36th Legislature Calendar
July 20, 2026 – July 31, 2026
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2026
Committee on Health, Hospitals and Human Services
10:00 A.M.
Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall
Please be advised that the Committee on Health, Hospitals & Human Services will be conducting a hearing on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. in the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall, on St. Thomas.
BLOCK I
The Committee will receive testimony regarding the potential and observed public health risks associated with prolonged exposure to untreated sewage throughout the Territory, including a detailed assessment of the risks of waterborne and airborne illnesses, the potential contamination of groundwater, coastal waters, and surrounding environments, and the impact of untreated sewage exposure on vulnerable populations, including children, seniors, individuals with compromised immune systems, and persons with respiratory or chronic health conditions.
The members will also receive information on any public advisories, warnings, mitigation measures, or emergency responses issued by the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority, as well as any coordination, communication, or joint response efforts with the Virgin Islands Department of Health and other relevant agencies to address and mitigate the public health concerns associated with untreated sewage exposure.
Invited Testifier:
Mr. Hannibal “Mike” Ware, Executive Director, Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority
BLOCK II
The members will receive testimony regarding cancer in the Virgin Islands, available patient services and support programs, and opportunities for governmental agencies, healthcare providers, nonprofit organizations, and community partners to support the Charlotte Kimelman Cancer Center once it becomes operational.
Invited Testifiers:
Honorable Justa E. Encarnacion, Commissioner, VI Department of Health
Mr. Darryl Smalls, Executive Director, Facilities & Capital Development Territorial Hospital Redevelopment Team
Ms. Darlene A. Baptiste, MA Ed, RTT, EMT, CPM, Territorial Chief Executive Officer, SRMC & JFLMC
THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2026
Committee on Budget, Appropriations and Finance
10:00 A.M.
Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room
The Committee on Budget, Appropriations and Finance will meet on Thursday, July 23, 2026, 10:00 A.M. in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room on St. Croix to receive testimony on the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget.
BLOCK I 10:00 A.M.
Office of the Governor
Invited Testifier:
Kevin A. Williams, Sr., Chief of Staff
BLOCK II
Office of the Lieutenant Governor 1:00 P.M.
Invited Testifier:
Nadja Harrigan, Esq., Chief of Staff
BLOCK III 3:00 P.M.
Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Invited Testifier:
Barbara Jackson-McIntosh, Director
FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2026
Committee on Budget, Appropriations and Finance
9:00 A.M.
Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room
The Committee on Budget, Appropriations and Finance will meet on Friday, July 24, 2026, 9:00 A.M. in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room on St. Croix to receive testimony on the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget.
BLOCK I 9:00 A.M.
Office of the Territorial Public Defender
Invited Testifier:
Jomo Meade, Esq., Chief Territorial Public Defender
BLOCK II 11:00 A.M.
Legal Services of the Virgin Islands
Invited Testifier:
Shelby King Gaddy, Esq., Executive Director
BLOCK III 1:00 P.M.
Public Employees Relations Board
Invited Testifier:
Pierna Jacobs-Feldman, Chairperson
3:00 P.M.
VI Labor Management Committee
Invited Testifier:
Yirah Tutein, Executive Director
