36th Guam Legislature - Resolutions

The following lists of Resolutions are available in electronic format from the 36th Guam Legislature.  The Resolutions will continue to be added as they become available from the Clerk's Office. Records of session agendas, votes, legislation and messages and communications are also available throughout this website. If you have any questions, please contact the Clerk of the Legislature or call (671) 472-3465.

Resolution No. 272-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton

Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Guam Women’s Club (GWC) on the celebration of the Seventy (70th) Year Anniversary of its founding; and commending the members of the GWC, past and present, for their invaluable contributions to the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 271-36 (LS) - Joe S. San Agustin / Amanda L. Shelton / V. Anthony Ada / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / James C. Moylan

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Guam's Certified Government Financial Managers (CGFM) of the Association of Government Accountants, Guam Chapter on the observance of March 2022 as “CGFM Month.”

Resolution No. 270-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton

Relative to recognizing the Filipino Ladies Association of Guam on their 60th Anniversary; and commending the Executive Officers and Board of Directors of the Association for their contributions to the betterment of our island.

Resolution No. 269-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Sabina Flores Perez / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan / Clynton E. Ridgell / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 2/17/22

Relative to recognizing the commemoration of “Mother Language Day” on February 21, 2022, the celebration of the commencement of the United Nations “International Decade of Indigenous Languages 2022-2032,” and the observance of Silibrasion Gupot CHamoru and the beginning of the 2022 Mes CHamoru activities, and commending the Guam Indigenous Heritage Alliance members: the Kumisión I Fino′ CHamoru I Fina′någuen Yan I Hestoria Yan I Lina′la I Taotao Tåno, the Department of CHamoru Affairs, the Guam Museum, the Commission on Decolonization, the Guam State Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Alliance Network member organizations; and further thanking the CHamoru Studies and Special Projects Division of the Guam Department of Education, the University of Guam, the Guam Community College, and all of Guam’s government and community organizations for their collaborative efforts to ensure the preservation and perpetuation of the CHamoru language, culture, and heritage.

Resolution No. 268-36 (COR) - V. Anthony Ada

Relative to recognizing Elmer Servidad Sardoma for his 36 years of service to the people of Guam with the Guam Police Department and congratulating him on the occasion of his retirement.

Resolution No. 267-36 (COR) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 2/16/22

Relative to recognizing Mr. James “Jim” Heffelfinger for his contributions as an advocate of Guam’s sport and athletes; and to further extend an Un Dangkolo Na Si Yu’os Ma’ase for his goodwill for our island community as we wish him Adios and best wishes as he departs our island.

Resolution No. 266-36 (COR) - V. Anthony Ada / Tina Rose Muña-Barnes / Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / James C. Moylan

Relative to recognizing Loisa M. Cabuhat for her exemplary service to the people of Guam as the 2020-2021 Chairperson of Filipino-American Presidents Club of Guam and thanking her for her many contributions toward the betterment of our community.

Resolution No. 265-36 (COR) - Committee on Rules

Relative to formalizing the participation of I Mina'trentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guåhan (the 36th Guam Legislature) in the Government of Guam Group Health Insurance Program for Fiscal Year 2022.

Resolution No. 264-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Frank Blas Jr. / Clynton E. Ridgell / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 2/16/22

Relative to recognizing the Department of Public Works School Bus Drivers on the observance of “National School Bus Drivers Appreciation Day” on February 22, 2022; and commending them for their dedication to providing safe and reliable transportation for the school students of our island community.

Resolution No. 263-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 2/16/22

Relative to recognizing and commending the Engineers, Architects, and Land Surveyors of our island community on the celebration of “Engineers, Architects, and Land Surveyors Week” from February 20 to February 26, 2022, with this year’s theme: “Reimagining the Possible”; and to further expressing Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'åse' to them for making a difference on Guam and improving the quality of life for all our people, and for their tremendous contributions to the local community, industry, and society.

Resolution No. 262-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton

Relative to recognizing Staff Sergeant (SSG) Jerome Bamba for his distinguished service to the Guam Army National Guard – Guam National Guard Counterdrug Program; and commending him for his commitment and contributions to the people of the United States and Guam.

Resolution No. 261-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 2/11/22

Relative to congratulating Dr. Christina Rapadas on her retirement after thirty-two (32) years of dedicated work for the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS).

Resolution No. 260-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / V. Anthony Ada / Frank Blas Jr. / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan / Sabina Flores Perez / Clynton E. Ridgell / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 2/18/22

Relative to expressing the support of I Mina’Trentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guåhan for the passage of H.R. 6504, the “Native Pacific Islanders of America Equity Act”, because it seeks to allow eligible Native CHamoru and Native Northern Marianas organizations to qualify for federal contracting opportunities through their participation in certain small business programs that are administered by the Small Business Administration.

Resolution No. 259-36 (LS) - Clynton E. Ridgell

Relative to posthumously honoring the life of the late Mr. Ronald “Gary” Hartz and recognizing his contributions to our community; and extending condolences to his family.

Resolution No. 258-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Sabina Flores Perez / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan / Clynton E. Ridgell / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje

Relative to recognizing the significant impact the Guam Memorial Hospital Volunteers Association has made in our island community, and congratulating them on the 50th anniversary of the opening of their Gift Shop.

Resolution No. 257-36 (LS) - Sabina Flores Perez

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mrs. Nydia “Nyd” Hidalgo Llarenas on the occasion of her retirement from the Bureau of Statistics and Plans; and commending her thirty-one (31) years of outstanding service and dedication to the government of Guam and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 256-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 1/24/22

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mrs. Jovita B. Tajalle on the occasion of her retirement from the Guam International Airport Authority (GIAA) and Government of Guam; and commending her of his thirty-two (32) years of her outstanding service and dedication to the government of Guam and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 255-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 1/24/22

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Ms. Sylvia I. Sahagon on the occasion of her retirement from the Guam International Airport Authority (GIAA) and Government of Guam; and commending her of his thirty-one (31) years of her outstanding service and dedication to the government of Guam and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 254-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Telena Cruz Nelson / Joe S. San Agustin / Clynton E. Ridgell / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Therese M. Terlaje / James C. Moylan / Mary Camacho Torres / V. Anthony Ada / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne Brown / Frank Blas Jr.

Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Students, Alumni, Faculty, Staff, President, and Board of Trustees of the Guam Community College (GCC) on the observance of GCC’s 45th Year Anniversary; and to further recognize and commend the GCC 45th Anniversary Committee members for their excellent work in planning, executing, and sharing the celebration of this auspicious and historic event with the community.

Resolution No. 253-36 (LS) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes

Relative to commending Director Stephen Hsu of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Guam (TECO); and to further expressing an Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu’os Ma’åse to him on his exemplary service and accomplishments on Guam and to wishing him the best of luck in his future endeavors.

Resolution No. 252-36 (LS) - V. Anthony Ada / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / James C. Moylan / Clynton E. Ridgell / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres / - ADOPTED: 1/24/22

Relative to posthumously honoring the life of the late Mr. Vicente “Ben” Gogue Arceo and recognizing his contributions to our community; and extending condolences to his family.

Resolution No. 251-36 (LS) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 1/24/22

Relative to congratulating Mrs. Bernadette “Bennett” P. Cepeda on the occasion of her retirement from the Guam Power Authority; and to further extend an Un Dangkolo Na Si Yu’os Ma’ase for forty (40) years of unwavering service to the People of Guam.

Resolution No. 250-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / V. Anthony Ada / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague / Joe S. San Agustin / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joanne Brown / Mary Camacho Torres / Clynton E. Ridgell / Frank Blas Jr. / Sabina Flores Perez

Relative to recognizing and supporting “National Child Abuse Prevention Month”, and commending the numerous government agencies and community partners in their efforts to raise awareness and enduring commitment to prevent child abuse and neglect, and promoting the theme “Thriving Children and Families: Prevention With Purpose” during the month of April 2022.

Resolution No. 249-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson / V. Anthony Ada / Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Clynton E. Ridgell / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Frank Blas Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 1/21/22

Relative in recognizing and celebrating National Social Worker Month in March and promoting this year’s theme “The Time is Right for Social Work”; and extending a sincere Un Dångkulu na si Yu'us ma'åse' to all of Guam’s Social Workers, for their dedication to improving the well-being and enhancing the basic needs of all people.

Resolution No. 248-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / Sabina Flores Perez / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / V. Anthony Ada / Clynton E. Ridgell / Frank Blas Jr. / Mary Camacho Torres

Relative to recognizing the observance of 2022 National School Counseling Week from February 7 to February 11, 2022, with the theme “School Counseling: Better Together”; and commending the Guam Association of School Counselors, School Counselors of the Guam Department of Education, Guam’s Charter Schools, Archdiocese of Agana Catholic Education, Guam’s Private Schools, and the Department of Defense Education Activity for their continued dedication and commitment to the youth of Guam.

Resolution No. 247-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan / Clynton E. Ridgell / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED: 1/21/22

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Ms. Marlene M. Carlos for her retirement and twenty-eight (28) years of service to the Government of Guam with seventeen (17) years of service with the Bureau of Healthcare Financing Administration, Department of Public Health and Social Services as a Quality Improvement Coordinator and eleven (11) years with the Guam Memorial Hospital as Utilization Review Coordinator and commending her outstanding service to the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 246-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan / Clynton E. Ridgell / Joe S. San Agustin / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 1/21/2022

Relative to posthumously recognizing the significant impact Gerry Partido had on Guam’s print and digital journalism industry and expressing condolences to his family on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 245-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton

Relative to recognizing and commending Francisco “Frank” Taitano Guerrero for his immeasurable contributions to the development and growth of Guam’s tourism industry, and for helping to share Guam’s Håfa Adai Spirit and culture with the world; and to further extend our sincerest Dångkulo na si Yu’os ma’åse’ to his family after twenty-six (26) years of outstanding service to the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 244-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 1/24/22

Relative to recognizing and commending Mr. Joe Blas for his immeasurable contributions to the development and growth of Guam’s tourism industry, and for helping to share Guam’s Håfa Adai Spirit and culture with the world; and to further extend our sincerest Dångkulo na si Yu’os ma’åse’ to his family after thirty-three (33) years of outstanding service to the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 243-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton / Mary Camacho Torres / Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 1/18/2022

Relative to recognizing the efforts of the employees, management, and Board of Directors of the Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport Authority, Guam on the occasion of “Airport Week 2022” from January 17 through January 21, 2022, and on the commemoration of its Forty-sixth (46th) Year Anniversary; and to commending them for their continued commitment to providing superior service, enhancement of safety and security measures, and astounding reliability to the people of Guam, visitors, its domestic and international partners, and the traveling public.

Resolution No. 242-36 (COR) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Clynton E. Ridgell / Telena C. Nelson / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Mary Camacho Torres / Frank F. Blas, Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / Telo T. Taitague / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne M. Brown / James C. Moylan

Relative to observing the twenty-seventh year anniversary of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service celebration; and commending the Serve Guam Commission, and the various groups and individuals for their continued commitment and dedication in advocating for community service.

Resolution No. 241-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / V. Anthony Ada / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / James C. Moylan / Mary Camacho Torres / Telo T. Taitague / Frank F. Blas, Jr. / Joe S. San Agustin / Therese M. Terlaje / Joanne M. Brown / Clynton E. Ridgell / Sabina F. Perez - ADOPTED: 1/12/2022

Relative to recognizing and commending the administration, faculty, and staff of Guam’s Catholic Schools, the Office of Catholic Education and the Archdiocese of Agaña for their continued dedication and commitment to the students of Catholic Schools on Guam; and to further express a warm and sincere Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'åse' to them as they celebrate the occasion of the 2022 National Catholic Schools Week – “Catholic Schools: Faith, Excellence, and Service.” – from January 30 to February 5, 2022.

Resolution No. 240-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan / Clynton E. Ridgell / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 1/11/2022

Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Stalking Awareness Month” in January 2022 and commending the Guam Coalition Against Sexual Assault & Family Violence (GCASAFV), as well as numerous community advocates, for their efforts to raise awareness about and encourage the prevention of stalking through community outreach and ongoing training.

Resolution No. 239-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED 1/19/2022

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Lieutenant Colonel Tate A. Buntz on his retirement from the U.S. Marine Corps. and commending him for his thirty-one (31) years of service to our island and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 238-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan / Clynton E. Ridgell / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 1/5/22

Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month” during the month of January 2022; and commending the organizations and individuals who support the victims of human trafficking, work to end human trafficking, and increase awareness about the issue of human trafficking.

Resolution No. 237-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 1/6/22

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mr. Peter J. Leon Guerrero on the occasion of his retirement from the Government of Guam after serving at the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for his thirty-seven (37) years of his outstanding service and dedication to the government and people of Guam./p>

Resolution No. 236-36 (COR) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / Clynton E. Ridgell / Therese M. Terlaje / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / V. Anthony Ada - ADOPTED: 1/5/22

Relative to recognizing Mr. Danny Orlino for his service to the people of Guam and the nation; and commending him for his contributions in helping the CHamoru people to be remembered in songs and honoring their perseverance and struggles, and their resiliency to endure the hardships with the atrocities of war in all its forms.

Resolution No. 235-36 (COR) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED: 1/20/2022

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mrs. Lorilee Marie T. Crisostomo on her retirement from the Department of Military Affairs and to further extend a warm and sincere Un Dangkolo Na Si Yu’us Ma’ase for her commitment and dedication with over thirty years of service to the Government of Guam.

Resolution No. 234-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Clynton E. Ridgell / Amanda L. Shelton / V. Anthony Ada / James C. Moylan / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Christopher M. Dueñas / Therese M. Terlaje / Frank Blas Jr. / Sabina Flores Perez - ADOPTED: 1/28/22

Relative to expressing the utmost support of I Mina'trentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guåhan (the 36th Guam Legislature) for the passage of S. 3284, the “Veterans Assistance Helpline Act of 2021,” introduced by the Honorable Jaclyn Rosen in the United States on November 30, 2021, which seeks to permanently establish a toll-free telephone helpline for veterans to use in order to quickly obtain information and assistance with all services from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Resolution Referral
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Resolution No. 233-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 12/20/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mr. Kenneth A. Santos on the occasion of his retirement from the Government of Guam; and commending him for his twenty-nine (29) years of outstanding service and dedication to the people of Guam while serving at the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority.

Resolution No. 232-36 (COR) - Clynton E. Ridgell / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Therese M. Terlaje / James C. Moylan / Frank Blas Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Joanne Brown / Mary Camacho Torres / V. Anthony Ada / Amanda L. Shelton

Relative to posthumously recognizing and commending the late Casanova Nakamura for his services and contributions to the FSM community of Guam and the community of Guam as a whole; and extending our sincere condolences to his family on his passing.

Resolution No. 231-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 12/20/21

Relative to recognizing Tamotsu Iizuka for his immeasurable contributions to the development and growth of Guam’s tourism industry; and commending him for helping to share Guam’s Håfa Adai Spirit and culture with the world.

Resolution No. 230-36 (LS) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Therese M. Terlaje / Telena Cruz Nelson / James C. Moylan

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mrs. Linda Marie Lujan Cruz Ortiz on her retirement from the Department of Corrections and to further extend a warm and sincere Un Dangkolo Na Si Yu’us Ma’ase for her commitment and dedication in providing 39 years of service to the Department of Corrections.

Resolution No. 229-36 (LS) - V. Anthony Ada - ADOPTED: 12/14/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Sergeant Major Vincent C. Santiago on the occasion of his retirement from the United States Marine Corps after thirty-one (31) years; and commending him for his outstanding service and dedication to the people of Guam and the United States

Resolution No. 228-36 (LS) - Clynton E. Ridgell - WITHDRAWN

Relative to posthumously recognizing and commending the late Casanova Nakamura for his services and contributions to the FSM community of Guam and the community of Guam as a whole; and extending our sincere condolences to his family on his passing.

Resolution No. 227-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Telena Cruz Nelson / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / James C. Moylan / Mary Camacho Torres / Joe S. San Agustin / V. Anthony Ada / Clynton E. Ridgell / Frank Blas Jr.

Relative to recognizing and commending Judith “Judy” R. Amesbury for her contribution and expertise working as an archaeologist on Guam for thirty-eight (38) years and acknowledging her efforts and contributions to sharing with the local and international community about marine resource use during the pre-contact period in the Marianas.

Resolution No. 226-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Telena Cruz Nelson / Joanne Brown / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Christopher M. Dueñas / James C. Moylan / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Mary Camacho Torres / Joe S. San Agustin / V. Anthony Ada / Clynton E. Ridgell / Frank Blas Jr.

Relative to recognizing Darlene R. Moore for her expertise on pre-contact pottery in the Mariana Islands, and for her more than forty (40) years of archaeological work; and commending her for her efforts and contributions to archaeological studies and educating the local and international community about pre-contact pottery in the Marianas.

Resolution No. 225-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / James C. Moylan / Joanne Brown / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Telena Cruz Nelson / Christopher M. Dueñas / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Mary Camacho Torres / Joe S. San Agustin / V. Anthony Ada / Clynton E. Ridgell / Frank Blas Jr.

Relative to posthumously commending Manuel Olive Lujan, who served in the First Congress of Guam in 1917, and the Commissioner of Yoña in 1916 and 1920, and acknowledging his influence on his family with the contributions of his six children to the people of Guam and through their military service to the United States as well as recognizing his three living grandchildren as WWII survivors, namely Virginia Lujan Taitano Unpingco, Frances Lujan Cruz Babauta, and Vincent “Sonny” L.G. Lujan; this month also marks the 80th year since the bombardment of Guam on December 08, 1941.

Resolution No. 224-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Telena Cruz Nelson / Joe S. San Agustin / Clynton E. Ridgell / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Therese M. Terlaje / James C. Moylan / Mary Camacho Torres / V. Anthony Ada / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne Brown / Frank Blas Jr. / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 12/13/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Students, Alumni, Faculty, Staff, President, and Board of Regents of the University of Guam (UOG) on the observance of UOG’s 70th Year Anniversary; and to further recognize and commend the UOG 70th Anniversary Committee members for their excellent work in planning, executing, and sharing the celebration of this auspicious and historic event with the community.

Resolution No. 223-36 (LS) - Mary Camacho Torres / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / V. Anthony Ada - ADOPTED: 12/10/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Amparo Gumataotao Garcia, as a public servant, community advocate, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother; and to further commemorating her devotion and faithfulness to God and her tireless efforts to make Guam a stronger, more just place to live; and to further extending sincere condolences to her family on her passing, on behalf of the People of Guam.

Resolution No. 222-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Ms. Antonette Lisa Vegafria on the occasion of her retirement from Joint Region Marianas, and commending her for forty-one (41) years of government service.

Resolution No. 221-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan / Clynton E. Ridgell / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres

Relative to posthumously recognizing former Senior Jurist Pro Tempore for the Superior and Supreme Courts of Guam, Honorable Richard Hugh Benson for over 44 years of service in Pacific court systems and expressing condolences to his family on his passing on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 220-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton

Relative to recognizing and commending Inalåhan residents Jimmy Meno, Steven Paulino, Inalåhan Mayor Anthony Chargualaf and the Inalåhan Mayor’s Office and to further congratulate them for returning the lost purse of Korean visitor Duri Suh, instilling confidence and pride in the visitor industry, themselves, their families, the community, and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 219-36 (LS) - Joe S. San Agustin

Relative to recognizing Mrs. Christine Won Pat Baleto for her unwavering dedication and support of Guam’s economic longevity as the Chairwoman of Guam Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors; and to further extending an Un Dángkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'áse for her service to the people of Guam..

Resolution No. 218-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Clynton E. Ridgell / Joe S. San Agustin / James C. Moylan / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joanne Brown / V. Anthony Ada - ADOPTED: 1/3/22

Relative to recognizing Guam’s law enforcement officers on the celebration of “National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day” on January 9, 2022; and commending Guåhan’s brave men and women in law enforcement for their service and sacrifice to protect our island community.

Resolution No. 217-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / James C. Moylan / Christopher M. Dueñas / Telo T. Taitague / Joe S. San Agustin / Clynton E. Ridgell / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 12/14/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mr. Joseph Taitague Manibusan on the occasion of his retirement from the Guam Department of Public Works (DPW); and commending him for his thirty-eight (38) years of outstanding service and dedication, and his contributions to the Government of Guam and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 216-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joanne Brown / Telo T. Taitague / Sabina Flores Perez / James C. Moylan

Relative to recognizing and observing December 2nd as National Special Education Day; and commending the personnel and staff of the Guam Department of Education – Special Education Division for their dedicated efforts to providing the necessary services and programs to special needs students and their families; and further expressing Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'åse' for their continued support to our island students.

Resolution No. 215-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan / Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 1/28/22

Relative to expressing the utmost support of I Liheslaturan Guåhan (the Guam Legislature) for the passage of H.R. 5606, the “Return Home to Housing Act,” which seeks to amend Title 38 of the United States Code to adjust the rate of per diem payments provided by the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs to grantees that provide services to homeless veterans; and further requesting parity and inclusion of all veterans residing in Guam and in all U.S. territories. Author Report

Resolution No. 214-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Therese M. Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / James C. Moylan / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joanne Brown / Frank Blas Jr. / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Christopher M. Dueñas / Sabina Flores Perez

Relative to commemoration and celebration for the movement of #GivingTuesday on November 30th, on Guam and to recognize the many of Guahan’s non-profit organization, civic organizations, businesses, corporations, and community partners in their generosity in philanthropy and humanitarian efforts to promote and encourage in this global day of giving for our people and our brothers & sister in our neighboring islands in the Marianas.

Resolution No. 213-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Clynton E. Ridgell / Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Joanne Brown / Telo T. Taitague / Mary Camacho Torres / V. Anthony Ada / Frank Blas Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / James C. Moylan

Relative to expressing the support of I Mina’trentai Sais na Liheslaturan Guåhan (the 36th Guam Legislature) for S. 3003, the ‘Comprehensive and Overdue Support for Troops of War Act of 2021’ which recognizes Guam’s Agent Orange exposure, and to further advocating for amendments to S. 3003 that reflect the correct dates of Agent Orange use in Guam, and veterans’ exposure to toxins related to the U.S. military’s open-air burn pit activity in Guam. Resolution Referral

Resolution No. 212-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 11/19/21

Relative to recognizing and celebrating with the Marianas Baha’i Community the Day of the Covenant and commemorating the Centenary of the Ascension of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, authorized successor of Bahá'u'lláh, founder of the Baha’i Faith.

Resolution No. 211-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / Clynton E. Ridgell / Mary Camacho Torres / Sabina Flores Perez / V. Anthony Ada / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne Brown / Joe S. San Agustin / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / James C. Moylan - ADOPTED: 11/18/21

Relative to recognizing the observance of “World Children’s Day” on November 20, 2021 and to recognize the many local and international voluntary organizations and government agencies in their collaborative effort to safeguard, promote and protect the children of Guahan and of the World.

Resolution No. 210-36 (COR) - Sabina Flores Perez / Therese M. Terlaje / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 12/6/21

RELATIVE TO REAFFIRMING GUAM’S RIGHT TO SAFEGUARD CULTURAL RESOURCES AND TO PROTECT OCEAN ECOSYSTEMS FROM ENVIRONMENTAL HARM AND EXPLOITIVE INDUSTRY INTERESTS THROUGH A MORATORIUM ON SEABED MINING, TO ENSURE THE HEALTH OF GUAM’S PEOPLE. Resolution Referral
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Resolution No. 209-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / James C. Moylan / Clynton E. Ridgell / Amanda L. Shelton / Sabina Flores Perez / Joanne Brown / V. Anthony Ada / Mary Camacho Torres

Relative to expressing the utmost support of I Liheslaturan Guåhan for the passage of H.R. 165, the “Improving Access to Homes for Heroes Act of 2021,” which seeks to require the inclusion of veterans in housing planning and an annual report on housing assistance to veterans and for other purposes; and further requesting to advocate for parity and inclusion of veterans residing on Guam and in all United States territories.

Resolution No. 208-36 (LS) - Sabina Flores Perez

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mrs. Frances “Pinky” Baza Hills on the occasion of her retirement from the Guam Department of Labor, and commending her for thirty-seven (37) years of outstanding service and dedication to the government of Guam and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 207-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Christopher M. Dueñas / V. Anthony Ada / Joe S. San Agustin / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan / Telo T. Taitague / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres / Frank Blas Jr. / Clynton E. Ridgell Resolution Referral

Relative to expressing support for the extension of the Supplemental Security Income program to Guam and specifically for the passage of H.R. 157, H.R. 5376, and any other federal efforts that advocate for the same purpose.

Resolution No. 206-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 11/5/21

Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Scholarship Month” during the month of November as a time to celebrate the numerous achievements, generous donors, sponsors, and the vision of the University of Guam’s Endowment Foundation; and to celebrating the Fortieth (40th) year anniversary of the UOG Endowment Foundation..

Resolution No. 205-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes

Relative to recognizing and commending the Guam Islanders Softball Association (GISA) 50s team, and to further congratulate them for their determination and commitments in the 2021 Senior Softball Associations Tournament of Champions in Las Vegas, Nevada, instilling pride within themselves, their families, the community, and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 204-36 (LS) - Clynton E. Ridgell / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Telena Cruz Nelson / V. Anthony Ada / Frank Blas Jr. / Joanne Brown / Telo T. Taitague / Christopher M. Dueñas / Mary Camacho Torres / Sabina Flores Perez / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / James C. Moylan / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje

Relative to posthumously recognizing and commending the Late Sainan Herreru Francisco Cruz Lizama, also known as “Corned Beef”, of Guam’s Greatest Generation, for his immeasurable contributions to our island community; promoting, preserving and perpetuating the cultural practice of blacksmithing through apprenticeship programs; and extending our sincere condolences to his family on his passing.

Resolution No. 203-36 (LS) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Mary Camacho Torres / Telena Cruz Nelson / Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / James C. Moylan / V. Anthony Ada - ADOPTED: 12/6/21

Relative to expressing the support of I Mina’trentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guahan (the 36th Guam Legislature) for the passage of the Build Back Better framework, which would provide needed investments in the community of Guam including parity for U.S. Citizens residing in the territories through Supplemental Security Income inclusion and expansion of Medicaid. Resolution Referral
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Resolution No. 202-36 (LS) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes

Relative to recognizing Janet Maanao Quenga-Chargulaf on her retirement from the Department of Defense; and commending her for her forty-three (43) years of outstanding service to our island and Nation.

Resolution No. 201-36 (LS) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes

Relative to recognizing Seungho “Sunny” Kang for his science and engineering accomplishments and representing Guam at international invention competitions.

Resolution No. 200-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez

Relative to expressing the support of I Mina'trentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guåhan for the passage of H.R. 3368, the “Lonnie Kilpatrick Central Pacific Relief Act,” introduced by the Honorable Michael F.Q. San Nicolas in the United States House of Representatives on May 20, 2021, because it seeks to correct injustice, clarify the eligibility of affected veterans, and expedite the processing of veteran claims of health conditions caused by Agent Orange exposure in Guam, and advocating for an amendment to H.R. 3368 that reflects the correct dates of Agent Orange use in Guam. Resolution Referral
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Resolution No. 199-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Clynton E. Ridgell / Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Joanne Brown / Telo T. Taitague / Mary Camacho Torres / V. Anthony Ada / Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / James C. Moylan - ADOPTED: 12/6/21

Relative to expressing the support of I Mina'trentai Sais na Liheslaturan Guåhan (the 36th Guam Legislature) for H.R. 3967 and S. 3003 because they recognize Guam’s Agent Orange exposure; and, advocating for amendments to H.R. 3967 and S. 3003 that reflect the correct dates of Agent Orange use in Guam, and veterans’ exposure to toxins related to the U.S. military’s open-air burn pit activity in Guam. Resolution Referral
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Resolution No. 198-36 (LS) - Sabina Flores Perez

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mrs. Maryann “Merl” Roman on the occasion of her retirement from the Guam Department of Labor, and commending her of thirty-two (32) years of outstanding service and dedication to the government of Guam and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 197-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telo T. Taitague / Frank F. Blas Jr. / Amanda L. Shelton / James C. Moylan / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Mary Camacho Torres / V. Anthony Ada / Christopher M. Duenas / Sabina Flores Perez / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Joanne M. Brown / Clynton E. Ridgell / Telena Cruz Nelson

Relative to commending Irene Perez Ploke Sgambelluri for her tireless work as an advocate for Guåhan’s war claims and recognizing her life as a CHamoru survivor of World War II.

Resolution No. 196-36 (COR) - V. Anthony Ada / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas - ADOPTED: 10/22/21

Relative to recognizing the officers of the Lions Clubs International District 204 for Lions Year 2020/2021 for their exemplary service to the people of Guam and their many contributions toward the betterment of our community

Resolution No. 195-36 (COR) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED: 10/25/21

Relative to recognizing FBI Supervisory Senior Resident Agent Joseph W. Strantz for his eight years of service to the island of Guam; and for leading investigators on financial crimes, drug trafficking, crimes against children and human trafficking and commend him for his dedication in mentoring Guam’s youth and community.

Resolution No. 194-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 10/21/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mr. John A. Rios on the occasion of his retirement from the Government of Guam; and commending him of his twenty-one (21) years of his outstanding service and dedication to the government of Guam and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 193-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Joe S. San Agustin / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / James C. Moylan / Joanne Brown / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Therese M. Terlaje / Christopher M. Dueñas / Amanda L. Shelton / Mary Camacho Torres / Frank Blas, Jr. / V. Anthony Ada - ADOPTED: 10/15/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late †Belta Sgambelluri Perez, longtime President and owner of John Robert Power LLC, and commemorating her for her distinguished career; and further expressing a sincere Un Dångkolo na Si Yu’as Ma’åse to her for her dedication and commitment for being a mentor and a positive role model to people of Guam.

Resolution No. 192-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson Christopher M. Dueñas / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / Amanda L. Shelton / Frank Blas, Jr. / Therese M. Terlaje / James C. Moylan / Sabina Flores Perez / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 10/15/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating the employees, management, and board of directors of the Jose D. Leon Guerrero Commercial Port Authority of Guam (PAG) for its Forty-Sixth (46th) Anniversary celebration, and on the observance of “Port Week”, from October 18 to October 22, 2021.

Resolution No. 191-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 10/13/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Guam Department of Education (GDOE) cafeteria staff, Food & Nutrition Services Management Division (FNSMD), Child Nutrition Program (CNP) in celebration of National School Lunch Week 2021; and Food Service Management Company (FSMC) on exhibiting outstanding performance in accommodating Guam’s public-school students with humanitarian support to prevent food hunger during the school closures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Resolution No. 190-36 (COR) - Clynton E. Ridgell - ADOPTED: 10/11/21

Relative to recognizing October as Arbor Month and October 12, 2021 as Arbor Day; congratulating the staff of the Department of Agriculture and its partners on the celebration of “Trees, The Natural Solution”; and commemorating The Department of Agriculture’s Forestry Division for its 50th year.

Resolution No. 189-36 (LS) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED: 10/11/21

Relative to recognizing, commending, and honoring the men and women of the Guam Police Department, the Jose D. Leon Guerrero Commercial Port Authority Police, the Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport Authority Police, and other local and federal law enforcement officers for their dedicated efforts to safeguard our island; and to further pay tribute to them in celebrating “2021 Police Week.”

Resolution No. 188-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Clynton E. Ridgell / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne Brown / Amanda L. Shelton / Sabina Flores Perez - ADOPTED: 10/1/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Rebecca Ann Fejarang Rosario Duenas on her retirement as a respected and accomplished Guam educator and beloved school principal of Daniel L. Perez Elementary School and commending her for her thirty (30) years of outstanding service to the Government of Guam and our people.

Resolution No. 187-36 (LS) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / Clynton E. Ridgell / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / Mary Camacho Torres / V. Anthony Ada / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan - ADOPTED: 10/1/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable Roman Leon Guerrero Quinata, Sr., Former Commissioner of the Village of Talo’fo’fo’, for his years of dedicated service to the people of Guam; and expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 185-36 (LS) - Sabina Flores Perez / V. Anthony Ada / Frank Blas Jr. / Joanne M. Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / James C. Moylan / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Telena Cruz Nelson / Clynton E. Ridgell / Joe S. San Agustin / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje Therese M. Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 10/1/21

Relative to recognizing the month of October 2021 as “National Substance Abuse Prevention Month”; and supporting Government of Guam interagency response in preventing substance abuse amongst our youth in the face of greater pressures placed on our community from the COVID-19 health emergency.

Resolution No. 184-36 (LS) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 9/30/21

Relative to recognizing Guam Educational Telecommunication Corporation (PBS GUAM) for their outstanding programing and service to our youth and our community; and commending them on their Fifty-First (51st) Anniversary.

Resolution No. 183-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres / Telena Cruz Nelson / Telo T. Taitague/ Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Sabina F. Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / Clynton E. Ridgell / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan - ADOPTED: 9/29/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable Doris Teresita Flores Lujan, former Mayor of the Municipality of Inalåhan for her public service and dedication to the community of Inalåhan and to our island community; and to further extending sincere condolences to her family on her passing.

Resolution No. 182-36 (LS) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 9/28/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing and honoring the late Navy Steward’s Mate 2nd Class Jesus Francisco Garcia our island hero who served with the United States Navy and gave his life in defending our island and nation during the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Resolution No. 181-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 9/27/21

Relative to recognizing the month of October 2021 as “Family Violence Awareness Month”; and commending the numerous advocates and organizations on Guam who educate the community and ensure safety while providing the necessary services for victims of family violence.

Resolution No. 180-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / V. Anthony Ada - ADOPTED: 9/27/21

Relative to recognizing the Soroptimist International of Guam and Soroptimist International of the Marianas and commending its members for the committed efforts to positively impact the lives of women and girls, in the local communities and throughout the world; and to further congratulate them as they celebrate their 100th Anniversary of charter.

Resolution No. 179-36 (LS) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 9/24/21

Relative to congratulating Mrs. Sherry A.D Barcinas on the occasion of her retirement from the Government of Guam after thirty-three (33) years of outstanding service to the government; and to further extending an Un Dángkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'áse for your dedication to the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 178-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Sabina Flores Perez / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Clynton E. Ridgell / Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Joanne M. Brown / Telo T. Taitague / Mary Camacho Torres / V. Anthony Ada / Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / James C. Moylan

Relative to expressing the support of I Mina'trentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guåhan (the 36th Guam Legislature) for the passage of S. 2798 and H. 5338, introduced in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives on September 22, 2021, which would amend the “Radiation Exposure Compensation Act” to include Guam as a “downwinder” of U.S. Pacific test sites, extend the fund claims period, and improve compensation and benefits.
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Resolution No. 177-36 (LS) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 9/24/21

Relative to congratulating the government and the people of the Republic of China (Taiwan) on the occasion of its One Hundred and Tenth (110th) “Double Tenth National Day” on October 10, 2021.

Resolution No. 176-36 (COR) - Mary Camacho Torres / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 9/28/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late educator and advocate Dr. Richard W. Fee for his immeasurable contributions to the community and for his countless hours working to make Guam a stronger, more just place to live; and to further extending sincere condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the People of Guam.

Resolution No. 175-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / V. Anthony Ada / Sabina Flores Perez - ADOPTED: 9/29/21

Relative to recognizing the month of October 2021 as “Red Ribbon Month”; and commending individuals participating in the 2021 Red Ribbon Campaign for their continued efforts in preventing drug, tobacco, and alcohol abuse and for encouraging youth participation in Red Ribbon Week during October 23rd through the 31st.

Resolution No. 174-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / James C. Moylan / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Clynton E. Ridgell / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Telo T. Taitague / Joe S. San Agustin / V. Anthony Ada / Sabina Flores Perez / Mary Camacho Torres / Amanda L. Shelton / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas, Jr. / Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 9/29/21

Relative to recognizing September as “National Recovery Month”; commending Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center: New Beginnings, Oasis Empowerment Center, and The Salvation Army Light House Recovery Center for their efforts in providing help and care for people suffering from substance abuse and guiding them in the path of recovery.

Resolution No. 173-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / V. Anthony Ada / James C. Moylan - ADOPTED: 9/23/21

Relative in recognition and celebrating Head Start Program Awareness Month in October; and extending a sincere Un Dångkulu na si Yu'us ma'åse' to Guam’s Head Start Program’s Staff, for promoting school readiness of preschool children and their families.

Resolution No. 172-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Mary Camacho Torres / James C. Moylan - ADOPTED: 9/27/21

Relative to recognizing Mr. Mark A. L. Merfalen for his immeasurable contributions to the A. B. Won Pat International Airport Authority (GIAA) and commending him for over twenty-five (25) years of service to the island of island and community of Guam.

Resolution No. 171-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton Telena Cruz Nelson Mary Camacho Torres James C. Moylan - ADOPTED: 9/23/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mrs. Maritess R. Sotto on the occasion of her retirement after twenty-six (26) years of public service to the Government of Guam; and commending her on the dedication and contributions to the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority (GIAA) and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 170-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Mary Camacho Torres / James C. Moylan - ADOPTED: 9/23/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mrs. Beatrice H. Sablan on the occasion of her retirement after thirty-three (33) years of outstanding public service to the Government of Guam; and commending her for her dedication and contributions to the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 169-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Frank Blas Jr. Christopher M. Dueñas / Sabina Flores Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / V. Anthony Ada / Clynton E. Ridgell / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 9/17/21

Relative to recognizing the observance of National Prisoners of War (POW)/Missing in Action (MIA) Recognition Day; and to commemorating and remembering all those who were imprisoned in times of conflict and those who remain missing.

Resolution No. 168-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 9/17/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Melvin O. Javier on the occasion of his retirement as an Engineering Technician II of the CHamoru Land Trust Commission and the Department of Land Management, Survey Division; and commending him for his thirty-three (33) years of outstanding service to the government of Guam.

Resolution No. 167-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 9/20/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Lourdes Duenas Perez Camacho, former First Lady of Guam, on the occasion of her ninety-third (93rd) birthday, and commemorating her for her distinguished career as the island’s first First Lady of Elected Governors on Guam; and further expressing a sincere Un Dångkolo na Si Yu'os Ma'åse' to her for her lifelong service and commitment to the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 166-36 (COR) - Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank F. Blas, Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / James C. Moylan / Joanne M. Brown / Telo T. Taitague / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Sabina F. Perez / Clynton E. Ridgell

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Ms. Kristina Bea Blaz on her service to the Government of Guam and our people; and to further extend a warm and sincere Un Dangkolo Na Si Yu’us Ma’ase for her commitment and dedication in providing self-less government service to the island and its community.

Resolution No. 165-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 9/16/21

Relative to expressing and congratulating Mr. Jesse S. A. Mateo on the occasion of his retirement from the Guam Department of Education and the Government of Guam; and commending him for his twenty-nine (29) years of outstanding service to the government and to the public-school students of Guam.

Resolution No. 164-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 9/15/21

Relative to recognizing Dr. Shahram Khosrowpanah for a distinguished 36-year career as water resource research faculty, director of the Water and Environmental Research Institute of the Western Pacific and Founding Dean of the School of Engineering at the University of Guam.

Resolution No. 163-36 (COR) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED: 9/15/21

Relative to honoring I Hinanao, I Magahet yan I Ininna, a grassroots organization of veterans helping other veterans with navigating the Veterans Administration claim process and conducting outreach to ensure that veterans on Guam received the benefits that are entitled to them.

Resolution No. 162-36 (COR) - Frank Blas, Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / Joe. S. San Agustin / Christopher M. Dueñas / James C. Moylan

RELATIVE TO REQUESTING I MAGA’HÅGAN GUÅHAN TO ESTABLISH THE TOURIST ATTRACTIONS RESCUE PLAN (TARP) AND PROVIDING AT LEAST $60 MILLION FROM THE FUNDS RECEIVED THROUGH THE 2020 CARES ACT, THE 2021 AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN, OR OTHER FEDERALLY OR LOCALLY FUNDED PANDEMIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS TO ASSIST BUSINESS ENTITIES IN THE TOURISM INDUSTRY WHO HAVE BEEN SEVERELY IMPACTED AND SUFFERED TREMENDOUSLY BECAUSE OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
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Resolution No. 161-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Joe S. San Agustin / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres / Christopher M. Dueñas - ADOPTED: 9/14/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing and commending the late †Richard A. Quintanilla, Jr. on his service with the Government of Guam; and to further extend a sincere Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu’us Ma’åse' for his commitment and dedication in providing thirty (30) years of government service to the public and the community of Guam.

Resolution No. 160-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Mary Camacho Torres / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 9/13/21

Relative to recognizing Brent Tipton for his dedication to Guam’s youth and athletes; and commending him for his more than a decade of service to the basketball community of Guam.

Resolution No. 159-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Mary Camacho Torres / Christopher M. Dueñas / James C. Moylan / V. Anthony Ada - ADOPTED: 9/14/21

Relative to recognizing and observing Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Week on September 18 to September 24, 2021; and to further commending community stakeholders, organizations, and non-profits in their collaborative effort to prevent substance abuse.

Resolution No. 158-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Sabina Flores Perez / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Amanda L. Shelton / Mary Camacho Torres / James C. Moylan - ADOPTED: 9/10/21

Relative to recognizing Master Sergeant (MSG) Rosemarie Elliot on the occasion of her retirement from the Guam Army National Guard – Recruit and Retention Battalion; and commending her for her service to the people of Guam and the nation after thirty-nine (39) years of outstanding military service; and further expressing Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'åse'.

Resolution No. 157-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joanne Brown / Therese M. Terlaje / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joe S. San Agustin / Amanda L. Shelton / Sabina Flores Perez - ADOPTED: 9/9/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mr. Allan Paul Cruz on the occasion of his retirement from the Government of Guam; and commending him for his twenty-eight (28) years of outstanding service to the government and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 156-36 (LS) - Telo T. Taitague / Mary Camacho Torres / Amanda L. Shelton / V. Anthony Ada / Frank F. Blas Jr. / Therese M. Terlaje / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Sabina Flores Perez / Telena Cruz Nelson / James C. Moylan / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / Clynton E. Ridgell / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje

Relative to posthumously honoring the late James “Jimmy Dee” Flores for his immeasurable contributions to the development and growth of Guam’s music industry, and for helping to share Guam’s CHamoru language and culture with the world; and to further extending sincere condolences to his family on his passing.

Resolution No. 155-36 (LS) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 12/13/21

RELATIVE TO ALLOCATING FIFTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($15,000) FROM THE CENTRAL OPERATIONS FUND TO THE COMMITTEE ON ETHICS AND STANDARDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONTRACTING A COMMITTEE LEGAL COUNSEL.

Resolution No. 154-36 (LS) - Joanne Brown / Therese M. Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Frank Blas Jr.

Relative to recognizing, honoring, and celebrating posthumously the life of the late Honorable Speaker William “Don” Parkinson for his dedication and selflessness to the people of Guam, and for his tireless efforts advocating for the rights of all people; and to further expressing deepest condolences and appreciation of his life to his family.

Resolution No. 153-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / James C. Moylan / V. Anthony Ada / Therese M. Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres / Amanda L. Shelton / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED: 12/6/21

Relative to expressing the utmost support of I Mina'trentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guåhan (the 36th Guam Legislature) in advocating for the passage of H.R. 928, the “American Family Act of 2021,” introduced by the Honorable Rosa DeLauro, Connecticut U.S. Representative, which seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make the Child Tax Credit fully refundable, establish an increased Child Tax Credit for young children, and for other purposes.
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Resolution No. 152-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / Clynton E. Ridgell / Tina Rose Muña Barnes

Relative to expressing the utmost support of I Mina'trentai Sais na Liheslaturan Guåhan for H.R. 3985, the “Averting Loss of Life and Injury by Expediting SIVs Act of 2021” or the “Allies Act of 2021” introduced by the Honorable Representative Jason Crow; and through its passage, amends the Afghan Allies Protection Act of 2009 to expedite the special immigrant visa process for certain Afghan allies, and for other purposes.
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Resolution No. 151-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson

Relative to expressing the utmost support of I Mina'trentai Sais na Liheslaturan Guåhan for H.R. 1652, the “VOCA Fix to Sustain the Crime Victims Fund Act of 2021” introduced by the Honorable Representative Jerrold Nadler; and through its passage, U.S. Public Law 117-27, which secures funding to the Crime Victims Fund, to waive matching requirements, and for other purposes of the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA).
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Resolution No. 150-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / James C. Moylan / V. Anthony Ada / Sabina Flores Perez / Clynton E. Ridgell / Joanne Brown / Mary Camacho Torres / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. - ADOPTED: 8/18/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Mother Teresa of Calcutta, and commemorating her devotion and faithfulness to God and her dedication to helping the sick and poor people of the world; and who shall be forever remembered as one of the world’s greatest humanitarians

Resolution No. 149-36 (LS) - Joanne Brown / Telo T. Taitague / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / V. Anthony Ada / Frank Blas Jr. / James C. Moylan / Christopher M. Dueñas

Chumilong yan inecha na u ma rikoknia i membro siha gi Inetnon Lalåhen Guåhan para i minaolek kontrebusion-ñiha para i taotåo Guåhan gi ukasion i ma, estapblesan i inetnon yan i mina' siento kuattro åños (104) na silibrasion-ña. Relative to recognizing Inetnon Lalåhen Guåhan/the Young Men’s League of Guam (YMLG) on the occasion of the One Hundred Fourth (104th) Year Anniversary of its establishment; and commending the members of YMLG for their outstanding contributions to the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 148-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / James C. Moylan / Joe S. San Agustin

Relative to commending and congratulating the State Partnership Program between Guam and the Republic of the Philippines on the Twentieth (20th) Anniversary; and to further recognizing the importance and accomplishments of this State Partnership Program; and to express Un Dangolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'åse' for their continued support and safe-guard of our people of Guam and the republic of the Philippines.

Resolution No. 147-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / James C. Moylan / Joe S. San Agustin

Relative to recognizing and commending Major General Eugenio V. Hernandez, Deputy Chief of Staff for Reservists and Retiree Affairs of the Philippine Navy (Marine Corps); and to further express an Un Dangkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma’åse’ to him for his exemplary service and contributions to both his country and abroad.

Resolution No. 146-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson - WITHDRAWN: 8/12/21

“Relative to recognizing Mr. Bernardo Roque Indalecio Mendiola on his of Eightieth (80) Birthday; and celebrating his longevity as being one of Guam’s Octogenarians; and commending him for his service in the U.S. Army; and to further expressing Un Dångkulu na si Yu'us ma'åse' to him on his special day and wish many more celebrations to come.”

Resolution No. 145-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson

Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Guam Department of Education (GDOE) cafeteria staff, Food & Nutrition Services Management Division (FNSMD), Child Nutrition Program (CNP); and Food Service Management Company (FSMC) on exhibiting outstanding performance in accommodating Guam’s public-school students with humanitarian support to prevent food hunger during the last eighteen (18) months of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Resolution No. 144-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 8/9/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Ms. Gwendolyn Nelson Taimanglo on the occasion of her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her twenty-seven (27) years of outstanding service to the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 143-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED: 9/29/21

Relative to expressing the support of I Mina’trentai Sais na Liheslaturan Guåhan and advocating for the passage of H.R. 3730, which seeks to amend Title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veteran Affairs an Advisory Committee on United States Outlying Areas and Freely Associated States, and for other purposes.
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Resolution No. 142-36 (LS) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / V. Anthony Ada - ADOPTED: 8/6/21

Relative to commending, recognizing, and congratulating the Knights of Columbus on the 139th Anniversary of the organization’s founding by the Blessed Venerable Servant Reverend Father Michael J. McGivney and the 139th Knights of Columbus Supreme Convention and the elevation of Patrick E. Kelly as the 14th Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus as he serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of the world’s largest Catholic Fraternal Service Organization, with more than 2 million members; and to extend our island’s commendation to the 2021-2022 Guam Knights of Columbus State Council comprising of councils and assemblies island wide; and to further expressing to the Knights of Columbus “Un dångkolo na Si Yu’os Ma’åse” for the Knight of Columbus’ exemplary services and contributions globally, and to the island and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 141-36 (LS) - Clynton E. Ridgell - ADOPTED: 8/6/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Dr. Russell Kenneth Campbell on his retirement from the Guam Department of Agriculture; and commending him for his twenty-nine (29) years of dedication and outstanding service to the government and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 140-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 8/5/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late †Ernie Sombrero for his contributions to our island; and further expressing condolences to his family on his passing on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 139-36 (LS) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 8/5/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable Ivan James Alafanso Blanco for his dedication and accomplishments as a Member of the House of Representatives Twenty-Second (22nd) Northern Marianas Commonwealth Legislature; and expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam

Resolution No. 138-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 8/4/21

Relative to recognizing the late Esther Bejarano for her outstanding dedication and service to the International Auschwitz Committee, and commemorating her for her dedication to music and her unrelenting devotion to the fight against racism and anti-Semitism; and expressing condolences to her family on her passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 137-36 (COR) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED: 8/6/21

Relative to recognizing the members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Guam Chapters 1315, 787 and 2007, for their spirit of sacrifice in keeping with the proud tradition of the military service; and commending them for their service to our country and island.

Resolution No. 136-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 8/9/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Mr. Robert “Bob” Parris Moses, American educator, philosopher, and civil rights activist whose unrelenting advocacy served to enhance the continued American Civil Rights Movement and commemorating him for his distinguished accomplishments and unwavering dedication; and expressing sincere condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guåhan.

Resolution No. 135-36 (COR) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 8/4/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mr. Juan P. Castro on the occasion of his retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending him for his thirty-six (36) years of outstanding public service.

Resolution No. 134-36 (COR) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 8/4/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mr. Juan P. Castro on the occasion of his retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending him for his thirty-six (36) years of outstanding public service.

Resolution No. 133-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 7/29/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Joseph “Joe” Blas Peredo, also known as Saina Hu Gua, for perpetuating the CHamoru culture and heritage as a CHamoru language teacher, writer and composer of original music and chants; and expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 132-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Clynton E. Ridgell / Sabina Flores Perez

Relative to raising awareness of the importance of the ocean to our island community and to the world, and to respectfully petition the Government of Japan to reconsider their decision of dumping more than one million tons of contaminated water from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Disaster into the ocean.
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Resolution No. 131-36 (COR) - Clynton E. Ridgell - ADOPTED: 7/23/21

Relative to recognizing Andy Wheeler for over twenty (20) years of a public career on Guam that has seen his constant and optimistic efforts towards the promotion of volunteerism and service for the CHamoru culture; and commending him for the longevity of the impact his accomplishments have had on the island of Guam.

Resolution No. 130-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Clynton E. Ridgell / Therese M. Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 8/31/21

Relative to expressing the support of I Mina'trentai Sais na Liheslaturan Guåhan for the passage of H.R. 4406, the “Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021,” introduced by the Honorable Darren Soto and the Honorable Gus Bilirakis, U.S. House of Representatives, which seeks to amend Titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the U.S. territories under the Medicaid program, and to provide five (5) years of Medicaid funding for Puerto Rico, and eight (8) years of funding for other U.S. territories; and for other purposes.
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Resolution No. 129-36 (COR) - Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 7/20/21

Relative to recognizing Ms. Christina “Tina” Marie B. Noket for her eighteen (18) years of service to our island community at the Guam American Cancer Society; and commending her for her commitment and dedication to cancer patients, survivors, and their families on Guam.

Resolution No. 128-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 8/2/21

Relative to recognizing Ms. Josephine Rose Taitano Sanchez Medler on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her forty-one (41) years of outstanding service to the Government of Guam, our community, and our island.

Resolution No. 127-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED: 7/19/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Brigadier General Johnny S. Lizama on the occasion of his retirement after forty-three (43) years of military service in the Guam Air National Guard; and commending him for his service to the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 126-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 7/28/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Elmore “Moe” Cotton for his contributions to the island; and expressing condolences to his family on his passing on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 125-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 7/13/21

Relative to recognizing Margaret Terlaje Babauta on the occasion of her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her thirty-one (31) years of outstanding service.

Resolution No. 124-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Mary Camacho Torres

Relative to recognizing Bank Pacific for their outstanding financial and banking services to the people of Guam; and congratulating them on their Sixty-Seventh (67th) Anniversary.

Resolution No. 123-36 (LS) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED: 7/6/21

Relative to honoring the Navy Mortuary and Navy morticians Hospital Corpsman First Class Jonathan J. Shewchuk and Hospital Corpsman Second Class Brian T. Beale for their service to the people of Guam by assisting with the Guam Medical Examiner’s Office, the ensuring of entitlements owed to deceased veterans who lay unclaimed, above and beyond their call of duty.

Resolution No. 122-36 (LS) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED 6/29/21

Relative to congratulating Guam Regional Medical City on their sixth (6th) Anniversary, and further commending them for their outstanding medical care and health services to the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 121-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Therese M. Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Sabina Flores Perez / James C. Moylan / Frank Blas Jr.

Relative to respectfully requesting that President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. act within his administrative authority to remove the deadline to file a claim with the Foreign Claims Settlement Commission under the Guam World War II Loyalty Recognition Act and to further extend the Act’s eligibility to the survivors of decedents who had passed away after the initial filing deadline of June 20, 2018.
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Resolution No. 120-36 (LS) - Joe S. San Augustin - ADOPTED: 6/25/21

Relative to recognizing Chef Bradley Montgomery for his commitment and leadership in expanding Guam’s culinary and hospitality industry; and to further extending an Un Dángkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'áse for being a partner in Guam’s progress and wishing him adios and best wish as he departs our Island.

Resolution No. 119-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/25/21

Relative to recognizing the Officers and Board of Trustees of the Filipino Community of Guam (FCG) for their continued commitment and devotion to the people and island of Guam, and commending the FCG for keeping the Philippine culture and pride strong among the Filipinos of our island community; and to congratulating the FCG on the occasion of its Sixty-seventh (67th) Year Anniversary and the One Hundred Twenty-third (123rd) Year Anniversary of Philippine Independence.

Resolution No. 118-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/24/21

Relative to commending Philippine Airlines as a recipient of the Lifeline Carrier Award for their exemplary service to the people of Guam amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Resolution No. 117-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/24/21

Relative to recognizing Jin Air Co., Ltd. as a recipient of the Lifeline Carrier Award for their exemplary service to the people of Guam amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Resolution No. 116-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/24/21

Relative to commending United Airlines as a recipient of the Lifeline Carrier Award for their exemplary service to the people of Guam amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Resolution No. 115-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/25/21

Relative to recognizing the observance of “War Survivor Remembrance Day” on June 28, 2021, as part of the celebration of the Seventy-seventh (77th) Year Anniversary of Guam’s Liberation, to pay tribute and commemorate all the survivors of Guam’s wartime occupation for their immense courage and perseverance; and commending the Guam War Survivors Memorial Foundation for their dedication and service in perpetuating the stories and accounts of the hardships of all those affected during the Japanese occupation of Guam during World War II.

Resolution No. 114-36 (COR) - Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / James C. Moylan / Joanne Brown / Mary Camacho Torres / Telo T. Taitague / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / Clynton E. Ridgell / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED 6/17/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable Michael J. Reidy, former Senator, for his unrelenting advocacy to serving and enhancing the welfare of the island of Guam, and commemorating him for his outstanding accomplishments and service to Guam and its people; and expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 113-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes

Relative to congratulating Rear Admiral John V. Menoni, Commander-Joint Region Marianas, on his change of command and commending him for his leadership and outstanding service to the island and people of Guam.

Resolution No. 112-36 (COR) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 8/4/21

Relative to recognizing the Guam-CNMI Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) State Committee for their continued hard work in support of the service members of the National Guard and Reserve; and commending the ESGR for their commitment to serving our island community and the Pacific region.

Resolution No. 111-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 6/9/21

Relative to recognizing Atkins Kroll, Inc. on its grand opening of its remodeled showroom in Tamuning for its flagship brand Lexus.

Resolution No. 110-36 (LS) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/28/21

Relative to recognizing the Guam Pride Committee, Guam Pride, Inc., the Guam Visitors Bureau, Equality Guam, Guam’s Alternative Lifestyle Association (GALA) and House of Diosa, The Sisters of the Moonlight, Guma’ Gela’, Guam Coalition Against Sexual Assault & Family Violence (GCASAFV) and Trinity Hufana, Miss Queen of the Pacific 2021 for their ongoing work in promoting the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community of Guam; and observing June 2021 as “LGBTQ Pride Month.”

Resolution No. 109-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/26/21

Relative to recognizing Epifania Dulay Tabilas as a recipient of the 2021 Centenarian; and commemorating her the celebration of her one hundred-one (101) years of longevity.

Resolution No. 108-36 (LS) - James C. Moylan - ADOPTED: 5/26/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating McDonald's Restaurants of Guam on celebrating their Golden Anniversary, and for their fifty (50) years of serving the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 107-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/25/21

Relative to recognizing and honoring Guam’s Senior Citizens on the celebration of Senior Citizens’ Month 2021 during the month of May, with the theme “Communities of Strength”; and to further extending a warm Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu’os Ma’åse’ to all the governmental and non-governmental organizations, and volunteers for their support and contributions to a successful Senior Citizens’ Month Celebration.

Resolution No. 106-36 (LS) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED 5/25/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Ms. Mae M. Quitugua, Colonel on her retirement from the Department of Corrections and to further extend a warm and sincere Un Dangkolo Na Si Yu’us Ma’ase for her commitment and dedication in providing 26+ years of service to the Department of Corrections.

Resolution No. 105-36 (LS) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED 5/25/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mr. Christopher John Donato, Major on his retirement from the Department of Corrections and to further extend a warm and sincere Un Dangkolo Na Si Yu’us Ma’ase for his commitment and dedication in providing 30 years of service to the Department of Corrections.

Resolution No. 104-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/24/21

Relative to recognizing Rosario Flores Leon Guerrero as a recipient of the 2021 Centenarian; and commemorating her the celebration of her one hundred-one (101) years of longevity.

Resolution No. 103-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/24/21

Relative to recognizing Teodora P. Andrada as a recipient of the 2021 Centenarian; and commemorating her the celebration of her one hundred-one (101) years of longevity.

Resolution No. 102-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/24/21

Relative to recognizing Amalia Yokoi Farfan as a recipient of the 2021 Centenarian; and commemorating her the celebration of her one hundred-two (102) years of longevity.

Resolution No. 101-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/24/21

Relative to recognizing Josefina Liberty Villanueva Sancianco Ragan as a recipient of the 2021 Centenarian; and commemorating her the celebration of her one hundred (100) years of longevity.

Resolution No. 100-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/24/21

Relative to recognizing Jose Aguinaldo Peralta as a recipient of the 2021 Centenarian; and commemorating her the celebration of her one hundred-one (101) years of longevity.

Resolution No. 99-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/24/21

Relative to recognizing Felecisema Alcira Montalban as a recipient of the 2021 Centenarian; and commemorating her the celebration of her one hundred-two (102) years of longevity.

Resolution No. 98-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/24/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing and commemorating the late Paz Mendiola Sablan for her contributions to our island; and expressing condolences to her family on her passing on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 97-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/24/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing and commemorating the late Romana Blas Villagomez for her contributions to our island; and expressing condolences to her family on her passing on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 96-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton / Therese M. Terlaje / James C. Moylan - ADOPTED: 5/24/21

Relative to recognizing May 2021 as “Preservation Month: Empowering Communities Preserving Heritage”; to observing 2021 Mes Inadahen Irensiå-ta (Preserving Our History Month); and to further commending the Guam Preservation Trust, the Guam State Historic Preservation Office, and all of Guam’s government and community organizations for their collaborative efforts to ensure the preservation and perpetuation of the CHamoru language, culture, and heritage.

Resolution No. 95-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 5/24/21

Relative to recognizing and acknowledging the Guam Nurses Association (GNA) for its dedication to providing quality health care services to the people of Guam; and congratulating them as they celebrate “Nurses Month” and honor all nurses on island for their contributions to healthcare during the month of May 2021.

Resolution No. 94-36 (LS) - Sabina Flores Perez / Clynton E. Ridgell

Relative to supporting Government of Guam agency efforts to secure federal technical assistance and funding to eradicate snakes from Dåno', also known as Cocos Island, to protect and recover Guåhan’s native species, and to commit to removing brown treesnakes from Guåhan.
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Resolution No. 93-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Christopher M. Dueñas

Relative to establishing priorities for the spending of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds designated for Guam, for consideration and incorporation by the Governor into a consolidated government of Guam ARP spending plan.
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Resolution No. 92-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton

Relative to recognizing and commending the Guam Women’s Club for its invaluable contributions to the people of Guam; and to further congratulating its past and present membership on the celebration of its Seventieth (70th) Year Anniversary.

Resolution No. 91-36 (COR) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTEd: 5/21/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mrs. Carol Taitano Somerfleck on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and further commending her for 22 years of outstanding service to the people of Guam, her students, our community, and our island.

Resolution No. 90-36 (COR) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 5/21/21

Relative to congratulating Señora Diana Charfauros on the occasion of her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and further recognizing her for thirty (30) years of outstanding service to the People of Guam.

Resolution No. 89-36 (COR) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 5/21/21

Relative to congratulating Mr. Mark McCarthy on the occasion of his retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and extending an Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu’os Ma’åse for his thirty (30) years of exemplary service to the People of Guam.

Resolution No. 88-36 (COR) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 5/21/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Kenneth Quidachay Ursua on his retirement from the Guam Department of Education after twenty-two (22) years of outstanding service; and to further expressing our sincerest condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the People of Guam.

Resolution No. 87-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/19/21

Relative to recognizing the University of Guam (UOG) Master of Public Administration (MPA) candidates of Fañomnåkan 2021 for their unwavering commitment in engaging the island community as ambassadors during the initiation of the Center of Island Sustainability’s “Guam Green Growth Commitment Badge Program”; and congratulating them on the completion of their Master Program at the UOG School of Business and Public Administration.

Resolution No. 86-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 5/19/21

Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Safe Boating Week” from May 22 to May 28, 2021; and commending the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Guam Flotilla, Guam Police Department Marine Patrol, the Guam Fire Department Rescue Units on raising awareness of safe boating and marine safety.

Resolution No. 85-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/24/21

Relative to recognizing Teresita Guevara Smith for her distinguished service to the U.S. Army and as a civilian with the Department of Defense; and commending her for demonstrating countless contributions to the United States and people of Guam.

Resolution No. 84-36 (COR) - Clynton E. Ridgell - ADOPTED: 5/18/21

Relative to recognizing Guam’s observance of May 20th as World Bee Day and celebrating the local beekeepers of Guam for their contributions to maintaining Guam’s local pollinator population for the good of our local farmers, the environment, and the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 83-36 (COR) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTEd: 5/23/21

Relative to recognizing Major Thomas J. Kellams II, for demonstrating meritorious service in the performance of his duties as Commander of the 36th Security Forces Squadron, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam; and commending him for his service to the people of Guam and the United States.

Resolution No. 82-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 5/10/21

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable Peter Charles Siguenza, Jr., former Chief Justice of I Kotten Mas Takhelo Guåhan, for his devotion to serving the public and improving the administration of justice and commemorating his lifetime of service to Guam; and to further expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 81-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 5/7/21

Relative to recognizing the Charter Schools of Guam on the observance of “National Charter Schools Week” from May 9 through May 15, 2021, with the theme: “National Charter Schools Week 2021: 30 Years Strong”; and commending Guahån Academy Charter School, iLearn Academy Charter School, SIFA Learning Academy Charter School, and Career Tech High Academy Charter School for their innovative and imaginative efforts to ensure the well-rounded education of our students and our youth.

Resolution No. 80-36 (COR) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED: 5/6/21

Relative to honoring the Department of Corrections and Corrections Officers during National Corrections Officers Week and on behalf of a grateful island, commending them for their service and sacrifice during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Resolution No. 79-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton

Relative to congratulating Mr. Dennis Robert Flores on the occasion of retirement after dedicating thirty (30) to the people of Guam; and to further recognizing and commending him for his contributions at the Department of Public Works (Bus Operations).

Resolution No. 78-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 5/6/21

Relative to observing and recognizing the members of the “2021 Click It or Ticket” National Enforcement Mobilization Campaign for their community initiatives to ensure highway and occupant safety during the week of May 17th through June 6th, 2021; and further commending the Guam Department of Public Works (DPW) – Office of Highway Safety, together with its Partners for Highway Safety: the Guam Police Department (GPD) - Highway Patrol Division; Guam International Airport Authority (GIAA) -Airport Police Division; Port Authority of Guam (PAG) - Port Police Division; Office of the Attorney General - DUI Prosecution; Judiciary of Guam - DWI Court and DWI Enhancement Program; Guam Fire Department (GFD) for promoting and encouraging safe driving by utilizing seatbelts and child restraint systems, and the awareness of seatbelt safety; and to further expressing Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'åse'.

Resolution No. 77-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 5/13/21

Relative to recognizing and commending Captain Christopher M. Chase on his outstanding service to the island and people of Guam; and further congratulating him on his change of command and assignment as Attaché at the US Embassy in Beijing.

Resolution No. 76-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 4/30/21

Relative to recognizing May 2021 as “Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month”; and commending Guam’s Asthma and Allergy Support Program (GAASP) and health care professionals who treat asthma and allergy-related health conditions for promoting education, spreading awareness on its prevalence, and advancing care.

Resolution No. 75-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 4/27/21

Relative to recognizing and celebrating the observance of “Teacher Appreciation Week,” from May 3 through May 7, 2021 with the theme “This School Year, #ThankATeacher”; and further commending teachers from the Guam Department of Education (GDOE) in conjunction with the Guam Charter Schools, Catholic and Private Education, and the Department of Defense Education Activity (DODEA); and further expressing Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'åse'.

Resolution No. 74-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 4/27/21

Relative to commending and congratulating Dr. Benjamin “Benjie” Santiago on the occasion of being recognized as the “Guam Department of Education (GDOE) 2021 Teacher of the Year”; and to further expressing a sincere Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'åse' to him for his commitment and dedication to enriching the lives of our students and youth.

Resolution No. 73-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 4/27/21

Relative to congratulating Kehani P. Mendiola on her recognition as the 2021 University of Guam’s Nineteenth (19th) Truman Scholar and commending her for outstanding contributions and public service as a dedicated member of our island community; and to further expressing to her and all finalists our sincerest Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu’os Ma’åse.

Resolution No. 72-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joanne Brown

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable Joe Taitano San Agustin, former Senator and Speaker for the guidance and leadership he provided to our island; and to commemorate his lifetime of service to Guam and its people; and expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 71-36 (COR) - V. Anthony Ada - ADOPTED: 4/23/21

Relative to recognizing Mr. William B. Wolfley on his retirement as a teacher with the Guam Department of Education; and further commending him for his 32 years of outstanding service to the people of Guam, the students he taught, our community, and our island.

Resolution No. 70-36 (COR) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 4/23/21

Relative to recognizing and commending Commander Jacob W. Segalla for demonstrating meritorious service in the performance of his duties as Executive Officer, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Marianas and Deputy Regional Engineer for Commander Joint Region Marianas (CJRM) in Guam, from July 2019 to May 2021; and to further express a sincere Un Dangkulu na Si Yu’us Ma’ase for his service to the people of Guam and the nation.

Resolution No. 69-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 4/28/21

Relative to recognizing the Judiciary of Guam’s Adult and Juvenile Drug Court, the U.S. District Court of Guam’s Drug Offender Re-entry (DORE) Program and other therapeutic courts for being the cornerstone of criminal justice reform; and commending them for their commitment to providing support services needed to address substance abuse on our island, as they celebrate “Drug Court Month” during the month of May 2021.

Resolution No. 68-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telena Cruz Nelson

Relative to recognizing April 26 to April 30, 2021 as “Reentry Court Week”; and commending individuals reentering society with the commitment to be positive and engaged citizens who make meaningful contributions to our island.

Resolution No. 67-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 5/3/21

Relative to commending and congratulating Gumaꞌ Mami, Inc., for its forty (40) years of service and dedication in providing invaluable and vital services, support, and advocacy to individuals with disabilities on the island of Guam.

Resolution No. 66-36 (COR) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 4/22/21

Relative to celebrating the life of former Umatac Mayor Daniel Quinata Sanchez, and honoring his profound service to the people of his village, our island, and expressing most sincere sympathy to his family for his passing.

Resolution No. 65-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 6/7/21

Relative to recognizing and commending the Honorable Victoriano “Vic” April for his work as Consul General of the Republic of Palau Consulate Office in Guam; and to further expressing an Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu’os Ma’åse’ to him for his exemplary service and contributions to the island of Guam.

Resolution No. 64-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje

Relative to recognizing and commending the Judiciary of Guam, the U.S. District Court of Guam, and the Guam Bar Association for the tremendous service they provide to the island community as we join them in the celebration of “Law Month” from April 24 to June 12, 2021 and “Law Day” on May 1, 2021.

Resolution No. 63-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje / Christopher M. Dueñas / Telena Cruz Nelson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Sabina Flores Perez / Frank Blas Jr. / Clynton E. Ridgell / Joe S. San Agustin / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / V. Anthony Ada / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan / Telo T. Taitague / Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 4/30/21

Relative to respectfully requesting the United States Congress to support Community Project Funding for the construction of an expanded Guam Fishermen’s Co-op Facility and the correlating expansion of Guam’s community fishing industry.

Resolution No. 62-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Sabina Flores Perez / Clynton E. Ridgell / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / James C. Moylan

Relative to celebrating the life and accomplishments of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and Earl of Merioneth and Baron Greenwich, a devoted husband to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, and dedicated father, grandfather and great-grandfather; and to further extend I Liheslaturan Guåhan’s Condolences to the Royal Family.

Resolution No. 61-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED 4/20/21

Relative to congratulating Mr. Chima Mbakwem for being recognized as one of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s 2021 Tuberculosis (TB) Elimination Champions; and commending him for his contributions to expand TB services and education and outreach efforts in Guam.

Resolution No. 60-36 (COR) - Clynton E. Ridgell - ADOPTED: 4/16/21

Relative to commemorating the 40-year anniversary of the working relationship between USDA, the Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency, and the Guam Department of Agriculture and all other stakeholders at the USDA Plant Inspection Station in Tiyan and to commending their role in protecting our island’s native flora and fauna from invasive threats.

Resolution No. 59-36 (COR) - Jose “Pedo” Terlaje - ADOPTED: 4/8/21

Relative to celebrating the life of former Agat Commissioner Antonio Reyes Terlaje, a war survivor and lifelong public servant who has left an inedible mark on all the people of Guam for the better and whose sacrifices will be remembered in perpetuity by a grateful island community.

Resolution No. 58-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / Joanne Brown / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 4/6/21

Relative to recognizing April 2021 as “Fair Housing Month”; and commending the Guam Association of REALTORS® (GAR) for its commitment to upholding fair housing ideals and dedication to protecting the interest of its members and our island residents.

Resolution No. 57-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/5/21

Relative to recognizing the observance of “Autism Awareness Month” during April 2021 and those individuals who are affected by autism spectrum disorders, and commending the Autism Community Together (ACT) for its continued efforts to promote autism awareness and provide support to families; and further commending the families and caregivers of autistic individuals for their unconditional love and dedication to bettering the lives of their children, grandchildren, family members and friends.

Resolution No. 56-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Clynton E. Ridgell / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Frank F. Blas Jr. / Amanda L. Shelton / Mary Camacho Torres - ADOPTED: 5/28/21

Relative to expressing the utmost support of the people of Guam for House Resolution 279, acknowledging that the United States Supreme Court’s decisions in the Insular Cases and the “Territorial Incorporation Doctrine” are contrary to the text and history of the United States Constitution and rest on racial views and stereotypes from the era of Plessy v. Ferguson that have long been rejected and are contrary to our nation's most basic constitutional and democratic principles, and should also be rejected as having no place in United States constitutional law.
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Resolution No. 55-36 (COR) - Sabina Flores Perez / Therese M. Terlaje / Telena Cruz Nelson / Clynton E. Ridgell / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 4/30/21

Relative to reaffirming our human right to safe drinking and clean water in observance of World Water Day 2021, and recognizing the importance of protecting our Northern Guam Lens Aquifer and precious water resource in ensuring the health of our people.
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Resolution No. 54-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Frank Blas Jr. / Clynton E. Ridgell / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / V. Anthony Ada / Mary Camacho Torres / Christopher M. Dueñas / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Telena Cruz Nelson

Relative to respectfully petitioning the United States Congress to enact legislation removing the filing deadline for the guam World War II Loyalty Recognition Act Claims Program. Resolution Referral
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Resolution No. 53-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 4/30/21

Relative to supporting the Republic of China (Taiwan)’s participation as Observer at the World Health Organization’s 74th World Health Assembly.
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Resolution No. 52-36 (COR) - Christopher M. Dueñas / James C. Moylan / V. Anthony Ada / Frank Blas Jr. / Joanne Brown / Mary Camacho Torres / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED 4/1/21

Relative to commemorating the accomplishments and invaluable contributions of Margaret McDonald Glover Metcalfe, and to further extend the sincere condolences of the people of Guam and I Liheslaturan Guahan to the McDonald, Glover and Metcalfe families on her passing.

Resolution No. 51-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED 5/4/21

Relative to recognizing Dr. Suzanne Sison Kaneshiro on her retirement from the Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services as the Chief Public Health Officer; and further commending her for her twenty-nine (29) years of outstanding service to the Government of Guam, our community, and our island.

Resolution No. 50-36 (LS) - Mary Camacho Torres / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Frank Blas Jr. / V. Anthony Ada - ADOPTED: 3/26/21

Relative to posthumously commemorating and distinguishing the accomplishments and dedication of the late former First Lady Rosanne Santos Ada, whose unrelenting advocacy served to enhance the welfare of this island; and to further extending the sincere condolences of the people of Guam and I Liheslaturan Guåhan to the Honorable Joseph F. Ada, former Governor of Guam, and the Ada family on her passing.

Resolution No. 49-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez - ADOPTED: 3/26/21

Relative to supporting and recognizing the Guam Coalition Against Sexual Assault & Family Violence and the numerous community advocates, organizations and government agencies in their efforts to raise public awareness during “Sexual Assault Awareness Month”, “Child Abuse Prevention Month” and “National Crime Victims’ Rights Week” throughout the month of April 2021.

Resolution No. 48-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/26/21

Relative to congratulating Mrs. Margaret S. Iriarte on the occasion of her retirement after dedicating thirty-one (31) years of service to the people of Guam; and to further recognizing and commending her for her contributions at the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority of Guam.

Resolution No. 47-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / Clynton E. Ridgell / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas Jr. / V. Anthony Ada / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / James C. Moylan - ADOPTED: 3/26/21

Relative to authorizing I Liheslaturan Guåhan to be represented in Guam Supreme Court Case No. CRQ20-002 and assert the validity of the provisions of the Islan Guåhan Emergency Health Powers Act at issue, and ultimately, preserve the Legislature’s power granted by the Organic Act to enact law necessary to protect the health, safety, and general well-being of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 46-36 (LS) - Clynton E. Ridgell - ADOPTED: 4/30/21

Relative to urging the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) to delay the proposed coral critical habitat designation process until such time that the 5-Year Coral Status Review and Coral Recovery Plan can be completed, as well as urging the Department of Agriculture to work in coordination with NMFS to identify appropriate coral critical habitat for Guam using the “Best Scientific Information Available.”
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Resolution No. 45-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje -ADOPTED: 3/23/21

Relative to recognizing the Month of March as Social Work Month; and to further recognize the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Guam Chapter on their annual conference with the theme “Maintaining Connections Through Changing Environments: Social Workers Are Essential.”

Resolution No. 44-36 (LS) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/19/21

Relative to recognizing the numerous organizations, advocates, and partners for their continued dedication and commitment to the youth of Guam; on the observance of “Guam Youth Month” during April 2021.

Resolution No. 43-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Frank Blas Jr.

Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Mr. Edward A. P. Muña II, former Airport Operations Superintendent at the A. B. Won Pat International Airport Authority Guam, and to further expressing condolences to his family on his passing on behalf of the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 42-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Mary C. Torres / Clynton E. Ridgell / V. Anthony Ada / Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Muña Barnes / Joanne M. Brown / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / James C. Moylan

Relative to expressing the support of I Mina’trentai Sais na Liheslaturan Guahan for the passage of H.R. 265, the “Insular Area Medicaid Parity Act,” introduced by the Honorable Delegate Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan and the Honorable Delegate Michael F.Q. San Nicolas, which eliminates the general Medicaid funding limitations for U.S. territories; and to further support the protection of access to healthcare and the federal funding that ensures the necessary resources for Medicaid programs benefiting the People of Guam and all U.S. Territories
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Resolution No. 41-36 (COR) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 3/23/21

Relative to commending and congratulating Ms. Joanita Santos-Borja for her accomplishments and contributions during her thirty-five (35) years of exemplary and dedicated service as a U.S. Federal Employee and as a community partner of Guam; and further wishing her well on the occasion of her retirement.

Resolution No. 40-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Mary Camacho Torres / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown

Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Honorable Anita A. Sukola on the occasion of her retirement after nineteen (19) years of service to the Superior Court of Guam as a Judge, and further recognizing and commending her total of thirty-six (36) years of service to the people of Guam as a highly respected teacher, lawyer, judge, and leader.

Resolution No. 39-36 (COR) - Clynton E. Ridgell / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Sabina Flores Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Mary Camacho Torres / V. Anthony Ada - ADOPTED: 3/16/21

Relative to recognizing Mr. Robert Patrick Sablan Palomo for his selfless service to the humanities of Guam and inspiring generations of Guamanians to pursue musical greatness; and commemorating him for his illustrious musical career as a prominent CHamoru jazz pianist and recording artist.

Resolution No. 38-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson

Relative to expressing the utmost support of H.R. 1, the For the People Act of 2021, and the creation of a Congressional Task Force on Territorial Voting Rights, and to further request the United States Senate to act swiftly to advance the critical reform efforts and provide parity to the island territory of Guam and all United States territories
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Resolution No. 37-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson

Relative to repealing and reenacting Section 10.02(c), Part C, Rule X of I Mina'trentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guåhan Otden Areklamento (the Thirty-Sixth Guam Legislature Standing Rules) to rename a standing committee.

Resolution No. 36-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 3/18/21

Relative to recognizing Mr. Joselito Marquez on his retirement at the Public Defender Service Corporation and commending him for his thirty-three (33) years of outstanding service to the community and people of Guam.

Resolution No. 35-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/10/21

Relative to recognizing the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Guam Chapter 381; and to commending the NAWIC Board of Directors for their commitment to providing educational opportunities and professional development for Guam’s women in the construction industry during the observance from March 7 to March 13, 2021 as “Women In Construction (WIC) Week.”

Resolution No. 34-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton Telena Cruz Nelson - ADOPTED: 3/10/21

Relative to recognizing the Guam System for Assistive Technology (GSAT) on the occasion of its Twenty Seventh (27th) Annual GSAT Conference; and commending GSAT for its continued efforts in delivering vital services to individuals with disabilities and their families.

Resolution No. 33-36 (COR) - V. Anthony Ada / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 4/5/21

Relative to Congratulating Ms. Lynnette Fires on winning the DAISY AWARD FOR EXTRAORDINARY NURSES and Commending her for her exemplary service to the people of Guam and her many contributions toward the advancement of the nursing profession.

Resolution No. 32-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton - WITHDRAWN: 3/10/21

Relative to recognizing the resiliency, vitality, and unwavering nature of the CHamoru culture and their will in “Konsigi I Hinanao-ta” (Continuing Our Journey); and commemorating the history of Guåhan from the CHamoru perspective on the Five Hundred (500) Year Anniversary of the Circumnavigation of the World by sharing the story of “I Hinanao-Ta (Our Journey).”

Resolution No. 31-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Mary Camacho Torres / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 3/3/21

Relative to recognizing the observance of Women’s History Month during the month of March 2021 as a time to celebrate the achievements and vision of women whose work paved the way towards a world free of inequality and violence; and commending the great women of Guam whose historical contributions and achievements continue to pave the way toward progress and success for all.

Resolution No. 30-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Clynton E. Ridgell - ADOPTED 3/4/21

Relative to recognizing 2021 as “Mes CHamoru”; to observing Silibrasion Gupot CHamoru (CHamoru celebration); and to further commending the CHamoru Studies and Special Projects Division of the Guam Department of Education, I Kumisión i Fino’ CHamoru, the Department of CHamoru Affairs, the Guam Council on the Arts and Humanities Agency, the Guam Community College, the University of Guam, the Guam State Historic Preservation Office, the Guam Preservation Trust, and all the Guam’s government and community organizations for their collaborative efforts to ensure the preservation and perpetuation of the CHamoru language, culture, and heritage.

Resolution No. 29-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/15/21

Relative to congratulating Dr. Katherine M. Wood on the occasion of her retirement after dedicating thirty (30) years to the nursing profession and educating Guam’s local nurse force; and to further recognizing and commending her for her service to the people of Guam and contributions to the University of Guam and the nursing profession in Guam and the Micronesian region

Resolution No. 28-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/3/21

Relative to recognizing the University of Guam (UOG) students, alumni, faculty, staff, and administration on the occasion of UOG Charter Month during the month of March 2021 and the celebration of the fifty-third (53rd) year anniversary of the UOG Charter, and the sixty-ninth (69th) year anniversary of its founding; and further commending the 2021 UOG Charter Day Committee for their continued efforts to invest in and strengthen the institution for the benefit of our people, our island, the region, and the world.

Resolution No. 27-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED 2/25/21

Relative to recognizing and congratulating Ms. Angelica Pereira on the occasion of her retirement from the Government of Guam after dedicating twenty-eight (28) years of service to the people of Guam; and commending her for her outstanding contributions while serving at the Department of Youth Affairs.

Resolution No. 26-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 3/15/21

Relative to recognizing Ms. Esther Anne T. Leon Guerrero on her retirement in the Department of Public Health and Social Services; and to further extend a sincere Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu’os Ma’åse’ for her 38 years of service to the Government of Guam and our island

Resolution No. 25-36 (LS) - Clynton E. Ridgell - ADOPTED: 2/22/21

Relative to recognizing Saina Francisco B. Rabon, Premier Master of CHamoru Dance, for his tireless efforts to providing education and resource materials for the preservation of CHamoru language, culture and people; and congratulating him on the publication and distribution of I Lina'la Guma Taotao Tano'.

Resolution No. 24-36 (LS) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 2/19/21

Relative to recognizing and commending the Engineers, Architects, and Land Surveyors of our island community on the celebration of “Engineers, Architects, and Land Surveyors Week” from February 21-27, 2021, with this year’s theme: “Imagining Tomorrow”; and to further expressing Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'åse' to them for making a difference in our world and improving the quality of life for all our people, and for their tremendous contributions to the local community, industry, and society.

Resolution No. 23-36 (LS) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 2/18/21

Relative to recognizing and commending Guam's Certified Government Financial Managers (CGFM) of the Association of Government Accountants, Guam Chapter on the observance of March 2021 as “CGFM Month.”

Resolution No. 22-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne Brown / Telo T. Taitague

Relative to recognizing the observance of “Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month” during the month of March 2021; and commending the various groups and individuals for their advocacy and commitment to promoting awareness of developmental disabilities among our island community

Resolution No. 21-36 (LS) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED 2/17/21

Relative to amending Sections 1.02(e)(3), 1.02(b)(1)(ii), 1.02(d)(3)(D), 2.05, 3.01, 4.01, 5.01, 6.01(a)(1)(i), 6.01(d), 6.01(d)(1), 6.04(c), 6.04(d)(3), 11.03, 11.08, 13.01, Rule XX, and certain committee jurisdictions, and adding a new Appendix 3, the Protocol Guide of Guam, all of I Mina’Trentai Sais na Liheslaturan Guåhan Otden Areklamento (the Thirty-Sixth Guam Legislature Standing Rules) to clarify existing provisions and procedures.

Resolution No. 20-36 (LS) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 2/16/21

Sigon gi i ma rikoknisa yan i ma respetan i diha Bente Unu gi Fibreru, komu Hå’anen Hula’ Nåna. Relative to recognizing and observing February Twenty-first (21st) as Mother Language Day.

Resolution No. 19-36 (LS) - James C. Moylan / V. Anthony Ada / Frank F. Blas Jr. / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Telo T. Taitague

Relative to amending Sections 2.05., 6.01(a)(1)(i), 6.01(d), 10.02(f)(1)(E)(i), 11.08, and 13.01, all of I Mina’Trentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guåhan Otden Areklamento (the Thirty-Sith Guam Legislature Standing Rules) to clarify existing provisions and procedures.
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Resolution No. 18-36 (LS) - Clynton E. Ridgell

Relative to recognizing and commending Mrs. Bernice Q. Torres for her exemplary service while employed with the Guam Economic Development Authority (GEDA) and congratulating her on the occasion of her retirement from the government of Guam.

Resolution No. 17-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 3/15/21

Relative to recognizing Major General Tracy L. (Artero) Smith for her dedicated service to the U.S. Army Reserve and the people of Guam and our nation; and to congratulate her on her promotion to Major General.

Resolution No. 16-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes

Relative to supporting the re-nomination of the Honorable Frances Tydingco-Gatewood to serve as Chief Judge of the United States District Court of Guam.
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Resolution No. 15-36 (COR) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 2/4/21

Relative to formalizing the participation of I Mina′trentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guåhan’s (the 36th Guam Legislature’s) participation in the Government of Guam’s Group Insurance Program for Fiscal Year 2021.

Resolution No. 14-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 2/4/21

Relative to recognizing the observance of 2021 National Catholic Schools Week from January 31 to February 6, 2021, with the theme - “Catholic Schools: Faith, Excellence, and Service”; and commending the administration, faculty, and staff of Guam’s Catholic Schools, the Office of Catholic Education, and the Archdiocese of Agaña for their continued dedication and commitment to the students of Catholic Schools on Guam.

Resolution No. 13-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED 2/2/21

Relative to recognizing Mr. Andres M. Agag, Jr. on the occasion of his retirement after thirty (30) years of service with the Government of Guam; and commending him for his dedication while serving at the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority, Guam.

Resolution No. 12-36 (COR) - Committee on Rules

Relative to amending Sections 1.02(e)(3), 1.02(b)(1)(ii), 1.02(d)(3)(D), 2.05, 3.01, 4.01(d)(1), 5.01, 6.01(a)(1)(i), 6.01(d), 6.01(d)(1), 6.04(c), 6.04(d)(3), 11.03, Rule XX, and certain committee jurisdictions, and adding a new Appendix 3, the Protocol Guide of Guam, all of I Mina’Trentai Sais na Liheslaturan Guåhan Otden Areklamento (the Thirty-Sixth Guam Legislature Standing Rules) to clarify existing provisions and procedures.

Resolution No. 11-36 (COR) - Telena Cruz Nelson Amanda L. Shelton Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 2/1/21

Relative to recognizing the observance of 2021 National School Counseling Week from February 1 to February 5, 2021, with the theme, “School Counselors: All in for All Students”; and commending the Guam Department of Education School Counselors and the Guam Association of School Counselors for their continued dedication and commitment to the youth of Guam.

Resolution No. 10-36 (COR) - Committee on Rules - WITHDRAWN: 1/27/21

Relative to amending Sections 1.02(e)(3), 1.02(b)(1)(ii), 1.02(d)(3)(D), 2.05, 3.01, 5.01, 6.01(a)(1)(i), 6.01(d), 6.01(d)(1), 6.04(c), 6.04(d)(3), 11.03, Rule XX, and certain committee jurisdictions, and adding a new Appendix 3, the Protocol Guide of Guam, all of I Mina’Trentai Sais na Liheslaturan Guåhan Otden Areklamento (the Thirty-Sixth Guam Legislature Standing Rules) to clarify existing provisions and procedures.

Resolution No. 9-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telena Cruz Nelson / Sabina Flores Perez / Jose “Pedo” Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Clynton E. Ridgell

Relative to congratulating Honorable Joaquin C. Arriola on the occasion of his retirement after dedicating 67 years to the practice of law, and to further recognizing and commending his 67 years of service to the people of Guam as a great legal mind and highly respected lawyer, judge, senator, and leader.

Resolution No. 8-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 1/28/21

Relative to recognizing the members of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Our Lady of Camarin Court No. 2047 on the Forty-ninth (49th) Year Anniversary of their founding charter; and commending them for their invaluable service and sacrifice to the community.

Resolution No. 7-36 (COR) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 1/19/21

Relative to formalizing and establishing the Guidelines to serve as a supplement to all requirements of I Mina′trentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guåhan Otden Areklamento, pursuant to Section 7.01(a) of Rule VII – Processing of Resolutions; and Section 8.01(b) of Rule VIII – Processing of Certificates.

Resolution No. 6-36 (COR) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 1/21/21

Relative to adopting the budgetary allocations of I Mina′trentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guåhan for Fiscal Year 2021.

Resolution No. 5-36 (COR) - Therese M. Terlaje

Relative to observing the twenty-sixth (26th) year anniversary of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service celebration; and commending the Serve Guam Commission and various groups and individuals for their continued commitment and dedication to community service.

Resolution No. 4-36 (COR) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 1/12/21

Relative to authorizing expenditures in the amounts of One Hundred Seventy-seven Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-eight Dollars and Sixty-three Cents ($177,738.63) from the Central Operations Lapse Fund, and Two Hundred Twenty-two Thousand Three Hundred Ninety Dollars ($222,390) from the unallocated funds of two (2) Standing Committees for the purposes of making lump sum payments to legislative employees of I Mina′trentai Singko Na Liheslaturan Guåhan (the 35th Guam Legislature).

Resolution No. 3-36 (COR) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 1/12/21

Relative to authorizing signatories for checks, withdrawals, and fund transfers for all the bank accounts of I Minaʹtrentai Sais Na Liheslaturan Guåhan (the 36th Guam Legislature).

Resolution No. 2-36 (COR) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton

Relative to recognizing and observing January as “National Human Trafficking Awareness Month”; and to further commend Soroptimist International Guam and the Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Family Violence, and the numerous community advocates, for the outstanding public service they provide to the people of Guam.

Resolution No. 1-36 (COR) - Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Telena Cruz Nelson

Relative to recognizing the efforts of the employees, management, and Board of Directors of the Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport Authority, Guam on the occasion of “Airport Week 2021” from January 17 through January 23, 2021, and on the commemoration of its Forty-fifth (45th) Year Anniversary; and to commending them for their continued commitment to providing superior service, enhancement of safety and security measures, and astounding reliability to the people of Guam, visitors, its domestic and international partners, and the traveling public.