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Governor Albert Bryan Jr. Calls for Prayers for Peace and Protection of U.S. Service Members and the Virgin Islands Community

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 […]

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Government House Weekly Briefing Highlights Federal Advocacy, Energy Progress, and Hurricane Preparedness

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

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More Than $2Million in Federal Funding Secured for Vital Capital Improvement Projects in the USVI

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

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Governor Bryan Showcases Virgin Islands’ Competitive Business Climate to Winston & Strawn

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

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Governor Bryan Signs Public Safety, Health, and Economic Development Bills into Law

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

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Governor Bryan Orders Virgin Islands Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Culture Bearer Austin Eldred “Edgie” Christian, Jr.

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

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Governor Bryan Releases Initial Fiscal Impact Analysis on Legislative Minimum Salary Mandate

$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

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Governor Bryan Releases Initial Fiscal Impact Analysis on Legislative Minimum Salary Mandate

$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. 

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Governor Albert Bryan Jr. Responds to Washington Post Article on GILTI Provision: “Correcting a Longstanding Injustice to the USVI”

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — In response to recent coverage by The Washington Post on the treatment of the U.S. Virgin Islands under the Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income (GILTI) tax provision, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. issued the following statement clarifying the Territory’s position and efforts to amend what he calls a “longstanding injustice” to the U.S. Virgin Islands’ Economic

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Government House Weekly Briefing Highlights Progress in Renewable Energy, Disaster Preparedness, and Housing

ST. CROIX, U.S. Virgin Islands — Communications Director Richard Motta conducted the Government House weekly briefing today from St. Croix, recapping a week of major milestones for the Bryan-Roach Administration in the areas of energy reform, housing recovery, and hurricane preparedness. Last week, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. and members of his administration celebrated the commissioning

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