HISTORY OF AMERICAN SAMOA

First power group American Samoa

Governor issued an emergency executive order on October 1, 1981, which established the American Samoa Power Authority (ASPA). The 1970s and 1980s experienced frequent power outages. Supply failed to meet demand. Appeals to resulted in an appropriation of $1.5 million. Governor Coleman and Congressman appealed to congressional committees for an emergency appropriation. In 1982, Congress approved $2. [pdf]