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36-0124

An act repealing title 18, Virgin Islands Code, chapter 1, section 2 and enacting provisions to allow government employees seeking elected office to maintain their employment

2025-2026 Regular Session

Allows government employees running for elected office to keep their jobs while campaigning, removing the current requirement to resign.

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Bill Summary · 36-0124

Summary of Bill 36-0124

Overview

Bill 36-0124, titled “An act repealing title 18, Virgin Islands Code, chapter 1, section 2 and enacting provisions to allow government employees seeking elected office to maintain their employment,” is currently introduced. The bill aims to repeal a specific existing provision and replace it with new rules that would permit government employees who are candidates for elected office to retain their government employment.

What the bill would do

  • Repeal: Title 18, Virgin Islands Code, chapter 1, section 2.
  • Enact: New provisions that allow government employees who are seeking elected office to maintain their current employment with the government, rather than being compelled to separate from service or take other actions to pursue candidacy.

Note: The exact language, definitions (e.g., who counts as a “government employee,” what kinds of elected offices are covered, and any conditions or exceptions), and operational details are not provided in the summary you supplied. The full text would specify eligibility, duties, leave or compensation rules, conflicts of interest, and enforcement.

Key provisions (as stated)

  • Repeal of a preexisting section (Title 18, VI Code, Chap. 1, Sec. 2).
  • Establishment of provisions to allow government employees to seek elected office without forfeiting or interrupting their employment.

Because the exact text is not included, the precise requirements, limitations, and procedural steps are not yet visible here.

Affected parties

  • Government employees considering running for elected office (potentially including all or specific categories of public employees).
  • Government agencies and departments employing those workers.
  • The Office or officeholders who are impacted by the balance between employment duties and candidacy.

Potential impacts and considerations

  • Accessibility for employees pursuing public office by reducing the immediate need to resign.
  • Potential ongoing obligations for employees as officeholders (e.g., conflicts of interest, campaign activities, and time management).
  • Operational considerations for agencies to maintain staffing during campaigns if employees remain on payroll.
  • Any need for clarifying ethics, disclosure, or compliance requirements remains to be seen in the full text.

Legislative timeline and status

  • Introduced: July 7, 2025 (received).
  • Legislative actions: To Senate on July 22, 2025; listed as introduced on July 23, 2025.
  • Status: Introduced (no enacted status yet).

Next steps

  • Review the full bill text for precise definitions, eligibility, duties, and any limitations or deadlines.
  • Monitor committee referrals, hearings, and potential amendments as the bill progresses through the legislative process.
  • Track final floor votes and any enacted revisions to understand the full impact on government employment and electoral participation.

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

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