Military
Pago Pago – Tuesday, Congresswoman Aumua Amata highlighted the birthday of the United States Navy, established on 13 October of 1775, and congratulated all those serving in the Navy and Navy Veterans.
This year, on January 1, 2020, the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019, which Amata cosponsored, went into effect as Public Law 116-23 after it was signed by the President during this Congress on June 25, 2019. These Veterans are now entitled to a presumption of service connection for illnesses related to Agent Orange exposure.
Washington, D.C. – Friday, Congresswoman Aumua Amata congratulated Lotoaoalii Joseph Toloa'i Ho Ching II upon his appointment as Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army (CASA).
"This is a prestigious appointment and an important responsibility," said Aumua Amata. "Congratulations to Lotoaoalii upon taking on these duties in service to the country. American Samoa is always proud of our own as they achieve life and career milestones like this exceptional opportunity. His knowledge of this region of the world will benefit U.S. Army leadership."
Washington, D.C. – Friday, Congresswoman Aumua Amata recognized Purple Heart Day 2020 and honored American Samoa's Purple Heart Veterans.
Washington, D.C. – Tuesday, Congresswoman Aumua Amata highlighted the birthday of the United States Coast Guard, established on August 4, 1790.
Washington, D.C. – Tuesday, Congresswoman Aumua Amata highlighted the birthday of the United States Coast Guard, established on August 4, 1790.
Washington, D.C. – Thursday, Congresswoman Aumua Amata highlighted provisions in the Defense legislation passed by the House this week, including a measure she cosponsored, a welcome increase in pay for the Armed Forces, and a commitment to the Pacific region.
"I'm pleased to see momentum in both the House and Senate for a pay raise for those serving our country," said Aumua Amata. "This bill also reflects the importance of the U.S. commitment to the Pacific region."
Washington, D.C. – Thursday, Congresswoman Aumua Amata is honoring the 245th anniversary of the Army, in advance of June 14th, which marks the founding of the Army in 1775. June 14th also commemorates the nation's adoption of the U.S. flag in 1777. She released the following statement:
Laumua i Uosigitone – Aso Tofi, Ua aloaia e le Tamaitaikonekeresi ia Aumua Amata le atoaga o le 245 tausaga o le Ami, a o le i aulia Iuni 14, lea e faailoga ai le faavaeina o le Ami i le 1775. O Iuni 14 foi e faamanatu ai le talia e le malo aoao o le tagavai a le Iunaite Setete i le 1777. O le saunoaga lea a le tamaitai:
Washington, D.C. – Thursday, Congresswoman Aumua Amata released the following message for this Memorial Day:
Washington, D.C. – Friday, Congresswoman Aumua Amata is recognizing National Armed Forces Day (May 16) and National Military Appreciation Month (May):