Guam lawmaker moves resolution urging federal funding for civilian defense facilities; motion advanced to third reading without objection

A member of the Guam Legislature introduced Resolution 7-38 calling on the federal government to fully fund construction and maintenance of civilian infrastructure, including air-raid shelters and other civilian defense facilities on Guam.

The author said Guam’s strategic location in the Indo-Pacific and its role in U.S. defense make the island vulnerable in the event of targeted attacks on runways and communications infrastructure. The author argued that, while there is no absolute protection against catastrophic attacks, Guam—"American citizens no less deserving of the protection than any other community within The United States"—should receive federal investment in civilian protections used by other U.S. allies.

The sponsor framed the resolution as the start of dialogue with federal partners: "This resolution is a message to Congress and the executive branch. It is a firm reminder that Guam must not be an afterthought," the author said. He urged fellow members to propose changes and present a united voice to Washington.

After the author’s remarks, the author moved to advance the resolution to third reading as amended by the author. The presiding officer asked if there were any objections; none were recorded and the motion was advanced to third reading by unanimous consent.

The transcript records the member’s opening remarks, the motion to advance the resolution to third reading, and the committee’s acceptance of that motion by unanimous consent; no floor debate opposing the motion or recorded roll-call vote was included in the provided transcript.