37th Guam Legislature - Resolutions
The following lists of Resolutions are available in electronic format from the 37th Guam Legislature. The Resolutions Introduced will continue to be added as they become available from the Senatorial Offices. 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 or the Committee on Rules or call at (671) 472-2461.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing Salavacion Baluyut on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her thirty-one (31) years of service to the Government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to welcoming His Excellency (H.E.) Lai Ching-te, the eighth (8th) President of the Republic of China (Taiwan); and extending appreciation for Taiwan’s significant contributions to Guam’s economy and community.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Joanne M. Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague
Relative to recognizing the dedication and contributions of the Honorable Mayor Melissa B. Savares to the community residents of the municipality of Dededu~Dededo; and to congratulate her on the occasion of her retirement and for her nearly twenty (20) years of public service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / Frank Blas, Jr. / William A. Parkinson / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Sabina Flores Perez / Joanne M. Brown / Chris Barnett / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher / Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Team Guam Marianas Open Select on their groundbreaking initiative of representing Guam during the 2024 Asian Sport Jiu-Jitsu Federation Rolling Tour Philippines Superfight Competition and further commending them for their contributions toward the sport of jiu-jitsu on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Richard “Ric” Castro on the opening of “Surface Portals & Liquid Koi Dreams,” and commending his exceptional contributions to the arts, his cultural advocacy, and his representation of Guam on the international stage.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing Benedicto "Benjie" Yuson Diola for his contributions to the performing arts on Guam; and to congratulate his recognition as the inaugural recipient of the “Haligi Laureate” Award at the Guam Philharmonic Foundation’s 2024 Saint Cecilia Music Gala
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing Jamaican Grill on the occasion of their thirty (30) Year Anniversary and to commending them for their contributions to the community of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing Kimberly Dawn Kaible Edusma, BSN, RN, NCSN on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her thirty-one (31) years of service to the Government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing Corrections Assistant Facility Superintendent, Major Arsenio F. Espino on his retirement from the Department of Corrections; and commending him for his thirty-one (31) years of service to the Government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata
Relative to commending the Guam Homeless Coalition for their dedication, advocacy, and selfless acts of service to the people of Guam; and furthermore, recognizing its efforts in promoting awareness for “Homelessness Awareness Month”.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata
Relative to recognizing the Marines of Marine Corps Camp Blaz for their unwavering efforts and contributions to fifteen (15) successful years of Toys for Tots Campaigns and furthermore commending them for the efforts to spread joy throughout the holidays, to all children in need in Guam and throughout the Marianas.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing the celebration and the movement of “#GivingTuesday” on December 3, 2024; and commending many of the island’s non-profit organizations, civic organizations, businesses, corporations, and community partners for their generosity, philanthropy and humanitarian efforts to promote and encourage charity on this global day of giving which inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Chief of Customs Philip S.N. Taijeron, Jr. on the occasion of his retirement from the Government of Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency, after 40 (forty) years of unwavering dedication, loyalty, and service that have left an indelible mark on our community's safety and security; and to further express a sincere Un Dangkolo Na Si Yu’os Ma’ase for his service to our island community.
Sponsor(s) - William A. Parkinson
Relative to recognizing the Micronesia Mall management on the occasion of the retirement of the SuperTrain and commending them for 34 years of the SuperTrain service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to honoring and celebrating Assistant Fire Chief Daren Dee Burrier on the occasion of his sixtieth (60th) birthday, in recognition of his distinguished career, dedication, and lasting contributions to the Guam Fire Department and the island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Ada’s Mortuary on its fifty years of distinguished membership in Selected Independent Funeral Homes; and further commending the Mortuary’s steadfast commitment to professionalism, ethical service, and excellence in funeral service.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to honoring the life and legacy of ✝Toni “Malia” Ramirez for her lifelong dedication and extraordinary contributions to preserving CHamoru heritage, her profound impact as a cultural advocate, and her dedicated service to the people of Guam as a historian, genealogist, and cultural practitioner.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late †Toni “Malia” Ramirez for her contributions toward the protection, preservation, promotion, and perpetuation of CHamoru history, culture, and language; and commemorating her enduring legacy of community advocacy and advancement throughout our island; and to further express sincere condolences to her family on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telo T. Taitague
Relative to recognizing the Guam Diabetes Association on the occasion of its twenty-fifth (25th) Annual Diabetes Conference; and to commend the Association and its partners—including the Guam Nurses Association (GNA), the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS), and the University of Santo Tomas Alumni Organization of Guam (USTAOG)—for their dedicated efforts in promoting diabetes awareness, education, and access to quality care for Guam’s communities most impacted by diabetes.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telo T. Taitague
Relative to recognizing Ma. Luisa Gwenn F. Pabellano-Tiongson, M.D., as a guest speaker at the Guam Diabetes Association Twenty-Fifth (25th) Annual Diabetes Conference on November 10, 2024; and to commend her for her dedication and contributions to the field of adult neurology, her specialization in neuromuscular and electrodiagnostic medicine.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telo T. Taitague
Relative to recognizing Jeffrey de Jesus, M.D., as a guest speaker at the Guam Diabetes Association Twenty-Fifth (25th) Annual Diabetes Conference on November 10, 2024; and to commend him for his outstanding contributions to the fields of cardiology and interventional cardiology, his commitment to advanced medical training, and his dedication to patient care and community engagement.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telo T. Taitague
Relative to recognizing Ramel Asuncion Carlos, M.D., as a guest speaker at the Guam Diabetes Association Twenty-Fifth (25th) Annual Diabetes Conference on November 10, 2024; and to commend him for his distinguished career and exemplary contributions to the field of neurology and community health on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Telo T. Taitague
Relative to recognizing Donn Romell M. Bernabe, M.D., as a guest speaker at the Guam Diabetes Association Twenty-Fifth (25th) Annual Diabetes Conference on November 10, 2024; and to commend him for his outstanding achievements and contributions to advancing healthcare and cardiology.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Frank Blas, Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Chris Barnett / Sabina Flores Perez / Jesse A. Lujan / Joanne M. Brown
Relative to censuring the disorderly, sexually explicit gesture committed by Senator William A. Parkinson during the October 2024 emergency legislative session.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing Kiwanis Guåhan Familia on the occasion of their One (1) Year Anniversary and to commending them for their contributions to the community of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Guam Educational Telecommunications Corporation (PBS GUAM) on the occasion of its Fifty-fourth (54th) Year Anniversary; and commending PBS GUAM for their outstanding programming and services for Guam’s youth and the community.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing Justino Rdiall on the occasion of his retirement from the United Airlines; and commending him for Fifty-Three (53) years of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to congratulating and recognizing Mrs. Rosita T. Fejeran on the occasion of her retirement after twenty-eight (28) years of outstanding and dedicated service at the Department of Administration, Treasurer of Guam; and to further express a sincere Un Dangkolo Na Si Yu’os Ma’ase for her service to our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas
Relative to recognizing the month of October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and to commend our Government of Guam agencies and stakeholders in their efforts to ensure our cybersecurity resilience.
Sponsor(s) - Sabina Flores Perez
Relative to recognizing Mr. Joseph T. Duenas for his dedication spanning more than 35 years in contributions to our island community, and commending and congratulating him on his retirement from his service to the people of Guam as Chairman and Four-Term Elected Commissioner of the Guam Consolidated Commission on Utilities.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett / Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing First Sergeant (1SG) Quartermaster Faye D. Sanchez for her twenty-five (25) years of outstanding service to our country and island; and commending her on her retirement from the United States Army.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Stephen “Steve”, Michael Cruz, for his goodwill to the people of Malesso’ and to our island community; and further expressing condolences to his family on his passing on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing Dr. Jonathan E. Sidell on the occasion of his retirement from the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority (GMHA); and to commend him for over thirty-five (35) years of contributions to women’s health and over twenty (20) years of healthcare excellence on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata
Relative to recognizing and commending the Research Corporation of the University of Guam (RCUOG) for its decade of service and achievement in supporting over $100 million in multi-year grant budgets and for its contributions to advancing research, education, and outreach throughout Guam and the Pacific region.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing and commending the Guam Pharmacists Association (GPhA) for its dedication to advancing the practice of pharmacy, promoting public health and wellness, ensuring access to pharmaceutical care for the people of Guam; and to congratulate GPhA on its 2024 Annual Gala, and recognizing October 2024 as “American Pharmacists' Month” and October 20 to 26, 2024 as “National Pharmacy Week.”
Sponsor(s) - Joanne M. Brown / Telo T. Taitague / Frank Blas, Jr. / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Chris Barnett / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Sabina Flores Perez / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing the late Honorable Paul McDonald Calvo, the third elected Governor of Guam, for his dedication to the island of Guåhan, and expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guåhan.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Customs Officer II (CQII) Lenny T. Tajalle of the Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency, for his professional and faithful service to the people and the government of Guam; and to further extend a sincere appreciation and gratitude and un dångkolo na si Yu’os ma’åse for his dedicated commitment to public service.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Customs Officer III (CQIII) Vincent R. Flores of the Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency, for his professional and faithful service to the people and the government of Guam; and to further extend a sincere appreciation and gratitude and un dångkolo na si Yu’os ma’åse for his dedicated commitment to public service.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Customs Officer III (CQIII) Joseph A. Gange of the Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency, for his professional and faithful service to the people and the government of Guam; and to further extend a sincere appreciation and gratitude and un dångkolo na si Yu’os ma’åse for his dedicated commitment to public service.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Port Week” during the week of October 21 to October 25, 2024; and commending the employees, management, and Board of Directors of the Jose D. Leon Guerrero Commercial Port Authority of Guam on its Forty-ninth (49th) Year Anniversary celebration.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Joanne M. Brown / Telo T. Taitague
Relative to Congratulating Inetnon Gefpå'go on being awarded The Lewis Prize for Music 2024 Accelerator Award and to commend them for perpetuating CHamoru arts and culture on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing the staff of the Guam Head Start Program on the occasion of "Head Start Program Awareness Month" during the month of October 2024; and commending them for promoting the school readiness of preschool children and their families.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing Ms. Lynnette P. Quitugua for her commitment and dedication to enriching the lives of our students and youth; and congratulating her on being the recipient of the “2024 School Counselor of the Year Award.”
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mildred “Millie” Rivera Camacho on the occasion of her retirement; and to commend her for Fifty-three (53) years of exemplary service as a civilian employee for the Department of Defense, and to further extend our deepest appreciation for her dedication to Guam and the United States Navy.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne M. Brown / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague
Relative to recognizing the month of October 2024 as “Red Ribbon Month” and commending individuals participating in the 2024 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 23 through October 31, 2024.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to commending and congratulating the Employees of the Department of Parks and Recreation on the occasion of their 49th Year Anniversary and to further extending Un Dangkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'ase' to them for the invaluable services that they provide to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and commending Past International President Kajit “KJ” Habanananda for his lifetime of dedicated service to the International Association of Lions Clubs and his outstanding contributions to global humanitarian efforts.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and commending Blanca A. Imbo for her outstanding leadership as Immediate Past District Governor of Lions International District 204 for Lions Year 2023-2024; and for her dedicated service to the communities of Guam, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), and the Marshall Islands.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing the Lions Clubs International (LCI) District 204 on the Thirty-second (32nd) Year Anniversary of its Charter; and commending its members for their many years of community and humanitarian services to the people of Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), and the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM).
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and commending Roy Salvador Adonay for his exemplary leadership, professional accomplishments, and service to the people of Guam and the Lions Clubs International District 204; and to further congratulating him on his appointment as District Governor for the Lion Year 2024-2025.
Sponsor(s) - William A. Parkinson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing the FSM community of Guam on the observance of “FSM Independence Day”; and commending the FSM community on the occasion of its Thirty-eight (38th) Year Anniversary as an independent nation.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas
Relative to recognizing the Professional Training Technology, Inc. for their thirty (30) years of providing high quality safety, environmental, and health consultation to the island, and to commend them for their continuing service to Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Chima D. Mbakwem, MSHS, on his election as President of the National Tuberculosis Coalition of America for the 2024-2025 term; and commending his outstanding contributions, leadership, and commitment to the fight against tuberculosis.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata
Relative to recognizing Guma' Råsan Åcho' Latte for their continued efforts in preserving, promoting, and perpetuating the CHamoru culture for the people of Guam; and congratulating them on their twenty-fifth (25) anniversary.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing the University of Guam Bachelor of Science Program in Civil Engineering on its accreditation by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing Julie Ann L. Laxamana on receiving the premier graduate Truman Scholarship; and commending her for her dedication and commitment to academic excellence.
Sponsor(s) - Sabina Flores Perez
Relative to recognizing and commemorating Guam’s annual observance of “Arbor Month” throughout October 2024 and “Arbor Day” on October 8, 2024, and commending the Guam Department of Agriculture, its Forestry and Soil Resources Division, organizations, and community members for their ongoing dedication towards the conservation, protection, and enhancement of Guam’s forests and trees.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable Cecilia “Chilang” A. Q. Morrison, former Mayor of Humåtak, for her commitment and dedication to the community of Humåtak our island community; and commemorating her enduring legacy of community advocacy and advancement throughout our island; and to further express sincere condolences to her family on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing Victim Advocates Reaching Out (VARO) on the occasion of its Forty-Second (42nd) Year Anniversary; and to congratulate them on the occasion of its Third (3rd) Annual Purple Gala fundraising event aimed at supporting critical victim services and operations that provide crisis support, advocacy, and resources to those in need.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and commending the Guam Coalition Against Sexual Assault & Family Violence, along with the many dedicated community advocates, organizations, and government agencies, for their ongoing efforts in addressing and preventing family violence through public education, advocacy, and support services during October 2024, “Family Violence Awareness Month,” and for their commitment to fostering a safer and healthier island community.
Sponsor(s) - William A. Parkinson
Relative to recognizing the Palau Community Association of Guam and the Palauan community on the occasion of the Thirtieth (30th) Year Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Palau; and commending them for their continued contributions to the island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing Michael A. Guzman on the occasion of his retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending him for his thirty-four (34) years of service to the Government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Arts and Humanities Month” during the month of October 2024 in celebration of all forms of artistic expression and all cultures on Guam, and as a means to encourage island residents to recognize those men and women who have dedicated their lives to connecting the arts and humanities on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing Corrections Officer I Raymond A.C. Naputi on his retirement from the Department of Corrections; and commending him for his forty (40) years of service to the Government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Sabina Flores Perez
Relative to Relative to recognizing and congratulating Ms. Yvonne M. Cruz on her retirement and for her dedicated 33 years of government service to the People of Guam, and extending a sincere Un Dangkulo na Si Yu’os Ma’åse to her for the outstanding contributions she has made in improving the quality of life for government employees and island residents, for the betterment of our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing the Consulate-General of Japan in Hagåtña for celebrating the strong Japan-US friendship within the Indo-Pacific region on October 04, 2024 at the annual USFJ Appreciation Reception.
Sponsor(s) - Telo T. Taitague / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne M. Brown / Chris Barnett / Sabina Flores Perez / Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to Congratulating One of Guam’s Premier Bands, The Radiants, on the Occasion of its 60th Anniversary as a Music Group.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and commending the career and retirement of John T. Burch for his decades of dedicated service to the people of Guam through his leadership roles as Executive Director of the Guam Ancestral Lands Commission (GALC), Acting Administrative Director of the CHamoru Land Trust Commission (CLTC), his contributions to education, and his many years of service with the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing Cecilia A. Champion on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her thirty-two (32) years of service to the Government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Therese M. Terlaje / Jesse A. Lujan / Joe S. San Agustin
Relative to recognizing Mrs. Ishigami Rumiko, Consul-General of Japan in Hagåtña, for her outstanding contributions to strengthening the diplomatic, cultural, and economic ties between Guam and Japan; and to further extending the sincere appreciation of the People of Guam for her efforts in fostering cross-cultural exchange, economic collaboration, and support for a peaceful Pacific region.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jesse A. Lujan / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Christopher M. Dueñas
Relative to recognizing the people of the Republic of China (Taiwan) on the occasion of the One Hundred Thirteenth (113th) “Double Tenth National Day” celebration on October 10, 2024.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Colonel Darlene R. Merfalen on her retirement from the Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency; and commending her for her dedicated commitment to public service as the first female Assistant Chief of Customs.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 9/19/24
Relative to authorizing the expenditure of up to Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000) from the Capitol District Fund for the necessary repairs of the Hagåtña Downtown Station as a result of damages in the aftermath of Typhoon Mawar, pursuant to § 79602 of Article 6, Chapter 79, Title 21, Guam Code Annotated.
Sponsor(s) - Sabina Flores Perez / Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / Roy A. B. Quinata / William A. Parkinson / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Frank Blas, Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne M. Brown / Jesse A. Lujan
Relative to recognizing and celebrating September 21, 2024 as the Thirtieth (30th) Annual Guam International Coastal Cleanup (GICC) and commending the Guam Coastal Management Program, event coordinators and sponsors, organizations and volunteers for their ongoing dedication towards keeping Guam’s coastlines clean and trash-free.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Frank Blas, Jr. / Thomas J. Fisher
Relative to commending Rocky Sickmann for his work with Folds of Honor to support veterans and their families, especially his 2024 trip to Guam where he personally awarded scholarships for children and spouses of fallen and disabled service members.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Ambros Inc. on their 75th Anniversary; and commending the Ambros Inc. Team on their contributions to the economy of Guam and the broader Pacific region.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher
Relative to Commending the Good Works of the Guam Latte Stone Lions Club, and Congratulating its members on the Occasion of their Twentieth Anniversary.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas
Relative to commending †Chief Master Sergeant Leo C. Osborne for his exemplary military service and devoted faith service.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Erico Felicitas on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend him for his contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan
RELATIVE TO RECOGNIZING AND COMMENDING ROBERT JOSEPH MATEO LIZAMA FOR HIS EXCEPTIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS IN BODYBUILDING, HIS DEDICATION TO FITNESS COACHING, AND HIS UNWAVERING COMMITMENT TO INSPIRING AND TRANSFORMING LIVES BOTH ON GUAM AND BEYOND.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Marlon Nabua on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend his contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Jasmine Toves on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Robin Perez on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend his contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Phillip Jerome Guerrero on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend his contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Merly Carlos on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Bryon Villagomez on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend his contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating May Valencia on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Brenta Nitaro on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Marina Sato on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Ruel Jarin on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend his contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Noel Duluna on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend his contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Liahona Leada on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Howard Yens on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend his contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Jessilynn Palsis on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Emene Nisarafach on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Sina Hallucky on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Regina Peredo on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Edgarda “Ludy” Salvador on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Annalynn Edipo on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Evangelina Cestona on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Akata Naich on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Yolanda Galsim on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Alfonso “Bong” Refuerzo on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Anita S. Pecson on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Elena Pineda on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Emelinda Sual on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Ernisda Elley on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Evan Antonio on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Flora Rosal on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Imelda Bumagat on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Jennifer Biay on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Katamichy “Mitch” Rudolph on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Roy A. B. Quinata / Amanda L. Shelton / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / William A. Parkinson
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Reed Kin Sanchez Topasna for his contributions as a renown and avid hiker of Guam’s beautiful terrain and trails; and commemorating his goodwill to our island community; and further expressing condolences to his family on his passing on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Ma. Nancy Java on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Noel Dizon on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Romeo Palomo on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Rosalina Campos on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Stephania Martin on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Termi Kottin on the nomination of the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association “2024 Most Valuable Housekeeper of the Year” Award; and to commend her contribution to our island’s hospitality industry and Guam’s visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher
RELATIVE TO COMMENDING REGINE TUGADE OLY FOR HER HISTORIC ACHIEVEMENT AS A THREE-TIME QUALIFYING OLYMPIAN REPRESENTING GUAM; AND TO FURTHER RECOMMEND HER AS AN EXEMPLARY ROLE MODEL FOR STUDENTS AND ATHLETES OF GUAM.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing the Amphibious Aquatics Swim Team for their outstanding participation in the 2024 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior Olympic Games.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing the STARBASE Guam FIRST Global Challenge (FCG) Robotics Competition team representing Guam in Athens Greece from September 26-29, 2024; and to further supporting their efforts to recognize Robotics as an Olympic Sport.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing the Judiciary of Guam on the occasion of the 2024 “Constitution Day,” and “Constitution Week,” expressing profound gratitude for its steadfast commitment to justice, equality, and the constitutional principles that underpin our democracy.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Julie Annette Paulino Taitague on her retirement from Pedro C. Lujan Elementary School, Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her thirty-one (31) years of service to the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Ready H2GO for their support during Typhoon Mawar and congratulating them on earning the official Guam Product Seal.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin
Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Guam Marianas Lions Club on the occasion of their 75th Anniversary of its inception; and for expressing a warm and sincere Un Dångkulu na Si Yu'us Ma'åse for their unwavering commitment to serve Guam and our neighboring communities.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to honoring the exceptional service and commitment of Guam’s jurors who answer the call to serve the community by providing the right to a speedy, impartial trial in civil and criminal cases; and to further recognize September 9-13, 2024 as “Juror Appreciation Week.”
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin
Relative to recognizing Ray Franklin Fejeran Lujan on his retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and to commending him for his twenty-five (25) years of service to the Government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to posthumously recognizing †Ralph Guerrero Sablan, MD, for his remarkable contributions to the island of Guam, the U.S. Navy, and the medical community and to further commemorating the renaming of the command suite at Naval Hospital Guam as the Dr. Ralph Guerrero Sablan Command Suite.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to commending and congratulating the Academy of Our Lady of Guam on the celebration of its Diamond Jubilee, fostering academic excellence and service for the last Seventy-five (75) years.
Sponsor(s) - Telo T. Taitague / Joanne M. Brown / Frank Blas, Jr. / Chris Barnett / Therese M. Terlaje / Jesse A. Lujan / Sabina Flores Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / William A. Parkinson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Roy A. B. Quinata
RELATIVE TO REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS TO ESTABLISH A REGIONAL OFFICE ON GUAM TO SERVICE THE NEEDS OF VETERANS ON GUAM, THE COMMONWEALTH OF THE NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS, AND THE FREELY ASSOCIATED STATES.
Sponsor(s) - Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne M. Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Telo T. Taitague / Thomas J. Fisher / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Roy A. B. Quinata / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / William A. Parkinson / Sabina Flores Perez / Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett
RELATIVE TO RECOGNIZING, HONORING, AND CONGRATULATING MRS. MARIE ELAINE CAMACHO AUYUYU ON HER RETIREMENT AND FOR HER DEDICATING OVER FORTY-FIVE (45) YEARS OF GOVERNMENT SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE OF GUAM, AND TO EXTEND A SINCERE UN DANGKULO NA SI YU’OS MA’ASE TO HER FOR THE OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS SHE MADE IN IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES AND ISLAND RESIDENTS FOR THE BETTERMENT OF OUR ISLAND COMMUNITY.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing Antonio N. Martinez on the occasion of his retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for Thirty-Two (32) years of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing Danny C. Cepeda on the occasion of his retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for Twenty-Nine (29) years of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing Rosie U. Balajadia on the occasion of her retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending her for Twenty-Eight (28) years of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing Domingo Z. Molo on the occasion of his retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for Twenty-Two (22) years of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing Mary Q. Terlaje on the occasion of her retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for Twenty-Eight (28) years of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Teresa Manalo, RN, on receiving the 2024 NTCA Carol Pozsik TB Nursing Award; and to commending her exemplary service, dedication to public health nursing, and unwavering commitment to the care and advocacy of TB patients in Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Sabina Flores Perez
Relative to commending and congratulating Mrs. Antonette N. Pitter, Statistician II of the Bureau of Statistics and Plans on the occasion of her retirement and to extend our most grateful un dångkulu na Si Yu’os ma’åse’ for her 41 years of service to the Government of Guam and the People of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Roy A. B. Quinata / William A. Parkinson / Thomas J. Fisher / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan
Relative to commending the Guam-CNMI Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) State Committee for their hard work in the development and promotion of employer support for the service members of the National Guard and Reserve; and to recognizing outstanding support of employers of our National Guard and Reserve members; and to further extending an Un Dángkolo Na Si Yu'os Ma'áse for the ESGR’s unwavering commitment to serve our island community and the Pacific region as the ESGR celebrates over 50 years of service to all its members.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Edward Finona Roberto for his contributions as a community advocate; and commemorating his goodwill to our island community; and further expressing condolences to his family on his passing on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Thomas J. Fisher / Roy A. B. Quinata
RELATIVE TO RECOGNIZING AND COMMENDING THE GUAM MEMORIAL HOSPITAL AUTHORITY (GMHA) FOR BEING RANKED AS A HIGH PERFORMING HOSPITAL BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT; AND TO FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE THE DEDICATION AND EXCELLENCE OF GMHA'S EMPLOYEES AND MEDICAL STAFF IN ACHIEVING THIS PRESTIGIOUS RECOGNITION.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and commending the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) for its leadership and commitment to the legislative institution on the occasion of its Fiftieth (50th) Year Anniversary; congratulating its members past and present for providing support to the U.S. states, territories, and commonwealth legislatures.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 8/15/24
Relative to recognizing Bishop Ryan P. Jimenez on his appointment by Pope Francis to serve as the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Agaña, Guam; and commending him for his service and dedication to the Catholic Church and the people of the Pacific region.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mayor Allan “Al” R.G. Ungacta of Mangilao, Vice Mayor Kevin Delgado of Mangilao, the Mangilao Municipal Planning Council, and the people of the municipality of Mangilao, on the occasion of its “2024 Mangilao Donne’ Festival” on September 13 through the 15 2024; and commending them for their unwavering dedication, efforts, and support.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 8/14/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Community Health Center Week” from August 4 to August 10, 2024; and commending the Guam Community Health Centers of the Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services (Northern Region Community Health Center and Southern Region Community Health Center) for its dedication to providing essential healthcare services to the residents of Guam, and the governance role of the Board of Directors and the leadership of the Bureau of Primary Care Services.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 8/12/24
Relative to recognizing the winners of the “2024 Hospitality Employees aRe Outstanding (HERO) Award” and the “Golden Latte Award”; and commending them for their warm hospitality and dedication in the tourism industry in their excellent service to Guam’s visitors and the island community.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADPOPTED: 8/7/24
Relative to recognizing the Micronesia Mall on its Thirty-sixth (36th) Year Anniversary; and commending its employees, partners, and tenants for their continued service to Guam’s visitors and the island community.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 8/13/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of the Office of the Attorney General of Guam’s “Love Your Kids Month” during the month of August 2024; and commending them for promoting the importance of both custodial and non-custodial parents providing financial, physical, educational, and emotional support for their children.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Therese M. Terlaje / Frank Blas, Jr. / Chris Barnett / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne M. Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 8/6/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of the “Purple Heart Day” on August 7, 2024; and commending the members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Department of Asia-Pacific, Guam Chapters 1315, 787, 2007, and Ladies Auxiliary for their service and sacrifice to the island and country and keeping with the tradition of the military service.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 8/5/24
Relative to recognizing the lives lost, survivors, and families of the Korean Air Flight 801 crash on August 6, 1997; and commemorating the Twenty-seventh (27th) Year Anniversary of the Korean Air Crash Memorial on August 6, 2024.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 7/29/24
Relative to recognizing Willi Carl Byerly for his commitment of over thirty (30) years in the sport of surfing and bodyboarding on Guam; and commending him for his dedication as president at Guåhan Nåpu Inc. from 2004 to 2017.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 7/25/24
Relative to recognizing the men and women of the United States Coast Guard on the celebration of the U.S. Coast Guard’s Two Hundred Thirty-fourth (234th) Year Anniversary on August 4, 2024; and commending the U.S. Coast Guard and its dedicated members, active, reserve, auxiliary, civilian, retired, and family, for their continued service to our island and country.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 7/17/24
Relative to recognizing the Academy of Our Lady of Guam “Class of 1974” on their “Fiftieth (50th) Golden High School Reunion” celebration.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 7/12/24
Relative to recognizing the Iloilo International of Guam on the induction of its new Officers and Board of Directors for 2024-2026; and commending them for their continued civic contributions, their commitment to promoting the Ilongo spirit and culture, and their meritorious humanitarian services to the people of Guam and the Province of Iloilo, Philippines.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joanne M. Brown / Therese M. Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Chris Barnett / Roy A. B. Quinata / Frank Blas, Jr. / Thomas J. Fisher / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 10/7/24
Relative to requesting the United States Secretary of Transportation to authorize a temporary twenty-four (24) consecutive month exemption to expand cargo and passenger flexibility at the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority, Guam and allow certain foreign air carriers to stop in Guam in the course of transportation of passengers or cargo in either direction between a place in the United States and a place outside the United States, and for other purposes.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 7/3/24
Relative to recognizing Vincent G.F. Manglona on his retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending him for his forty (40) years of service to the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing Naomi Cruz Taitingfong on the occasion of her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her thirty-four (34) years of service to the Government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 7/2/24
Relative to recognizing the members of the Society of American Military Engineers-Guam Post, the 36th Wing-Andersen Air Force Base, and the 36 LRS/LGRM for their contributions in assisting military members transitioning into careers in the civilian sector; and commending them for their efforts in hosting the “Career Symposium & Warriors Transition Brief” on July 18, 2024.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Bob Salas, Founder & President of Landscape Management Systems, inc. and Guam Pacific Alliance, LLC on being recognized as the Guam Chamber of Commerce – Guam Business Hall of Fame Business Laureate of 2024; and to commending him for his contributions to the island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Joanne M. Brown / Telo T. Taitague / Frank Blas, Jr. / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Chris Barnett / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Sabina Flores Perez / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas - ADOPTED: 7/2/24
Relative to recognizing BankPacific on the occasion of its Seventieth (70th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for the outstanding financial and banking services they have provided to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Joe S. San Agustin / Roy A. B. Quinata / Chris Barnett / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne M. Brown / Thomas J. Fisher / William A. Parkinson / Sabina Flores Perez / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague / Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 10/7/24
Relative to expressing support for the passage of H.R. 8786, introduced in the United States House of Representatives, which seeks to provide for a cabotage exemption for foreign air carriers landing in Guam or the Northern Mariana Islands.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes- ADOPTED: 7/1/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam Society of America, Inc. and Guam Delegate James Moylan for celebrating the Eightieth (80th) Liberation Day of Guam; and further commending them for perpetuating our island’s history in Washington, D.C.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 7/1/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam Historic Courthouse on its grand re-opening; and commending the efforts of all those involved in its rehabilitation.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 7/1/24
Relative to recognizing the commemoration of the Fiftieth (50th) Year Anniversary of the Court Reorganization Act; and commending the judicial officers and employees, past and present, for their dedicated service and contributions to the administration of justice for the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/28/24
Relative to recognizing the cooperation of citizens from Guam and Japan in the restoration and re-dedication of the Guam Chinkon Shrine (Guam Sea of Souls Shrine) in honor of the sacrifices experienced by both combatants and civilians during the hostilities on Guam in World War II, and as a means of promoting regional peace and understanding in the Asia-Pacific in the twenty-first (21st) century.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Frank Blas, Jr. / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Chris Barnett / Sabina Flores Perez / Joanne M. Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 6/25/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “War Survivor Remembrance Day” on June 28, 2024, as part of the celebration of the Eightieth (80th) Year Anniversary of Guam’s Liberation, to honor and remember every survivor of Guam’s wartime atrocities for their inspiring courage and resilience.
Sponsor(s) - Thomas J. Fisher / Christopher M. Dueñas / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Roy A. B. Quinata / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 6/25/24
Relative to recognizing Patrick James Flores Uncangco for apprehending a traffic assailant in a reckless driving incident that was committed on June 22, 2024; and commending him for his courage and responsiveness.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Roy A. B. Quinata / William A. Parkinson / Frank Blas, Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Tina Rose Muńa Barnes / Jesse A. Lujan / Joanne M. Brown - ADOPTED: 6/27/24
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late John Joseph Aguon for his twenty-nine (29) years of dedicated service to the Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency; and expressing condolences to his family and friends on his passing on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 10/7/24
Relative to requesting from the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Defense the unclassified version of the “independent assessment of the integrated air and missile defense architecture to defend Guam” which was authorized by U.S. Public Law 117-263 and commissioned by the U.S. Department of Defense from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Lincoln Laboratory in 2023.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/25/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Juneteenth National Independence Day” on June 19, 2024; and commending the Black community for protecting and preserving Black history and culture as an indelible part of our national story.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/27/24
Relative to recognizing Celso E. Cano on his retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for his seventeen (17) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - William A. Parkinson - ADOPTED: 6/13/24
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Reverend James Moore for his unwavering dedication and service as a Deacon and LGBTQ+ advocate; and expressing condolences to his family on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/13/24
Relative to recognizing Mary Jean V. Borja on her retirement from the Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center; and commending her for her twenty (20) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing the exemplary contributions of Dr. Dustin B. Prins; and to acknowledge his service to our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Joe S. San Agustin / William A. Parkinson / Sabina Flores Perez / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Telo T. Taitague / Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/18/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam Pride Committee, Equality Guam, Inc., GALA, Inc., Team Umitde, House of Diosa, Sisters of the Moonlight, and community advocates on the celebration of “LGBTQ+ Pride Month” during June 2024; and commending them for their dedication to promoting the social, cultural, and political achievements of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) community of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - 6/6/24
Relative to recognizing Dr. Michael Agustin and Dr. Michele Yamamoto for establishing Guam’s first hybrid specialty center, the Guam Lung & Infectious Disease Center, at the Guam Regional Medical City; and commending them for their efforts in addressing the island’s need for comprehensive respiratory and infectious disease care, and for their service to the island community.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/5/24
Relative to recognizing the Tiffany Lions Club on their Second (2nd) Year Anniversary and the Installment of their Officers for Lion Year 2024-2025; and commending its members for their many years of community and humanitarian services to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Roy A. B. Quinata / Jesse A. Lujan / Joe S. San Agustin / William A. Parkinson / Frank Blas, Jr. / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne M. Brown / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - 5/31/24
Relative to recognizing the cultural ambassadors representing Guam at the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture (FestPAC); and commending the delegation, organizers and supporters from Guam for perpetuating the growth of the arts and practices of CHamoru culture.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 5/30/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam Reef & Olive Spa Resort on its Fiftieth (50th) Year Anniversary; and commending the Guam Reef & Olive Spa Resort for its contributions to the hospitality industry on Guam, and its continued commitment to the island’s economy.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas - ADOPTED: 5/30/24
Relative to recognizing Major Sean “Metro” Fay for his dedication as an Assistant Operations Officer and Aviation Operations Officer at the Camp Blaz Marine Corps Base, Guam; and commending him for his leadership and for serving twenty-five (25) years of active military service and at the Camp Blaz Marine Corps Base, Guam in defense of our nation.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 5/29/24
Relative to recognizing Dr. Dustin Prins for his leadership and service while at the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority; and commending him for his commitment to advancing the health and well-being of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 5/30/24
Relative to recognizing Barbara Santa Ana Aquino on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her more than thirty-five (35) years of service.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 5/29/24
Relative to recognizing Siñot John Raymond Aguon on his retirement from the Valley of the Latte Adventure Park; and commending him for his thirty (30) years of service to the island community.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 5/30/24
Relative to recognizing Maria Annie Flores Blaz on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her twenty-nine (29) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 5/29/24
Relative to recognizing Clarissa A. Nangauta on her retirement after more than thirty-one (31) years of service; and commending her for her dedication as a United States Civil Servant.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/22/24
Relative to recognizing Gerianne D. Eclavea on her retirement from Juan Q. San Miguel Elementary School; and commending her for Thirty-nine (39) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/22/24
Relative to recognizing Catherine V. Paulino on her retirement from Juan Q. San Miguel Elementary School; and commending her for Twenty-eight (28) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett / Christopher M. Dueñas - ADOPTED: 5/22/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam Department of Education’s (GDOE) Instructional Coaches and District Mentors; and commending them for their dedication and contributions toward education, leadership, and supporting the success of the island’s students, teachers, and school district.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton- ADOPTED: 5/23/24
Relative to recognizing the Filipino Ladies Association of Guam on their annual celebration of Santacruzan; and commending them for their service to the community and the promotion of Filipino traditions and culture on the island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/23/24
Relative to recognizing Beverly San Agustin on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her service to the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 5/29/24
Relative to recognizing Jennifer S. N. Shiroma on her retirement from Simon Sanchez High School, Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her thirty-six (36) years of service to the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 5/20/24
Relative to authorizing the Legislative Counsel, or other retained counsel, to represent I Mina'trentai Siette Na Liheslaturan Guåhan in the Supreme Court of Guam and/or the Superior Court of Guam in Government of Guam, et.al. v. CoreTech International Corporation, Civil Case Cv1198-18.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 5/20/24
Relative to authorizing the Legislative Counsel, or other retained counsel, to represent I Mina'trentai Siette Na Liheslaturan Guåhan in the United States Supreme Court, and to file a response to the Attorney General of Guam’s petition for a Writ of Certiorari as requested by the Supreme Court of United States.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Mr. Isao Takashiro, Chairman and CEO of Japan Airport Building Co., Ltd. (JATCO) and commending him for his vision and support of Guam tourism and the strengthening of relationships between Guam and Japan.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing and commending Leon Bamba on his retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending him for his twenty-nine (29) years of service to the Government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 5/16/24
Relative to recognizing Ryan Manglona Aguigui for his service and contributions to the parish community of the San Isidro Catholic Church in Malojloj; and congratulating him on being selected as the 2024 Grand Marshal of this year’s Fiestan San Isidro.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/15/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Safe Boating Week” from May 18 to May 24, 2024; and commending the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Guam Flotilla, the Guam Police Department Marine Patrol, and the Guam Fire Department Rescue Units for their dedication to promoting safe boating practices and marine safety awareness and encouraging safe recreational activities around Guam’s waters.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne M. Brown / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 5/15/24
Relative to recognizing the island’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals on the Fiftieth (50th) Year Anniversary of “National EMS Week” from May 19 to 25, 2024; and commending the Department of Public Health and Social Services - Office of the Emergency Medical Services, Guam Emergency Medical Services Commission, Guam Fire Department, and Guam Community College School of Allied Health for their dedication to saving lives and providing quality emergency care.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to Congratulating the SKIP Entertainment Dance Company (SKIP) on their 40th Anniversary and to commend Teri and Lee Knapp for all of their accomplishments as the founders of SKIP and for their contributions to the Arts and Entertainment on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas - ADOPTED: 5/20/24
Relative to recognizing the Simon A. Sanchez High School Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Shark Battalion for their participation at the “2024 Golden Bear West Coast Nationals Drill Meet Competition”; and commending them on being named as the “2024 Overall Champions” of the competition.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne M. Brown / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 5/13/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Hospital Week” from May 12 to May 18, 2024, and “National Hospital Day” on May 12; and commending the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority (GMHA), the Guam Regional Medical City (GRMC), and the U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Guam for their dedication to providing quality healthcare to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Roy A. B. Quinata / Therese M. Terlaje / William A. Parkinson / Jesse A. Lujan / Joe S. San Agustin / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne M. Brown / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Frank Blas, Jr. / Chris Barnett / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 6/7/24
Relative to recognizing Josefina de la Concepcion Diaz as a Centenarian during “2024 Senior Citizens Month”; and commending her for her spirit of resilience during her remarkable century of life.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Roy A. B. Quinata / Therese M. Terlaje / William A. Parkinson / Jesse A. Lujan / Joe S. San Agustin / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne M. Brown / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Frank Blas, Jr. / Chris Barnett / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 5/16/24
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late †Rosario Flores Leon Guerrero as an honorary Centenarian during “2024 Senior Citizens Month”; and commemorating her celebration of one hundred four (104) years of longevity.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Roy A. B. Quinata / Therese M. Terlaje / William A. Parkinson / Jesse A. Lujan / Joe S. San Agustin / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne M. Brown / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Frank Blas, Jr. / Chris Barnett / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 5/17/24
Relative to recognizing Victorina Dulay Robeniol as a Centenarian during “2024 Senior Citizens Month”; and commending her for her spirit of resilience during her remarkable century of life.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/16/24
Relative to recognizing the University of Guam Triton Esports program on their Second (2nd) Annual Guam Esports Championships; and commending the esports athletes for their contributions to skills development and career advancement in the esports industry.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas
Relative to recognizing the Southern High School JROTC cadets for participating in the Pacific Regional Hawai’i Drill Competition (PACRIM) on April 13th, 2024; and to congratulate their Color Guard Rifle Team and Unarmed Drill Team for winning 1st Place in their respective competitions.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 5/8/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Police Week” during the week of May 12 through May 18, 2024; and commending Guam’s law enforcement officers for their continued heroism, sacrifice, and duty in keeping our island community safe.
Sponsor(s) - Sabina Flores Perez - ADOPTED: 4/29/24
Relative to recognizing the sixty-ninth (69th) annual observance of “Stewardship Week” from April 28 through May 5, 2024, with the theme: “May the Forest be with You, Always” and commending the Northern and Southern Soil and Water Conservation Districts and their partners for their dedication and incredible service to conserving Guam’s forests.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne M. Brown / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 4/29/24
Relative to recognizing Therese Crisostomo Naputi for her service and contributions to the parish community of Saint Joseph Church in Inalåhan; and commending her on being selected as one of the 2024 Grand Marshals of this year’s Fiestan San Jose.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne M. Brown / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A.B. Quinata / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 4/29/24
Relative to recognizing Judith (Judy) Lynn Selk Flores for her service and contributions to the parish community of Saint Joseph Church in Inalåhan; and commending her on being selected as one of the 2024 Grand Marshals of this year’s Fiestan San Jose.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 4/26/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam Chamber of Commerce on its One Hundredth (100th) Year Anniversary; and commending the organization for advocating for better opportunities for our local businesses to prosper and enhance the economic welfare of our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/25/24
Relative to recognizing Teresita M. Paulino for her Lifetime Membership Award with the Guam Memorial Hospital Volunteers Association (GMHVA); and commending her for her hard work and dedication to the Guam Memorial Hospital.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/25/24
Relative to recognizing Christine M. S. Calvo upon receiving the 2023 Volunteer of the Year Award with the Guam Memorial Hospital Volunteers Association (GMHVA); and commending her for her service and dedication to the Guam Memorial Hospital.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Chris Barnett / Therese M. Terlaje / Jesse A. Lujan / Joanne M. Brown / Thomas J. Fisher / Frank Blas, Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Roy A. B. Quinata / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Sabina Flores Perez / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / William A. Parkinson - ADOPTED: 4/24/24
Relative to recognizing Guam’s Senior Citizens on the celebration of “2024 Senior Citizens Month” during the month of May 2024, with this year’s theme: “Powered by Connection”; and commending governmental, non-governmental organizations, and volunteers for their support and contributions towards the island’s senior citizens.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing April 21-28, 2024 as “National Parks Week”; and to further express an earnest appreciation to the many staff and community partners for their commitment and service our island’s National and Local Parks, that help preserve and protect these parks, that hold a significant tribute to our island’s history.
Sponsor(s) - Telo T. Taitague / Joanne M. Brown / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Christopher M. Dueñas / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joe S. San Agustin / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 4/23/24
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Rita T. Franquez for her dedication to the island and people of Guam, and commemorating her legacy of service to the CHamoru heritage, culture, and a visionary leader; and expressing condolences to her family on her passing.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / Roy A. B. Quinata
Relative to congratulating Don Don Donki “Donki Village” on the grand opening of their Guam branch in the Municipality of Tamuning, Guam, and to extending to their owners and tenants a sincere un dangkulo na si Yu’os ma’ase’ for believing and investing in the People and Island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 4/22/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Nurses Month,” during May 2024, “National Nurses Day,” on May 6th, and “National Nurses Week,” from May 6 to May 12, 2024; and commending the island’s nurses for their commitment and dedication.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/19/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Youth Apprenticeship Week” from May 5 to May 11, 2024; and commending the many community partners and stakeholders for their commitment and service to the youth of Guam which promote apprenticeship program opportunities for today’s youth.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Sabina Flores Perez / Joanne M. Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Telo T. Taitague / Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 4/19/24
Relative to recognizing Atkins Kroll (AK) Guam, Inc. on its One Hundred Tenth (110th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for their contributions and continued commitment to serving our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 4/19/24
Relative to recognizing Siñora Antonia Manibusan on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her twenty-three (23) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 4/19/24
Relative to recognizing the Pacific Islands Development Bank (PIDB) on its Thirty-fifth (35th) Year Anniversary Celebration; and commending the PIDB management, staff, customers, and benefactors for its thirty-five years (35) of dedicated services in meeting the financial and development needs of the island of Guam and its people.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 4/19/24
Relative to authorizing expenditure in the amount of Twenty-Six Thousand Dollars ($26,000) from the Central Operations Lapse Fund for the purpose of hosting I Liheslaturan Guåhan’s Annual Senior Citizen’s Day Luncheon as provided in § 1032(e) of Chapter 10, Title 1 GCA.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 4/24/24
Relative to recognizing Captain Nicholas R. Simmons of the U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia – Sector Guam; and commending him for his dedicated leadership and exemplary conduct in advancing maritime safety, security, and environmental protection in Guam and the broader Oceania region.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 4/25/24
Relative to recognizing Commander Gregory S. Sickels of the U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia – Sector Guam; and commending him for his dedicated leadership and exemplary conduct to ensuring maritime safety, security, and operational excellence on Guam and the broader Oceania region.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 5/1/24
Relative to recognizing the Department of Corrections and Corrections Officers and Employees during the “National Corrections Officers and Employees Week” celebration; and commending them for exemplifying professionalism, integrity, and strength in the face of a difficult and often dangerous work environment.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/11/24
Relative to recognizing the Fonei Achocho Sensu Athletic Organization (FASO) on their first Chuukese Youth Rally; and commending them for their service to the Chuukese community and the promotion of a healthy lifestyle on the island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/26/24
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 Seventieth (70th) Year Anniversary and the One Hundred Twenty-sixth (126th) Year Anniversary of Philippine Independence.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/2/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam Girl Scouts on their annual celebration of “National Girl Scout Leader Appreciation Day” on April 22, 2024; and commending the Girl Scouts leaders and mentors who serve as guides and role models.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas / Roy A. B. Quinata / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Sabina Flores Perez / William A. Parkinson / Joe S. San Agustin / Joanne M. Brown / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 4/12/24
Relative to recognizing Rick Loney for his bravery, leadership, and outstanding commitment to public safety; and commending G4S, An Allied Universal® Company, and all members of the Visitor Safety Officer (VSO) Program and their partners for their dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of Guam’s residents and visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Roy A. B. Quinata / Therese M. Terlaje / Frank Blas, Jr. / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Jesse A. Lujan / Telo T. Taitague / Sabina Flores Perez / Joanne M. Brown / Chris Barnett / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas - ADOPTED: 4/17/24
Relative to recognizing Mayor Paul M. McDonald for his dedication to the people of Agaña Heights-Tutuhan; and commending him for his thirty-two (32) years of public service to the people of Agaña Heights-Tutuhan and the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Joanne M. Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 4/5/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of April 2024 “Sexual Assault Awareness Month,” “Child Abuse Prevention Month,” and “National Crime Victims’ Rights Week” from April 21 to April 27, 2024; and commending the Guam Coalition Against Sexual Assault & Family Violence, and the numerous community advocates, organizations, and government agencies in their efforts to raise public awareness.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 4/11/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Library Week” during the week of April 7 to April 13, 2024, with this year’s theme: “Ready, Set, Library”; and commending all the library workers, volunteers, and patrons for their dedication in supporting our libraries.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 4/22/24
Relative to recognizing the Judiciary of Guam, the U.S. District Court of Guam, and the Guam Bar Association for the service they provide to the island communities; and commending them for their advocacy of justice and equality as we join them in the celebration of “Law Month” during April 2024, and “Law Day” on May 1, 2024.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 4/4/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam Adventist Academy on its Seventy-fifth (75th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for their dedication and commitment to providing academic excellence to the island community.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin
Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Guam Little League Senior Division All-Star Tournament Team on winning the 2024 Little League Asia Pacific/Middle East Regional Tournament and wishing them the best of luck as they represent Guam and the Asia Pacific/Middle East Region in the 2024 Senior Little League World Series.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 4/12/24
Relative to authorizing the Legislative Counsel, or other retained Counsel, to represent I Mina'trentai Siette Na Liheslaturan Guåhan in the United States Supreme Court and to file a waiver of its right to file a response to the Attorney General of Guam’s petition for Writ of Certiorari unless one is requested by the Supreme Court of the United States.
Sponsor(s) - Christopher M. Dueñas / Roy A. B. Quinata / Frank Blas, Jr. / Jesse A. Lujan / Joe S. San Agustin / Joanne M. Brown / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / William A. Parkinson / Amanda L. Shelton / Chris Barnett / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Telo T. Taitague / Therese M. Terlaje / Thomas J. Fisher / Sabina Flores Perez - ADOPTED: 4/3/24
Relative to recognizing Antonio R. Palomo on his retirement from the Guam Power Authority (GPA); and commending him for over thirty-six (36) years of service to the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/2/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of Women Veterans Recognition Day on June 12, 2024, as a time to remember the service and sacrifices of women veterans; and commending the great women veterans who have served bravely on behalf of the United States.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/25/24
Relative to recognizing the Chinese Ladies Association of Guam (CLAG) on their Twenty-ninth (29th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for their commitment and community service efforts that contribute significantly to the betterment of the island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Joanne Brown / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Frank Blas, Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Chris Barnett / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher / Jesse A. Lujan / Sabina Flores Perez / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas - ADOPTED: 3/20/24
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable William “Don” Parkinson, former Speaker of I Liheslaturan Guåhan, for his dedication to the island of Guam, and commemorating his legacy of service; and expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 3/20/24
Relative to recognizing Dr. Kimberlee S. Kihleng on her retirement from Humanities Guåhan; and commending her for her nineteen (19) years of service.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 3/19/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam Association of School Counselors (GASC) on the occasion of their Twentieth (20th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for their continued dedication and commitment to the youth of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing May 5-11, 2024 as “Youth Apprenticeship Week”; and to further express an earnest appreciation to the many community partners and stakeholders for their commitment and service to the youths of Guam, that promote apprenticeship program opportunities for today’s youths.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/18/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Youth Month” during the month of April 2024; and commending the Department of Youth Affairs and the numerous organizations, advocates, and partners for their continued dedication and commitment to the youth of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague
Relative to recognizing Todu Guam Foundation for serving the people of Guam and strengthening healthy relationships in our island community; and congratulating them as the recipient of the “2024 National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Guam Chapter Exemplary Service Provider Award”.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 3/15/24
Relative to recognizing Dr. Tressa P. Diaz for serving the people of Guam and strengthening healthy relationships in our island community; and congratulating her as the recipient of the “2024 National Association of Social Work (NASW) Guam Chapter Lifetime Achievement Award.”
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 3/13/24
Relative to recognizing Melvin Won Pat-Borja for serving the people of Guam and strengthening healthy relationships in our island community; and congratulating him as the recipient of the “2024 National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Guam Chapter Public Citizen Award.”
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 3/13/24
Relative to recognizing Jennifer Lynn L. Cruz for serving the people of Guam and strengthening healthy relationships in our island community; and congratulating her as the recipient of the “2024 National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Guam Chapter Social Worker of the Year Award.”
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 3/13/24
Relative to recognizing Naomi Ezra for serving the people of Guam and strengthening healthy relationships in our island community; and congratulating her as the recipient of the “2024 National Association of Social Work (NASW) Guam Chapter Social Work Student of the Year Award.”
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 3/13/24
Relative to recognizing the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Guam Chapter on the observance of “Social Work Month” during March 2024 and on their annual conference with this year’s theme, “Nurturing Common Ground: Recognizing Complexities and Possibilities within Our Diverse Cultures;” and commending the NASW Guam Chapter for their dedication and commitment to improving the lives of individuals and their families.
Sponsor(s) - William A. Parkinson
Relative to recognizing K9 Officer Rex on his retirement from the Guam International Airport Authority; and commending him for his 8 (Eight) Years of dedicated service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/22/24
Relative to recognizing Ivan C. Gumataotao on his retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for his thirty-four (34) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 3/18/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of Women’s History Month during March 2024 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 our people.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/12/24
Relative to recognizing the Rotary Club of Karuizawa on their Sixtieth (60th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for fostering a friendship that has helped to promote a healthy and vibrant tourism-exchange program.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADPOPTED: 3/13/24
Relative to recognizing the municipality of Malesso', the Malesso' Mayor’s Office, the Malesso' Municipal Planning Council, and the numerous participants and organizers for hosting and coordinating the annual Malesso' Gupot CHamoru/Crab Festival; and commending them for promoting the CHamoru culture to the island’s residents and visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/1/24
Relative to recognizing the staff, management, and the Board of Trustees of Catholic Social Service on their Forty-fifth (45th) Year Anniversary; and commending Catholic Social Service for their remarkable contributions to families and individuals on Guam for the betterment of their health, welfare, and safety.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 3/12/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “CGFM Month” during the month of March 2024; and commending Guam’s Certified Government Financial Managers of the Association of Government Accountants, Guam Chapter.
Sponsor(s) - William A. Parkinson - 3/12/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Fire Service Recognition Week” during the week of March 10 through March 17, 2024; and commending the Guam Fire Department for their continued service to the island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 3/12/24
Relative to recognizing Aaron Gandaoli on his retirement as the District Manager of the ABC Stores on Guam and Saipan; and to commending him for his commitment to strengthening the island’s tourism industry and economy.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/7/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “International Women’s Day” on March 8, 2024; and commending the many agencies and organizations that promote, encourage, and advocate this global day of celebration for the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women worldwide that has helped to build a fairer and more just society.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/6/24
Relative to recognizing the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Guam Chapter 381 on the observance of “WIC Week” from March 3 to March 9, 2024, and on their Twelfth (12th) Year Anniversary celebration; and commending the NAWIC Board of Directors for their commitment to providing educational opportunities and professional development for Guam’s women in the construction industry.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 3/5/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam Philharmonic Foundation, Incorporated for its commitment to organizing the Tumon Bay Music Festival™; and commending them for its showcase of the region’s musical talents and its contributions to the island’s cultural heritage, artistic, and economic vitality.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 3/6/24
Relative to recognizing Rigolberto “Rigol” J. Diaz on his retirement from the Guam Department of Public Works; and commending him for his more than twenty-six (26) years of public service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 3/8/24
Relative to recognizing KUAM Communications on its Seventieth (70th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for being a leader in bringing national news, information, and entertainment to our island community and for its continued success in its mission to provide innovative means for the public to obtain news and entertainment.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/5/24
Relative to recognizing the University of Guam (UOG) students, alums, faculty, staff, and administration for their many achievements throughout the University’s rich history during their Fifty-sixth (56th) Charter Day celebration and congratulating the University on the celebration of its Seventy-second (72nd) Year Anniversary; and further commending the UOG president, faculty, staff, students, alums, administration, the Board of Regents, and the 2024 Charter Day Committee for their work in continuing to invest in and strengthen the institution for the benefit of our people, our island, our region, and the world.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 2/29/24
Relative to recognizing the Rotary Club of Northern Guam District 2750, Rotary Club of Guam Sunrise, & Rotary Club of Urawa North East District 2770, for promoting and advocating the Youth Leadership Group; and commending them for their efforts in hosting the First (1st) Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Conference.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 2/29/24
Relative to recognizing Duty Free Shopper (DFS), Guam LP for their work uplifting and promoting local artists and businesses; and commending them for their efforts in promoting CHamoru culture during Mes CHamoru.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Amanda L. Shelton / Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas, Jr. / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Roy A. B. Quinata / Telo T. Taitague / Joe S. San Agustin / Joanne Brown / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / William A. Parkinson - ADOPTED: 2/28/24
Relative to recognizing the CHamoru Studies and Special Projects Division of the Guam Department of Education on its Fiftieth (50th) Year Anniversary of teaching Guam’s public school students; and commending them for their commitment to the preservation of the CHamoru language and culture of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 2/27/24
Relative to recognizing Dr. Ann Pobutsky for her work with the Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services; and commending her for her leadership and dedication to the broader field of public health.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata
Relative to commending the Guam Preservation Trust, Humåtak Mayor’s Office, and community for their efforts in rehabilitating the Historic structure of F.Q. Sanchez Elementary School and congratulating them on the official groundbreaking, initiating the revitalization of the historical former educational facility.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 3/7/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam Developmental Disabilities Council (GDDC), the University of Guam Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Services (UOG CEDDERS), the Guam Legal Services Corporation-Disability Law Center (GLSC-DLC), and various groups and individuals during “Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month,” for their support and dedication to the advocacy of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Roy A. B. Quinata / Jesse A. Lujan / Telo T. Taitague / William A. Parkinson / Christopher M. Dueñas / Therese M. Terlaje / Frank Blas, Jr. / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Joe S. San Agustin / Joanne Brown / Chris Barnett / Sabina Flores Perez / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 4/5/24
Relative to recognizing the Autism Community Together (ACT) for its efforts to promote autism awareness and provide support to families on the observance of Autism Awareness Month during April 2024, with this year’s theme: “Embrace Their Possibilities - Autism Strong!;” and commending the members of ACT, and the families and caregivers of all persons with autism spectrum disorders for their unconditional love and dedication to bettering the lives of their children, grandchildren, family members, and friends.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Christopher M. Dueñas / Telo T. Taitague / Joe S. San Agustin / Chris Barnett / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Roy A. B. Quinata / William A. Parkinson / Joanne Brown / Sabina Flores Perez / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 2/23/24
Relative to recognizing the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on the occasion of their Twenty-first (21st) Anniversary on March 1, 2024; and commending them for their continued efforts in protecting the borders of our country.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 2/22/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam System for Assistive Technology (GSAT) on its Thirtieth (30th) Annual Assistive Technology Conference and Expo; and commending GSAT for its continued efforts in delivering vital services to individuals with disabilities and their families.
Sponsor(s) - Sabina Flores Perez - ADOPTED: 10/7/24
Relative to preserving one of the most valuable cultural sites in the Marianas Archipelago by identifying an alternative location for the Ritidian Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center and its associated facilities pursuant to the planned relocation prescribed in the May 2020 Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Department of the Interior (DOI) and the Department of the Navy (DON), in order to prevent further unnecessary environmental and cultural destruction, and relative to urging DOI and DON to fully recognize the Indigenous rights of the original landowners of the lands concerned, per their Indigenous rights inextricable from the genuine protection of such lands.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 2/20/24
Relative to recognizing Brian Shizuo Nunotani on his retirement from Hydra Air Pacific Guam after thirty (30) years; and commending him on his dedication and expertise in hydraulic and fuel systems in Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Telo T. Taitague / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 2/20/24
Relative to recognizing the commemoration of “Ha ′ånen i Hila′ Nåna ~ Mother Language Day” on February 21, 2024, and the observance of Silibrasion Gupot CHamoru and the beginning of the 2024 Mes CHamoru activities, and commending the Guam Indigenous Heritage Alliance members: Kumisión i Fino′ CHamoru yan i Fina′nå′guen i Historia yan i Lina′la′ i Taotao Tåno′, Dipattamenton I Kaohao Guinahan CHamoru, the Guam Museum and CHamoru Educational Facility, the Commission on Decolonization, the Guam State Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Alliance Network member organizations; and to 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 i Lengguåhi, i Kottura, yan i Historian CHamoru.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to posthumously recognizing †Jesse Finona Balajadia for his unwavering dedication and time as a Head Coach for 27 years and his impact towards the baseball community and extend our sincere condolences to his family on his passing on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 2/14/24
Relative to recognizing Calvo’s Insurance Underwriters (CIU) on its Eighty-fifth (85th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for their continued commitment to serving our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Chris Barnett / Amanda L. Shelton / Therese M. Terlaje / Roy A. B. Quinata / Christopher M. Dueñas / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / William A. Parkinson / Jesse A. Lujan / Joanne Brown / Joe S. San Agustin / Frank Blas, Jr. - ADPOPTED: 2/13/24
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late †Eileen Joyce Nauta Guevara for her fourteen (14) years of service at the Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency; and expressing condolences to her family on her passing.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Amanda L. Shelton / Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett / Frank Blas, Jr. / Sabina Flores Perez / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 2/15/24
Relative to recognizing the municipality of Hågat, the Hågat Mayor’s Office, the Hågat Municipal Planning Council, and the numerous participants and organizers for hosting and coordinating the Fifteenth (15th) Annual “Hågat Mango Festival”; and commending them for promoting the CHamoru culture to the island’s residents and visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnet / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 2/14/24
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late †Carmen Cruz Pablo, a CHamoru survivor of World War II for her dedication to the Christian Mothers; and expressing condolences to her family on her passing.
Sponsor(s) - Frank Blas, Jr / Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 2/14/24
Relative to recognizing the Filipino American Presidents Club of Guam (FAPCG) on its Fortieth (40th) Year Anniversary; and commending its members for their many years of community and humanitarian services to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 2/6/24
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late †James Andrew Castro Lujan Teacher IV for his thirty-six (36) years of service at the Guam Department of Education and Head Coach for over thirty (30) years; and expressing condolences to his family on his passing.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 2/7/24
Relative to recognizing the Consulate General of the Republic of the Philippines in Hagåtña, Guam for its initiative in celebrating the month of February as “Philippine National Arts Month” through the “Pintig ng Sining” (Art Beat) Art Exhibit and Art Workshop, highlighting the talents of Filipino artists in Guam and providing a platform to showcase their works; and commending them for their continued efforts to support and promote the Filipino culture on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 2/6/24
Relative to recognizing Fire Captain Andy R. Quinata on his retirement from the Guam Fire Department; and commending him for over thirty (30) years of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 2/6/24
Relative to recognizing Fire Service Specialist Arthur T. San Nicolas on his retirement from the Guam Fire Department; and commending him for over thirty (30) years of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett / Frank Blas, Jr / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Sabina Flores Perez / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 2/6/24
Relative to recognizing the Cardiology Departments of the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority and the Guam Regional Medical City on the occasion of “American Heart Month” during the month of February 2024; and commending them for their recommitment to promoting heart-healthy lifestyles, expanding access to quality health care.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / Roy A.B. Quinata / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joe S. San Agustin / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague / Chris Barnett / Joanne Brown / Thomas J. Fisher / William A. Parkinson / Sabina Flores Perez / Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 3/22/24
Relative to supporting the participation of the Republic of China (Taiwan) as an Observer at the World Health Organization’s Seventy-seventh (77th) World Health Assembly, and to reaffirm support for the participation of the Republic of China (Taiwan) as an Observer in International Organizations.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata / Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 2/6/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Engineers, Architects, and Land Surveyors Week” from February 18 - February 24, 2024, with this year’s theme “Welcome to the Future!”, and commending the engineers, architects, and land surveyors of Guam for their contributions in making a difference on Guam and improving the quality of life for all in our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing the Department of Public Works School Bus Drivers on the observance of “National School Bus Drivers Appreciation Day” on February 22, 2024; and commending them for their dedication to providing safe and reliable transportation for school students of our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 1/29/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Help America Vote Day”; and commending the staff of the Guam Election Commission and the University of Guam for their commitment and service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Chris Barnett / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Sabina Flores Perez / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 1/26/24
Relative to recognizing the Guam Chapter of the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) on the observance of “Career and Technical Education Month®” during the month of February 2024; and commending them for its dedication and commitment to providing educational leadership in developing a competitive workforce.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 1/24/24
Relative to recognizing Great National Insurance Underwriters (GNIU) on the occasion of its Fiftieth (50th) Year Anniversary; and commending GNIU for their dedication and commitment to strengthening the island’s economy.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 1/24/24
Relative to recognizing Special Olympics Guam (SOGU) for hosting its “SOGU Track and Field Olympic Event”; and commending the organization for advocating for the needs and the potential of those with physical and developmental disabilities through having the “Special Olympics Games,” and promoting awareness, sportsmanship, and camaraderie on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas, Jr / Jesse A. Lujan / Joe S. San Agustin / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Chris Barnett / Sabina Flores Perez / William A. Parkinson / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / Therese M. Terlaje ADOPTED: 1/23/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “2024 National Catholic Schools Week” during the week of January 28 to February 3, 2024, with the theme: “Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community”; and commending the Guam Catholic Schools’ administration, faculty and staff, and the Catholic Schools Office of the Archdiocese of Agaña for their continued dedication and commitment to the students of Catholic schools on Guam as they celebrate the occasion.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 1/22/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “2024 National School Counseling Week (#NSCW24)” from February 5 to February 9, 2024, with the theme “Standards-Based, Student-Focused”; and commending the Guam Association of School Counselors, and School Counselors of the Guam Department of Education, Guam’s Charter Schools, Archdiocese of Agaña Catholic Education, Guam’s Private Schools, and the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity for their continued dedication and commitment to the youth of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 1/25/24
Relative to recognizing the members of Autism Community Together (ACT) on their Twentieth (20th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for their tireless work in supporting individuals with autism and their families, and for bringing awareness of autism on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 1/19/24
Relative to recognizing Raymond Salonga Calma on his retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending him for his thirty-one (31) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 1/19/24
Relative to recognizing Loida Vida Calma on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her thirty-one (31) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 1/19/24
Relative to recognizing Elaine Duenas Ulloa on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her thirty-three (33) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 2/1/24
Relative to recognizing Mr. In Kook Kim, Head of the Consulate of the Republic of Korea in Hagåtña for strengthening relations within our island community; and commending him for his service to the Korean Community and the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 1/19/24
Relative to recognizing Bruce Best (Brother Bruce) for his forty (40) years of contributions to the annual “Operation Christmas Drop”; and commending him for his dedication to our island community through environmental stewardship and sustainable development.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 1/18/24
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 their annual “Airport Week 2024” celebrations in January, and the commemoration of its Forty-eighth (48th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for their continued commitment to providing superior service, enhancement of safety and security measures, and astounding reliability to the people of Guam, its visitors, its domestic and international partners, and the traveling public.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 1/17/24
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late †Peter Richard Sgro, Jr. for his contributions to the business community, as well his passion for healthcare and improving the lives of the people of Guam; and expressing condolences to his family on his passing.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Telo T. Taitague / Roy A. B. Quinata / Jesse A. Lujan / Amanda L. Shelton / Chris Barnett / Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / Sabina Flores Perez / Frank Blas, Jr / Therese M. Terlaje / Joanne Brown / William A. Parkinson / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 1/16/24
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable †Rudy D. Iriarte, Vice Mayor of the Municipality of Sinajaña, for his dedication to the island and the people of Guam, and commemorating his legacy of service; and to further expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 1/18/24
Relative to recognizing Soka Gakkai International (SGI) on the occasion of its Forty-ninth (49th) Year Anniversary on January 26, 2024; and to further commending the late President Daisaku Ikeda, Mrs. Kaneko Ikeda, and SGI for their continued dedication to promoting world peace.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 1/16/24
Relative to recognizing the municipality of Tamuning-Tumon-Harmon, the Tamuning-Tumon-Harmon Mayor’s Office, the Tamuning-Tumon-Harmon Municipal Planning Council, and the numerous participants and organizers for hosting and coordinating the Twelfth (12th) Annual Latte Peace Festival; and commending them for promoting unity and peace within the community.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 1/11/24
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Robert Haruki Kono for his nearly forty (40) years of dedicated service to the island and people of Guam; and expressing condolences to his family on his passing on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 1/12/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Stalking Awareness Month” and “National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month” during the month of January 2024; and commending the Guam Coalition Against Sexual Assault & Family Violence, community victim advocates, and individuals who support the victims of stalking and human trafficking, and who raise awareness on the issues of stalking and human trafficking.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 1/11/24
Relative to recognizing Science is Fun and Awesome (SiFA) Learning Academy on their Sixth (6th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for their commitment to education and the significant impact they have made in educating Guam’s students in Science-Technology-Engineering-Arts-Mathematics (STEAM).
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 1/5/24
Relative to recognizing Lee S. Yudin, Ph.D. for his commitment to the people of the island of Guam, and the Pacific region; and commending him for his service as the Dean of the College of Natural and Applied Sciences at the University of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Chris Barnett / Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 1/4/24
Relative to recognizing the Filipino Ladies Association of Guam (FLAG) on the observance of its Sixty-second (62nd) Year Anniversary celebration, and the installation of its new Executive Officers, Board of Directors, and Board of Trustees; and commending the members of FLAG for its efforts in fostering unity within the Filipino community and perpetuating the Filipino culture, traditions and heritage, and for its services to the people of our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADPOPTED: 1/5/24
Relative to recognizing Guam’s law enforcement officers and staff on the occasion of “National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day” on January 9, 2024; and commending the brave men and women in law enforcement for their commitment, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our island.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 1/9/24
Relative to amending Section 14.09(w) of Rule XIV, Part E, of I Minaʹtrentai Siette na Liheslaturan Guåhan Otden Areklamento (the Thirty-Seventh Guam Legislature Standing Rules).
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 1/2/24
Relative to recognizing the Simon Sanchez High School students, faculty and staff for extending their generosity to the students of Daniel L. Perez Elementary School, Machananao Elementary School, and Upi Elementary School.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 1/3/24
Relative to recognizing the observance of the Thirtieth (30th) Year Anniversary of the “Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Day of Service” celebration; and commending the Serve Guam Commission and the AmeriCorps programs in Guam, and the various groups and individuals, for their continued commitment and dedication in their service to our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Telo T. Taitague / Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett / Roy A. B. Quinata / Sabina Flores Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / Amanda L. Shelton / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Joanne Brown / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 1/3/24
Relative to recognizing Amber Elizabeth Garrido Toves for representing Guåhan and the CHamoru people on the world stage, and commending her for winning a Bronze Medal as a skillful athlete and master of the dynamic Martial Art of Taekwondo during the 2023 Pacific Games held in the Solomon Islands.
Sponsor(s) - Telo T. Taitague / Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett / Roy A. B. Quinata / Sabina Flores Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / Amanda L. Shelton / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Joanne Brown / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 1/3/24
Relative to recognizing Leon Chargualaf Ho for representing Guåhan and the CHamoru people on the world stage, winning a Gold Medal as a skillful athlete and master of the dynamic Martial Art of Taekwondo during the 2023 Pacific Games held in the Solomon Islands; and commending him for maintaining a full-time commitment to academics throughout his rigorous Taekwondo training and earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice at the University of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 12/27/23
Relative to recognizing Gabe Baker, owner of the Carlson Gracie Guam Jiu Jitsu Academy; and commending them on their Twentieth (20th) Year Anniversary in promoting the art of Jiu Jitsu on Guam and inspiring its young athletes.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - 12/26/23
Relative to recognizing Coach Jacob Dowdell on his retirement; and commending him for his fifteen (15) years of dedicated service to the sports community of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas / Telo T. Taitague / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 12/15/23
Relative to recognizing the Guam National Wildlife Refuge at Litekyan (Ritidian Point) on its Thirtieth (30th) Year Anniversary Celebration; and commending the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for its commitment to protecting the endangered wildlife and plant species, and their habitat.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas - ADOPTED: 12/22/23
Relative to recognizing Director-General Paul Yin-Lien Chen of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Guam (TECO); and commending him for his work towards strengthening the relationships between the people of Guam and the people of Taipei.
Sponsor(s) - Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Joe S. San Agustin / Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 12/13/23
Relative to recognizing Tierra-Lynn Leon Guerrero Chargualaf for proudly representing Guåhan and the CHamoru people and winning a Gold Medal in the Martial Arts of Taekwondo during the 2023 Pacific Games held in the Solomon Islands; and commending her for her commitment to her career in Commerce, Accounting and Information Systems at the firm of Ernst and Young.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas, Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Jesse A. Lujan / Joe S. San Agustin / Therese M. Terlaje / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Roy A. B. Quinata / Sabina Flores Perez / Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Craig Santos Perez for his illustrious career as an indigenous writer and scholar from Guam; and to congratulating him on winning the prestigious National Book Award for Poetry for his book from unincorporated territory [åmot].
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas - ADOPTED: 12/13/23
Relative to recognizing Gary Yabuta for his dedication in the field of public safety and law enforcement; and commending him for his forty-five (45) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 12/12/23
Relative to recognizing the Guam Sunshine Lions Club on being awarded as the “Club of the Year” for 2022-2023 by the Lions Clubs International District 204 Guam, and receiving the “Model Club Award” for 2023 by the Campaign 100 Lions Clubs International; and commending them for their many years of community and humanitarian services to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas - ADOPTED: 12/13/23
Relative to recognizing Heather Lusk for her dedication in the field of public health; and commending her for her twenty-five (25) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Chris Barnett / Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 12/12/23
Relative to recognizing Annette Maelene Ada Vasquez for her commitment and dedication to organizing the annual celebration of honoring our island’s patron saint “Santa Marian Kamalen” in the state of California for over fifteen (15) years; and commending her for perpetuating the tradition of faith and culture to the Sanlagu CHamorus from the Marianas.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 12/7/23
Relative to recognizing the Cruz family for their efforts in sharing the hospitality and Håfa Adai spirit; and commending them on the occasion of the 2023 Fifth (5th) Annual Coconut Christmas Tree.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 12/6/23
Relative to recognizing the Guam Harmony Lions Club on the occasion of the Twenty-fifth (25th) Year Anniversary of its charter; and commending the members of the Lions Clubs International District 204 for their many years of community and humanitarian services to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 12/5/23
Relative to recognizing the Breaking Wave Theatre Company (BWTC) on the occasion of its Fifth (5th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for their efforts to promote an experience through theater and the arts to the island community through their productions.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / Chris Barnett / Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas - ADOPTED: 11/30/23
Relative to recognizing the Guam Women’s Chamber of Commerce (GWCC) on its Tenth (10th) Year Anniversary; and commending its members for their many years of community and humanitarian services to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 12/6/23
Relative to recognizing Master Sergeant Juan Carlos Rodriguez; and commending him for his invaluable service and support for the island community.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 11/30/23
Relative to recognizing M. Roy Wilson, M.D., M.S. for his outstanding achievements, transformative leadership, and unwavering dedication to advancing healthcare, education, and research, and commending him for his continued mentorship to doctors around the world; and expressing a warm Håfa Adai and welcome to him on his visit to Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 11/30/23
Relative to recognizing Francis A. Aguon on his retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending him for his thirty (30) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 11/29/23
Relative to recognizing Brian E. Sheehan for his dedication and contributions to the Lions Clubs International Foundation and to communities across the world; and commending him on his inauguration to serve as the Chairperson of the Lions Clubs International Foundation.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADPOPTED: 11/29/23
Relative to recognizing Amplify for their continuous efforts in aiding and empowering organizations on Guam and the greater Micronesian region, and on their Fifth (5th) Annual Giving Tree Project; and commending them for their devotion to making a difference during the holiday season through their Annual Giving Tree Project.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 11/29/23
Relative to recognizing the members of the Guam Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH) Chapters on the occasion of its Twentieth (20th) Anniversary; and commending them for their sacrifice in keeping with the tradition of the military service and for their service to our country and island community.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Chris Barnett / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne M. Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / William A. Parkinson / Sabina Flores Perez / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague / Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 1/17/24
Relative to supporting Guam’s efforts in the U.S. Congress for the passage of H.RES. 837, introduced in the United States House of Representatives, which seeks to reaffirm the ties between the United States and the Philippines; and to further supporting the U.S.-Philippines Mutual Defense Commitment.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata / Tina Rose Muña Barnes- ADPOPTED: 11/28/23
Relative to recognizing Leilani V. Lujan on the historical milestone of becoming the first (1st) woman, Indigenous CHamoru of Pacific Islander descent, and LGBTQ+ individual to lead the U.S. Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Districts of Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands; and commending her for her nearly thirty (30) years of public service.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Chris Barnett / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 11/28/23
Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Korean Women’s Association of Guam (KWAG) on the occasion of their Forty-fifth (45th) Year Anniversary and their “Christmas Charity Gala”; and commending its members for their many years of community and humanitarian services to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 11/27/23
Relative to recognizing the Batangas and Southern Tagalog Association (BASTA) on the induction of its new Officers and Board Members for 2024-2025; and commending them for their contributions and humanitarian services to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 11/22/23
Relative to recognizing the celebration and the movement of “#GivingTuesday” on November 28, 2023; and commending many of the island’s non-profit organizations, civic organizations, businesses, corporations, and community partners for their generosity, philanthropy and humanitarian efforts to promote and encourage charity on this global day of giving which inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 11/21/23
Relative to recognizing the Guam Council of Women’s Clubs (GCWC) on the occasion of their Fortieth (40th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for coordinating, supporting, and advocating for women in our community.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 1/2/24
Relative to recognizing Ronald A. Canos for being a recipient of the 2023 National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Teaching Grant; and commending him for his public service and contributions in the field of education.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADPOPTED: 11/21/23
Relative to recognizing John B. Benavente for his dedication to sports and his service as a referee; and commending him for his contributions to the sports community of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 11/20/23
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Kimchi Day” on November 22, 2023; and to encouraging the continued cooperation and cross-cultural exchanges with regional partners in agricultural development and food trade.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 11/16/23
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Homelessness Awareness Month” during the month of November 2023; and commending the Guam Homeless Coalition for their dedication, advocacy, and selfless acts of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 11/22/23
Relative to recognizing the Marines of Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz for their efforts and contributions in creating a successful “Toys for Tots Campaign”; and commending them for their efforts to spread joy during the holidays to all children in need on Guam and throughout the Marianas.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 11/9/23
Relative to recognizing Marlyn T. Aguilar as a guest speaker at the Guam Diabetes Association’s Twenty-fourth (24th) Annual Diabetes Conference on November 12, 2023; and commending her for her contributions to improving the lives of our island’s community.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett / Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 11/9/23
Relative to recognizing Teresita Camacho Gumataotao on her retirement from the government of Guam; and commending her for her thirty-seven (37) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 11/9/23
Relative to recognizing Brandon Espiritu for his entrepreneurial spirit and his numerous accomplishments; and commending him for being an inspiration to the Filipino Community and people of Guam; and congratulating him on being named as “Mister Philippines 2023.”
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 11/9/23
Relative to recognizing Dr. Evangelyn Grace M. Matias as a guest speaker at the Guam Diabetes Association’s Twenty-fourth (24th) Annual Diabetes Conference on November 12, 2023; and commending her for her contributions to improving the lives of people of Guam’s island community.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Joe S. San Agustin / Frank Blas, Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Amanda L. Shelton / William A. Parkinson / Joanne Brown / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 11/8/23
Relative to recognizing the members of the non-profit organization I Hinanao, I Magahet Yan I Ininna (HMI); and commending them for their support and assistance to veterans, and for their continuous contributions to the local veteran community of Guam and abroad.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 11/8/23
Relative to recognizing Dr. Jose Protacio D. Marcia as a guest speaker at the Guam Diabetes Association’s Twenty-fourth (24th) Annual Diabetes Conference on November 12, 2023; and commending him for his contributions to improving the lives of people of our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 11/8/23
Relative to recognizing Dr. Maria Amira C. Salvador as a guest speaker at the Guam Diabetes Association’s Twenty-fourth (24th) Annual Diabetes Conference on November 12, 2023; and commending her for her contributions to improving the lives of people of our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 11/8/23
Relative to recognizing Master Sergeant Jerry M. Damian on the occasion of his retirement; and commending him for his dedicated leadership and exemplary conduct while serving in the Guam Air National Guard and the United States Armed Forces.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / William A. Parkinson - ADOPTED: 11/20/23
Relative to recognizing Mr. Angel Sablan on his retirement as Executive Director of the Mayors Council of Guam; and commending him for his more than thirty (30) years of service to the government and people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / Christopher M. Dueñas / Sabina Flores Perez / Therese M. Terlaje / William A. Parkinson / Amanda L. Shelton / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas
Relative to recognizing the Benavente family on the occasion of their family reunion celebration on November 4, 2023; and commending them for their commitment and support for one another to maintain the legacy for future generations of the Benavente family.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 10/31/23
Relative to recognizing the International Women’s Club of Guam on the occasion of their Fiftieth (50th) Year Anniversary; and commending its members for their many years of community and humanitarian services to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Chris Barnett / Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Sabina Flores Perez / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 10/31/23
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable †Joaquin Guerrero Topasna, former Mayor of the Municipality of Hågat, for his dedication to the island and people of Guam, and commemorating his legacy of service; and expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr.
Relative to recognizing Cyber Security Awareness Month 2023; and commending the collaborative efforts in demonstrating its importance of promoting cybersecurity awareness and preparedness to protect critical infrastructure.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 10/26/23
Relative to recognizing the Commission on Decolonization, and its staff, panelists, and community members for hosting the Third (3rd) Annual Fanhita Conference with this year’s theme, “Fanhita: Security, Sovereignty, and the Path to Peace”; and commending the Commission for their dedication and commitment to engaging the community in Guam’s decolonization efforts.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 10/26/23
Relative to recognizing the Guam Tiffany Lions Club for their continuous efforts to raise funds for local cancer beneficiaries; and commending them for their invaluable contributions to the community through “Save the Susu,” which provides education, prevention, and awareness of breast cancer.
Sponsor(s) - William A. Parkinson / Jesse A. Lujan / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Joe S. San Agustin / Roy A. B. Quinata / Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to expressing the support of the people of Guam for the Republic of the Philippines’ legitimate and historical claim to the West Philippine Sea, reaffirming the crucial role of International Law, and acknowledging the invaluable ties and common history between Guam and the Philippines.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 10/25/23
RELATIVE TO AUTHORIZING THE 37th GUAM LEGISLATURE TO HONOR THE LATE JOHN SABLAN UNPINGCO, FORMER UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT OF GUAM JUDGE WITH A STATE FUNERAL.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 10/25/23
Relative to recognizing the people of the Republic of Korea and the Korean community in Guam on the occasion of the Seventieth (70th) Year Anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Republic of Korea; and extending much gratitude to Guam’s Korean community for their vast contributions to the development and prosperity of our island..
Sponsor(s) - William A. Parkinson - ADOPTED: 10/24/23
Relative to recognizing the Consulate-General of Japan on Guam for their efforts in bringing the Japan Foundation Traveling Exhibition to Guam; and commending them for their continued efforts to promote the Japanese culture in Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 10/23/23
Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Dusit Thani Guam Resort’s Alfredo’s Steakhouse on their achievement in receiving the “Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best” award by Tripadvisor for being the best fine dining establishment in the South Pacific region; and commending them for their hard work and dedication to providing a world-class experience to our local residents and visitors to Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett / William A. Parkinson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Frank Blas, Jr. / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / Roy A. B. Quinata / Jesse A. Lujan / Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 10/23/23
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable †John Sablan Unpingco, former Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court of Guam for his dedication to the island and people of Guam, and commemorating his legacy of service; and expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - William A. Parkinson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 10/23/23
Relative to recognizing the FSM community of Guam on the observance of “FSM Independence Day”; and commending the FSM community on the occasion of its Thirty-seventh (37th) Year Anniversary as an independent nation.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 10/20/23
Relative to recognizing the Guam Pharmacists Association (GPhA) for their role in optimizing medication use and patient health outcomes and ensuring patients have access to pharmacists’ care; and commending them on their 2023 Annual Gala.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 11/30/23
RELATIVE TO EXERCISING THE RIGHT TO PETITION PURSUANT § 1423 K. OF 48 USC CHAPTER 8 RELATIVE TO SUPPORTING STATEHOOD FOR THE PEOPLE OF WASHINGTON D.C. AND SPECIFICALLY URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO PASS H.R. 51 AND S. 51.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 10/18/23
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late †Joaquin “JC” Concepcion for his advocacy and contributions to the preservation of CHamoru music, language, and culture; and to expressing condolences to his family on his passing.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas - ADOPTED: 10/24/23
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Eugene Tajalle Igros on his retirement from the Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency; and commending him for his thirty-four (34) years of outstanding service to the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Telo T. Taitague / Thomas J. Fisher / Christopher M. Dueñas / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Frank Blas, Jr. / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joanne Brown / Joe S. San Agustin
Relative to standing in solidarity with Jewish communities, supporting the people of Israel, and condemning the horrendous attack and war crimes of Hamas that occurred in October 2023.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 10/13/23
Relative to recognizing Victim Advocates Reaching Out (VARO) on the occasion of their Forty-first (41st) Year Anniversary; and commending them on educating and ensuring the safety of victims while providing vital services to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / William A. Parkinson / Chris Barnett / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 10/13/23
Relative to recognizing the municipality of Humåtak, the Humåtak Municipal Planning Council, the Humåtak Mayor’s Office, and the numerous participants and organizers for hosting and coordinating the Humåtak Fiesta; and commending the people of Humåtak on the celebration of the Humåtak Fiesta.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 10/13/23
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Port Week” during the week of October 16 to October 20, 2023; and commending the employees, management, and Board of Directors of the Jose D. Leon Guerrero Commercial Port Authority of Guam on its Forty-eighth (48th) Year Anniversary celebration.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 10/12/23
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Family Violence Awareness Month” during the month of October 2023; and commending the Guam Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Family Violence, and the numerous community advocates, organizations, and government agencies, for their efforts in raising public awareness of sexual assault and family violence issues on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Joanne Brown / Roy A. B. Quinata / Therese M. Terlaje / Frank Blas, Jr. / Chris Barnett / Amanda L. Shelton / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson - ADOPTED: 7/10/24
Relative to supporting the passage of H.R. 522, the “Deliver for Veterans Act,” introduced in the United States House of Representatives, which aims to cover the shipping and delivery expenses of adaptive vehicles provided for veterans with disabilities.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 10/5/23
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Community First Guam Federal Credit Union on the opening of their newly-built Hagåtña Headquarters and Member Services Center; and further commending them for over sixty (60) years of dedicated services and contributions to the island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 10/25/23
Relative to recognizing the Todu Guam Foundation and former Senator Dennis G. Rodgriguez, Jr. for their role in the critical efforts in the wake of Typhoon Mawar; and commending them for their assistance and outstanding service to the community.
Sponsor(s) - Frank Blas, Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher / Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 10/12/23
RELATIVE TO URGENTLY AND STEADFASTLY REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR OF GUAM TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE DIRE AND DECREPIT CONDITIONS THAT EXIST AT THE GUAM MEMORIAL HOSPITAL AND TO DECLARE A STATE OF EXTREME EMERGENCY TO ADDRESS THE UNSAFE, UNHEALTHY, UNSANITARY, AND FINANCIALLY CHALLENGING CONDITIONS THAT EXIST THERE.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 10/5/23
Relative to recognizing the Lions Clubs International District 204 on the Thirty-first (31st) Year Anniversary of its Charter; and commending its members for their many years of community and humanitarian services to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 10/4/23
Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Kutturan CHamoru Foundation, a successful cultural house of CHamoru performing artists, on the occasion of their Thirtieth (30th) Year Anniversary; and to extending a very special Saina Ma'åse to Fafana'gue Heidi Chargualaf-Quenga for her thirty (30) years of dedication serving as the Director and Choreographer of the Kutturan CHamoru Foundation, and for her tireless efforts to impart the knowledge of CHamoru practices and way of life to the Long Beach community and the greater California area in order to preserve and promote the CHamoru language and culture.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 10/4/23
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Arts and Humanities Month” during the month of October 2023 in celebration of all forms of artistic expression and all cultures on Guam, and as a means to encourage island residents to recognize those men and women who have dedicated their lives to connecting the arts and humanities on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 10/3/23
Relative to recognizing the observance of “SHRM Day” on September 26, 2023, and “HR Professionals Week” from September 25 to September 29, 2023; and commending the Society for Human Resources Management – Guam Chapter for their dedication towards professional development and their advocacy towards developing better workplaces.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 9/28/23
Relative to recognizing Master Sergeant (MSgt) Brinson Gibson, United States Air Force for his dedicated leadership and conduct while serving as the Pacific Air Forces, 36th Civil Engineer Squadron/Civil Engineer Operations (USAF PACAF 36 CES/CEO), Operations Engineering Superintendent at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam; and commending him upon his completion of his tour of duty.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 9/27/23
Relative to posthumously recognizing John F. Siguenza, “Johnny Cake” for his contributions and commitment to preserving, perpetuating, and promoting the CHamoru culture and traditions of our island community; and expressing sincere condolences to his family on his passing on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 9/27/23
Relative to recognizing the observance of the Eleventh (11th) Annual Guam Food Safety Education Month, with the theme: “When Baxter Attacks, the Food Guardians Fight BAC!”; and commending the Division of Environmental Health of the Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services for its commitment to serve and protect Guam’s people from foodborne illnesses and other environmental hazards through educational outreach and programs for the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - William A. Parkinson / Frank Blas, Jr.
Relative to recognizing coral reefs as essential infrastructure for the protection of the coasts of Guam and its inherent relationship in the conservation of beaches and other elements of nature.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 10/5/23
Relative to recognizing the Palau Community Association of Guam and the Palauan community on the occasion of the Twenty-ninth (29th) Year Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Palau; and commending them for their continued contributions to the island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 9/26/23
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Drug-Free Pain Management Awareness Month” during
the month of September 2023; and commending the Chiropractic Council of Guam for their continued efforts
in promoting chiropractic care and providing access to a drug-free, evidence-based, and primary option for
pain management services for the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 9/22/23
Relative to recognizing the Guåhan Isan Famagu'on Lions Club on the celebration of the Fifth (5th) Year Anniversary of its Charter; and commending its members for their many years of community and humanitarian services to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 9/26/23
Relative to recognizing Yasunori Takenaka, DDS (“Dr. Yas”) on his retirement; and commending him for over twenty-eight (28) years of commitment in the field of dentistry, and his contributions to our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 9/27/23
Relative to recognizing David S. Okada for his commitment to the island of Guam, its community, and the Pacific region; and commending him for his services as the Chief Planning Officer and Interim Chief of Staff and Board Liaison with the University of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 9/28/23
Relative to recognizing James R. Hollyer for his dedication and contributions to the University of Guam (UOG) and our island community; and commending him for his services to UOG and the people of Guam as the Special Assistant to the President and Acting Chief Planning Officer
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 9/29/23
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Red Ribbon Month” during the month of October 2023; and commending the various individuals who are participating in the “2023 Red Ribbon Campaign” for their continued efforts in preventing drug, tobacco and alcohol abuse, and for encouraging youth participation in “Red Ribbon Week” during the week of October 23 through October 31, 2023.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 9/21/23
Relative to recognizing the municipality of Mangilao, the Mangilao Mayor’s Office, the Mangilao Municipal Planning Council, and the numerous participants and organizers for hosting and coordinating the “Mangilao Donne' Festival 2023” on September 22-24, 2023; and commending them for promoting the CHamoru culture to the island’s residents and visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 9/28/23
Relative to recognizing Joseph N. Cruz on his retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for his twenty-nine (29) years of service to the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 9/28/23
Relative to recognizing Benny M. Almandres on his retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for his twenty-seven (27) years of service to the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 9/20/23
Relative to recognizing Vivian I. Aflague on her retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending her for her thirty-three (33) years of service to the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 9/19/23
Relative to recognizing the achievements of LifeWorks Guam; and commending them on the occasion of the Nineteenth (19th) Annual LifeWorks Guam Candlelight Memorial Service, and for their active and significant efforts in suicide prevention and awareness.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 9/19/23
Relative to recognizing the cooperation of citizens from Guam and Japan in the restoration and re-dedication of the Guam Chinkon Shrine (Guam Sea of Souls Shrine) in honor of the sacrifices experienced by both combatants and civilians during the hostilities on Guam in World War II, and as a means of promoting regional peace and understanding in the Asia-Pacific in the twenty-first (21st) century.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas, Jr. - ADOPTED: 9/20/23
Relative to recognizing the people of the Republic of China (Taiwan) on the occasion of the One Hundred Twelfth (112th) “Double Tenth National Day” celebration on October 10, 2023.
Sponsor(s) - Sabina Flores Perez / Amanda L. Shelton / Chris Barnett / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Frank Blas, Jr. / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 9/19/23
RELATIVE TO POSTHUMOUSLY HONORING GUAM SON, ACTIVIST, AND AUTHOR CHRIS PEREZ HOWARD FOR HIS LEGACY OF EMPOWERING THE PEOPLE OF GUAM TO FIND CONTINUAL CONNECTION TO, AND AN APPRECIATION FOR, THE HUMANITY, EXPERIENCE, AND PERSEVERANCE OF THE CHAMORU PEOPLE.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 9/18/23
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Doris Dueñas Bukikosa on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education - Education Support and Community Learning; and commending her for her thirty-four (34) years of outstanding service to the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 9/18/23
Relative to recognizing Captain Joaquin Cruz and Deckhand Don Pedro Cruz for their invaluable contributions and efforts to our island community; and commending “Shut Up and Fish” for promoting the Håfa Adai spirit and elevating the peskadot lifestyle.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Deborah Liz Cabe Aguon on her retirement from Pedro C. Lujan Elementary School; and commending her for her 30 and a ½ years of service to the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Cristina A. Garcia on her retirement from the Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services – Division of Public Health – Guam Public Health Laboratory (Central); and commending her for her thirty (30) years of service to the government of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 9/14/23
Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Micronesia Mall on the celebration of its Thirty-fifth (35th) Year Anniversary; and commending Goodwind Development Corporation for their services to Guam’s community and their excellence in promoting commerce, contributing to the growth of Guam’s economy, and bringing people together.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 9/12/23
Relative to recognizing the observance of “REALTOR® Safety Month” during the month of September 2023; and commending the Guam Association of REALTORS® for their commitment to providing educational opportunities and knowledge about the well-being and protection of Guam’s REALTORS® and their clients, and for promoting professionalism within the real estate industry on Guam and throughout Micronesia.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 9/12/23
Relative to posthumously recognizing and honoring the late Chief Warrant Officer 5 Francis Arriola Pablo (Retired) for his forty (40) years of honorable service and sacrifice to the Guam Army National Guard, the Island of Guam, the United States Army, and the United States of America; and extending condolences to his family on his passing on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 9/18/23
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Preparedness Month” during the month of September 2023, with this year’s theme “Take Control in 1, 2, 3,”; and commending all governmental and non-governmental organizations and volunteers for their support and contributions towards this year’s celebration.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 9/1/23
Relative to recognizing “Every Nation Church” on their Fiftieth (50th) Year Anniversary on Guam; and commending them for their contributions and services to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 9/1/23
Relative to recognizing Dr. Tåsi Ada for her significant contributions to sports medicine and health science and to the advancement of rugby and sports on Guam.
Resolution No. 181-37 (LS) - WITHDRAWN
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 8/30/23
Relative to recognizing Ron’s Diner on its Tenth (10th) Year Anniversary; and commending Ronald L. Fejeran for his dedication and services to the island community.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Chris Barnett / Sabina Flores Perez / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Joanne Brown / William A. Parkinson / Telo T. Taitague / Christopher M. Dueñas / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / Therese M. Terlaje / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 8/31/23
Relative to requesting the United States Congress and the Biden Administration to favorably consider providing the multi-year funding needed to harden Guam’s infrastructure to meet the goals of installation resiliency and ensure Guam is capable of withstanding future natural and manmade threats and disasters.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to congratulating the Guam Diamond Lions Club on its 5th Anniversary of its Charter and recognizing and commending its members for their service and humanitarian efforts to the People of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett
Relative to recognizing JoAnn Brown on the occasion of her retirement from Agana Heights Elementary School, Guam Department of Education; and commending her for thirty (30) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / William A. Parkinson / Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett / Sabina Flores Perez / Christopher M. Dueñas / Telo T. Taitague / Thomas J. Fisher / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 8/18/23
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable John Finoña Blas, Former Commissioner of the Municipality of Yigo, for his dedication to the island and the people of Guam, and commemorating his legacy of service; and further expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 8/17/23
Relative to recognizing the Guam-CNMI Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) State Committee for their hard work in the development and promotion of employer support for 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.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata
Relative to recognizing Guma' Råsan Åcho' Latte for their continued efforts in preserving, promoting, and perpetuating the CHamoru culture for the people of Guam; and commending them for participation and achievements in the International Invitational festivities.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 8/17/23
AN ACT TO APPROVE AND ACCEPT THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE APPENDED LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN LESSEE, THE UNITED STATES POST OFFICE, AND LESSOR, I LIHESLATURAN GUÅHAN, SUCH LEASE AGREEMENT TO COVER A PERIOD OF FIVE (5) YEARS, TO BEGIN ON AUGUST 24, 2023, FOR THE U.S. POST OFFICE BUILDING IN HAGÅTÑA WITH TWO (2) OPTIONS TO RENEW.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 8/9/2023
Relative to recognizing the troops of the Guam Innovative Readiness Training “Guam Wellness 2023” Mission, and the various government agencies, volunteers, and staff for their service to the people of Guam; and commending them for their dedication and support in providing healthcare to the residents of Guam through the Innovative Readiness Training.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Joanne Brown / Frank Blas, Jr. / Jesse A. Lujan / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 3/22/24
Relative to expressing the support of I Mina'trentai Siette Na Liheslaturan Guåhan (the 37th Guam Legislature) for the passage of measures by the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives during the 118th Congress which would amend the “Radiation Exposure Compensation Act” to include the people of Guam as “downwinders” of U.S. Pacific nuclear test sites, extend the claims period, and improve compensation and benefits.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 8/4/23
Relative to recognizing First Sergeant (1SG) Alvin Manglona for his twenty-five (25) years of outstanding service to our country and island; and commending him on his retirement from the United States Army.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 8/9/23
Relative to recognizing the observance of “International Youth Day” on August 12, 2023; and commending the Guam Youth Congress (GYC), Guam Youth Advisory Council (GYAC), the Islandwide Board of Governing Students (IBOGS), and the Department of Youth Affairs (DYA) for their commitment to advocating for our youth voices.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 8/3/23
Relative to recognizing Ryan and Paul Claros for their commitment to the development and advancement of rugby and sports on Guam; and commending them for their contributions to the island community.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 8/3/23
Relative to recognizing the members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Guam Chapters 1315, 787, and 2007, for their sacrifices in keeping with the traditions of the military service; and commending them on the occasion of their Twentieth (20th) Year Anniversary, and for their proud service to our country and island.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 7/27/2023
Relative to recognizing John F. Kennedy High School (JFKHS) on the occasion of its sixty-three (63) years of educating the people of Guam; and commending the Guam JFKHS Mega Reunion Committee for planning and hosting the various events to mark this historic milestone.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 7/27/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Parks and Recreation Month” during the month of July 2023, with this year’s theme: “Where Community Grows”; and commending the Department of Parks and Recreation for their commitment to promoting and building strong, vibrant, and resilient communities through parks and recreation.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Telo T. Taitague / Amanda L. Shelton / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / William A. Parkinson / Joe S. San Agustin / Therese M. Terlaje / Frank Blas, Jr. / Thomas J. Fisher / Christopher M. Dueñas / Roy A. B. Quinata / Chris Barnett / Sabina Flores Perez / Joanne Brown / Tina Rose Muña Barnes -ADOPTED: 7/26/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of the Office of the Attorney General’s “Love Your Kids Month” during the month of August 2023; and commending them for promoting the importance of both custodial and non-custodial parents providing financial, physical, educational, and emotional support for their children.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Joe S. San Agustin / William A. Parkinson / Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 7/26/2023
Relative to recognizing and congratulating the men and women of the United States Coast Guard on the celebration of the U.S. Coast Guard’s Two Hundred Thirty-third (233rd) Year Anniversary on August 4, 2023; and commending the U.S. Coast Guard and its dedicated members, active, reserve, auxiliary, civilian, retired, and family, for their continued service to our island and country.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 7/24/2023
Relative to recognizing the REALTORS® Relief Foundation for awarding Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000) for the purpose of providing housing assistance to the families impacted by Typhoon Mawar; and commending the Guam Association of REALTORS® for their unwavering commitment to providing support and opportunities for our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje -ADOPTED: 7/25/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of “REALTOR® Month” during the month of July 2023; and commending the Guam Association of REALTORS® for their commitment to providing support and opportunities to Guam’s REALTORS®, and for promoting professionalism within the real estate industry on Guam and throughout Micronesia.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - AROPTED: 7/20/2023
Relative to recognizing the parishioners and community of Malojloj; and commending them on their diligent commemoration of the Golden [Fiftieth (50th)] Jubilee Year Anniversary of San Isidro, the Catholic Patron Saint of farmers and the parish, in the wake of Typhoon Mawar.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 7/20/2023
Relative to recognizing George M. Salas on his retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for his thirty-six (36) years of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 7/20/23
Relative to recognizing Christian Gyles Dulay Ramos on receiving the premier graduate Truman Scholarship; and commending him for his dedication and commitment to academic excellence.
Sponsor(s) - Sabina Flores Perez
RELATIVE TO COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING MRS. JULIE ROSE U. NEDEDOG OF THE BUREAU OF STATISTICS AND PLANS ON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT AND TO EXTEND OUR MOST GRATEFUL UN DÅNGKOLU NA SI YU’OS MA’ÅSE’ FOR HER 37 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE GOVERNMENT OF GUAM AND THE PEOPLE OF GUAM.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Frank Blas, Jr. / Jesse A. Lujan / Chris Barnett / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher
Relative to posthumously recognizing and honoring Ebilreklai Gracia Demei Yalap for her leadership as Paramount Female Matriarch of the First Ranking Udes House of Melekeok State and Despedall of the Republic of Palau; offering thanks on behalf of the people of Guam for her contributions to preserving Micronesian culture; and further expressing condolences to her family on her passing.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 7/13/2023
Relative to recognizing Lieutenant Colonel Dan J. Shinohara on his retirement from the United States Air Force; and commending him for his more than twenty-three (23) years of service to the people of Guam and the nation.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 7/7/2023
Relative to recognizing Colonel Christopher L. Bopp, United States Marine Corps, for his dedicated leadership and conduct while serving as the Commanding Officer of Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz; and commending him upon completion of his outstanding tour of duty.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing Pastor Remenster Jano, for dedicating fifty (50) years of his life and career to the community and his church; and to commend him for his contributions to the community and the impact he has made on the island of Guam on the occasion of his retirement from the Guam-Micronesia Mission of Seventh-day Adventists; and to congratulate Pastor Remenster and Leah Jano on their fiftieth (50th) wedding anniversary.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/28/2023
Relative to recognizing Bertha M. Crisostomo on her retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending her for her twenty-nine (29) years of outstanding government service.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Frank Blas, Jr. / Chris Barnett / Sabina Flores Perez / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher / Jesse A. Lujan / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 6/27/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of “War Survivor Remembrance Day” on June 28, 2023, as part of the celebration of the Seventy-Ninth (79th) Anniversary of Guam’s Liberation, to offer recognition and remember every one of the survivors of Guam’s wartime monstrosities for their rousing boldness and persistence; and commending the Guam War Survivors Memorial Foundation for their commitment and administration in propagating the stories and accounts of the hardships of all those affected during the Japanese occupation of Guam during World War II.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Sabina Flores Perez / William A. Parkinson / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Frank Blas, Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher / Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 6/27/2023
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable Candido “Candy” Babauta Taman, former Member of the CNMI House of Representatives, for his advocacy and contributions to the preservation of CHamoru and Carolinian music, language, and culture; and to expressing condolences to his family on his passing.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Therese M. Terlaje / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / William A. Parkinson / Joe S. San Agustin / Chris Barnett / Sabina Flores Perez - ADOPTED: 9/19/23
Relative to posthumously recognizing †Priscilla “Pat” Atoigue Tenorio Tuncap for her service to the people of Guam and commending her for her dedication and contributions to the island; and further expressing condolences to her family on her passing.
Sponsor(s) - Frank Blas, Jr. - ADOPTED: 6/22/2023
Relative to recognizing the Guam HAWGS Motorcycle Club; and congratulating them on the commemoration of its thirtieth (30th) year of outstanding contributions to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 6/20/2023
Relative to recognizing Rear Admiral Benjamin Nicholson, United States Navy; and commending him upon the completion of his tour of duty as the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Representative for Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau as Commander, U.S. Naval Forces, Marianas, and Commander, Joint Region Marianas.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/20/2023
Relative to recognizing Elizabeth M. Blas on her retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending her for thirty-two (32) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 6/19/2023
Relative to recognizing Margie Rose F. Pereda on her retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending her for her twenty-nine (29) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 6/24/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Homeownership Month” during the month of June 2023; and commending the organizations on Guam whose purpose is to promote the benefits of homeownership.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 7/26/2023
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Cecilia Tanalgo Solidum for receiving a “Lifetime Membership Award” from the Guam Memorial Hospital Volunteers Association; and commending her for her commitment and dedication to the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority and the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 7/17/2023
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Aurea Fisher for receiving the “2022 Volunteer of the Year” award from the Guam Memorial Hospital Volunteers Association; and commending her for her generous commitment of time and support to the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority and the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 6/5/2023
Relative to recognizing Major Dayne Foote for his exceptional service as the Commander of the 36th Security Forces Squadron at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam; and commending him for his support and contributions to the island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / William A. Parkinson / Sabina Flores Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Thomas J. Fisher /
Relative to recognizing Ferdinand B. Soriano and Robert J. Aguon for their commitment and dedication to the Guam Customs and Quarantine agency; and commending their years of service to the People of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADPTED: 5/19/2023
Relative to recognizing school nurses on the observance of “National School Nurse Day” on May 10, 2023, with the theme of Building for the Future, Health, Advocacy and Leadership; and commending Guam’s school nurses for their continued efforts to ensuring that school students’ well-being, safety, and academic ability are taken care of.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/18/2023
Relative to recognizing Genelle Tripoli Asuncion as the Guam Community College’s “2023 Distinguished Graduate”; and commending her for her dedication and commitment to academic excellence.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/18/2023
Relative to recognizing Iyanna Rose Mesa Lujan as the Guam Community College’s “2023 Most Distinguished Graduate”; and commending her for her dedication and commitment to academic excellence.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 6/15/2023
Relative to recognizing the the Marianas Bahá’í faith Community on their 46th Convention; and to congratulate the New National Spiritual Assembly on their election; and to commend the Bahá’ís for their contribution to the spiritual wellness of the island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/18/2023
Relative to recognizing Dr. Thomas W. Krise for his commitment to the island of Guam, its community, and the Pacific region; and commending him for his service as the Eleventh (11th) President of the University of Guam..
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 5/18/2023
Relative to recognizing Brenda Porter for her commitment to enriching the lives of Guam’s students and youth; and congratulating her on being the recipient of the “2023 School Counselor of the Year” Award.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joe S. San Agustin / William A. Parkinson / Telo T. Taitague / Sabina Flores Perez / Roy A. B. Quinata / Thomas J. Fisher / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne Brown / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 7/31/2023
Relative to recognizing Custom Fitness for their contributions to the health and wellness of the community of Guam; and congratulating them on their Tenth (10th) Year anniversary and the opening of their second (2nd) location.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing the Judiciary of Guam, for the development of the treatment court to provide a comprehensive system of support; and to commend them for their outstanding service to our island community and commending them for their advocacy of justice and equality.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/16/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Tourism Month” during the month of May 2023; and commending the Guam Visitors Bureau and all those who serve in the visitor industry for their commitment and dedication to the development, improvement, and promotion of tourism for our island paradise of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 5/17/2023
Relative to recognizing Ana Quenga Meno for her service and contributions to the parish community of the San Isidro Catholic Church in Malojloj, and the village of Inalåhan; and congratulating her on being selected as one of the 2023 Grand Marshalls of this year’s Golden Jubilee Fiestan San Isidro
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 5/17/2023
Relative to recognizing Manuel Chargualaf Meno for his service and contributions to the parish community of the San Isidro Catholic Church in Malojloj, and the village of Inalåhan; and congratulating him on being selected as one of the 2023 Grand Marshalls of this year’s Golden Jubilee Fiestan San Isidro.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 5/17/2023
Relative to recognizing Faviana Chargualaf San Nicolas for her service and contributions to the parish community of the San Isidro Catholic Church in Malojloj, and the village of Inalåhan; and congratulating her on being selected as one of the 2023 Grand Marshalls of this year’s Golden Jubilee Fiestan San Isidro.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 5/18/2023
Relative to recognizing Consolacion Pangelinan Meno Paulino for her service and contributions to the parish community of San Isidro Catholic Church in Malojloj, and the village of Inalåhan; and congratulating her on being selected as one of the 2023 Grand Marshalls of this year’s Golden Jubilee Fiestan San Isidro.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Frank Blas, Jr. / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Telo T. Taitague / Roy A. B. Quinata / William A. Parkinson / Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jesse A. Lujan / Joe S. San Agustin / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 5/15/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Police Week” during the week of May 15 through May 21, 2023; and commending Guam’s law enforcement officers for their continued heroism, sacrifice, and duty in keeping our island community safe.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 5/15/2023
Relative to recognizing Police Officer I Eric Barcinas as “Police Officer of the Year”; and commending him for his commitment to protecting and serving the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 5/11/2023
Relative to recognizing the Department of Corrections (DOC) and Corrections Officers during the “National Corrections Officers Week”; and commending them for exemplifying professionalism, integrity and strength in the face of a difficult and often dangerous work environment.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 5/9/2023
Relative to recognizing Oliva Leon Guerrero Velasquez on her retirement from B.P. Carbullido Elementary School, Guam Department of Education; and commending her for forty-two (42) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Frank Blas, Jr / Christopher M. Dueñas / Jesse A. Lujan / Thomas J. Fisher / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Chris Barnett
RELATIVE TO REQUESTING I MAGA’HÅGAN GUÅHAN ON BEHALF OF THE PEOPLE OF GUAM TO UTILIZE MONEY GIVEN TO HER THROUGH THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (ARP) ACT OF 2021 TO FUND THE TWENTY MILLION DOLLARS ($20,000,000) SOUGHT IN BILL 75-37 (LS) TO ASSIST ISLAND BUSINESSES STILL STRUGGLING AS A RESULT OF LOSSES DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND INFLATIONARY EVENTS, AND THE TWENTY SIX MILLION THREE HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($26,381,000) SOUGHT IN BILL 87-37 (LS) TO EXTEND THE PRUGRÅMAN AYUDA PARA I TAOTAO-TA ENERGY CREDIT PROGRAM FOR ANOTHER FIVE MONTHS.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 5/9/2023
Relative to recognizing the Charter Schools of Guam on the observance of “National Charter Schools Week” from May 7 through May 13, 2023; and commending Guahan Academy Charter School, iLearn Academy Charter School, Science is Fun and Awesome 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.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing the Guam Chapter of the American Red Cross for their unwavering commitment to providing assistance in times of need; and commend them for the vital role they play in providing critical disaster recovery assistance to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/8/2023
Relative to recognizing the Guam Girl Scouts on their annual celebration of “National Girl Scout Leader Appreciation Day” on April 22, 2023; and commending the Girl Scout leaders and mentors who serve as guides and role models.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 5/8/2023
Relative to recognizing and commending the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority (GMHA) nurses for their contributions to healthcare services and patient support on the observance of “National Nurses Month,” during the month of May 2023, “National Nurses Day,” on May 6th, and “National Nurses Week,” from May 6 to May 12, 2023.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 5/8/2023
Relative to recognizing “National Hospital Week” from May 7 to May 13, 2023, and the observance of “National Hospital Day” on May 12th; and joining communities across the nation in commending the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority (GMHA) and its dedicated staff of professionals for their strength, courage, and commitment to healing the sick, caring for families, and selflessly providing quality healthcare to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/5/2023
Relative to recognizing Coach Edwin K. W. Ching for dedicating Fifty-Two (52) years of his life to Guam’s swimming athletes; and commending him for his contributions to the swimming and sports community.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 5/5/2023
Relative to recognizing Pacific Federal Management (PFM) during the observance of “National Safety Construction Week,” from May 1 through May 5, 2023; and commending them for their commitment to safety in the workplace in the construction industry on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing the observance of “National Maritime Day” on May 22, 2023; and commending the Jose D. Leon Guerrero Commercial Port Authority of Guam employees, management, Board of Directors for their commitment to the growth of our island’s seaport.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/3/2023
Relative to recognizing Teodora Andrada as a Centenarian during “2023 Senior Citizens Month”; and commemorating her celebration of one hundred and two years (102) of longevity.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/3/2023
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late †Victoria Robeniol Rebugio as an honorary Centenarian during “2023 Senior Citizens Month”; commemorating her on one hundred (100) years of longevity; and further expressing condolences to her family on her passing.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/3/2023
Relative to recognizing Magdalena Perez Taitano Fausto as a Centenarian during “2023 Senior Citizens Month”; and commemorating her celebration of one hundred (100) years of longevity.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/3/2023
Relative to recognizing Lillian Leon Anderson as a Centenarian during “2023 Senior Citizens Month”; and commemorating her celebration of one hundred one years (101) of longevity.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/3/2023
Relative to recognizing Josefina de la Concepcion Diaz as a Centenarian during “2023 Senior Citizens Month”; and commemorating her celebration of one hundred one years (101) of longevity.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 5/3/2023
Relative to recognizing Rosario Flores Leon Guerrero as a Centenarian during “2023 Senior Citizens Month”; and commemorating her celebration of one hundred and three years (103) of longevity.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 5/3/2023
Relative to recognizing the Philippine Medical and Dental Referral Services, LLC (PhilMD) on its Tenth (10th) Year Anniversary as a medical referral office on Guam; and commending them for providing invaluable assistance to individuals on Guam and Micronesia who seek medical services in the Philippines.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Therese M. Terlaje / Frank Blas, Jr.
RELATIVE TO EXPRESSING THE 37TH GUAM LEGISLATURE’S STRONGEST OBJECTIONS TO THE LACK OF COMPACT IMPACT FUNDING IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2024 BUDGET REQUEST SUBMITTED BY PRESIDENT BIDEN AND TO URGE THE RESTORATION OF COMPACT IMPACT REIMBURSEMENT FUNDS AND DISCRETIONARY FUNDS.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 5/1/2023
Relative to recognizing Lieutenant Freddy Untalan Hofschneider III of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter OLIVER HENRY (WPC 1140) Coast Guard Forces Micronesia – Sector Guam; and commending him for his dedicated service in protecting Guam and the region’s ocean waters.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Christopher M. Dueñas / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / William A. Parkinson / Joanne Brown / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joe S. San Agustin / Jesse A. Lujan / Amanda L. Shelton / Chris Barnett / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas
Relative to commending the Gifted and Talented Education Visual and Performing Arts (GATE VPA) Theatre Program on their Thirtieth (30th) Anniversary; congratulating their members past and present for providing quality theatrical experiences and entertainment for the community and for promoting the arts in Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata
Relative to recognizing and congratulating the distinguished Major General Esther Aguigui on the occasion of her retirement after thirty-seven (37) years of service; and commemorating her outstanding service to our nation and island community.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/28/2023
Relative to recognizing Guam’s Senior Citizens on the celebration of “2023 Senior Citizens Month” during the month of May 2023, with this year’s theme “Aging Unbound - Inamko′ Sin Chinengle”; and commending governmental, non-governmental organizations, and volunteers for their support and contributions towards the island’s senior citizens.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 4/28/2023
Relative to recognizing the Guam Chamber of Commerce on its Ninety-ninth (99th) Year Anniversary; and commending the organization for advocating for better opportunities for our local businesses to prosper and enhance the economic welfare of our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 4/28/23
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Ms. Jofel M. Silvestre on the occasion of her retirement from Maria A. Ulloa Elementary School, Guam Department of Education; and commending her for her thirty (30) years of outstanding service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 4/27/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Public Health and Social Services Month” during the month of April 2023, with this year’s theme: “Centering and Celebrating Cultures in Health”; and commending the employees of the Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) for their advocacy and commitment to safeguarding the health and welfare of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 4/27/2023
Relative to recognizing Ronnie H. Rogers on his retirement; and commending him for his twelve (12) years of service to the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC).
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing the observance of "National Safe Boating Week" from May 20 to May 26, 2023; and commending the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Guam Flotilla, the Guam Police Department Marine Patrol, and the Guam Fire Department Rescue Units for raising awareness of safe boating and marine safety.
Sponsor(s) - Christopher M. Dueñas / Therese M. Terlaje / Joanne Brown / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Jesse A. Lujan / Telo T. Taitague / Thomas J. Fisher / Roy A. B. Quinata / Amanda L. Shelton / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / William A. Parkinson - ADOPTED: 4/25/2023
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable †Benigno Palomo, former Senator for his dedication to our island and the people of Guam; and commemorating his legacy of service; and further expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas - ADOPTED: 4/24/2023
Relative to recognizing Corazon J. Mucho on her retirement from the Guam Department of Education; and commending her for Forty-Six (46) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 4/27/2023
Relative to recognizing Farron “The Guam Guy” Taijeron for his commitment to maintaining Guam’s environment; and commending him for raising awareness and stewardship of the environment.
Sponsor(s) - Sabina Flores Perez
Relative to joining the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in urging the Government of Japan to consider alternatives to the discharge of more than one million tons of contaminated water from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Disaster into the Pacific Ocean.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 8/1/2023
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-ninth (69th) Year Anniversary and the One Hundred Twenty-fifth (125th) Year Anniversary of Philippine Independence.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 5/4/2023
Relative to authorizing expenditure in the amount of Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000) from the Central Operations Lapse Fund, for the purpose of hosting I Liheslaturan Guåhan’s Annual Senior Citizen’s Day Luncheon as provided in 1 G.C.A. § 1032(e).
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/21/2023
Relative to recognizing the Taiwan Economic and Cultural Office in Guam (TECO) and the Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) on the occasion of the 2023 TECO - GVB Earth Day Beach Clean-Up; and commending them for their commitment in maintaining Guam’s environment.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/20/2023
Relative to recognizing Pacifico Martir Jr. on the occasion of his retirement from McDonald’s of Guam; and commending his fifty (50) years of dedicated service.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Thomas J. Fisher / Telo T. Taitague / Roy A. B. Quinata / Frank Blas, Jr.
Relative to supporting Guam’s efforts in Congress with H.R. 673, introduced in the United States House of Representatives, which seeks to amend Public Law 106-504 to allow certain land in Guam to be transferred to previous recorded owners of that land for other purposes.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/19/2023
Relative to posthumously recognizing †Mr. John M. “Chubado” Camacho as a Founding Father of Guam motor sports, racing, and off-roading; and commending him for his support in uplifting the island’s racing community.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing Mr. Thomas “Pete” P. C. Daga on the occasion of his retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for Forty-One (41) years of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / William A. Parkinson / Telo T. Taitague / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Chris Barnett / Joe S. San Agustin / Roy A. B. Quinata / Amanda L. Shelton / Frank Blas, Jr. / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Jesse A. Lujan / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 4/18/2023
Relative to recognizing the Judiciary of Guam, the U.S. District Court of Guam, the Judiciary of the Northern Mariana Islands, the U.S. District Court for the Northern Mariana Islands, and the Guam Bar Association on the celebration of “Law Month” from April 21 to May 30, 2023, and “Law Day” on May 1, 2023; and commending them for their continued service to our island communities.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/17/2023
Relative to recognizing Amafel M. Silvestre on the occasion of her retirement from Maria A. Ulloa Elementary School; and commending her for Thirty (30) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 4/13/2023
Relative to commemorating the Inauguration Ceremony of the Seventeenth (17th) Chuuk State Legislature; and congratulating the House of Representative-Elects.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 4/12/2023
Relative to recognizing the Guam Memorial Hospital Volunteers Association (GMHVA) on their Fifty-Eighth (58th) Year Anniversary; and commending the late Senator †Cecilia “Chilang” Cruz Bamba, Founder, as the “Legacy of a Lifetime” Memorial Tribute recipient.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/12/2023
Relative to recognizing Peter J. Sablan on the occasion of his retirement from the A. B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for Twenty-Six (26) years of government service.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Thomas J. Fisher / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne Brown / Telo T. Taitague / Frank Blas, Jr. / Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton / William A. Parkinson / Joe S. San Agustin / Roy A. B. Quinata / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Chris Barnett / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Sabina Flores Perez - ADOPTED: 6/29/23
Relative to recognizing the municipality of Hågat, the Hågat Mayor’s Office, the Hågat Municipal Planning Council, and the numerous participants and organizers for hosting and coordinating the Fourteenth (14th) Annual “Hågat Mango Festival”; and commending them for promoting the CHamoru culture to the island’s residents and visitors.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 4/13/2023
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Marie Manalisay Reyes Nelson for her almost fifty (50) years of service in education; and expressing condolences to her family upon her passing.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton
Relative to recognizing Mr. Lance Sanchez for winning the 2023 Guam Scripps Regional Spelling Bee; and commending him for representing Guam in Ninety-Fourth (94th) Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 4/4/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Fair Housing Month” during the month of April 2023; and commending the Guam Association of REALTORSⓇ for its continued commitment to upholding fair housing ideals and its dedication to protecting the rights and interests of its members and our island residents.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton / Jesse A. Lujan / Roy A.B. Quinata / Frank Blas Jr. / William A. Parkinson / Joe S. San Agustin / Sabina Flores Perez / Therese M. Terlaje / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 4/14/2023
Relative to recognizing Mr. Raymond “Shino” Shinohara for raising awareness through “Team Long Road” for US service members that were Prisoners of Wars (POWs) or missing/killed in action; and commending him for his dedication to supporting Guam’s veterans.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/3/2023
Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association on the occasion of its Fiftieth (50th) Anniversary; and to commending the Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association for their commitment to promoting the highest standards of service and quality in the hotels and restaurants on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/30/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Guam Youth Month” during the month of April 2023; and commending the Guam Department of Youth Affairs and the numerous organizations, advocates, and partners for their continued dedication and commitment to the youth of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing the observance of National Public Safety and Telecommunicators Week (NPSTW) during the week of April 9 – 15, 2023, and commending Public Safety Telecommunicators and Emergency Medical Dispatchers in Guam for their invaluable work in keeping our island safe.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Therese M. Terlaje - WITHDRAWN 4/7/2023
Relative to recognizing and congratulating the Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association (GHRA) the occasion of its Fiftieth (50th) Anniversary; and to commending the Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association (GHRA) for their commitment to promoting the highest standards of service and quality in the hotels and restaurants on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Roy A. B. Quinata / Chris Barnett / Jesse A. Lujan / Joe S. San Agustin / Frank Blas, Jr. / William A. Parkinson / Joanne Brown / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED 3/28/2023
Relative to recognizing April 2023 as “Sexual Assault Awareness Month”, “Child Abuse Prevention Month” and “National Crime Victims’ Rights Week” throughout the month of April; and commending the Guam Coalition Against Sexual Assault & Family Violence and the numerous community advocates, organizations and government agencies in their efforts to raise public awareness.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Joanne Brown / Telo T. Taitague / Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / Thomas J. Fisher / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / Amanda L. Shelton / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / William A. Parkinson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Roy A.B. Quinata / Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 3/30/2023
Relative to recognizing the Iloilo International of Guam on the induction of its new officers and Board of Directors for 2022-2024, and for its continued contributions, commitment in promoting the Ilongo spirit and culture, and its meritorious humanitarian services to the people of Guam and the Province of Iloilo, Philippines; and congratulating them on the occasion of its Fifteenth (15th) Year Anniversary.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 3/29/2023
Relative to supporting the growth of CHamoru Language Medium education and instruction in Guam, by strengthening CHamoru language medium teacher training, curriculum development and assessment in our schools, and community and leadership commitment, engagement, and collaboration in our community.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Roy A.B. Quinata / Chris Barnett / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / Therese M. Terlaje / William A. Parkinson / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Sabina Flores Perez / Frank Blas, Jr. / Jesse A. Lujan / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 3/29/2023
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Special Olympics Guam (SOGU) on its Forty-Seventh (47th) Year Anniversary, and expressing gratitude to the organization for advocating for the needs and the potential of those with physical and developmental disabilities through having the “Special Olympics Games,” and promoting awareness, sportsmanship, and camaraderie on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Thomas J. Fisher / Frank Blas, Jr. / Jesse A. Lujan / Joanne Brown / Telo T. Taitague / Chris Barnett / Christopher M. Dueñas - ADOPTED: 3/30/2023
RELATIVE TO THE 37TH GUAM LEGISLATURE’S STANDING RULE 11.10, TO ESTABLISH A SPECIAL INVESTIGATING COMMITTEE TO INVESTIGATE A POTENTIAL ATTEMPT TO CORRUPTLY AND CRIMINALLY INFLUENCE THE LEGISLATIVE DEBATE OF I LIHESLATURAN GUÅHAN TAKING PLACE ON OR ABOUT MARCH 21, 2023.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett / Christopher M. Dueñas - ADOPTED: 3/29/2023
Relative to recognizing Elijah Luis Leon Guerrero Reyes for his contributions to the musical community of Guam; and to further commending him for his dedication to promoting and sustaining local Chamoru music throughout the Mariana islands.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/23/2023
Relative to recognizing Ms. Lynette O. Muna on the occasion of her retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending her for Twenty-Nine (29) years of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Jesse A. Lujan / Roy A.B. Quinata / Telo T. Taitague / Amanda L. Shelton / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Chris Barnett / William A. Parkinson / Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 3/28/2023
Relative to honoring and commending the members of the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 668 to our island and for their sacrifice and noble traditions in keeping their proud military service.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/22/2023
Relative to recognizing Consul-General Kobayashi Toshiaki for strengthening relationships within our island community; and further commending him for his service to the Japanese community and people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 3/22/2023
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Dionita P. Quintanilla on the occasion of her retirement after forty (40) years of outstanding service with the Government of Guam; and to commending her for her dedication to providing patient care while serving at the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority (GMHA).
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Roy A.B. Quinata - ADOPTED 3/21/2023
Relative to congratulating Fonei Achocho Sensu Athletic Organization (FASO) on their first Chuukese Youth Rally and further recognizing them for their service to the Chuukese community and promotion of a healthy lifestyle on the island of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Roy A.B. Quinata
Relative to recognizing the Guam System for Assistive Technology (GSAT) on the occasion of its Twenty-nineth (29th) Annual GSAT Assistive Technology Conference and Expo; and commending GSAT for its continued efforts in delivering vital service to individuals with disabilities and their families.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/20/2023
Relative to recognizing March 23, 2023 as “World Meteorological Day”; and to further express a heartfelt appreciation to the Weather Forecast Office for their commitment and outstanding service to the people of Guam and in the Marianas.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 3/17/2023
Relative to recognizing Patrick John Uytiepo Hilado for serving strengthening healthy relationships in our island community as Consulate General at the Philippine Consulate General in Guam; and to further bidding him farewell and commending him for 22 months of service to the Philippine community and people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Telo T. Taitague / Jesse A. Lujan / Therese M. Terlaje / Joanne Brown / Chris Barnett / Frank Blas, Jr. / Sabina Flores Perez / Thomas J. Fisher / Christopher M. Dueñas / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Joe S. San Agustin / Roy A.B. Quinata / William A. Parkinson / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/15/2023
Relative to recognizing the members of Chamorros Hands in Education Links Unity for their commitment to providing a platform for Chamorros throughout southern California and the region; and commending them for their efforts to gather and keep their connection to our heritage strong through carrying on our Chamorro culture and language, sharing with others our unique Chamorro traditions, telling the stories of I taotao tano and embodying the inafa’maolek spirit that is a hallmark of the Chamorro people.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton- ADOPTED: 3/17/2023
Relative to recognizing Mr. Paul E. Bamba on the occasion of his retirement from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority; and commending him for eighteen (18) years of service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Roy A.B. Quinata / Sabina Flores Perez / Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Christopher M. Dueñas / Chris Barnett / Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / William A. Parkinson / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 3/14/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month” during the month of March 2023; and commending the various groups and individuals for their advocacy and commitment to promoting awareness of developmental disabilities among our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 3/16/2023
RELATIVE TO AUTHORIZING THE LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL OR OTHER RETAINED COUNSEL, TO FILE AN AMICUS CURIAE BRIEF BEFORE THE SUPREME COURT OF GUAM AFFIRMING THE GUAM LEGISLATURE’S POSITION RELATIVE TO ITS AUTHORITY TO ENACT LEGISLATION.
Sponsor(s) - William A. Parkinson - ADOPTED: 3/14/2023
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Captain John Paul L. Aguon on the occasion of his retirement from the Guam Fire Department; and commending him for his outstanding service to the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - WITHDRAWN
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin - ADOPTED: 3/10/2023
Relative to recognizing Guam’s Certified Government Financial Managers (CGFM) of the Association of Government Accountants (AGA) on the observance of “CGFM Month” during the month of March 2023; and commending them for their commitment to excellent service in the financial management profession on Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/8/2023
Relative to recognizing Mr. Milton K. Morinaga for his service to the people of Guam as a Chairman and Director on the Guam Visitors Bureau Board of Directors, and commending him for his dedication and contributions to the island.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/7/2023
Relative to recognizing the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Guam Chapter 381 during the observance of “WIC Week” from March 5th through March 11th, 2023, and their eleventh (11th) Anniversary celebration; 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.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - WITHDRAWN
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 3/3/2023
Relative to recognizing and commending Mr. Manuel Untalan Fejeran for his thirty-four (34) years of outstanding service to the Government of Guam and his dedicated service to our nation in the United States Marine Corps; and congratulating him on his retirement from the Office of Attorney General.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 3/3/2023
Relative to recognizing the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Guam Chapter on the observance of “Social Work Month” during the month of March 2023 and on their annual conference with this year’s theme, Intergenerational Healing: Supporting Families Across the Lifespan; and commending the NASW Guam Chapter for their dedication and commitment to improving the lives of individuals and their families.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 3/3/2023
Relative to recognizing and commending the GotYourSix71 Non-Profit Organization for its service to the people of Guam and strengthening healthy relationships in our island community; and congratulating them as the recipient of the “2023 National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Guam Chapter Exemplary Service Provider Award.”
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 3/3/2023
Relative to recognizing and commending Attorney Julian J. Aguon for his service to the people of Guam and strengthening healthy relationships in our island community; and congratulating him as the recipient of the “2023 National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Guam Chapter Public Citizen Award.”
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 3/3/2023
Relative to recognizing and commending Ms. Angelina-Marie Cruz Lape for her service to the people of Guam and strengthening healthy relationships in our island community; and congratulating her as the recipient of the “2023 National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Guam Chapter Social Worker of the Year Award”.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 3/3/2023
Relative to recognizing and commending Ms. Talysa Quintara Kakas for her service to the people of Guam and strengthening healthy relationships in our island community; and congratulating her as the recipient of the “2023 National Association of Social Work (NASW) Guam Chapter Social Work Student of the Year Award”.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Therese M. Terlaje / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 3/8/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of Women’s History Month during the month of March 2023 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.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Chris Barnett / Amanda L. Shelton / Jesse A. Lujan / Christopher M. Dueñas / Telo T. Taitague / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Frank Blas Jr. / Roy A. B. Quinata / William A. Parkinson / Joanne Brown / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas - 3/3/2023
Relative to observing the month of March 2023 as Mes CHamoru; and celebrating Silibrasion Gupot CHamoru, i teman, “I Fino’ CHamoru: “Gi Minenhalom Taotao Tåno' gi Inabiban Hinemlo' yan Gråsia”; recognizing the commemoration of “Mother Language Day” on February 21, 2023, the commencement of the United Nations “International Decade of Indigenous Languages 2022-2032,” 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.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 2/28/2023
Relative to I Mina'trentai Siette Na Liheslaturan Guåhan (the 37th Guam Legislature) formally electing to remain with the Executive Branch with respect to the Government of Guam Group Health Insurance Program for Fiscal Year 2024.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - WITHDRAWN 4/10/2023
Relative to recognizing and congratulating The Guam Men’s Team, to open the event with a tournament high 830 series and bringing home the silver medal, from the Asian Intercity Bowling Championship.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules ADOPTED: 3/16/2023
Relative to adopting the budgetary allocations of I Mina′trentai Siette Na Liheslaturan Guåhan for Fiscal Year 2023
Sponsor(s) - Roy A. B. Quinata / Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / William A. Parkinson / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Jesse A. Lujan / Sabina Flores Perez / Frank Blas Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne Brown / Thomas J. Fisher / Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 4/10/2023
Relative to recognizing the Autism Community Together (ACT) for its efforts to promote autism awareness and provide support to families on the observance of “Autism Awareness Month” during the month of April 2023, with this year’s theme: “See Their True Colors – Support and Accept Autism”; and commending the members of ACT, and the families and caregivers of all persons with autism for their unconditional love and dedication to bettering the lives of their children, grandchildren, family members, and friends.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Roy A. B. Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / William A. Parkinson / Christopher M. Dueñas / Chris Barnett / Jesse A. Lujan / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 3/1/2023
Relative to the recognizing University of Guam students, alumni, faculty, staff, and administration for their many achievements throughout the University’s rich history during their Fifty-Fifth (55th) Charter Day Celebration; and congratulating the University on the celebration of its Seventy-First (71st) Anniversary; and further commending the UOG president, faculty, staff, students, alumni, administration, the Board of Regents, and the 2023 Charter Day Committee for their work in continuing to invest in and strengthen the institution for the benefit of our people, our island, region, and the world.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 4/19/2023
Relative to recognizing the Guam Racing Federation on the occasion of its Fortieth (40th) Annual Smokin’ Wheels Anniversary from April 21 through April 23, 2023; and commending the Guam International Raceway, APL (formerly called American President Lines, Ltd.), and Japan ATV Association for their continued dedication and sponsorship in hosting this event.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/1/2023
Relative to recognizing Duty Free Shopper (DFS) Guam LP for their work in uplifting and promoting local artists and businesses; and commending them for their efforts in promoting CHamoru culture on the occasion of Mes CHamoru.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/7/2023
Relative to recognizing Mae Rose Nauta for being the first female from Guam since 2012 earn a medal; and commending her for earning a bronze medal from the Asian Intercity Bowling Championship (AIBC) held in Penh, Cambodia from February 3rd through 10th, 2023.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 3/7/2023
Relative to recognizing Charlie “Mama Char” Catbagan for his exemplary performance and team commitment; and congratulating him on winning a Gold Medal in the Asian Intercity Bowling Championship (AIBC) held in Penh, Cambodia from February 3rd through 10th 2023.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Joe S. San Agustin / Frank Blas Jr. / Amanda L. Shelton / Therese M. Terlaje / Roy A. B. Quinata / William A. Parkinson / Telo T. Taitague / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan - ADOPTED: 3/30/2023
RELATIVE TO SUPPORTING THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA (TAIWAN)’S PARTICIPATION AS OBSERVER AT THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION’S 76TH WORLD HEALTH ASSEMBLY AND TO REAFFIRM SUPPORT FOR THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA (TAIWAN)’S PARTICIPATION AS OBSERVER IN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan / Frank Blas, Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Joanne Brown / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Roy A. B. Quinata / Sabina Flores Perez - ADOPTED: 10/31/23
Relative to requesting for the U.S. Congress to appropriate monies for Guam non-military residents who were exposed to Agent Orange and who are suffering from ailments caused by exposure to Agent Orange.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 2/22/2023
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Mae Fe D. Muyco on the occasion of her retirement from the Government of Guam; and commending her for over twenty-eight (28) years of outstanding service and dedication to humanity and social justice, and improving the lives of individuals and families throughout our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 2/27/2023
Relative to recognizing Anthony “Big Tone” Salas for his achievements in the sport of Powerlifting, and representation of the island of Guam; and commending him for his determination and contributions to our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 2/15/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of September 11, 2022, in honor of the victims of the attacks on the United States; and further commending the Rotary Club of Northern Guam for honoring the lives lost and promoting peace through our community.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Roy A. B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 2/16/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of "Engineers, Architects, and Land Surveyors Week" from February 19 to February 25, 2023, with this year's theme: “Creating the Future!”, and commending the Engineers, Architects, and Land Surveyors of Guam for their tremendous contributions to making a difference on Guam and improving the quality of life for all in our island community.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 2/10/2023
Relative to recognizing and commending the Quintanilla family on the occasion of the family reunion; and to further acknowledging their families for their commitment to their shared love for one another and the legacy they continue to pass on to younger generations.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 2/21/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of National Career and Technical Education (CTE) during the month of February; and commending the CTE community members and educators in their role that has helped in preparing students for careers and college.
Sponsor(s) - Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Amanda L. Shelton / Roy Anthony Benavente Quinata / William A. Parkinson / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Therese M. Terlaje / Chris Barnett / Sabina Flores Perez / Frank Blas, Jr. / Telo T. Taitague / Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Thomas J. Fisher - ADOPTED: 2/9/2023
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Honorable Jose “Pedo” Toves Terlaje, former Senator and former Mayor of Yo'ña for his dedication to our island and the people of Guam; and commemorating his legacy of service; and further expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Roy Anthony Benavente Quinata / William A. Parkinson / Joe S. San Agustin / Jesse A. Lujan / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Frank Blas, Jr. - ADOPTED: 3/30/2023
RELATIVE TO EXPRESSING THE SUPPORT OF H.R. 256, INTRODUCED IN THE UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, WHICH SEEKS TO EXTEND COVERAGE OF THE SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME (SSI) PROGRAM TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WHO RESIDE ON PUERTO RICO, THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS, GUAM, AND AMERICAN SAMOA.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Relative to recognizing Jose Ulloa Garrido for his contributions toward the protection, preservation, promotion, and perpetuation of CHamoru history, culture, language, art, and indigenous rights of the people of Guam; and for his commitment, dedication, and continued advocacy for the CHamoru people supporting Guam War Claims, the return of ancestral lands, and the political right of self-determination.
Sponsor(s) - Chris Barnett / Amanda L. Shelton / Telo T. Taitague / Christopher M. Dueñas / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Roy Anthony Benavente Quinata / Jesse A. Lujan / Joe S. San Agustin / Therese M. Terlaje / Joanne Brown / William A. Parkinson / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Sabina Flores Perez
Relative to recognizing the observance of 2023 National Catholic Schools Week during the week of January 29 to February 4, 2023, with the theme: “Catholic Schools: Faith. Excellence. Service.”; and commending the Guam Catholic Schools’ administration, faculty and staff, and the Office of Catholic Education of the Archdiocese of Agaña for their continued dedication and commitment to the students of Catholic schools on Guam as they celebrate the occasion.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / William A. Parkinson / Joe S. San Agustin / Telo T. Taitague / Frank Blas, Jr. / Roy Anthony Benavente Quinata / Amanda L. Shelton / Jesse A. Lujan / Joanne Brown / Christopher M. Dueñas / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Chris Barnett - ADOPTED: 1/27/2023
Relative to recognizing January 27, 2023, as National Downwinders Day of Remembrance, for all Americans who worked and lived downwind from nuclear testing sites and were adversely affected by radiation exposure and to commend the Pacific Association of Radiation Survivors for persevering in their support and advocacy for those afflicted with cancers on Guam and to include the people of Guam for RECA compensation.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton - ADOPTED: 1/27/2023
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 2023” from January 17 through January 21, 2023, and on the commemoration of its Forty-seventh (47th) Year Anniversary; and commending them for their continued commitment to providing superior service, enhancement of safety and security measures, and astounding reliability to the people of Guam, its visitors, its domestic and international partners, and the traveling public.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 1/27/2023
Relative to recognizing and commending David “Mataga” Lujan Sablan for his contributions as a visual artist, illustrator, ceramist, and wood carver for, among other work, depicting lina’la manaotaomo’na (the lifeways of CHamoru ancestors), thereby enlightening all the richness and beauty of ancestral CHamoru life, people, and accomplishments; the public display of which has deeply empowered the CHamoru people and played a notable role in the renaissance of CHamoru culture; and for further expressing Un Dångkolo Na Si Yu’os Ma’åse’ to him for his commitment to promoting knowledge and understanding of the legacy of i manaotaomo’na for the benefit of future generations.
Sponsor(s) - Christopher M. Dueñas / Joanne Brown / Thomas J. Fisher / Chris Barnett / Therese M. Terlaje / Joe S. San Agustin / Sabina F. Perez / Frank Blas Jr. / Jesse A. Lujan / Telo T. Taitague / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Roy A.B. Quinata - ADOPTED: 1/24/2023
Relative to recognizing the Guam Department of Education’s (GDOE) Curriculum and Instructional Quality and Development (CIQD) project for their accomplishments with the Initial Teacher Certification Assistance Program (ITCA); and commending the Division for their leadership and efforts through the recruitment and retention of highly qualified teachers.
Sponsor(s) - William A. Parkinson / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Telo T. Taitague - ADOPTED: 3/30/2023
Relative to requesting I Maga'hågan Guåhan to exercise her authority Public Law 110-229 to petition the United States Department of Homeland Security to expand the Guam Visa Waiver Program to include the country of the Philippines.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 1/20/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of “Stalking Awareness Month" and "National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month” during the month of January 2023; and commending the community advocates and individuals who support the victims of human trafficking and raising awareness about the issue of stalking and human trafficking.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to recognizing and congratulating Leonel C. Arcangel on the occasion of his retirement from the Department of Public Health and Social Services after thirty (30) years of outstanding public service to the Government of Guam; and further commending him for his dedication and contributions to the health and well-being of people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Committee On Rules - ADOPTED: 1/24/2023
Relative to formalizing and establishing the Guidelines that serve as a supplement to all of the requirements of I Mina′trentai Siette Na Liheslaturan Guåhan Otden Areklamento (the 37th Guam Legislature Standing Rules), pursuant to Section 7.01(a) of Rule VII – Processing of Resolutions; and Section 8.01(b) of Rule VIII – Processing of Certificates.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 1/19/2023
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Sister Evelyn Josepha Pereira Muña, for her dedication and service to the Sisters of Mercy Association; and further expressing condolences to her family on her passing, on the behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Committee on Rules - ADOPTED: 1/12/2023
Relative to designating and authorizing signatories for checks, withdrawals, and fund transfers for all the bank accounts of I Minaʹtrentai Siette Na Liheslaturan Guåhan (the 37th Guam Legislature).
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Roy Anthony Benavente Quinata / Therese M. Terlaje / Christopher M. Dueñas / William A. Parkinson / Jesse A. Lujan / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas / Thomas J. Fisher / Chris Barnett / Sabina Flores Perez / Telo T. Taitague / Frank Blas, Jr. / Joanne Brown - ADOPTED: 1/12/2023
Relative to recognizing the observance of the twenty-eighth (28th) year anniversary of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service celebration on January 16, 2023; and commending the Serve Guam Commission, AmeriCorps, and the various groups and individuals on Guam for their continued commitment and dedication to community service.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 1/13/2023
Relative to recognizing the Filipino Ladies Association of Guam (FLAG) on the occasion of their 61st Anniversary and installation of new Executive Officers, Board of Directors and Board of Trustees; to commending the outgoing 2022 Executive Officers, Board of Directors, and Board of Trustees for their service; and to further congratulating their organization for unifying Filipino women, promoting Filipino culture through fostering friendships and serving the people in Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Telo T. Taitague / Therese M. Terlaje / Sabina Flores Perez / Roy Anthony Benavente Quinata / Joe S. San Agustin / Christopher M. Dueñas / Amanda L. Shelton / Frank Blas, Jr. / William A. Parkinson / Joanne Brown / Jesse A. Lujan / Thomas J. Fisher / Chris Barnett / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Dwayne T. D. San Nicolas - ADOPTED: 1/19/2023
Relative to posthumously recognizing the late Jesus Salas Rivera for building futures with the people of Guam as a multisport head coach and youth center coordinator, and through his 40-year service as Chief Facilities Inspector for the U.S. Government; and, expressing condolences to his family on his passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje
Relative to posthumously recognizing and honoring †Concepcion Fejeran Garrido for her contribution and services to both the Parish Community of San Isidro Malojloj, and St. Joseph Church, Inalåhan, and to Gef Pa’go Inalåhan, and the Chamorro Cultural Village; and expressing condolences to her family on her passing, on behalf of the people of Guam.
Sponsor(s) - Amanda L. Shelton / Joe S. San Agustin / Tina Rose Muña Barnes / Telo T. Taitague / Therese M. Terlaje / Christopher M. Dueñas / Roy A.B. Quinata / William M. Parkinson / Jesse A. Lujan / Dwayne San Nicolas / Thomas J. Fisher / Chris Barnett / Sabina F. Perez / Frank Blas Jr. / Joanne Brown
Relative to posthumously recognizing Dr. Margaret Hattori-Uchima for her service to the people of Guam and commending her for her dedication and contributions to the island; and further expressing condolences to her family on her passing.
Sponsor(s) - Tina Rose Muña Barnes - ADOPTED: 1/17/2023
Relative to recognizing Soka Gakkai International on the grand opening of their new SGI Guam Ikeda Peace & Culture Center on January 21, 2023; congratulating the Soka Gakkai International on the occasion of its Forty-seventh (47th) Year Anniversary on January 26, 2023; and to further commending President Daisaku Ikeda and Mrs. Kaneko Ikeda for their continued dedication to promoting world peace.
Sponsor(s) - Jesse A. Lujan
RELATIVE TO RECOGNIZING URGING THE UNITED STATES SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND THE UNITED STATES SECRETARY OF DEFENSE TO AUTHORIZE A TEMPORARY TWENTY-FOUR (24) CONSECUTIVE MONTH JONES ACT WAIVER FOR GUAM
Sponsor(s) - Therese M. Terlaje - ADOPTED: 1/10/22
Relative to recognizing and commending Dr. Kirk Bellis, Medical Director and Psychiatrist for seventeen (17) years of service to the children of Guam through the Latte Treatment Center; and further commending him for dedicating thirty-five (35) years of service to the improvement of mental health and the quality of life of the people of Guam.