Author name: Richard Motta

US VIRGIN ISLANDS – On behalf of Governor Albert Bryan Jr., Acting Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq. took action on five bills passed by the 35th Legislature at its November 20, 2024, session. Governor Bryan was in Washington, D.C. for a series of meetings with key members of Congress, officials in the Biden administration, and […]

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS—Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announces a series of important initiatives this December that promote education, public safety, health awareness, and human rights across the territory. Highlighting these efforts is Computer Science Education Week, which will take place from December 9 to 15. This annual event serves as a call to action to inspire

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Governor Albert Bryan Jr. will be in Washington, D.C., this week for a series of meetings with key members of Congress, officials in the Biden administration, and representatives of the incoming Trump administration. The Governor’s visit is part of the administration’s continued efforts to secure critical federal priorities for the U.S. Virgin

US VIRGIN ISLANDS – Speaking on Monday from Government House on St. Thomas, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. said it was appropriate, just days before Thanksgiving, to express his gratitude. Governor Bryan said he is grateful for the actions of the 35th Legislature, which passed Bill No. 35-0415 during its November 20 session. This important legislation

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS—Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has announced the 2024 Holiday Schedule. On these dates during the holiday season, government employees will be granted administrative leave, and Virgin Islands Government offices will be closed:• Tuesday, December 24, 2024: Christmas Eve – Executive Branch employees will be granted administrative leave from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.•

Day Two of Third Annual Digital Health Summit Commences U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— During the weekly Government House briefing conducted Tuesday at the Westin Resort & Spa at Frenchman’s Reef on St. Thomas, Communications Director Richard Motta addressed the community’s concerns about the condition of the territory’s roadways. Speaking on behalf of Governor Albert Bryan Jr.,

US VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr., tourism officials, cruise industry executives, education officials, parents, teachers, and supporters celebrated four young Virgin Islanders who participated in the international essay competition sponsored by the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA). The celebration at Lockhart K-8 School on Tuesday recognized the achievements of Rachell Guzman Ramirez, First

Governor Bryan Proclaims William S. Harvey Dayin the Virgin Islands U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. proclaimed Wednesday, November 13 as William S. Harvey Jr. day in the Virgin Islands.Harvey served three terms in the 13th, 14th, and 15th Virgin Islands Legislatures from 1979 to 1985 and ran the Virgin Islands Emergency Management

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS– Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced his nomination of Acting Police Commissioner Mario Brooks as the Bryan-Roach Administration’s candidate for Commissioner of the Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) during Tuesday’s Government House Weekly Press Press Briefing. Governor Bryan praised Commissioner Brooks for his steady leadership, deep commitment to public safety, and ability to

US VIRGIN ISLANDS— In a heartfelt Government House Press Briefing on Tuesday, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. addressed pressing community issues and acknowledged the sacrifices of veterans following Veterans Day. Due to inclement weather, Veterans Day celebrations across St. John, St. Thomas, and St. Croix were cancelled, yet gratitude for service members was emphasized.Governor Bryan expressed