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Thank you Peace Officers
May 8, 2026
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is honoring American Samoa’s law enforcement officers in recognition of National Police Week (May 10-16), and National Peace Officers Memorial Day (May 15th yearly). “Thank you to our law enforcement officers for their dedication and service. National Police Week is a good reminder that we depend on law enforcement to respond in time of need and provide safeguards to the community,

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Missing my mother on Mother’s Day and everyday, Nora Kawailiula, the kindest, sweetest, most gracious lady2
May 7, 2026
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement in celebration of Mother’s Day: “Thank you to each of our mothers, whether here in our islands or our close-knit Samoan communities in the United States. Your children love and appreciate you – often much more than their ability to ever fully express to you! The good Lord watches over all the effort and care you put into the lives of your children, and hears your prayers for them.
Issues:Culture

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Congresswoman Amata with 2026 Closeup Students
May 6, 2026
ashington, DC – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata, along with her staff in the Washington office, was delighted to host American Samoa’s Close Up student delegation on Wednesday for a luncheon at the congressional office, and guided tour of the U.S. Capitol. Congresswoman Amata with 2026 Close-up Students See more photos here “Thank you to our students, who are happy, respectful, and enjoyable to have in the office.
Issues:Education

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nurses day
May 5, 2026

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is sending appreciation to American Samoa’s nurses in celebration of National Nurses Week (May 6-12), which begins with National Nurses Day (May 6) in the U.S., followed by National School Nurse Day, National Student Nurses Day (May 8), and the week is bookended by International Nurses Day (May 12). 

Issues:Healthcare

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Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement in honor and observance of the 75th National Day of Prayer:  “The National Day of Prayer is a meaningful continuous 75-year tradition, with instances of proclaimed days of prayer before that. This year’s theme is Glorify God Among the Nations - Seeking Him in All Generations, which is based on I Chronicles 16:24. This verse states, ‘Declare His glory among the nations, His wonders among all peoples.’                          
May 4, 2026
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement in honor and observance of the 75th National Day of Prayer: “The National Day of Prayer is a meaningful continuous 75-year tradition, with instances of proclaimed days of prayer before that. This year’s theme is Glorify God Among the Nations - Seeking Him in All Generations, which is based on I Chronicles 16:24. This verse states, ‘Declare His glory among the nations, His wonders among all peoples.’                            
Issues:Culture

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Congresswoman Amata with 2025 Teacher of the Year Mikaela Saelua and her parents Rep Fiu and Catherine Saelua (002)
May 4, 2026
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is thanking teachers at the start of Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4-8, and released the following statement. “Thank you so much to all our dedicated teachers. I am usually able to attend most of our graduations, and I’m always so appreciative of everyone that makes those joyful days possible for our students and parents each year. Many of us can look to back to an excellent teacher
Issues:Education

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Congresswoman Amata and DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin (file photo)2
April 30, 2026

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is welcoming House passage of the Senate-passed Department of Homeland Security funding bill, because it ends the 75-day partial government shutdown, and sends the bill with bipartisan support to President Trump’s desk to be signed into law, which ensures the next payday for thousands of DHS employees. 

Issues:Congress

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Johnson Ailia with chaperones at Amata's office
April 30, 2026

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is congratulating American Samoa’s national competitor in the Poetry Out Loud student program, held in the nation’s capital this week. Mr. Johnson Ailima, a senior at Fa'asao Marist High School, American Samoa’s Poetry Out Loud champion, represented the territory in Washington, D.C., and had a full slate of related activities in the Capitol.

Issues:Education

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King Charles speaking to the Joint Session - House photographer
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King Charles speaking to the Joint Session - House photographer

April 28, 2026

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting Tuesday’s speech by King Charles III of the United Kingdom to a Joint Session of Congress, held in the House of Representatives chamber. The event is historic, as the only other English monarch to speak to a Joint Session in the U.S. was in 1991 when Queen Elizabeth II gave an address during the administration of President George H.W. Bush. 


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Group Photo at Matafao Elementary
April 27, 2026
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is praising the 7th Grade class of students at Matafao Elementary School and their teachers after her visit to the school last week. “I was so impressed by these students, and their excellent questions about government, and I know they are a result of the good work of their teachers,” said Congresswoman Aumua Amata. “My message to them is to keep learning and keep asking those good questions. I’m always so optimistic about our future whenever I speak with our young people.
Issues:Education