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Twentieth CNMI Youth Congress sworn in; members elect officers and adopt rules by voice vote
Summary
Eight senators were sworn in for the twentieth Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Youth Congress. The body adopted a credentials report and its standing rules, elected officers by acclamation and appointed committee chairs before adjourning.
Saipan — The twentieth Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) Youth Congress convened for an organizational session in the House chamber and swore in eight senators elect, adopted its standing rules and elected officers by acclamation, the body announced during the session.
Chief Justice Alexandra C. Castro administered the oath of office as the senators elect repeated the pledge, including the opening words: “I do solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution and laws of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.” After the roll call established a quorum of eight members, the newly organized body moved through committee appointments, the adoption of a credentials committee report and its official rules, and the selection of speaker and other officers.
The youth congress’ credentials committee reported that each senator elect met the…
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