Deep-Sea Minerals: American Samoa launched deepseainfo.as.gov to explain proposed offshore deep-sea minerals, with weekly updates, interactive learning, and clear notes on risks, cultural concerns, and the regulatory process. Local Voice in Federal Decisions: Gov. Pulaali‘i Nikolao Pula urged American Samoans to stay involved in federal deep-sea mining choices, saying decisions shouldn’t be made without the territory’s informed input. Seaports & Shipping: The Port Administration of American Samoa finalized an execution plan for the American Samoa Seaports Master Plan, using an 8-task framework to assess facilities, forecast cargo demand, and position projects for federal funding. Fishing Safeguards: Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata welcomed House passage of a Senate companion bill to strengthen science-based U.S. fishing protections against IUU tuna and seafood fraud. Deep-Sea Mining Lawsuit: A Honolulu federal judge refused to delay Earthjustice’s challenge to whether the American Samoa lease sale process broke federal law, keeping an Oct. 30 hearing on track. AI Regulation Push: A bipartisan coalition of 26 state attorneys general, led by Oregon AG Dan Rayfield, urged Congress to set national AI safety rules—echoing similar calls from other AGs. Workplace Rights: A federal watchdog sued Las Vegas call-center operators over disability discrimination and retaliation claims. Climate Pressure: Pacific leaders highlighted climate threats at the UN General Assembly, stressing sea-level rise as a present reality for small island states.