AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAbsentee Voting Deadline: CNMI voters can apply for absentee ballots by Oct. 9 (mail/fax/online). Late approvals under 11 days won’t be mailed and must be picked up in person. Election Access: The law allows absentee voting for voters who expect they’ll be prevented from going to polls, including for travel, work, education, military service, employment, training, or medical treatment. Storm Readiness: With Tropical Storm Choi-Wan nearing, Saipan and Tinian residents are urged to shelter in place from sunset Thu, Oct. 1 to sunrise Sat, Oct. 3, secure outdoor items, stock essentials, and avoid travel and flooded roads. Health & Safety Infrastructure: FEMA approved over $1M for CNMI disaster needs, including backup power generators for the Tinian Health Center. Utilities Costs: CUC is seeking approval for a three-year rate plan that would substantially raise electric and water/wastewater base charges by year three. Public Health Alert: Rota beach and storm-drain samples showed fecal indicator bacteria above standards; officials advise no swimming or fishing within 300 feet for 48 hours. Drug Pricing Claims: Residents may be eligible for compensation tied to a multistate Sandoz generic drug settlement covering purchases from May 2009–Dec. 2019; claims deadline is Mar. 8, 2027.
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