Press Releases
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata took part in relevant hearings and once again strongly emphasized to administration officials the facts about American Samoa’s local economy and the fishing issue, and the importance of the OIA role. She welcomed new OIA Director John Brewer with a meeting in her DC congressional office, having first met him last month at Flag Day celebrations in American Samoa.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting the past week’s efforts in the Veterans and Foreign Affairs Committees, including announcement of a successful policy improvement with the Coast Guard.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is honoring Memorial Day 2023.
“I join all Americans and American Samoans in remembering all of the brave US servicemembers that gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our values,” said Aumua Amata.
Washington, D.C. –Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amataappreciates U.S. government efforts in continued conversations with Japan on behalf of U.S. Navy Lt. Ridge Alkonis, and is urging persistence in these efforts so that Lt. Alkonis can be returned to the United States.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting the rest of the past week’s congressional activity and committee work.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is welcoming the announcement of a $3,252,225 federal grant for the American Samoa Department of Public Health’s health centers. The grant was awarded by the US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) through its Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA).
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is honoring all who serve from American Samoa this National Armed Forces Day, this Saturday, May 20, and National Military Appreciation Month.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata emphasized fishing once again Friday before a DC audience and other Members of Congress. She serves as a Vice Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus, which celebrated reaching 100 Members (now 101 Members) in a press event on U.S.
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is wishing all the mothers in American Samoa a happy Mother’s Day.
“On this Mother’s Day, thank you for all you have done for your children!” said Congresswoman Amata. “For all of us, Mother’s Day is a wonderful time to say a special thank you to our mothers, send a message of love to her, or hold her memory close. Our moms forever hold a special place in our hearts.”