Despite the Governor’s opposition, Sen. Will Parkinson's bill to legalize suppressors, or “silencers,” cleared in a 10–5 override vote. 

He says they're about hearing protection. Critics say they pose a safety risk.

Mandatory trash pickup is also back on the table. 

Senators passed a bill requiring households without private service to enroll with GSWA. The move could lower rates and offer subsidies for low-income families.

To tackle the housing crunch, a new bill creates Emergency Business Licenses for people who want to rent out homes, apartments, or condos. It would be fast-tracked, but still require inspections.

Another hotly debated bill now requires proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote, a move lawmakers say brings Guam in line with federal standards.

And say "Hafa Adai" to a name change: The village of Asan is now officially “Assan-Ma’ina,” in CHamoru.

From election reform to early childhood education, teacher leave, and veterans' services, more than two dozen bills cleared this session.

Lawmakers reconvene Aug. 8 to take on the fiscal year 2026 budget.