The Saipan Chamber of Commerce yesterday expressed optimism that the concerns raised by its members in connection with the implementation of The Resident Workers Fair Compensation Act will be taken into consideration by the CNMI government.

Gov. Pedro P. Tenorio has created the Interagency Coordinating Advisory Group in yet another effort to boost the implementation of recommendations put forward by the Public Auditor's Office.

A Virginia-based interest group has defended the Northern Marianas from an attempt in the Congress to remove the tariff-free privilege on its garment products, saying the move is tantamount to economic sanctions against a U.S. territory.

Saying it is favorable to individuals with disabilities, the Governor's Developmental Disabilities Council yesterday threw support behind a proposed legislation that will seek modification in the quarantine requirement for animals properly vaccinated.