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Amata Highlights Conservation Efforts in Celebrating Earth Day, National Park Week, and Arbor Day

April 22, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is celebrating Earth Day (Monday), National Park Week, and Arbor Day (Friday), along with highlighting current conservation efforts in the Natural Resources Committee.

Issues:Environment

Amata’s Statement Celebrating Flag Day 2024

April 16, 2024

Press Release

Washington, D.C. –Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement in celebration of Flag Day:

Issues:Culture

Amata’s Statement on U.S./Japan/Philippines Summit

April 15, 2024

Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement in response to the U.S./Japan/Philippines Summit. “I’m encouraged by the efforts of the U.S./Japan/Philippines Summit, because U.S. commitment to the Pacific region is of utmost importance. The Pacific Islands take note of U.S. and allied involvement for the stability of the region. Japan is a longtime economic strong point in the Indo-Pacific and a key ally in a defensive role.

Issues:Foreign Affairs

Congresswoman Amata pictured with Congressman Tom Cole now Chairman of the Appropriations Committee

Amata Welcomes Appropriations Chairman Tom Cole

April 11, 2024

Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is welcoming this week’s Steering Committee and Conference votes making Congressman Tom Cole of Oklahoma the Chairman of the Appropriations Committee, tasked with next year’s appropriations.

Issues:Congress

Amata speaking on House floor for passage of her South Pacific Tuna Treaty Act

House Passes Amata’s South Pacific Tuna Treaty Act

April 10, 2024

Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is welcoming bipartisan passage by the U.S. House of Representatives of a bill she led as sponsor, with Congressman Ed Case (D-HI) as the original cosponsor, the South Pacific Tuna Treaty Act, H.R. 1792.

Issues:Fisheries

Amata Leading the Pledge of Allegiance in the House of Representatives

Amata Congratulates National Champion Women’s Basketball Team with Standout Player of Samoan Heritage

April 10, 2024

Press Release

Leads Colleagues in Pledge of Allegiance on House Floor Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata on Tuesday led her colleagues in the Pledge of Allegiance before House business. “Leading the Pledge of Allegiance is a reminder of the responsibility of serving, and I’m humbled to have this opportunity on behalf of American Samoa,” said Congresswoman Aumua Amata.

Issues:Congress

House Passes Amata-Cosponsored EXPLORE Act

April 10, 2024

Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is an original cosponsor of the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act, H.R. 6492, which the House passed Tuesday in a bipartisan vote. This comprehensive bill was introduced by Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) with Ranking Member Raúl Grijalva (D-Ariz.) to improve access and transform outdoor recreation opportunities on America’s public lands.

Issues:Congress

Amata’s Statement for Easter

March 28, 2024

Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement in celebration of Easter: “Have a blessed Easter Sunday as we conclude this Holy Week together. Thank you especially to every pastor and congregation in American Samoa as we worship God in unity. As Christians, all over the world, this Sunday is our most cherished expression of faith in the risen Savior.

Issues:Culture

Congresswoman Amata and Speaker Mike Johnson in the House of Representatives crop

Talia e Amata Feagaiga Folafola e Mausali ai Tupe Atofaina

March 27, 2024

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Talia e Amata Feagaiga Folafola e Mausali ai Tupe Atofaina Laumua i Uosigitone –Na faaalia le agaga faafetai o le afioga i le Faipule Tamaitai ia Uifaatali Amata e tusa ma le folafolaga o lenei vaiasosa o se feagaiga e faauma a’i faataamilosaga lua o tulafono tau faaulu o tupe atofaina mo le tausaga faaletupe.

Issues:Congress

Congresswoman Amata with PASIFICA leaders

Amata Meets With PACIFICA Women Leaders

March 27, 2024

Press Release

Highlights Educational 2023 Wellbeing Report Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata recently met with the PACIFICA women leaders, who presented Amata with their Wellbeing Report published recently at the close of 2023, which highlights the voices of Pacific women and girls in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Issues:Foreign Affairs

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