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36-0111

An Act appropriating $20,000,000 from the Settlement Agreement between the Government of the Virgin Islands and the Estate of Jeffrey E. Epstein; Darren K. Indyke, in his individual capacity and in his capacity as the Co-Executor for the Estate of Jeffery E. Epstein and Administrator of The 1953 Trust; Richard D. Kahn, in his individual capacity and in his capacity as Co-Executor of the Estate of Jeffery E. Epstein and Administrator of The 1953 Trust; The 1953 Trust; Plan D, LLC; Great St. Jim, LLC; Nautilus, Inc.; Hyperion Air, LLC; Poplar, Inc.; Southern Trust Company, Inc.; Maple, Inc.; and Laurel, Inc. (collectively Defendants) to the Department of Public Works for the design and construction of a nursing home on St. Croix and a nursing home on St. Thomas

2025-2026 Regular Session

Virgin Islands allocates $20 million from Epstein estate settlement to build nursing homes on St. Croix and St. Thomas, addressing healthcare infrastructure needs.

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Bill Summary · 36-0111

Legislative bill overview

This bill appropriates $20 million from a settlement agreement with the estate of Jeffrey E. Epstein and related entities to fund the design and construction of two nursing homes—one on St. Croix and one on St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The funds come from legal proceedings involving Epstein's estate and associated trusts and companies.

Why is this important

The Virgin Islands faces significant healthcare infrastructure gaps, particularly long-term care facilities. This appropriation represents a substantial capital investment from settlement proceeds to address a critical public health need while utilizing funds from a high-profile legal settlement.

Potential points of contention

  • Source sensitivity: The Epstein estate connection may generate public controversy despite the settlement's legal validity, potentially affecting community perception of the facilities
  • Project oversight and accountability: Ensuring the $20 million is efficiently spent on quality nursing home construction requires robust project management, cost controls, and transparent reporting mechanisms
  • Adequacy of funding: $20 million may be insufficient for two full-service nursing home facilities across two islands, raising questions about capacity, quality standards, and whether additional funding will be needed

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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