Government House - Legislature Must Act

Saying that failure to act will kill the landmark agreement to revitalize horseracing in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Governor Mapp has called the 32nd Legislature into Special Session on May 10, 2017. Without amendments to prohibit doping of horses and to consolidate the horseracing commissions, the $30 million private sector investment and all associated economic opportunities remain in jeopardy. The Governor is urging senators to approve these crucial measures so construction can begin on St. Thomas and St. Croix. The project will create many new jobs and afford training and scholarships for young Virgin Islanders.