U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – During today’s Government House press briefing, Communications Director Richard Motta Jr., joined by VITEMA Director Daryl Jaschen and VIPD Deputy Chief Rael Donastorg, shared important updates on emergency preparedness, tax refunds, and safety for the upcoming Carnival festivities. The briefing also reflected on the legacy of His Holiness Pope Francis and […]

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today issued a statement expressing deep appreciation for the decision by the Trump administration and the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to exempt the U.S. Virgin Islands from the proposed maritime fees on Chinese built vessels. The exemption, issued after an extensive Section 301

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has announced that all Virgin Islands government offices will be closed for Easter. The following days will be observed: This closure allows residents to observe the holiday with family and friends. Governor Bryan encourages everyone to take this time to celebrate and reflect on the significance of Easter.

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. and Premier Natalio Wheatley of the British Virgin Islands reconvened today to continue discussions initiated on March 7, 2025, concerning the BVI’s proposed fee structure for Commercial Recreational Vessel Licenses. During the March meeting, the BVI outlined its licensing fees for foreign-based term charters, including a $7,500 annual

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. on Monday announced the successful finalization of a settlement agreement with Pafford Medical Services that results in nearly $2 million in savings for the Government of the Virgin Islands and brings resolution to outstanding invoicing for services rendered across several government agencies. The agreement, which totals $6 million,

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — During his weekly press briefing on Monday, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. called attention to critical legislative measures under active deliberation by the 36th Legislature—most notably, an appropriation to pay long-overdue retroactive wages to government employees and an appropriation to support a settlement agreement with Pafford Medical Services. Speaking from Government House earlier

$1.1 Million Recovery Project Restores Important Community Space in Frederiksted U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. on Friday joined Acting Commissioner of Sports, Parks and Recreation Vincent Roberts, Director of the Office of Disaster Recovery Adrienne Williams Octalien, and Kaj Reinholdt “Rookie” Jackson with his family to officially reopen the Reinholdt Jackson Sports

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS  – In support of National Public Health Week and the physical and mental wellbeing of Virgin Islands government employees, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has authorized administrative leave for all non-essential government employees who wish to participate in the Employee Resource Group Wednesday Walk. The event, organized by the Virgin Islands Department of

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has officially proclaimed a series of observances for the month of April 2025 to recognize outstanding individuals, raise awareness for important causes, and celebrate the rich culture and traditions of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Among the most notable proclamations is a Day of Honor for Susan Wall

Governor to Build on Cruise Industry Partnerships and Urge Federal Protection for Marine Sector Expansion Across the Territory U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. will travel out of the territory from April 5 through April 10 to attend the 2025 Seatrade Cruise Global Conference in Miami, Florida.  The annual summit of global cruise