Legislature of the USVI

ST. CROIX, VI – The Committee on Economic Development and Agriculture, led by Senator Hubert L. Frederick met in the Fritz E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room. Lawmakers received testimony from the Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs concerning the Department’s oversight and enforcement responsibilities, consumer protection efforts and market conditions affecting gasoline and diesel prices. Additionally, the Committee received testimony from the Department of Tourism regarding the recent loss of Spirit Airlines to the territory, including the effect on airlift capacity, tourism, residents, business travel, and the territory’s economy. Lawmakers also considered measures that would establish the Virgin Islands Hall of Fame Registry within the Department of Tourism, as well as a measure requiring the Department of Agriculture to establish and manage a 30 acre orchard in St. Croix. Approved items on today’s agenda will be sent to the Committee on Rules and Judiciary for further consideration and action.