The 38th Guam Legislature held a special session on September 10, 2025, focusing on the urgent funding needs for Grama Memorial Hospital following a recent electrical fire. Key discussions centered around the estimated costs for repairs and necessary upgrades to prevent future incidents.

During the meeting, it was revealed that the immediate repair costs for the components damaged in the fire are approximately $26,000. This amount covers the replacement of the motor and the electrical panel that were affected. However, concerns were raised about the overall safety of the hospital's electrical systems. To ensure that similar incidents do not occur in the future, a much larger investment of $17 million is being proposed. This funding would address not only the damaged components but also the relocation of electrical panels and generators away from potential hazards, such as the nearby water reservoir.

The discussion highlighted the importance of thorough assessments following the fire. The Guam Fire Department (GFD) conducted a walkthrough of the affected areas, particularly focusing on the third and fourth floors where the fire occurred. Their findings, along with those from the hospital's facilities maintenance crew, underscored the need for significant upgrades to the hospital's infrastructure.

In addition to the fire-related discussions, the meeting touched on the hospital's capital improvement budget. A request for $29 million for capital improvements was submitted, but it was noted that no funding was allocated for fiscal year 2025.

The session concluded with a clear emphasis on the critical need for funding to ensure the safety and reliability of Grama Memorial Hospital's electrical systems, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the facility in securing necessary financial support for improvements.