Public Health & Safety Funding: U.S. DOJ announced American Samoa received three grants totaling $803,015 to boost public safety, expand behavioral health services, and support juvenile justice. Emergency Response & Fire Safety: The Fagatogo Fire Station is still only partially operational after a Health Department closure over unsafe, unsanitary conditions—yet a small crew continues responding, including to recent village fires. Animal Health: Free spay-and-neuter clinics ran this week, with 56 surgeries completed; clinics continue across villages through July 18, with owners urged to arrive by 10 a.m. Coral Reef Protection: New USGS research in Faga’alu Bay found wave energy, not just land runoff, drives when and where sediment builds up on coral reefs. Deep-Sea Mining Watch: A draft U.S. notice moves toward leasing an outer continental shelf mining concession near American Samoa, drawing sharp criticism from scientists and ocean groups. Violence & Community Well-Being: Multiple court cases this week include alleged assaults on elders and children, underscoring ongoing domestic and community safety concerns. Mosquito-Borne Disease Reminder (Region): Hawaii reported a new travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu and urged residents to eliminate standing water to reduce mosquito breeding. Disaster Recovery: Red Cross support continues for 400+ Rota families affected by Typhoon Bavi, including shelter support and essential supplies. Legislation & Daily Life: The U.S. House passed the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent, though Senate approval is uncertain; American Samoa is listed among places that don’t observe DST.