The Honorable Arnold I. Palacios is the 10th Governor of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, serving alongside Lieutenant Governor David M. Apatang since January 2023.
Pursuant to 1 CMC § 311, the following legal holidays are observed in the Commonwealth for the calendar year of 2025. Please note that schools and government offices are closed on these days. All department and activity heads must ensure that essential public services are not disrupted during these days.
Members of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) gathered in Saipan to exchange updates, research, and innovative strategies for coral reef conservation and management. During the USCRTF Business Meeting on November 14, attended by Guam Governor Lou Leon Guerrero, Governor Arnold Palacios made history by signing an executive order recognizing coral reefs as critical natural infrastructure. This groundbreaking move paves the way for their integration into the CNMI’s disaster preparedness, recovery, and mitigation plans.
‘All Clear’ for Saipan and Tinian Anticipated at 11:00am, Nov. 13
Lieutenant Governor David M. Apatang, together with Delbert T. Pua, Special Assistant for the Office of Youth Affairs, recently proclaimed October 2024 as Youth Empowerment Month. The proclamation was made in the presence of members of the Legislature, Cabinet officials, and community partners, all united in their commitment to improving the lives of our youth.
