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Governor Bryan Proclaims March 17-24 National Agriculture Week in the US Virgin Islands

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has declared the week of March 17 through March 23, 2024, National Agriculture Week in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Calling Virgin Islands farmers symbols of strength and resiliency, Governor Bryan encourages residents of the Territory to celebrate and support Virgin Islands farmers and agricultural stewards. “We recognize […]

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Governor Bryan Extends Deepest Condolences to the McIntosh Family

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. expresses profound sadness and extends heartfelt condolences to the McIntosh family on the passing of Dan McIntosh, a cherished member of our community. Governor Bryan issued the following statement on Mr. McIntosh’s passing: “Dan McIntosh was a rich resource of dedication and service to the people of

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Governor Bryan Appoints Deputy Attorney General Ian Clement as Acting Attorney General

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today announced the appointment of Deputy Attorney General Ian Clement as Acting Attorney General of the U.S. Virgin Islands, effective immediately. This follows the resignation of Attorney General Ariel Smith. “Deputy Attorney General Clement is a respected and experienced attorney with a deep understanding of the U.S.

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Statement from Governor Albert Bryan Jr. on Attorney General Ariel Smith’s Resignation

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today announced the resignation of Attorney General Ariel Smith, effective March 15. The Governor thanks Attorney General Smith for her dedicated service to the people of the Virgin Islands during her time in office.  A search for a new Attorney General will begin immediately. The Governor and

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GVI to Foster CARICOM Partnership, New Visa Waiver Program

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – At the weekly Government House briefing on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, Government House Communications Director Richard Motta announced an exciting opportunity that Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. has accepted for the Government of the U.S.Virgin Islands to work closely with CARICOM. Additionally, a new visa waiver program is being developed to supplement

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Governor Bryan Issues Proclamations for the Month of March

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. has issued proclamations for the month of March that recognize Virgin Islands history, women’s history, nutrition, and social work. National Consumer Protection Week, National Medical Billers Day and National Vietnam War Veterans Day have also been proclaimed within the month of March. Declaring March VI History month,

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Governor Bryan Statement on Passing of St. Croix Businessman, Popular Talk Radio Host Hugh “Mr. P” Pemberton

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Governor Albert Bryan Jr, issued the following statement Sunday on the passing of St. Croix businessman and popular talk radio host, Hugh “Mr. P.” Pemberton: “I join the chorus of voices expressing my shock and sorrow at the passing of Hugh Pemberton. ‘Mr. P’ was more than just a voice on the

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Statement from Governor Albert Bryan Jr. on the Passing of Robert Graham

US VIRGIN ISLANDS– Governor Albert Bryan Jr. issued the following statement Thursday on the passing of recently retired Executive Director of the Virgin Islands Housing Authority Robert Graham: “It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that I mourn the passing of Robert Graham, the recently retired Executive Director of the Virgin Islands Housing

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Finance Commissioner Kevin McCurdy and Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen are Sworn In

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Family members, colleagues, supporters and friends attended the swearing in ceremony on St. Thomas yesterday of Finance Commissioner Kevin G. McCurdy and Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis E. Petersen Jr. Governor Albert Bryan lauded McCurdy, Petersen and Moleto Smith, the recently appointed Executive Director of the Law Enforcement Planning Commission, while securing

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Governor Bryan Applauds Federal Support and Advocates for Continued Assistance at IGIA Annual Meeting

Washington, DC – Governor Albert Bryan expressed gratitude to the Biden Administration for its recent commitment of $1.1 billion in federal matching funds through St. John DOI and FEMA. This significant investment marks a monumental step forward for the U.S. Virgin Islands’ recovery efforts. During his address at the 2024 annual meeting of the Interagency

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