Jamal Potter
COMMITTEE CONSIDERS COMMERCIAL PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY ACT, RECEIVES STATUS UPDATE ON FEDERAL DISASTER RECOVERY FUNDING AND WORKFORCE CAPACITY
ST. CROIX, VI – The Committee on Disaster Recovery, Infrastructure and Planning, led by Senator Marise C. James met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers considered a measure that would enact the “Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy...
COMMITTEE FORWARDS NUMEROUS NOMINEES, ACTS, AND RESOLUTIONS
ST. THOMAS, VI– The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, chaired by Senator Carla J. Joseph met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers met to consider nominations and several measures. Approved items on today’s agenda will be forwarded to the full body at the...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES TESTIMONY CONCERNING COMPLETION OF PAUL E. JOSEPH STADIUM
COMMITTEE RECEIVES TESTIMONY CONCERNING COMPLETION OF PAUL E. JOSEPH STADIUM ST. CROIX, VI – The Committee on Culture, Youth, Aging, Sports and Parks, led by Senator Angel L. Bolques, Jr. met at the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received...
COMMITTEE CONSIDERS MEASURES TO ESTABLISH INSPECTION AND SAFETY FUND, ROADSIDE PROPERTY MAINTENANCE AND VEGETATION ACT; RECEIVES UPDATES ON TELECOMMUNICATION ISSUES
ST. CROIX, VI – The Committee on Housing, Transportation and Telecommunications, chaired by Marvin A. Blyden met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers considered measures that would establish the Inspection and Safety on Public Highways Fund...
COMMITTEE CONSIDERS MEASURES CONSIDERING THE DISPOSAL OF GREEN WASTE, VI LOTTERY OPERATION, COMMENDING FORMER VI INSPECTOR GENERAL, LIABILITIES ON BUSINESSES FOR OVERSERVING ALCOHOL TO PATRONS, CLOSING BUSINESSES THREATENING PUBLIC SAFETY
ST. THOMAS, VI — The Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs, and Consumer Protection, chaired by Senator Avery L. Lewis, met at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers considered measures concerning the disposal of green waste using...
LAWMAKERS VET TERRITORIAL REZONINGS
ST. CROIX, VI — The Committee of the Whole, led by Senate President Milton E. Potter convened at the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers considered rezonings in the territory. Senators cannot vote on items in the Committee of the Whole and action...
COMMITTEE VETS SEVERAL MEASURES; RECEIVES TESTIMONIES ON GREEN WASTE INCINERATION TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS LOTTERY
ST. THOMAS, VI– The Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs, and Consumer Protection, chaired by Senator Avery L. Lewis, met at the Cleone H. Creque Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received testimony to discuss several...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATES ON TERRITORIAL FINANCIAL STATUS, CAPITAL PROJECTS, VET FINANCIAL MEASURES
ST. CROIX, VI - The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, led by Senator Novelle E. Francis, Jr. met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony from the Governor’s Financial team on the Territory’s financial status. The Committee...
COMMITTEE HEARS GOVERNOR’S NOMINEES, FORWARDS NUMEROUS MEASURES
ST. THOMAS, VI– The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, chaired by Senator Carla J. Joseph met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers met to hear testimony, consider the appointments of individuals selected to serve on several Governing...
COMMITTEE CONSIDERS MEASURE TO ALLOW SMALL SCALE DISTILLERIES AND BREWERIES IN CERTAIN ZONES
ST. CROIX, VI – The Committee on Disaster Recovery, Infrastructure and Planning, led by Senator Marise C. James met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers considered a measure that would allow small scale distilleries and breweries in certain...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATES FROM VIFEMS AND POLICE DEPARTMENT
ST. CROIX, VI – The 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands’ Committee on Homeland Security, Justice, and Public Safety, led by Senator Clifford A. Joseph, Sr, met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received updates from the Virgin Islands...
COMMITTEE HOSTS PERMA PLAQUE CEREMONY FOR SEVERAL HONOREES
ST. THOMAS, VI - The Legislature of the Virgin Islands hosted a Permanent Plaque Ceremony at Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall to formally recognize and commemorate individuals whose service, leadership, and contributions have left a lasting impact on the...
COMMITTEE VETS LEASE AGREEMENTS, MEASURE TO REDESIGN FUNDING SOURCES FOR SEVERAL ENTITES, MODIFY RENEWAL PROVISIONS FOR INSURANCE PRODUCER LICENSES, ESTABLISH “IMPAIRED DRIVING AND HIGHWAY SOBRIETY CHECKPOINT PROGRAM SAFETY FUND”
ST. CROIX, VI - The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, led by Senator Novelle E. Francis, Jr. met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers considered various lease agreements for the island of St. Thomas. Additionally, lawmakers vetted...
COMMITTEE VETS MEASURE ON WAPA EXPANSION AND UPGRADES, HEARS TESTIMONY ON HEIRS’ PROPERTY
ST. CROIX, VI– The Committee on Disaster Recovery, Infrastructure and Planning, chaired by Senator Marise C. James, met at the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers considered a measure...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATE FROM WICO, VETS MEASURE TO EXPAND AND MODERNIZE CARIBBEAN BASIN INITIATIVE
ST. CROIX, VI – The Committee on Economic Development and Agriculture, led by Senator Hubert L. Frederick met in the Fritz E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received an update on the operations of the West Indian Company Limited. Additionally,...
COMMITTEE VETS REAL PROPERTY PURCHASE, VETS MEASURES ESTABLISHING CIVIL PENALITIES FOR DISREGARDING MARINE ADVISORIES, STREETLIGHT REPAIR APPROPRIATION, AND IMPLEMENTAING REVISIONS TO THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF INSURANCE COMMISSIONERS
ST. THOMAS, VI – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr. met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on measures to purchase real property, a measure that would establish civil...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES TESTIMONY CONCERNING YOUTH CHALLENGES
ST. CROIX, VI – The Committee on Culture, Youth, Aging, Sports, and Parks, led by Senator Angel L. Bolques, Jr. met at the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers heard testimony examining the pressing and multifaceted challenges affecting the youth of...
LAWMAKERS VET CAREGIVERS LEAVE ACT, RECEIVE UPDATES FROM MEDICAL AND DENTAL BOARDS
ST. THOMAS, VI – The 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands’ Committee on Health, Hospitals, and Human Services, led by Senator Ray Fonseca, met at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers considered the Caregivers Leave Act. Additionally, legislators received...
COMMITTEE FORWARDS BOARD NOMINATIONS AND BILLS
ST. THOMAS, VI– The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, chaired by Senator Carla J. Joseph met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers met to consider nominations to boards and consider several measures. Approved items on today’s agenda will be...
COMMITTEE CONSIDERS EXPEDITED BUILDING PERMITS BILL, RECIEVES UPDATES FROM DPNR AND WAPA
ST. CROIX, VI – The Committee on Disaster Recovery, Infrastructure and Planning, led by Senator Marise C. James met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers considered a measure regarding expedited building permits for developers. Senators...
COMMITTEE RECIEVES UPDATES ON DSPR PROJECTS, CONSIDERS ELDER ABUSE RESPONSE BILL
ST. THOMAS, VI – The Committee on Culture, Youth, Aging, Sports, and Parks, led by Senator Angel L. Bolques, Jr. met at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received updates on the operational oversight, progress, and challenges of recreational facilities...
COMMITTEE APPROVES FY 2026 BUDGET BILLS
ST. THOMAS, VI — The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, led by Senator Carla J. Joseph met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers approved 31 bills pertaining to the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget for the Government of the Virgin Islands of the United States. All...
LAWMAKERS APPROVE BUDGET BILLS
ST. THOMAS, VI — The Committee on Budget, Appropriations and Finance, led by Senator Novelle E. Francis, Jr., met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers approved bills pertaining to the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget for the Government of the Virgin Islands of...
LAWMAKERS APPROVE BOARD NOMINEES AND BILLS
ST. CROIX, VI — The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, chaired by Senator Carla J. Joseph met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers approved nominees to various boards and vetted various measures. Approved items on today’s agenda will be...
COMMITTEE VETS MEASURES TO PROHIBIT ASSAULT RIFLES, BAN SALE OF THC PRODUCTS, PROHIBIT IMPAIRED COMMERCIAL VEHICLE DRIVING, MANDATE DANGEROUS WEAPON TRAINING
ST. CROIX, VI – The 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands’ Committee on Homeland Security, Justice, and Public Safety, led by Senator Clifford A. Joseph, Sr, met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers considered measures to define and prohibit...
LAWMAKERS VET HOTEL DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT PERMITS IN COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE, APPROVE AGREEMENT, REJECT PERMITS IN LEGISLATIVE SESSION
ST. THOMAS, VI — The 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Milton E. Potter convened into Committee and the Whole and Legislative Session at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony considering a hotel development...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES BUDGET REQUESTS FOR INSPECTOR GENERAL, MAGENS BAY AUTHORITY, TAXICAB COMMISSION, AND WICO
ST. THOMAS, VI – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr., met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall to receive testimony for the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget from the Office of the Inspector General, the Magens Bay...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES BUDGET REQUESTS FOR JFL, AGRICULTURE, PERB, LABOR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE AND LEGAL SERVICES
ST. CROIX, VI – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr., met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room to receive testimony for the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget from the Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical...
LAWMAKERS VET REZONINGS IN COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE, APPROVE REZONINGS AND NOMINEES IN LEGISLATIVE SESSION
ST. THOMAS, VI — The 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Milton E. Potter convened into Committee and the Whole and Legislative Session at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony considering rezonings. ...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY 2026 BUDGET REQUESTS FOR VIPD, LEPC, AND GERS
ST. THOMAS, VI – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr., met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall on St. Thomas to receive testimony for the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget from the Virgin Islands Police Department,...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY 2026 BUDGET REQUESTS FOR ELECTION SYSTEM, WAPA, AND SCHNEIDER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
ST. THOMAS, VI – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr., met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room on St. Croix to receive testimony for the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget from the Election System of the...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATES FROM THE BOARD OF ELECTIONS, VET MEASURES FOR POLITICAL PARTIES TO CHOOSE NOMINEES FOR PUBLIC OFFICE, CLARIFY POWERS OF THE SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS AND BOARD OF ELECTIONS
ST. THOMAS, VI – The Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs and Consumer Protection, chaired by Senator Avery L. Lewis met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received an update on the operations of the Board of Elections, including but...
36TH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS PARTICIPATES IN NCSL 2025 IN BOSTON
ST. THOMAS, VI – Members of the 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands joined state lawmakers from across the nation at the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) 2025 Legislative Summit in Boston, Massachusetts. The multi-day conference featured breakout...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY 2026 BUDGET REQUEST FOR EAST END MEDICAL CENTER, HUMAN SERVICES, AND FREDERIKSTED HEALTH CENTER
ST. THOMAS, VI – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr., met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall on St. Thomas to receive testimony for the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget from the St. Thomas East End Medical Center...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY 2026 BUDGET REQUEST FOR DPNR, VETS BILL TO RAISE COST TO BRING IN CONTAINERS
ST. THOMAS, VI – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr., met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall on St. Thomas to receive testimony for the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget from the Department of Planning and Natural...
COMMITTEE VETS BILL TO ESTABLISH REQUIRED SERVICES AT NURSING HOMES AND ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES, RECIEVES OVERVIEW OF WASTEWATER DISCHARGE CONCERNS, RECIEVES UPDATE FROM SCHNEIDER REGIONAL CONCERNING DIALYSIS SERVICES
ST. THOMAS, VI – The 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands’ Committee on Health, Hospitals, and Human Services, led by Senator Ray Fonseca, met at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers considered a measure that would establish the services that nursing...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY 2026 BUDGET REQUESTS FOR BMV, SPORTS, PARKS, AND RECREATION, AND PROPERTY AND PROCUREMENT
ST. THOMAS, VI – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr., met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall on St. Thomas to receive testimony for the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget from the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV),...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY 2026 BUDGET REQUESTS FOR OFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL, VETERANS AFFAIRS, AND EDUCATION
ST. THOMAS, VI – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr., met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall on St. Thomas to receive testimony for the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget from the Office of the Adjutant General,...
LAWMAKERS APPROVE LEASE AGREEMENTS, RESOLUTIONS, AND BILLS, OVERRIDE GOVERNOR’S VETOES IN LEGISLATIVE SESSION
ST. THOMAS, VI — The 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Milton E. Potter convened into Regular Legislative Session at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers approved lease agreements, resolutions, and bills. Additionally, Senators...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY 2026 BUDGET REQUESTS FOR PSC, LABOR, PERSONNEL AND COLLECTIVE BARGANING
ST. THOMAS, VI – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr. met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall on St. Thomas to receive testimony for the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget for the Public Services Commission,...
LAWMAKERS APPROVE LEASE AGREEMENTS AND BILLS
ST. THOMAS, VI — The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, chaired by Senator Carla J. Joseph met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. All items on today’s agenda were approved and will be forwarded to the full body at the next scheduled Legislative Session. ...
ST. THOMAS, VI– The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr. met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers vetted a measure that would limit the salary amount used to commute the service retirement annuity...
LEGISLATURE HOSTS AFRICAN LIBERATION DAY CEREMONY
ST. THOMAS, VI — The 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Milton E. Potter hosted the annual African Liberation Day ceremony at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Empress of Ceremonies Felicia Blake reminded the audience that Bill No....
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATES CONCERNING SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN THE TERRITORY
ST. THOMAS, VI — The Committee on Education and Workforce Development, chaired by Senator Kurt Vialet met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony concerning the status of special education programs in the territory’s schools, to...
LAWMAKERS APPROVE SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE RENOMINATION AND A NUMBER OF BILLS
ST. CROIX, VI - The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, chaired by Senator Carla J. Joseph met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers approved the renomination of a Superior Court Judge and approved other measures. All items on today’s agenda...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATES FROM DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, VETS MEASURES ON GROSS RECEIPTS TAXES, CREDIT AND DEBIT SURCHARGES
ST. CROIX, VI – The Committee on Economic Development and Agriculture, chaired by Senator Hubert L. Frederick, convened in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room to receive updates on the state of agriculture in the United States Virgin Islands, including...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATES FROM HOUSING AUTHORITY, STATUS OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN TERRITORY
ST. THOMAS, USVI – The Committee on Housing, Transportation and Telecommunications, chaired by Marvin A. Blyden met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony concerning the Virgin Islands Housing Authority’s operational, fiscal, and human...
COMMITTEE MEMBERS RECEIVES UPDATES FROM WAPA, PSC, AND TOURISM
ST. THOMAS, VI—The Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs, and Consumer Protection, chaired by Senator Avery L. Lewis, met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received updates from the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority, the Public...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATES FROM DPNR, PORT AUTHORITY, OFFICE OF CANNABIS REGULATION
ST. CROIX, VI – The Committee on Economic Development and Agriculture, chaired by Senator Hubert L. Frederick, convened in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room to receive critical updates on the operations and initiatives of the Department of Planning and...
ST. CROIX – The Committee on Education and Workforce Development, chaired by Senator Kurt Vialet met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received an update on the status of workforce development programs, the breakdown of local and federal...
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE VETS REZONINGS, COST OF LIVING CONCERNS
ST. THOMAS, VI — The Committee of the Whole, led by Senate President Milton E. Potter met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony concerning rezonings on the island of St. Thomas. Additionally, testimony was received concerning the cost...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATE FROM JUDICIAL BRANCH, APPROVES BOARD NOMINEES
ST. THOMAS, VI — The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, chaired by Senator Carla J. Joseph met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received an update from the Judiciary of the Virgin Islands and vetted nominees to various boards. All nominees were voted...
COMMITTEE PROBES DLCA, PROPERTY AND PROCUREMENT IN INAUGURAL UPDATE HEARING OF THE 36TH LEGISLATURE
ST. THOMAS, VI—The Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs, and Consumer Protection, chaired by Senator Avery L. Lewis, met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. The Lawmakers received an update from the Department of Property and Procurement...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATE FROM GOVERNMENT’S FINANCIAL TEAM, STATUS OF CAPITAL PROJECTS
ST. CROIX – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr. met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received testimony from the Governor’s Financial Team on the territory’s finances to include...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATES FROM DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, BUREAU OF SCHOOL MAINTENANCE
ST. CROIX – The Committee on Education and Workforce Development, chaired by Senator Kurt Vialet met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received an update from the Virgin Islands Department of Education concerning funding for education,...
LEGISLATURE MOURNS THE PASSING OF TAX ASSESSOR IRA MILLS
ST. THOMAS – The Members of the 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands are saddened by the news of the passing of Tax Assessor Ira Mills. Senate President Milton E. Potter stated, “I am deeply saddened by the passing of yet another Virgin Islands Stalworth. Mr. Mills...
LEGISLATURE MOURNS THE PASSING OF FORMER UVI PRESIDENT KEAN
ST. THOMAS – The Members of the 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands are saddened by the news of the passing of the Former President of the University of the Virgin Islands, Orville Kean, who was appointed by the UVI Board of Trustees to serve as the university’s...
36th LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS SWORN IN
ST. THOMAS – The 36th Legislature of the Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Milton E. Potter met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers met to officially organize the 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands. Lawmakers met to consider...
36th Legislature Swearing-in Schedule of Events
ST. THOMAS – The Senators-elect of the 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands invite the community to participate in the swearing-in events scheduled across the Territory next week. • Sunday, January 12, 2025 An Ecumenical Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. at the Cruz...
LAWMAKERS CONSIDER ZONINGS, DISCUSS DRAFT COMPREHENSIVE LAND AND WATER USE PLAN
ST. THOMAS – The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Novelle E. Francis, Jr. convened in Committee of the Whole to receive testimony on zoning requests as well as to discuss the draft Comprehensive Land and Water Use plan. Senators cannot...
COMMITTEE APPROVES BOARD NOMINEES AND BILLS
ST. CROIX – The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, chaired by Senator Diane T. Capehart met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room to consider nominations and bills. Approved items on today’s agenda will be sent to the full body at the next scheduled...
Proposed Officers and Chairpersons of the 36th Legislature announced
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands – December 10, 2024 – The incoming members of the 36th Legislature are pleased to announce the proposed officers and chairpersons for the body’s various committees, marking a significant step toward advancing the territory’s legislative...
COMMITTEE HEARS MEASURES FOR AUDIOLOGY AND SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY COMPACT, PRESCRIPTION DRUG MONITORING PROGRAM, AND TERRITORIAL WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
ST. THOMAS – The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands’ Committee on Health, Hospitals, and Human Services, led by Senator Ray Fonseca, met at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. All items on today’s agenda were approved and will be sent to the Committee on Rules...
LAWMAKERS APPROVE NOMINEES, LEASES, AND BILLS IN LEGISLATIVE SESSION
ST. THOMAS – The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Novelle E. Francis, Jr. convened in regular legislative session at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers approved two nominees, four leases and fourteen bills. The body...
COMMITTEE CONSIDERS MEASURES HONORING VIRGIN ISLANDERS, RECEIVES UPDATE FROM OFFICE OF GUN VIOLENCE PROTECTION
ST. THOMAS – Members of the Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs, and Consumer Protection, led by Senator Carla J. Joseph met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. The Committee considered measures honoring and commending Virgin Islanders....
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATE FROM PORT AUTHORITY AND SUMMERS END GROUP, CONSIDERS REESTABLISHMENT OF HARBOR NIGHTS
ST. THOMAS – The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands’ Committee on Economic Development and Agriculture, chaired by Javan E. James, Sr., met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received an update from the Virgin Islands Port Authority, considered a...
LAWMAKERS HONOR VIRGIN ISLANDERS IN PERMA PLAQUE AND ROAD NAMING CEREMONY
ST. CROIX – Members of the 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Novelle E. Francis Jr. hosted a Perma Plaque and road naming ceremony at the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. In his opening remarks, Senate President Novelle E....
COMMITTEE CONSIDERS BILLS HONORING VIRGIN ISLANDERS, RECEIVES UPDATE FROM DLCA
ST. THOMAS – Members of the Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs, and Consumer Protection, led by Senator Carla J. Joseph met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers considered measures honoring...
LAWMAKERS EXTEND STATE OF EMERGENCY, ALLOW OPERATION OF CRUISE SHIP CASINOS WHILE DOCKED IN ST. CROIX, APPROVE LEASES AND BILLS IN LEGISLATIVE SESSION
ST. THOMAS – The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Novelle E. Francis, Jr. convened in regular legislative session at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers considered an extension of the Governor’s State of Emergency, a...
LAWMAKERS APPROVE NOMINEES, CZM PERMITS, REZONINGS, AND FISCAL YEAR 2025 BUDGET IN LEGISLATIVE SESSION
ST. THOMAS – The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Novelle E. Francis, Jr. convened in regular legislative session at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers approved various nominees, coastal zone management permit and rezonings,...
COMMITTEE APPROVES FISCAL YEAR 2025 BUDGET BILLS
ST. THOMAS – The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, chaired by Senator Diane T. Capehart met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall to consider budget bills for Fiscal Year 2025. Approved items will be forwarded to the full body at the next scheduled Legislative...
LAWMAKERS VET MEASURES TO HONOR VIRGIN ISLANDERS, CHANGE NAME OF TAXICAB COMMISSION AND DUTIES, CHANGE PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLES IN THE TERRITORY
ST. THOMAS – The Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs, and Consumer Protection Chaired by Sen. Carla J. Joseph met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers considered various measures honoring Virgin Islanders, a measure changing the name of...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATES ON STATUS OF HORSE RACING, UPDATED ON SPORT FACILITY CONSTRUCTION IN THE TERRITORY
ST. CROIX – The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands’ Committee on Culture, Youth, Aging, Sports, and Parks, led by Senator Angel L. Bolques, Jr. convened at the Frits E. Lawaetz Conference Room. The Committee heard testimonies and updates concerning the current...
Sen. Francis Extends Condolences to the Family of Former Senator and Police Commissioner Milton Frett
Senate President Novelle E. Francis, Jr. today offered his deepest condolences to the family,friends and former colleagues of former Senator and Virgin Islands Police Commissioner MiltonA. “Bull” Frett on behalf of the members of the 35th Legislature. “Mr. Frett will...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES STATUS UPDATE ON OFFICE OF CANNABIS REGULATION, CONSIDERS CANNABIS USE BILL
ST. CROIX – The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands’ Committee on Economic Development and Agriculture met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received a status update on the overall status of the USVI Office of Cannabis Regulations,...
COMMITTEE RECIEVES STATUS UPDATE FROM DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, RECEIVES UPDATE ON EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE FROM EDC
ST. CROIX – The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands’ Committee on Education and Workforce Development, led by Senator Marise C. James met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received a status update from the Virgin Islands Department of...
LAWMAKERS RECEIVE FY 2025 BUDGET CLOSE OUT TESTIMONY, RECEIVE GERS STATUS UPDATE
ST. THOMAS – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, Chaired by Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers met to receive closeout testimony from the Governor’s Financial Team on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY 2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, PROPERTY AND PROCUREMENT
ST. THOMAS – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, Chaired by Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Executive Budget for the Government of the Virgin...
COMMITTEE VETS BOARD AND COMMISSION NOMINEES
ST. CROIX – The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, chaired by Senator Diane T. Capehart met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers considered nominations to various boards and commissions. Lawmakers approved the following board nominations:...
LEGISLATURE HOLDS INAUGURAL SYMPOSIUM TO EXPEDITE UPDATES OF VI CODE
ST. CROIX – The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, chaired by Senator Diane T. Capehart met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. The Committee held its Inaugural Legislative Symposium to discuss proposed changes to the Virgin Islands Code. The purpose...
LAWMAKERS RECEIVE TESTIMONY CONCERNING WITHDRAWAL OF PAFFORD MEDICAL SERVICES FROM THE TERRITORY, APPROVE SEVERAL MEASURES
ST. THOMAS – The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Novelle E. Francis, Jr., convened into Regular Legislative Session at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers first convened into the Committee of the Whole to receive testimony...
LEGISLATURE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUEST FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
ST. THOMAS - The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, Chaired by Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Executive Budget for the Government of the Virgin...
Legislature to Close Due to Inclement Weather
St. Thomas—Due to the projected path of Tropical Storm Ernesto, the Legislature of the Virgin Islands will close at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. The storm is expected to start affecting the Virgin Islands early Tuesday afternoon and continue into Wednesday,...
MEDIA ADVISORY
The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands will hold a press conference concerning its participation at the 39th N.O.B.E.L. Women’s Annual Legislative Conference. The press conference will be held on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 10:30AM, at the Westin Frenchman’s...
LEGISLATURE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, LOCAL FOOD AND FARM COUNCIL AND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
ST. THOMAS - The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, Chaired by Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Executive Budget for the Government of the Virgin...
LEGISLATURE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FOR OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET, PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RELATIONS BOARD, AND LABOR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
ST. THOMAS - The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, Chaired by Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Executive Budget for the Government of the Virgin...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FOR JUAN F. LUIS HOSPITAL, FREDERIKSTED HEALTH CARE
The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, Chaired by Vice Chairman, Senator Novelle E. Francis, Jr, met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Executive Budget for the Governor...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FOR SCHNEIDER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER AND ST. THOMAS EAST END MEDICAL CENTER CORPORATION
ST. THOMAS – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, under the leadership of Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Executive Budget for the Schneider...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FOR OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, OFFICE OF THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR
ST. THOMAS – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, under the leadership of Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Executive Budget for the Government of...
COMMITTEE VETS NOMINEES, BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS
ST. CROIX – The Committee on Rules and Judiciary, chaired by Senator Diane T. Capehart met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room to consider nominations, bills, and resolutions. Approved items on today’s agenda will be forwarded to the full body at the...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FOR HUMAN SERVICES, OFFICE OF THE TERRITORIAL PUBLIC DEFENDER
ST. THOMAS – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, under the leadership of Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Executive Budget for Government of the...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FROM DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, BOARD OF EDUCATION, CAREER AND TECHNICAL BOARD, AND SPORTS, PARKS AND RECREATION
ST. THOMAS – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, under the leadership of Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Executive Budget for the Virgin Islands...
COMMITTEE VETS MEASURES HONORING VIRGIN ISLANDERS
ST. CROIX – The Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs and Consumer Protection, under the leadership of Senator Carla J. Joseph met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received testimony concerning various measures to honor...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FROM DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, OFFICE OF COLLECTIVE BARGANING, AND DIVISION OF PERSONNEL
ST. THOMAS – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, under the leadership of Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Executive Budget for the Government of...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FROM PUBLIC WORKS AND WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
ST. THOMAS – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, under the leadership of Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Executive Budget for the Government of...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FROM DPNR AND TOURISM
ST. THOMAS – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, under the leadership of Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget for the Government of the Virgin...
LAWMAKERS APPROVE NOMINEES, REZONINGS, LEASES, AND BILLS IN LEGISLATIVE SESSION
ST. THOMAS – The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Novelle E. Francis, Jr, convened into Regular Legislative Session at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. The Committee first dissolved into Committee of the Whole to hear a measure to...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FROM ENERGY OFFICE, PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION, AND BUREAU OF INTERNAL REVENUE
ST. CROIX – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, under the leadership of Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget for the Virgin...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FROM BIT, ELECTION SYSTEMS, AND BOARD OF ELECTIONS
ST. CROIX – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, under the leadership of Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Fritz E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget for the Virgin...
COMMITTEE RECEIVES FY2025 BUDGET REQUESTS FROM DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE, PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY AND OFFICE OF DISASTER RECOVERY
ST. THOMAS – The Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, under the leadership of Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory met in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers received testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget for the Virgin Islands of the...