Terlaje and Perez pick up candidacy packets
Democratic Senators Therese Terlaje and Sabina Flores Perez have picked up candidacy packets from the Guam Election Commission for Governor and Lieutenant Governor.
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Terlaje bill targets cargo seal tampering
Senator Therese M. Terlaje is pushing new legislation aimed at cracking down on cargo seal tampering—one of the key vulnerabilities that could allow illegal drugs into Guam.
Federal grant brings new exam equipment to rape crisis center
Survivors of sexual assault will soon receive improved forensic care at the island’s only rape crisis center thanks to new exam equipment funded through a federal grant secured by the Bureau of Women’s Affairs (BWA).
Senators unanimously pass emergency food assistance bill
After rigorous discussions, senators from the 38th Guam Legislature on Friday, unanimously passed an emergency bill to safeguard food assistance for thousands of island residents affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown.
2026 gubernatorial race takes shape as teams confirm bids
The 2026 Guam Gubernatorial Election is officially underway, with the first candidates confirming their teams and displaying their signs across the island.
Governor calls Legislature into fourth special session
Governor Lou Leon Guerrero (D-Guam) has called the 38th Guam Legislature into its Fourth Special Session at 9:00 AM on October 24, Speaker Frank Blas, Jr. (R-Guam) announced Oct. 23 in a memorandum.
Governor orders early release of retiree COLA funds
Governor Lou Leon Guerrero (D-Guam) has ordered the early release of funds for the Fiscal Year 2026 Cost of Living Adjustment, or COLA, for government of Guam retirees, according to a release issued on October 23.
Three attorneys confirm bids for attorney general in 2026
Attorneys Jordan Pauluhn, Thomas Fisher, and Peter Santos have all publicly confirmed their intentions to run for Attorney General of Guam in 2026.
Senators set joint oversight hearing for Friday
Senators Jesse Lujan (R-Guam), V. Anthony Ada (R-Guam), and Sabrina Salas Matanane (R-Guam) will hold a Joint Oversight Hearing on Friday, October 24, at 9:00 AM.
Committee seeks families of Guam's fallen service members
The Committee on Health and Veterans Affairs is calling on the community to help locate the families of Guam’s fallen service members whose names appear on the “Medal of the Greatest Sacrifice” — I Milåyan i Mås Takhilo’ na Sakrifisiu.
Finance committee to adopt performance-based budgeting
The Committee on Finance and Government Operations will adopt a performance-based budgeting system for Fiscal Year 2027, according to a letter from Committee Chair Sen. Chris M. Dueñas sent Monday to senior officials in the administration.
Labor and contractors association honor apprenticeship graduate
The Guam Department of Labor (GDOL), in partnership with the Guam Contractors Association (GCA), recognized Nord James Cortez this week for completing a Registered Apprenticeship program in HVAC, a milestone that underscores Guam’s growing investment in workforce development and skilled trades.
Acting governor vetoes Fadian land bill over quarry plan
Acting Gov. Joshua Tenorio vetoed Bill 7-38 on Friday, rejecting a proposal that would have allowed 60 acres of Chamorro Land Trust property in Fadian to be used for a commercial quarry operation supporting military construction projects.
Taitague to seek override of contract oversight veto
Senator Telo T. Taitague announced plans to seek a legislative override of Governor Lourdes Leon Guerrero’s veto of Bill 119-38, which sought to reinstate legislative oversight over long-term leases and contracts involving public lands.
Governor signs renewable energy measure into law
Governor Lou Leon Guerrero has signed Bill No. 135-38 into law as Public Law 38-61, advancing Guam’s commitment to renewable energy and environmental sustainability.
Veterans back bill strengthening Guam Veterans Commission
Guam’s military veterans voiced strong support today for Bill 192-38 (COR), legislation introduced by Senator Sabrina Salas Matanane to strengthen the authority of the Guam Veterans Commission.
Man charged with felony terrorizing in workplace confrontation
Richard Ibanez, has been charged with felony terrorizing after allegedly brandishing a firearm during a confrontation with a co-worker earlier this month, according to a magistrate’s report filed by the Office of the Attorney General of Guam.
Health and Veterans committee sets Oct. 16 hearing
This is the second notice for the Committee on Health and Veterans Affairs’ public hearing on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 9:00 AM in the Guam Congress Building in Hagåtña.
Gumataotao calls for modernizing Guam's emergency agencies
Senator Shawn Gumataotao is calling for greater oversight and modernization within Guam’s emergency management and homeland security agencies, following a public hearing on two measures aimed at strengthening accountability and improving response capabilities.
Taitague bill would add second $200 COLA payment for retirees
Senator Telo T. Taitague has introduced Bill 208-38, legislation that would authorize an additional one-time $200 Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) payment to retirees from Guam’s autonomous agencies and public corporations who were excluded from the previous COLA authorized under Public Law 37-135.
Waterworks completes interim treatment at Yigo well Y-15
The Guam Waterworks Authority (GWA) has completed installation of an interim treatment system at well Y-15 in Yigo, marking a key milestone toward lifting the “Do Not Drink without Treatment” advisory issued earlier this year.
Islandwide Halloween celebration planned at Paseo Grounds
The Office of the Governor and the Department of Parks and Recreation announced plans for a community-wide Halloween celebration later this month at the Paseo Grounds.
New Public Health training facility reaches topping-off milestone
Guam’s plans for a modern public health infrastructure reached a major milestone this week as government leaders celebrated the topping off of the new Guam Public Health Training and Biosafety Laboratory in Mangilao.
Guam receives more than $10M in homeland security funding
The Office of Homeland Security announced that Guam has received over $10 million in federal funding for Fiscal Year 2025 to enhance public safety, emergency preparedness, and cybersecurity — marking the largest combined homeland security and emergency management award in the island’s history.
