Press Release

In the midst of this COVID-19 pandemic, Lieutenant Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq., reminds Medicare beneficiaries that COVID-19 tests can be paid for by Medicare. Under the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, Medicare services are provided by the Virgin Islands State Health Insurance Assistance Program (VI SHIP) Medicare offices on St. Thomas and...

Lieutenant Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq in his capacity as the Commissioner of Insurance, is pleased to inform all USAA policyholders in the Virgin Islands that a COVID-19 dividend will be paid in the form of a credit to their property and casualty insurance bill. “We were informed directly by USAA that policyholders will receive the...

Lieutenant Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq in his capacity as Chairman of the Virgin Islands Banking Board has issued an order to the Territory’s banks advising them that the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Stimulus Payment is exempt from garnishment for outstanding loans, overdraft fees and other fees that a customer...

I extend greetings in observance of the holy week to the entire Virgin Islands community. Traditionally observed as holidays throughout the Territory, the upcoming days provide great historic and religious significance. In reverence of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter, we recognize the importance of unwavering faith. During these current...

Lieutenant Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq in his capacity as Chairman of the Virgin Islands Banking Board, has ordered all banks and loan servicers licensed and doing business in the Territory to provide financial relief for individuals, families, and businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, consistent with the recently passed CARES...