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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...
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Legislature Passes Comprehensive Package of Bills Addressing Public Safety, Economic Development, and Government Accountability

ST. THOMAS, VIRGIN ISLANDS – June 4, 2025 – The 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands announced today the successful passage of a comprehensive legislative package addressing critical issues affecting residents across St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix. Following...
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LAWMAKERS UPDATED ON COMPREHENSIVE LAND & WATER USE PLAN AND DISASTER RECOVERY PROGRESS 

ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The Committee on Disaster Recovery, Infrastructure, and Planning, chaired by Senator Marice C. James, convened at the Frits E. Lawaetz Conference Room to receive critical updates on the implementation of the Comprehensive Land and...
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SENATORS ADVANCE MEASURES TO REGULATE SOCIAL WORK, STRENGTHEN SANITATION LAWS, AND REVIEW HEAD START PROGRAM DEVELOPMENTS

ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The Committee on Health, Hospitals, and Human Services, chaired Senator Ray Fonseca convened at the Capitol Building to advance measures recognizing the Social Work Industry, establishing the Virgin Islands Board of...
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NOMINATIONS, LEASES, ZONINGS, RESOLUTIONS, AND BILLS FORWARDED

NOMINATIONS, LEASES, ZONINGS, RESOLUTIONS, AND BILLS FORWARDED

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ST. THOMAS- Members of the 35th Legislature, led by Senate President Novelle E. Francis, Jr., convened in a meeting at...

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LEGISLATURE HOLDS SPECIAL SESSION

LEGISLATURE HOLDS SPECIAL SESSION

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ST. THOMAS – The 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Novelle E. Francis, Jr....

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BILLS TO AMEND THE CENTENNIAL TREASURES AWARD, ESTABLISH A BUREAU OF SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE FUND, AND EXPAND MEMBERSHIP TO THE FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK OF NEW YORK ADVANCES

BILLS TO AMEND THE CENTENNIAL TREASURES AWARD, ESTABLISH A BUREAU OF SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE FUND, AND EXPAND MEMBERSHIP TO THE FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK OF NEW YORK ADVANCES

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ST. THOMAS—Members of the Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Donna A....

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BILL HONORING ALOY “WENTY” NIELSON FORWARDED, OFFICE OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND THE DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS SHARE UPDATE

BILL HONORING ALOY “WENTY” NIELSON FORWARDED, OFFICE OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND THE DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS SHARE UPDATE

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ST. THOMAS- Members of the Committee on Government Operations, Veterans Affairs, and Consumer Protection, chaired by...

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LAWMAKERS VET ZONING MAP AMENDMENTS

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ST. THOMAS- Members of the Committee of the Whole, led by Senate President Novelle E. Francis, Jr., convened in a...

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BILL TO ESTABLISH LOCAL FOOD FARM COUNCIL ADVANCES, THE OFFICE OF CANNABIS REGULATIONS, THE VIRGIN ISLANDS DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM, AND THE PORT AUTHORITY SHARES UPDATES

BILL TO ESTABLISH LOCAL FOOD FARM COUNCIL ADVANCES, THE OFFICE OF CANNABIS REGULATIONS, THE VIRGIN ISLANDS DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM, AND THE PORT AUTHORITY SHARES UPDATES

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St. Thomas- Members of the Committee on Economic Development and Agriculture, chaired by Senator Javan E. James,...

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