacific region, including American Samoa. Our local soldiers are part … people, commerce and freedom of the great Pacific region. The Army Reserve is a critical component in supporting
Amata Listens to Veterans and Provides Legislative Update in VFW Meeting
from AMVETS, and the enrollment team from VHA Pacific were there to assist with inquiries. The meeting
Amata Shares Concerns Over Chinese Vessels Surveying for Critical Minerals and Fishing
data and ocean mapping efforts in the Indo-Pacific. Image Congresswoman Amata in Committee work “China will … Saipan. “I advocate greater presence in the Pacific for both Coast Guard and defense-based assets
Amata Highlights US Embassy and Consulate Staff Needs in the Pacific Islands
highlighting the U.S. Foreign Service needs in the Pacific Islands and elsewhere. Image The HFAC hearing room from … this concern, but I’m concerned about the Pacific,” said Congresswoman Amata in the hearing. “China
House Passes Amata-Backed Bipartisan Ocean Monitoring Bill
turn data on the other side of the Pacific can prove beneficial far away through integrated analysis.” House
Aumua Amata Supports U.S. Service Members
Samoa who were there, as well as other Pacific Islander American Service Members. While I do not know … important to maintain the U.S. commitment to the Pacific region and preserve long term investment in Indo-Pacific
House Passes Amata-Backed University In-State Tuition Bill for American Samoa’s Students
Congress from the US territories in the Pacific This bill, a collaborative effort by the territories’ Representatives, passed
Amata Responds to 2026 State of the Union Address
context of current events with China and the Pacific region, which opens the door to talk about
Amata’s IGIA Message Stresses Infrastructure
highlighted the key role of the Western Pacific Fisheries Management Council in decisions regarding waters and stewardship, which … with Secretary Burgum speaking After remarks detailing the Pacific strategic efforts of China’s People’s Liberation Army
Amata Cosponsors Bipartisan SUSHI Act to Safeguard U.S. Fishing
Food security is national security, and in the Pacific we’ve consistently raised the alarm over IUU fishing
Amata Honors President Reagan’s Birthday, and Recalls His Message to American Samoa
message sent to American Samoa and the South Pacific Conference, which was hosted in American Samoa that year … video message to American Samoa for the South Pacific Conference, at the invitation of Governor Coleman. That
Amata Delivers Seabed Concerns Message to Committee
front lines of Chinese encroachment in the Pacific, the people of American Samoa understand security very well. However
Amata Highlights Appropriations, COFA Implementation, and Veterans’ Disability Hearing
advantages for the United States in the Indo-Pacific region, as the U.S. provides services and defense guarantees … Office of Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Affairs Tony Greubel “These agreements, and their thorough implementation, are important
Amata Announces Nominees to the Service Academies for 2026
West Point, NY US Military Academy Lisa Pedro Pacific Horizon US Air Force Academy Micah Lanki Samoana
Amata Congratulates Admiral Kevin Lunday, Confirmed as US Coast Guard Commandant
Guard is important to the security of the Pacific, and a vital part of preserving U.S. interests … willingness to ensure I had briefings on their Pacific efforts when I visited Coast Guard Oceania District headquarters
Amata-Cosponsored University In-State Tuition Bill Advances to Expand Opportunities for Island Students
Communist Party threatens U.S. interests in the Indo-Pacific, this bill will help students in Guam advance their
Amata Highlights Final House Passage of Coast Guard Reauthorization with Ports Assessment
build out the cutter fleet, and strengthen USCG Pacific presence. Image “I welcome the homeports assessment, which dovetails … role and need for the Coast Guard in Pacific security.” The Coast Guard Authorization bill, major legislation
Amata Hails Final Passage of NDAA with Military Pay Raise
security and stability of the Indo-Pacific region.” Image The House previously passed an NDAA in July … priorities. Amata’s bill, the South Pacific Tuna Treaty Act , which had already passed the House
Amata’s South Pacific Tuna Treaty Act in Final NDAA
House-passed bill she sponsored, the South Pacific Tuna Treaty Act , has been included as part … statutory authority to fully implement the South Pacific Tuna Treaty and supports the stability of U.S. tuna fleet