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Governor Bryan Pushes Territorial Exemption from New Small-Package Duties After Meeting With Interior Officials

Governor leads territorial coalition seeking targeted small-package relief that honors the Virgin Islands’ separate customs status U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. met with senior leaders at the U.S. Department of the Interior last week to address Executive Order 14324, which suspends duty-free treatment for shipments valued at $800 or less. In the
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October 6, 2025

Governor Bryan Issues Statement on Attorney General Opinion Clarifying Summer’s End Marina Permit Status

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today announced that, according to a legal opinion issued by Attorney General Gordon Rhea on October 2, 2025, the permit for the Summer’s End Marina Project in Coral Bay, St. John, remains valid under Virgin Islands law. The Attorney General concluded that the 12-month commencement deadline in 12
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October 6, 2025

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Coast Guard crew rescues 2 from alien venture off Isabela, Puerto Rico

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U.S. Coast Guard Southeast District Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin IslandsContact: Coast Guard Puerto Rico PA OfficeOffice: 787-729-2381After Hours: 787-510-7923Southeast District Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands online newsroom

Coast Guard crew rescues 2 from alien venture off Isabela, Puerto Rico
10/04/2025 05:50 PM EDT

MIAMI —A Coast Guard Air Station Borinquen Jayhawk helicopter aircrew rescued two people from the water off Shacks Beach, Puerto Rico.

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October 4, 2025

Governor Bryan, Agriculture Commissioner Petersen Break Ground on Two 100,000-Gallon Cisterns as Part of Administration’s Push to Advance Critical Support for Virgin Islands Farmers

U.S. Virgin Islands — Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. joined Agriculture Commissioner Louis Petersen, members of the 36th Legislature, community leaders and students on Friday to break ground on the first of two planned 100,000-gallon cisterns that will provide vital water resources to farmers in Bordeaux. The groundbreaking represents more than the start of construction. It is
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October 3, 2025

Bryan Administration Pushes $5 Million Racetrack Renovation Measure to Break Cycle of Delays and Restore Horse Racing on St. Croix

U.S. Virgin Islands — Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. today announced his administration’s strong support for a legislative proposal that would authorize the use of $5 million in available funding through the Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation to jumpstart renovations at the Randall “Doc” James Racetrack on St. Croix. The Legislature is scheduled to take up
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October 3, 2025

Governor Bryan Issues Proclamations Recognizing Special Days, Weeks, and Months in October 2025

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has issued a series of proclamations designating important observances throughout October 2025, calling upon Virgin Islanders to reflect, honor, and take action in recognition of significant historical events, public safety efforts, health awareness campaigns, and cultural milestones. “Each of these observances reminds us of the shared history,
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October 2, 2025

Governor Bryan Takes Action on Legislative Measures; Signs FY 2026 Budget and Issue Targeted Vetoes to Safeguard Checks and Balances and Fiscal Stability

U.S. Virgin Islands — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. today outlined the actions his administration is taking following the Legislature’s Sept. 17 regular session. He signed the FY 2026 budget to keep core services funded, renewed group health coverage for public employees and retirees to prevent any gap in care, ratified a coastal zone permit to support
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October 2, 2025

Government House Condemns Reckless Daily News Reporting on Governor’s Absence from Briefing

U.S. Virgin Islands — Government House strongly condemns the Virgin Islands Daily News for its reckless and misleading report suggesting that Governor Albert Bryan Jr. “skipped” Monday’s weekly press briefing. That claim is both false and irresponsible. The facts are clear. Governor Bryan was officially out of the territory from Monday, September 22, through Sunday, September 28,
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September 30, 2025

Governor Bryan Commemorates 147th Anniversary of Contract Day

U.S. Virgin Islands — Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. today released the following statement in observance of 147th anniversary of Contract Day: “On Oct. 1, 1878, Mary ‘Queen Mary’ Thomas, Mathilda ‘Queen Mathilda’ McBean and Axelline ‘Queen Agnes’ Salomon stood against an unjust system that bound workers under the harsh terms of the Labor Act of 1849.
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September 30, 2025

Government House Announces Governor’s 2025 Workforce Summit and Swearing-In of Vincent Roberts

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— At today’s weekly press briefing, Government House announced two significant events that reflect Gov. Albert Bryan Jr.’s commitment to preparing Virgin Islanders for the future and strengthening leadership within the Government of the Virgin Islands. The 2025 Governor’s Workforce Summit will open Tuesday, September 30, on St. Croix at Caribbean Cinemas from
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September 29, 2025