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Statement from Governor Albert Bryan Jr. on the Passing of Former Tourism Commissioner Pamela Richards

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr, issued the following statement Friday on the passing of Former Commissioner of the Department of Tourism Pamela Richards. “With a heavy heart, I express my deepest condolences on the passing of Pamela Richards, a dear friend, cherished supporter, and former USVI Tourism Commissioner and Executive Director of […]

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Governor Albert Bryan Jr. Announces Kevin Rodriquez to Oversee St. Thomas/Water Island District During Administrator Lewis’ Leave

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced Tuesday that Government House Deputy Chief of Staff Kevin Rodriquez, who supervises the Bryan Roach Administration’s Island administrators, will assume the role and responsibilities of the St. Thomas/Water Island District Administrator during Administrator Avery Lewis’ leave of absence. This temporary leadership transition follows Administrator Lewis’ recent

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VI Cannabis Program Rules and Regulations Completed

Impending Heavy Rainfall Predicted and More Extreme Heat US VIRGIN ISLANDS – The weekly press briefing from Government House on St. Croix began with an advisory by Government House Communications Director Richard Motta Jr. about impending weather and ended with a significant announcement about the adoption of rules and regulations governing the Virgin Islands Cannabis

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Office of Management and Budget Nears Completion of FY 2025 Executive Budget

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Office of Management & Budget (OMB) and members of Governor Albert Bryan Jr.’s Financial Team are putting the final touches on the Fiscal Year 2025 Recommended Executive Budget. This follows a series of intense evaluations and discussions at the recent Spring Revenue Estimating Conference held on May 7th. In line

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Governor Bryan Acts on Three Legislative Measures Passed by the 35th Legislature

Asserts Proactive and Necessary Actions to Safeguard Virgin Islands Residents Against Potential Threats U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today announced his decision to veto three bills recently passed by the 35th Legislature, emphasizing the preservation of executive authority and financial stability necessary for the welfare of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Governor Bryan has

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Governor Bryan Announces More Than $5 Million in Income Tax Refunds Issued to Virgin Islands Residents

U.S. Virgin Islands – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. is pleased to announce the issuance of approximately $5,161,033 million in income tax refunds to residents of the U.S. Virgin Islands. This latest distribution will benefit 1,548 tax filers who have dutifully submitted their returns and are due refunds. “This release of funds underscores our administration’s commitment

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Governor Bryan Announces Administrative Leave for Virgin Islands Carnival

 U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has announced the Virgin Islands Carnival 2024 Schedule. On these dates during the Carnival season, government employees will be granted administrative leave, and Virgin Islands Government offices will be closed: The Bryan-Roach Administration is investing in the Territory’s people, infrastructure, and future through transparency, stabilizing the economy, restoring trust in

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Governor Bryan Announces $2.3 million Payment to WAPA, Addressing Territory’s Urgent Energy Needs

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has taken decisive action to secure the energy needs of the U.S. Virgin Islands by initiating a significant payment to the Virgin Islands Water & Power Authority (WAPA). On April 23rd, the Virgin Islands government made a payment of $2,316,889.64 to WAPA on behalf of the Virgin

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VI Energy Office Unveils Energy Resilient Micro-Grid at St. Croix Educational Complex

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – On Tuesday, April 23, the Virgin Islands Energy Office (VIEO) unveiled a micro-grid farm at the St. Croix Educational Complex (SCEC) that will enable the Educational Complex’s emergency hurricane shelter to function reliably during extended grid outages and significantly reduce the use of fossil fuel generators that have proven difficult to maintain and

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