Stacey E. Plaskett
Delegate · U.S. Virgin Islands · Democrat
Statements and posts
151 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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All 151 statements
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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CONDEMNS BRUTAL ATTACK ON YOUNG MAN
Condemned brutal attack on young man and urged investigation as hate crime.
“To this young man and his family: you are not alone. Our community stands with you, and we are praying for your healing.”
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Announced chief of staff departure to join private sector law and government relations firm.
“Angeline has been an invaluable member of our team and a trusted adviser throughout her tenure in my office”
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Celebrated National Park Service designation of Charlotte Amalie as American World War II Heritage City.
“I commend the Virgin Islands State Historic Preservation Office, the St. Thomas Historical Trust, our veterans’ organizations, and every community member who has worked to document, protect, and teach this history. Their efforts ensure that the sacrifices of that generation of Virgin Islanders remain part of who we are”
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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT CELERATES VIRGIN ISLANDS-PUERTO RICO FRIENDSHIP DAY
Celebrated Virgin Islands-Puerto Rico Friendship Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day.
“The Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico are bound by far more than the waters between us”
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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT MOURNS THE PASSING OF CALYPSO LEGEND - THE MIGHTY SPARROW
Issued statement mourning the passing of calypso musician Slinger Francisco.
“Sparrow was known as the 'Calypso King of the World. He was a master storyteller and social commentator who used his wit and his music to hold a mirror up to society, and he carried our region's culture to stages around the globe.”
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Welcoming Pastor Dexter Skepple
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to welcome Pastor Dexter Skepple, Senior Pastor of Speak the Word Ministries to the Well of the House, and to thank him for offering this morning's opening prayer. For more than twenty-five years, Pastor Skepple has served as a faith leader in the United States Virgin…
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Celebrated House passage of bill designating Christiansted Bandstand as Peter G. Thurland, Sr., Bandstand.
“I am pleased that the House has passed H.R. 8121 to designate the Christiansted Bandstand as the Peter G. Thurland, Sr., Bandstand”
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Peter G. Thurland, SR., Bandstand
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 8121, legislation I introduced to designate the Christiansted Bandstand in Christiansted, St. Croix, in the Virgin Islands of the United States as the Peter G. Thurland, Sr., Bandstand. Mr. Speaker, I thank Chairman Westerman, Ranking Member Huffman,…
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Announced district office closures for Congressional Black Caucus Foundation conference.
“Each year, the Annual Legislative Conference brings together Black leaders, advocates, and policymakers from across this country and the diaspora to confront the issues that shape our communities—economic opportunity, health care, education, and the full and equal participation of every American in our democracy.”
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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT SENDS PRAYERS TO PRIME MINISTER TERRANCE DREW OF ST. KITTS AND NEVIS
Sent prayers and well-wishes to Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis.
“My thoughts and prayers are with Prime Minister Terrance Drew, his family, and the people of St. Kitts and Nevis as he receives care. Dr. Drew has given himself to his people twice over — first as a physician and now as the leader of his nation — and I am praying for his full and swift recovery.”
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Praised House passage of two-year extension of Haiti and African trade preference programs.
“This is the certainty that Haitian workers, families, and their partners in American industry have been waiting for. After these programs lapsed last fall and were restored for fifteen months, we have finally given them a runway.”
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USDA APPROVES DISASTER DESIGNATION FOR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS DUE TO DROUGHT
Announced USDA disaster designation for U.S. Virgin Islands due to drought.
“Our farmers have carried the weight of this drought for months, and this designation is a critical first step toward getting them the relief they need”
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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT EXPRESSES CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF ISIDORE “I.G.” GRILES, JR.
Expressed condolences on the passing of community leader Isidore Griles Jr.
“I was saddened to learn of the passing Mr. Griles. He was a son of Frederiksted who carried our town with him in everything he did. His life was one spent close to family, close to community, and close to the music that shaped him. Mr. Griles always had a pleasant word to share and smile to give.”
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Congratulated U.S. Virgin Islands Nike RBI 18U Girls Softball Team on World Series championship.
“These young women did an outstanding job and came out triumphant as World Series Champions”
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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT MOURNS PASSING OF VIRGIN ISLANDS' CULTURAL ICON BRADLEY CHRISTIAN
Released statement mourning Virgin Islands cultural icon Bradley Christian's passing.
“Today, the Virgin Islands lost a true keeper of our culture. Bradley Christian spent his life carrying forward traditions passed down through generations. He was known far beyond our shores for his beautifully crafted head wraps, but Bradley's gift was never just in the craft itself.”
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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT'S STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT TRUMP’S EXECUTIVE ORDERS ON BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP
Criticized Trump executive orders expanding restrictions on birthright citizenship.
“This provision raises serious concerns regarding precedent and represents a troubling escalation in this Administration's approach to birthright citizenship in the territories – which should not be in question.”
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PLASKETT MEETS WITH GOVERNOR BRYAN, VIRGIN ISLANDS LEGISLATURE ON HUD FUNDING FREEZE
Met with Virgin Islands officials regarding HUD funding freeze and sent letters to HUD.
“This morning I will be meeting with Governor Bryan and members of the Virgin Islands Legislature regarding the notice from HUD on the freeze of funding”
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Introduced bills to name VA clinics after two Virgin Islands veterans.
“Today, I am pleased to introduce two bills to name VA facilities in the Virgin Islands in honor of Virgin Islands veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. The St. Thomas Community Based Outpatient Clinic will be named the ‘Sergeant First Class Floyd E.”
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Advanced legislation to rename Christiansted Bandstand after Peter G. Thurland, Sr.
“Today’s markup follows a hearing held by the House Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Federals Lands on July 1, 2026. Congresswoman Plaskett issued the following statement:”
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Opposed H.R. 9724 legislation that would strip automatic U.S. citizenship from children born in U.S. territories.
“Protecting the citizenship and constitutional rights of the people of the United States territories is among the most important work of my office.”
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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT EXPRESSES CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF CLAUDETTE "ADJOA" HINDS
Expressed condolences on the passing of Claudette Hinds of the U.S. Virgin Islands.
“HINDS U.S. Virgin Islands — Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (D-VI) released the following statement on the passing of Claudette”
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Criticized HUD suspension of disaster recovery funding to Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority.
“My office will continue to be available to support and leverage our relationships in Washington, D.C. to ensure that we come to a resolution that advances the people of the Virgin Islands.”
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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT MOURNS DEATH OF FOUR-YEAR-OLD BOY ON ST. CROIX
Mourned death of four-year-old boy killed by gunshot wound in St. Croix.
“Today, our territory is grieving the loss of a baby—a four-year-old boy whose life was taken far too soon. No family should ever have to bury a child, and no community should have to carry this kind of pain. My heart is broken for this little boy and for everyone who loved him.”
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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT STATEMENT ON THE 21ST CENTURY ROAD TO HOUSING ACT BECOMING LAW
Praised enactment of 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act establishing disaster recovery funding.
“The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act authorizes the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery program for three years and establishes a dedicated Long-Term Disaster Recovery Fund in the Treasury Department. For the people of St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St.”
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CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT EXPRESSES CONDOLENCES ON PASSING OF ATTORNEY MICHAEL JOSEPH
Released statement expressing condolences on death of Attorney Michael Joseph.
“I was saddened to hear of the passing of Attorney Michael Joseph, a man whose life reflected a genuine passion for the law and a deep commitment to serving the people of St. Croix.”
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