U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has nominated Xavier A. Acevedo to serve on the Governing Board of the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA), representing the District of St. Croix. The nomination was submitted today to Senate President Milton Potter for consideration and confirmation by the 36th Legislature. Mr. Acevedo, a retired […]

ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands — The Office of the Governor is proud to announce the launch of a new initiative focused on improving men’s health and wellness in the territory. St. Thomas-Water Island Administrator Kevin Rodriquez and St. Croix Administrator Sammuel Sanes will host their first men’s health talk, titled “The Men’s Table –

U.S. Virgin Islands – In light of the recent attack on a U.S. military base in Qatar, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. is calling upon the people of the Virgin Islands to pause and pray for peace, healing, and protection both globally and here at home. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the brave men and women

St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands — During this week’s Government House briefing held today on St. Croix, Communications Director Richard Motta provided key updates on Governor Albert Bryan Jr.’s recent trip to Washington, D.C., as well as ongoing initiatives focused on energy resilience, federal funding, and hurricane preparedness. VITEMA Director Daryl Jaschen provided a seasonal weather

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The U.S. Department of the Interior has awarded $2,063,666 in Capital Improvement Project (CIP) funding for Fiscal Year 2025 to the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands, delivering a significant boost to essential public service and infrastructure projects throughout the territory. This federal investment, administered by the Office of Insular Affairs, supports

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Virgin Islands Governor Albert Bryan Jr. addressed more than 100 clients and personnel of the international law firm Winston & Strawn during a virtual webinar on Tuesday, spotlighting the Territory’s exceptional advantages for business investment and economic growth. Broadcasting from Washington, D.C., Governor Bryan made a compelling case for the Virgin

Calls for Responsible, Collaborative Action on Behalf of Virgin Islanders U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has signed into law a series of measures passed during the 36th Legislature’s June 4, 2025 session, advancing critical priorities in public safety, health transparency, veteran support, fiscal accountability, and responsible economic development. “These new laws represent meaningful

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has issued a proclamation ordering that all Virgin Islands flags be flown at half-staff at Government House and on all public buildings on Friday, June 20, 2025, from sunrise to sunset, in honor and remembrance of Austin Eldred “Edgie” Christian, Jr., a cherished cultural icon and founding member of the world-renowned

$40 Million Annual Payroll Increase, Potential for $200 Million in New Debt and Inflationary Pressure Identified Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has released an initial fiscal impact analysis of legislation recently passed by the 36th Legislature that raises the minimum salary for public sector workers from $27,000 to $35,000, effective October 1, 2025.  The Governor commissioned

$40 Million Annual Payroll Increase, Potential for $200 Million in New Debt and Inflationary Pressure Identified U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has released an initial fiscal impact analysis of legislation recently passed by the 36th Legislature that raises the minimum salary for public sector workers from $27,000 to $35,000, effective October 1, 2025.