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2025 Legal Holidays

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.

Strengthening Coral Conservation at 49th USCRTF Meeting

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.

Tropical Storm Upgraded to Condition II for Saipan, Tinian, and Rota

(CNMI Office of the Governor) – As of 5:00 pm, November 12, 2024, Governor Arnold I. Palacios, in consultation with the CNMI Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) and the National Weather Service – Guam (NWS Guam), has declared Tropical Storm Condition II for Saipan, Tinian, and Rota.

Recognizing Pioneers in Humanities at the Governor’s Humanities Awards

In recognition of their exceptional impact on the humanities in the CNMI, six remarkable individuals were honored at the annual Governor’s Humanities Awards. The celebration, hosted by the Northern Marianas Humanities Council, brought together Governor Arnold I. Palacios, the Humanities Board of Directors, and Executive Director Leo Pangelinan to acknowledge these inspiring contributions.

Empowering the Youth, Shaping the Future

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.

Celebrating Fire Prevention Week

Governor Arnold I. Palacios and Lt. Governor David M. Apatang officially proclaimed the week of October 6–12, 2024, as Fire Prevention Week. The event was attended by Commissioner of the Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services (DFEMS) Juan A. Pua, representatives from the American Red Cross – NMI Chapter, members of the Commonwealth Cancer Association, and local firefighters.

Celebrating Humanities in the Commonwealth

Governor Arnold I. Palacios and Lt. Governor David M. Apatang, in partnership with the Northern Marianas Humanities Council, proudly proclaimed October 2024 as Humanities Month in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

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Empowering the Youth, Shaping the Future

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.

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