Documents & Resources
This page provides official documents, reports, meeting records, and public policy materials associated with the American Samoa Fisheries Task Force.
Establishment and Governance
Executive Order No. 003-26
The Executive Order establishes the Task Force as an advisory body to the Governor and defines its purpose, authority, membership structure, responsibilities, and administrative support.
Download Executive OrderGeneral Memorandum No. 116-26
This memorandum identifies the members appointed to serve on the re-established Fisheries Task Force.
Download General MemorandumReports and Strategic Documents
Initial Fisheries Strategic Framework
The Task Force is developing an initial strategic framework identifying priority fisheries issues, recommended actions, responsible parties, and areas requiring continued work.
Status: In DevelopmentMeeting Records
Fisheries Task Force Meeting #1
Public report from the first meeting of the re-established Fisheries Task Force.
Download Meeting ReportNewsletters and Publications
American Samoa Fisheries Outlook — Issue #3
Newsletter covering the Council's 207th meeting in Pago Pago, Rose Atoll and Manuʻa, American Samoa's tuna priorities at the Wellington fisheries meetings, a feature on the Fisheries Task Force, DMWR's new point-based system for small-boat fishermen, and the 3rd Pago Pago Open Fishing Tournament.
Download Newsletter (PDF)Scholarship Opportunities
U.S. Pacific Territories Fishery Capacity-Building Scholarship
Scholarship information and application for eligible undergraduate and graduate students with strong ties to American Samoa pursuing studies connected to fisheries and marine resources.
Download Scholarship Information & ApplicationDMWR–ASCC Marine and Fisheries Scholarship Program
Application form for the DMWR–ASCC scholarship supporting students enrolled in, or entering, the ASCC Marine Science degree program.
Download Application FormLetters and Policy Positions
Official Task Force letters, recommendations, legislative positions, and federal policy correspondence approved for public release will be posted in this section.