Disaster Finance: The SBA has approved more than $30 million in federal disaster loans for CNMI businesses, nonprofits, homeowners and renters hit by Super Typhoon Sinlaku, with the EIDL program still open for economic injury losses. Legislative Funding: CNMI Senate passed a compromise package for Sinlaku relief and tourism recovery, including $300,000 from CEDA dividends for Tinian and Rota response and $960,235.74 in tobacco settlement funds for the Marianas Visitors Authority. Power & Energy: CUC is targeting Dec. 2027 for a major Saipan/Tinian/Rota solar-plus-storage project, while Tinian’s damaged power plant decision remains under review; separately, Guam’s PUC approved a fuel surcharge jump that raises average residential bills by about $58 starting July 1. Tourism & Jobs: MVA deputy managing director Judy Torres received a PATA Award of Merit, and CNMI’s public school system launched a Nurse Assistant Summer Program to build local healthcare credentials. Recovery Oversight: Saipan Mayor RB Camacho renewed complaints to FEMA over leaks and workmanship gaps in temporary roofing installed after Sinlaku. Regional Security: USPACOM commander Adm. Samuel Paparo visited Guam and Tinian, including STRONG Roof disaster-relief operations. Trade & Ports: Port Authority of Guam secured a clean FY2025 audit but is pursuing a phased 17% tariff increase to offset margin pressure. Workforce Fraud: A Saipan businessman was sentenced to 12 months home detention for visa fraud tied to the CW-1 transitional worker program.