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The newly updated version of the Kosrae State Constitution

Nominations to fill inactive & vacant seats on the KIRMA Board of Directors

Dr. Tholman Alik to be the Director of Health Services for Kosrae State.

State Leadership Meeting Committee Assignments

A nomination for Mr. Chang B. William to be the Kosrae State Chief Justice

Three proposed bills to fund the 2023 Kosrae State Inauguration, Pediatric Mental Health Care Access Counselor position, and Kosrae PMO & IMF Projects.

A nomination for Mr. Osamu M. Nedlic to be the Director of Transportation & Infrastructure for Kosrae State.

A nomination for Mr. Lipar L. George to be the Director of the Department of Finance & Administration for Kosrae State.

A nomination for Mr. Rolner L. Joe to be the Director of the Department of Resources & Economic Affairs for Kosrae State.

Delegation of Authority on Mr. Likiak A. Melander to be the Acting Director of the Department of Transportation & Infrastructure.

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A transmittal on a proposed bill to fund a subcontract agreement between the REACH- Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii and Kosrae Department of Health Services.

A nomination for Mr. Tulensru E. Waguk to be the Director of the Department of Education for Kosrae State.

A nomination for Mr. Johnson Asher, Esquire to be the Attorney General for Kosrae State.

A transmittal on a proposed bill to amend S.L. No. 12-190 (Budget Law) to adjust Fiscal Year 2023 budget approved for the Special Education Program in the State of Kosrae.

A Proclamation for International Women's Day

A nomination for Mr. Arnold R. Moody to serve as a member of the Board of Directors for Kosrae Housing Authority. 

Nominations for Housing Authority Board of Directors

The Swearing-In of Director Lipar L. George & Director Osamu M. Nedlic

A re-nomination for Mr. Rinson J. Phillip to continue as the Kosrae State Chief of Police

Consenting to and confirming the nomination upon Mr. Wilson S. Taulung to serve as a member of the Kosrae Housing Authority Board of Directors

Delegation of Authority on Mr. Lugo Skilling as the Department of Education Acting Director

Kosrae Representative to the BPM Task Force by Presidential Order

No. 13-24

Consenting and confirming to the re-nomination of Mr. Rinson J. Phillip to serve as the Chief of Police for Kosrae State

DREA Piggery Rehab Project Invitation for Bids

A proposed bill to fund the Kosrae road maintenance and improvement project

A proposed bill to amend the lapse date on FY 2020 HPF SHPO

Swearing-In Ceremony Postponement

Reinstatement of Lease Payment by Liancheng Overease Fishery

A call for a Special Session

An nomination on Mr. Lyndon Cornelius to be the new Chief Justice for Kosrae State Court

A nomination on Mr. Steven L. George to be a member of the FSMPC Board of Directors

Delegation of Authority on Mr. Shiro S. Sigrah to be the Acting Director for the Department of Health Services

Micronesian Game Postponement

The approval of L.B. No. 13-02 as S.L. No, 13-01 by Governor Palik

The approval of L.B. No. 13-08 as S.L. No, 13-02 by Governor Palik

The approval of L.B. No. 13-15 as S.L. No, 13-03 by Governor Palik

The approval of L.B. No. 13-10 as S.L. No, 13-04 by Governor Palik

The approval of L.B. No. 13-18 as S.L. No, 13-05 by Governor Palik

The approval of L.B. No. 13-19 as S.L. No, 13-06 by Governor Palik

A nomination for KIRMA Board of Directors

A proposed bill to fund the Kosrae State Hospital Project

A proposed bill to fund APIL 2023

The approval of L.B. No. 13-05 as S.L. No, 13-07 by Governor Palik

The approval of L.B. No. 13-11 L.D. 1 as S.L. No, 13-08 by Governor Palik

A Letter of Appreciation to the 13 KSL for their prompt actions on the Governor's nominations for the Cabinet Members.

The proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024

The approval of L.B. No. 13-12 as S.L. No, 13-09 by Governor Palik

The approval of L.B. No. 13-07 as S.L. No, 13-10 by Governor Palik

The approval of L.B. No. 13-21 as S.L. No, 13-11 by Governor Palik

A proposed bill to amend S.L. No. 13-190

World Tuna Day 2023 Celebration

A nomination on Mr. Andy George to the FSMPC Board of Directors

Budget law amendment

Line item veto to L.B. No. 13-22 L.D. 1

L.B. No. 13-33 as State Law No. 13-14

A transmittal on a proposed bill to extend the lapse date of the SAPT COVID19 program one of the Federal Programs funded under the Federal Grants of the Kosrae State Treasury.

A transmittal on a proposed bill to extend the DREA Giant Clam Reseeding Expansion project previously granted for fiscal year 2022

L.B. No. 13-31 as State Law No. 13-17

Kosrae State Parole Board Nomination

A proposed bill to provide funding to support the State Protected Area Network/Blue Prosperity Micronesia Coordinator Position

Kosrae State Sports Council Nominations

Governor Palik's Call for a Special Session

Governor Palik's Approval of L.B. No. 13-43 as State Law No. 13-21

Governor Palik's veto to L.B. No. 13-42 L.D. 1 due to the financial outlook of the State Government.

Governor Palik's transmittal for the 13th KSL's review & appropriate actions on an appropriation bill for the implementation of a Memorandum of Agreement between the KIRMA on behalf of the state and the National Institute of the Biological Resources of the Ministry of Environment of the Republic of Korea

Governor Palik's transmittal for the 13th KSL's review & appropriate action on a proposed bill to amend Title 6 of the Kosrae State Code by amending Section 6.1203 thereof.

Governor Palik's veto to L.B. No. 13-09 due to the financial outlook of the State.

Governor Palik's transmittal for the 13th KSL's review and appropriate actions on a bill to fund the Joint Committee Meeting (JCM) scheduled to be held in Kosrae on August 14-15 of this year.

Ad Hoc Committee for Formula Distribution

State Consultations: FSM SDG 7 Roadmap and National Energy Policy Review

Governor Palik's Approval of L.B. No. 13-39 L.D. 1 as State Law No. 13-22

Governor Palik's transmittal for the 13thKSL's review & appropriate actions on 3 proposed bills

Governor Palik's Approval of L.B. No. 13-45 as State Law No. 13-23

Governor Palik's Approval of L.B. No. 13-22 L.D. 1 as State Law No. 13-24

Gospel Day to be observed as a Legal Holiday

Governor Palik's Recommendation for Mr. Rinehart William to be nominated as the new Kosrae State National Election Commissioner

Leadership Meeting (08/21/23)

Governor Palik's Transmittal on a revised FY 2024 budget request for the Project Management Office for legislature review and favorable consideration

Governor Palik's Approval of L.B. No. 13-48 as State Law No. 13-25

Governor Palik's Approval of L.B. No. 13-50 as State Law No. 13-26

Governor Palik's Approval of L.B. No. 13-52 as State Law No. 13-27

Governor Palik's Transmittal on a draft resolution for the legislature's favorable consideration and action regarding Kosrae State Government's overdraft facility of $200,000.00 with the Bank of the FSM

Governor Palik's transmittal for the 13th KSL's appropriate review and actions on a proposed bill to further amend State Law No. 12-190, to redirect the Broadcast Authority travel budget to compensate board meeting allowances

A transmittal on the Governor's veto action on L.B. No. 13-57.

A transmittal on the Governor's action on L.B. No. 13-64 L.D. 1 which has become State Law No. 13-33.

A transmittal on the Governor's veto action on L.B. No. 13-30.

A transmittal on the Governor's action on L.B. No. 13-60 which has become State Law No. 13-30.

A transmittal on the Governor's action on L.B. No. 13-03 which as become State Law No. 13-31.

A transmittal on the Governor's action on L.B. No. 13-54 which has become State Law No. 13-32.

A transmittal on the Governor's action on L.B. No. 13-54 which has become State Law No. 13-34.

A message from the Governor to the 13th KSL on L.B. No. 13-14 which will become State Law No. 13-35 because of the 30 Days Requirement without the Governor's signature.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting his action on L.B. 13-66 L.D. 2 which has become law as State Law No. 13-36 entitled: "To appropriate the sum of $4,500 from the Revenue Fund of the Kosrae State Treasury for the purpose of funding the 2023 Senior Citizens' Day Celebration." 

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip regarding Call For Special Session.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Moses and Honorable Members of the 23rd FSM Congress regarding Kosrae Senator - Elect Yoslyn G. Sigrah.

From Governor Palik to President Simina regarding Request for FY 2023 Grants Extension.

From Governor Palik to Chairman of IPIC regarding his nomination of Mr. Marston Luckymis to the IPIC.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting the FY 2024 Budget Bill (L.B. No. 13-27 L.D. 1) as amended for the Legislature's favorable consideration and final passage.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip nominating Mr. Alister Tolenoa to be a member of the KUA Board of Directors.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting his actions on L.B. No. 13-27 L.D. 2 which has become law as State Law No. 13-37.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting for the 13th Kosrae State Legislature's urgent review and appropriate action on a proposed bill to provide funding for the Governor's Office Renovation Project and Capacity Improvement.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting his VETO action on L.B. No. 13-37 L.D. 2.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip regarding his nomination upon Rev. Timothy Jackson to serve as a Board of Director for the Kosrae Port Authority.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting a proposed bill to increase the tenure of members of the Broadcast Authority to four (4) years, and for other purposes.

From Governor Palik to All Branch, Department, Office and Agency Heads regarding Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Call.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting his nomination replacement for Board of Director of Kosrae Port Authority upon Mr. Robert W. Sigrah.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting his nomination replacement for Board of Director of Kosrae Island Resources and Management Authority upon Mrs. Sepe D. Mongkeya.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting his nomination replacements and renewals for board members of the Kosrae Broadcast Authority.

From Governor Palik to Director Waguk regarding Education opportunities in the various U.S. Military Academies which will become available for the class of 2028 and onward.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip regarding Nominations for KUA Board upon Mr. Linson Waguk and Mr. Presley Charley.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting a proposed bill creating a new division under the Department of Education to oversee and focus on services needed by Kosraean students aspiring to further postsecondary and graduate education in colleges in the FSM and abroad.

From Governor Palik to All Departments & Agency Heads regarding FY2025 Budget Review.

From Governor Palik to All Departments & Agencies regarding November Holidays.

From Governor Palik to Speaker regarding Call for Special Session.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting 2 proposed bills to appropriate $12,000.00 to subsidize the operation of the Utwe Water System and to create an Administrator position under the Price Control Commission.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting a proposed bill to fund the College of Micronesia Kosrae Campus Security Office Renovation and Student Activities.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting his actions on L.B. No. 13-37 L.D. 2 which has become law as State Law No. 13-40 entitled: "To amend Section 18.604 of Title 18 of the Kosrae State Code by modifying the salary schedule of Kosrae State Government Public Service employees to include a forty-five percent (45%) salary increase to its amounts and to award the same to all other state government employees; and for other purposes.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting his nomination upon Mr. Edmond H. Salik for Chief Justice of the Kosrae State Court.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting a proposed bill to amend State Law No. 13-27.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting his actions on L.B. No. 13-70 which has become law as State Law No. 13-39 entitled: "To appropriate the sum of $61,000.00 from the Foreign Assistance Fund of the Kosrae State Treasury for the purpose of funding the renovation and capacity improvements of Kosrae State Governor's Office; and for other purposes."

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip regarding his State of the State Message which is to be held on December 15th, 2023.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting a proposed bill to provide funding for the HPF project in the State.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting his actions on L.B. No. 13-06 which ahs become law as State Law No. 13-41 entitle: "To appropriate the sum of $634,501.00 from the Amended Compact Fund of the Kosrae State Treasury for the purpose of funding the Kosrae - PMO and the IMF Project in the State; and for other purposes."

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting a proposed bill to provide second payment for the settlement agreement between Vixon Jesse and the Kosrae State Government.

From Governor Palik to Speaker Phillip transmitting a proposed bill to amend S.L. No. 13-37 (FY2024 Budget Law). 

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