AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGeneral Election Set: Guam’s 2026 primary turnout hit 39.81% (22,852 of 57,406 registered voters), one of the lowest in island history, as Therese Terlaje–Sabina Perez and Tony Ada–EJ Calvo won their party gubernatorial nominations for the Nov. 3 race. Education & Special Needs: Sen. Vince Borja pressed for answers after Science is Fun and Awesome Learning Academy (SIFA) planned to move into George Washington High School classrooms, with teachers raising special education concerns. Public Safety: Lawmakers held a hearing on Guam Police body-worn camera rules that would govern when officers record and how footage is stored and accessed. Budget Fight: Gov. Lourdes Leon Guerrero vetoed the FY2027 budget bill, proposing a balanced alternative that keeps the 4% BPT and restores funding for healthcare, public safety, and child care. Workforce Development: The Department of Labor secured a $609,335 federal grant to expand apprenticeship training, aiming to grow registered apprentices and boost pre-apprenticeship pathways. Energy Oversight: The Public Utilities Commission approved payment for additional testing at the Ukudu Power Plant, adjusting the energy conversion agreement terms. Infrastructure & Services: UOG launched Triton One Stop registration events ahead of classes starting Aug. 19.
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