Press Releases

WASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett, a Member of the House Committee on Agriculture and the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, released the following statement announcing an important Grant for the Virgin Islands: “I am proud to announce that the Virgin Islands will receive the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Grant from the… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC– Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett, a Member of the House Committee on Agriculture and the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, issued the following statement after the announcement by President Trump regarding rural broadband being included in his infrastructure proposal: “Broadband is not a luxury it is a necessity. Affordable broadband is a building block… Read more »

Washington, DC – Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett, a Member of the House Committee on Agriculture and the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, issued the following statement condemning the senseless violence at a Congressional baseball practice in Virginia while offering sympathy for the victims: “The senseless attack that took place this morning targeting members of… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Virgin Islands Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett issued the following statement on the 2017 celebration of Caribbean-American History Month: “It brings me great pride to join Virgin Islanders and others across the country in celebrating Caribbean-American Heritage Month. As a Virgin Islander and an Afro-Caribbean woman, I am proud to celebrate the life, legacy and… Read more »

Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett released the following statement about the start of Ramadan, Muslims’ most sacred month of the year: “The holy month of Ramadan is a sacred time of study, sacrifice and spiritual renewal. Muslims In the Virgin Islands and around the world join in this holy occasion that brings loved ones together. “We are also reminded during this time of the rich… Read more »

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS—Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett issued the following statement in commemoration of Memorial Day: "Memorial Day is the time when our nation gathers to honor the men and women who have selflessly defended this country and have paid the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our democratic principles. The Virgin Islands proudly served and sacrificed its sons and daughters to… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC—Virgin Islands Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett issued the following statement regarding the release of the president’s budget today: "Budgets are about priorities, and this President’s priorities are clear. This budget hollows out our economy and endangers working families in the Virgin Islands and across this nation. The $2.5 trillion in cuts to entitlement programs,… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC—Virgin Islands Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett issued the following statement in light of news that the Justice Department is appointing former FBI Director Robert Muller as a special counsel to investigate Russia's involvement in the 2016 presidential election. "On April 4th of this year I sent a letter to the Department of Justice asking that they appoint a special… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC—Virgin Islands Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett recently introduced legislation aimed at providing parity for U.S. territories in federal health care programs like Medicaid and Medicare. The Improving the Treatment of the U.S. Territories Under Federal Health Programs Act of 2017 (H.R.2404) would eliminate existing inequalities the territories face under Medicaid and… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC— Virgin Islands Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett issued the following statement in recognition of National Police Week: National Police Week is a solemn reminder of the courage and sacrifice of our law enforcement officers in the U.S. Virgin Islands and across the country. These brave men and women risk their lives every day to ensure the safety and security of our… Read more »