RECOGNIZING VIRGIN ISLANDS YOUTH

On 2025-04-29, Representative Stacey E. Plaskett (D-VI) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING VIRGIN ISLANDS YOUTH" in the House.

RECOGNIZING VIRGIN ISLANDS YOUTH

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. ____________________