Governor David M. Apatang has authorized administrative leave for non-essential employees of the Commonwealth Government’s Executive Branch on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, and Friday, January 2, 2026, providing an extended holiday break around the New Year.
In a memorandum issued to all department and activity heads on December 29, Governor Apatang and Lieutenant Governor Dennis James C. Mendiola expressed gratitude to government employees for their hard work and commitment to public service throughout the past year.
“As we prepare to enter 2026, the Lieutenant Governor and I would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude to government employees for their hard work and commitment to public service,” the governor stated in the memo. The administrative leave was granted in recognition of government workers’ service over the past year and their resilience in the face of many challenges.
The two-day administrative leave, combined with the New Year’s Day holiday on Thursday, January 1, creates a five-day break for eligible employees when including the preceding weekend.
In their message to CNMI government workers, Governor Apatang and Lieutenant Governor Mendiola also emphasized the importance of safety during the holiday celebrations. “We wish you and your families a very happy and prosperous New Year and to celebrate safely, designate a sober driver if you plan to drink and drive,” they wrote.
The administrative leave applies only to non-essential employees within the executive branch, ensuring that critical government services continue to operate during the holiday period.
