Amata Thanks Town Hall Attendees
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is thanking those who attended her town hall meeting Tuesday in Tualauta district.Congresswoman Amata speaking at Town Hall
“We had such a great crowd turn out, and the room was filled,” said Congresswoman Amata. “I’m always pleased to see a good representation of our people, from youth to seniors, so thank you to everyone who took part. I plan to hold more town hall meetings in the coming months.”
July 2023 Town Hall
Attending were High Chief Leomiti Faitamai and High Talking Chief Poloai Pania Poloai, as the gathering was held at High Chief Leomiti’s guest house in Pavaiai. A town hall meeting like this is both a listening session, and often an opportunity to give an update about events, legislation or discussions in Washington.
Congresswoman Amata speaking at Town Hall
“Currently, work is underway on the National Defense Authorization Act with a proposed pay increase for our U.S. Armed Forces,” Amata said. “I will be in Washington working on American Samoa’s place in the next year’s round of appropriations and legislation for infrastructure, healthcare, education, veterans, and our military families.”
Typically, a wide range of topics will be discussed at a town hall, including questions this time regarding Nonimmigrant Visas, US Citizenship, Congressional nominations to U.S. Service Academies for students, and other topics.
“I want to express your priorities in Washington, so these meetings are a great time to bring up the topics that are on your minds,” Amata concluded. “Throughout the year, if you have questions, my staff will often know the answer, or can provide it, so reach out to our office in Fagatogo with these kinds of needs.”
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