Stacey E. Plaskett
Representative for Virgin Islands · Democratic · United States
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [House] [Page H1693] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING VIRGIN ISLANDS YOUTH (Ms.”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [House] [Page H1693] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING VIRGIN ISLANDS YOUTH (Ms.”
“They represent the potential and promise of our home. As always, the small geographic space called the Virgin Islands does big ``tings.'' These students are an example of the potential of the Virgin Islands. These are the future scientists, engineers, and innovators of America. I thank the coaches and families for supporting our youth.”
“They represent the potential and promise of our home. As always, the small geographic space called the Virgin Islands does big ``tings.'' These students are an example of the potential of the Virgin Islands. These are the future scientists, engineers, and innovators of America. I thank the coaches and families for supporting our youth.”
“Mr. Speaker, I stand here appalled and terribly disappointed at the actions of the Republican majority and the brazen cruelty and flagrant deceit with which Republicans in Congress and the Trump-Musk administration are trying to shove this fallacy down the throats of everyday American people.”
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“They represent the potential and promise of our home. As always, the small geographic space called the Virgin Islands does big ``tings.'' These students are an example of the potential of the Virgin Islands. These are the future scientists, engineers, and innovators of America. I thank the coaches and families for supporting our youth. I congratulate the students. I know they will represent us well in this week's competition and will remember to stay VI Strong. ____________________”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [House] [Page H1693] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING VIRGIN ISLANDS YOUTH (Ms. PLASKETT asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Ms. PLASKETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize another example of the fierce brilliance of Virgin Islands youth. This week, the champions of the U.S. Virgin Islands Regional Science Bowl, the St. Croix Educational High School and Church of God Holiness Academy, stand in Washington, D.C., not just as competitors but as symbols of excellence, Caribbean intellect, and Virgin Islands pride. They represent not just their school.”
“They represent the potential and promise of our home. As always, the small geographic space called the Virgin Islands does big ``tings.'' These students are an example of the potential of the Virgin Islands. These are the future scientists, engineers, and innovators of America. I thank the coaches and families for supporting our youth. I congratulate the students. I know they will represent us well in this week's competition and will remember to stay VI Strong. ____________________”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [House] [Page H1693] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING VIRGIN ISLANDS YOUTH (Ms. PLASKETT asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Ms. PLASKETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize another example of the fierce brilliance of Virgin Islands youth. This week, the champions of the U.S. Virgin Islands Regional Science Bowl, the St. Croix Educational High School and Church of God Holiness Academy, stand in Washington, D.C., not just as competitors but as symbols of excellence, Caribbean intellect, and Virgin Islands pride. They represent not just their school.”
“They are also fed up with the cruelty, the lack of humanity, and the willingness to help everyday Americans who are being exploited by this. They are exposed.”
“Mr. Speaker, I stand here appalled and terribly disappointed at the actions of the Republican majority and the brazen cruelty and flagrant deceit with which Republicans in Congress and the Trump-Musk administration are trying to shove this fallacy down the throats of everyday American people. Nearly one in three Americans count on Medicaid. Yet Republicans are pushing a cut of at least $880 billion in Medicaid. What is the purpose? This is the purpose. As I sit on the Committee on Ways and Means, I know that they must add $7 trillion, trillion with a t, in giveaways to billionaire donors and big corporations, while ripping healthcare and food away from veterans, seniors, and children. Mr. Speaker, yes, Americans are fed up with the chaos.”