U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS—Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced Wednesday that the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has approved the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority’s Substantial Amendment, paving the way for the use of $145 million in Community Development Block Grant mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funds to the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA) […]

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. proudly designates the month of October as “Rett Syndrome Awareness Month” in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The governor issued a proclamation Thursday emphasizing the importance of Rett Syndrome awareness and also recognized the remarkable efforts of Ella’s Hope Inc, a local nonprofit organization working to raise awareness

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Virgin Islands Governor Albert Bryan Jr. officially launched the third annual Governor’s Workforce Development Summit, a critical event aimed at empowering the community to “Seize the Moment: Take Charge of Your Tomorrow.” Held on St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John, this year’s summit promises to be a cornerstone of the Bryan-Roach

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has issued proclamations for the month of October in the territory, commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Virgin Islands National Guard, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, and raising the commuunity’s awareness of breast cancer, domestic violence and cybersecurity. October has been proclaimed “Month of the V.I. Guard,” in

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Governor Albert Bryan Jr. issued the following statement Friday in recognition of the 59th celebration of Virgin Islands Puerto Rico Friendship Day Monday, October 9:  “I am honored and delighted to join you all today in celebrating Virgin Islands Puerto Rico Friendship Day. As we come together to commemorate 59 years of

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Governor Albert Bryan Jr issued the following statement Tuesday mourning the passing of former longtime senator Alicia “Chucky” Hansen: “With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of former Senator Alicia ‘Chucky’ Hansen, a distinguished and long-serving member of the Virgin Islands Legislature. Chucky was a fearless advocate for the people of the

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. acted on 30 bills passed by the 35th Legislature in its September 22nd session. The bills approve agreements between the Virgin Islands government and various health insurance companies and appropriate operating funds for several government agencies, boards, and commissions. Additionally, Governor Bryan approved a bill authorizing the

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. on Monday announced his nomination of Averil George as Commissioner of the VI Department of Human Services. The announcement was made during the weekly briefing, which took place at Government House on St. Thomas. “Averil brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to our community,

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Governor Albert Bryan Jr. marked a momentous occasion today as he signed into law the bill authorizing a land exchange agreement between the National Park Service and the Government of the Virgin Islands.  The agreement paves the way for the construction of a new state-of-the-art pre-K-12 school in St. John, bringing an