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Stacey Plaskett is a U.S. Representative for the U.S. Virgin Islands, having served since January 6, 2015. A member of the Democratic Party, she has focused on legislation that addresses the unique needs and challenges of her constituents in the Virgin Islands. Plaskett has been involved in various legislative efforts, particularly in areas such as economic development, education, and healthcare. She is the first woman to represent the Virgin Islands in Congress and has played a significant role in advocating for the territory's interests at the federal level.
This Black Maternal Health Week, we confront the glaring reality that Black women in America are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications across socioeconomic criteria and education than similarly situated White…
I thank Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus- McCormick, as well as her co-chair, Congressman Jonathan Jackson, who have led this Special Order hour for some time now, bringing to America, as well as to other Members of Congress, the issues that…
The time for dawdling, procrastinating, and pointless disputes has long expired. This body has become consumed with self-serving ambition and such a manufactured divide that we have forgotten that this Nation has and must continue to be a…
Well before equality for women was discussed in the U.S. mainland, the Virgin Islands have lauded, uplifted, and seen women fighters and leaders. All Virgin Islands' children know the stories of our queens, but our girls have a wealth of…
This Women's History Month, we find ourselves confronted by the regressive forces of Donald Trump and extreme MAGA Republicans. This faction seeks to propel our Nation backwards at the sacrifice of centuries of progress and the well-being…
At the end of the day, the purpose of this hearing is to minimize what happened on January 6th and the lawful prosecution of individuals who were engaged in that practice.
This week heralds Virgin Islands History Month. It is the beginning of a monthlong celebration in the Virgin Islands of our history. My being on the House floor as a representative, representing my people of the Virgin Islands, is the…
I thank the gentlewoman from Washington for the opportunity to speak on this matter, and I thank my colleagues on both sides of the aisle for really digging into this information and recognizing the potential national security interests as…
On the second anniversary of Russia's invasion, I reaffirm America's steadfast support of Ukraine. This is not merely a gesture of international solidarity. It is a strategic imperative of the U.S. Our commitment to Ukraine extends beyond…
Trump has said that he plans to make all Federal career employees, 50,000 firable at will by the President
Today, I honor the St. Croix Avis, our cherished newspaper, as it has concluded a remarkable 180-year journey leaving a legacy that is both historic and deeply rooted in our community. Established in 1844, the St. Croix Avis was a beacon…
This month of January has been National Poverty in America Awareness Month. The grim reality is that over 40 million Americans, including nearly 20 percent of individuals in my home of the Virgin Islands and 30 percent of children there…
This bipartisan bill creates a grant program at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for renewable energy development in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
This bipartisan bill would prioritize broadband grant and loan applications from small ports in rural areas.
He has promised to strip immigrants, if elected again, of their benefits and work permits.
Today I rise in recognition of Veterans Day to honor the brave souls from the Virgin Islands and throughout the Nation for their selfless and valiant service. In the Virgin Islands, our veterans' spirit of service is a beacon of…
I come before you today in support of my colleague Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib. All Members of Congress are entitled to freedom of speech. We also recognize that words matter and that they have the power to uplift or to harm others. While…
We have had members of the Republican Conference make floor speeches about the great replacement theory that is suggestive of white nationalism. As a Black woman, I am offended. Will you censure the co-chair of your Conference, Mr…
We need to uplift. We need to allow free speech. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentlewoman from the Virgin Islands is no longer recognized.
I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from the Virgin Islands will be postponed. Amendment No. 38 Offered by Mr. Tiffany The Acting…
Let me just say that private media companies acting in their own business interest and in the understood interest of public health in the midst of global pandemics are going to do what they think is best for their bottom line. That is what…
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Strike subsection (d) of section 7070. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 723, the gentlewoman…
This amendment would strike Section 8149 from the bill, removing language banning the Department of Defense from classifying or facilitating the classification of any communications by a United States person as misinformation…
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