The Speech from the Throne outlines the Government’s legislative agenda for the new session of the House of Assembly. In presenting the agenda, the Governor said that during this session government will focus on introducing and amending different pieces of legislation under the theme, 'going green, going smart'.

“Our government will bring forward different pieces of legislation this upcoming session designed to benefit the people socially and economically. Our government will deliberate each piece of legislation within the context of smart strategies, green development, economic stability and empowerment of the people to ensure transformation and long term resilience of the Virgin Islands,” the Governor read.

As it relates to the green intention, the Governor indicated that Government is developing a platform to drive green innovation. He also noted that efforts will be made to develop both the blue and green economy of the Territory.

On the other hand, it was mentioned that the long-promised e-payment system will be provided for legislatively as part of the digital transformation section of government’s agenda.

The Governor said, “Our Government will bring forward a longstanding suite of electronic legislation to support to support the comprehensive digital transformation of the public service and improve e-payments for the for customers. The bills include data protection electronic filings, electronic funds transfer, and electronic transactions.”