Micronesians face language and cultural barriers when seeking medical care, and are far less likely to have insurance coverage.

The Department of Transportation opposes the measure, saying it could render all Hawaii driver’s licenses useless for flying.

The economic prospects of most COFA nations are limited. But their military importance to the U.S. is growing.

Author Jon Letman sat down with Mattlan Zackhras last year for a wide-ranging conversation on his vision and hope for the tiny island nation.