US Territories’ April 11-17, 2022 news week in tweets

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Child Tax Credit expansion to Puerto Rican citizens promoted

More than 500 thousand children will benefit from the expansion of the Child Tax Credit. 

US Virgin Islands wins gold 

Michelle Smith from the US Virgin Islands won gold in the U-17 400m hurdles with a time of 58.61 seconds.

The Bryan-Roach Administration passes 34 bills into law

The US Virgin Islands’ current administration utilized its power to pass a number of bills into law. 

American Samoa performers continue to see success in the American Song Contest

American Samoa performers make a big name for themselves in one of America’s largest talent shows, the American Song Contest. 

San Nicolas announces run for Guam governor 

Delegate Michael San Nicholas (D) officially announced his campaign for governor. He would face incumbent Governor Lou Leon Guerrero (D) in the August Democratic primary.

Typhoon Malakas passes through the Northern Mariana Islands

Typhoon Malakas passed through the Northern Mariana Islands, bringing rainfall and high winds.