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Governor Bryan Responds to Senator Gittens’ Misleading Statements on Territory’s Fiscal Management

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — During today’s Government House weekly briefing, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. issued a pointed response to inaccuracies and misleading claims made by Senate Majority Leader Kenneth L. Gittens regarding the Territory’s financial management and the proposed expansion of the government’s line of credit.  “As Governor, I have always prioritized transparency, accountability, and […]

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Governor Bryan Announces Plans to Pay Out $27 Million in Income Tax Refunds Over the Next 30 Days

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – In an impassioned statement during Monday’s Government House Weekly Press Briefing, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced that the Government of the Virgin Islands will pay out an additional $27 million in income tax refunds over the next 30 days. This payout follows earlier distributions of $5.1 million to 1,260 taxpayers in July

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Governor Bryan Urges 35th Legislature to Either Expand Approved Line of Credit or Approve a Separate Line to Address Immediate Financial Obligations

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. is urgently calling on the 35th Legislature to take decisive action to ensure the Government of the Virgin Islands can meet its immediate financial obligations. The Governor is asking the Legislature to either expand the previously approved $100 million line of credit to the administration’s initial request

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Governor Albert Bryan Jr. Issues Proclamations for the Month of September

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has proclaimed the month of September Attendance Awareness Month, Labor and Management Awareness Month, Ovarian and Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, National Preparedness Month and National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Additionally, during the month of September, Virgin islanders are being asked to recognize West Indies Solidarity Day, Patriot

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Government of the Virgin Islands Launches Groundbreaking Integrity in Action Ethics Workshop

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The Government of the Virgin Islands, under the visionary leadership of Cindy L. Richardson, Director of the Division of Personnel, has launched a transformative initiative aimed at strengthening ethical standards within the government. The “Integrity in Action” Ethics Workshop, spearheaded by Aliya Felix, Esq., Personnel’s legal counsel, is more than just a

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Government of the Virgin Islands Completes Initial Payment of $2.5 Million for Arrears Owed to Pafford Medical Services

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— The Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI) is pleased to announce the initial payment of $2,500,000.00 to Pafford Medical Services, representing a critical step toward settling the arrears owed for the vital emergency medical care provided to the territory. This payment, appropriated by the Virgin Islands Legislature through Act 8875 at the

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U.S. Virgin Islands Restoration Efforts Following Tropical Storm Ernesto

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Six days after Tropical Storm Ernesto, Communications Director Richard Motta Jr., VITEMA Director Daryl Jaschen, and key agencies provided an essential update at Government House on St. Croix. Director Motta began the briefing by emphasizing the importance of taking preparedness tips seriously in order to save lives within the community. The

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Governor Bryan Orders Early Dismissal of Non-Essential Government Employees in Anticipation of Tropical Storm Ernesto

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— In response to the impending arrival of Tropical Storm Ernesto, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has authorized the early dismissal of all non-essential government employees across the U.S. Virgin Islands. This precautionary measure, effective at 12:00 PM today, is to ensure the safety of our workforce and allow ample time for personal preparations

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Tropical Storm Warning in Effect as Tropical Storm Ernesto Approaches

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. conducted the weekly briefing on Monday from Government House on St. Thomas. He was joined by VITEMA Director Daryl Jaschen, who provided an update on the approach of Tropical Storm Ernesto, which is expected to impact the Territory with heavy rain and winds beginning Tuesday night into

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Statement from the Government of the Virgin Islands on Pafford Medical Services’ Decision to Discontinue Service in the Territory

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Government of the Virgin Islands today acknowledged Pafford Medical Services’ decision to conclude their emergency medical service operations in the territory.  Pafford was initially contracted during the critical stages in the aftermath of Hurricanes Irma and Maria and COVID-19 pandemic to enhance the territory’s emergency response capabilities. The arrangement with

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