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Customs and biosecurity ask for overtime funds and describe local inspections, K‑9 support and invasive species response
Summary
Customs and biosecurity officials requested overtime funding to cover enforcement and after‑hours inspections, described cooperation with Saipan for canine handlers and said they send contaminated vessels back for treatment when invasive species are detected.
Customs and biosecurity representatives told the House Ways and Means committee they seek additional overtime funds to cover enforcement, after‑hours inspections and special operations, and described operational arrangements for K‑9 support and invasive‑species responses.
Director Marissa Mendiola (resident director, Department of Finance, presenting divisions) and customs/biosecurity staff explained the $20,000 overtime request is…
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