Appointment strengthens on-island coordination and day-to-day responsiveness for residents  U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today announced the appointment of Colette Monroe as Water Island Administrator, selecting a longtime Water Island resident, community advocate, and seasoned public servant who has helped shape policy and problem solving in the Office of the Governor across three administrations.  Water Island […]

Bill updates Virgin Islands firearm laws in response to recent Supreme Court guidance and issues raised in a recent U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit, while protecting constitutional rights and preserving common sense public safety safeguards U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today took major steps toward advancing public safety in the Territory while

ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. on Monday provided a wide-ranging update during a briefing from Government House, announcing major progress in the territory’s financial accountability, outlining next steps in cannabis regulation, addressing recent public reporting related to Jeffrey Epstein, and calling for urgent action to improve roadway safety.  Governor Bryan announced

US VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has issued a series of proclamations recognizing February 2026 as a month dedicated to reflection, education, health, workforce development, and community awareness in the United States Virgin Islands. The month of February is recognized nationally as National Black History Month, and Governor Bryan has proclaimed February 2026

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. issued the following statement today in response to news of arrests in an alleged Medicaid fraud scheme involving individuals connected to the Virgin Islands Department of Human Services and members of the medical community and recipients of the program.  “The arrests announced today involving an alleged Medicaid

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), establishing a formal framework for strategic cooperation between Ghana and the U.S. Virgin Islands in tourism development, cultural exchange, trade facilitation, and investment promotion, grounded in shared heritage and mutual economic interests. The agreement was signed

Governor Highlights Economic Turnaround, Historic Recovery Execution, and Bold 2026 Agenda for Healthcare, Schools, Energy, Housing, and Public Safety  U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. on Monday night delivered his eighth and final State of the Territory Address, outlining what he described as a seven-year shift from instability to sustained progress, while announcing major 2026

US VIRGIN ISLANDS — In the 2026 State of the Territory Address on Monday, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. asked members of the 36th Legislature to support legislation merging the Virgin Islands Lottery and the Casino Control Commission. “A single, unified regulator means one rulebook, consistent enforcement and lower administrative costs,” Governor Bryan said.  “It also

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — During his eighth and final State of the Territory Address on Monday, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced the nominations of Judge Denise M. Francois to the Virgin Islands Supreme Court and Attorney Renee M. Andre to the Virgin Islands Superior Court. Governor Bryan cited the deep legal experience and longstanding commitment

Approves Bill Increasing the Virgin Islands Minimum Wage and Proposes Amendments to Cannabis Use Act U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. acted on eight bills passed by the 36th Legislature in its January 12th regular session, including a bill increasing the Virgin Islands minimum wage. Governor Bryan acknowledged the 36th Legislature’s favorable action on