AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSupreme Court Fight: Prutehi Guåhan and the U.S. Air Force will face Supreme Court oral arguments on Oct. 7 over the Tarague Beach detonation range, with the group arguing open-air blasts are contaminating Guam’s water and air and pushing for a fresh environmental review under NEPA. Airport Finance: A.B. Won Pat International Airport is set to raise signatory airline rates and fees for FY2027 to cover an estimated $12.5M shortfall, as officials warn the airport can’t keep relying on visitor arrivals alone. Tax & Cost of Living: Guam’s business privilege tax changes preserve a 5% rate for prime military buildup contractors and set a 4% rate for other businesses, while Oct. 1 also brings childcare subsidy changes that could put new applicants on a waitlist. Local Business Legal Trouble: Proa Restaurant in Tumon is facing eviction after a landlord filed an unlawful detainer claim over alleged $62,650 in unpaid lease debt. Health & Licensing: The Guam Board of Medical Examiners approved two new doctors’ license applications, adding a pathologist and an internal medicine physician. Trade & Modernization: GovGuam signed an agreement to move Guam Customs toward the UNCTAD Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDA), aiming to streamline trade and strengthen enforcement. Tourism Pipeline: Guam’s Visitors Bureau wrapped up MegaFAM, bringing 240+ travel professionals and media from key markets to boost B2B connections and destination visibility.
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