The Virgin Islands of the United States, also known as the United States Virgin Islands or U.S. Virgin Islands, are comprised of a group of Caribbean islands that are an insular area of the United States. Geographically, they are part of the Virgin Islands archipelago in the Leeward Islands of the Lesser Antilles. The islands making up the U.S. Virgin Islands are Saint Croix, Saint John, Saint Thomas, Water Island, and other smaller islands.
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Election System of the Virgin Islands
The office of the Supervisor and Board of Elections are introduced here, along with voter information, including voter registration, rights and responsibilities, absentee procedures, military or overseas voting procedures, and access to various forms and documents. - Election System of the Virgin Islands
http://www.vivote.gov/
Legislature of the United States Virgin Islands
The Legislature is one of three co-equal branches of government, responsible for passing the laws for the people of the U.S. Virgin Islands, conducting fact-finding and other investigations, considering requests or petitions, and confirming officers appointed by the Governor. Its history, responsibilities, and calendars are posted. - Legislature of the United States Virgin Islands
http://www.legvi.org/
Lieutenant Governor of the United States Virgin Islands
Biographical and contact information for the Lieutenant Governor are posted, along with details of the responsibilities of the office. Other resources includes an overview of the governmental structure, GIS images of the islands, and announcements. - Lieutenant Governor of the United States Virgin Islands
http://ltg.gov.vi/
Superior Court of the Virgin Islands
The Superior Court is the trial court of general jurisdiction for the United States Virgin Islands. An overview of the Court includes its history, jurisdictions and responsibilities, along with court calendars, opinions, rules, and access to various forms. - Superior Court of the Virgin Islands
http://www.visuperiorcourt.org/
Supreme Court of the United States Virgin Islands
The Supreme Court is the appellate court of the U.S. Virgin Islands that hears appeals decided by the Superior Court. Serving to facilitate the sharing of information on matters relating to the Supreme Court, the site cites court rules, opinions, and orders, along with fee schedules, and contact data. - Supreme Court of the United States Virgin Islands
http://www.visupremecourt.org/
Maps of St. Thomas and St. John, of the United States Virgin Islands, are available, along with buying guides, an events schedule, and featured articles on a variety of topics. Local coupons are also posted to the site. - This Week
http://www.virginislandsthisweek.com/
U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Education
The DOE is an executive department of the government of the Virgin Islands, headquartered in St. Thomas, and functioning as both a local and state-level education agency. Its mission, goals and responsibilities are outlined, and the schools within the system are profiled. - U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Education
http://www.doe.vi/
U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Labor
The governmental agency is charged with administering a system of programs and services designed ot develop, protect and maintain a viable workforce on the United States Virgin Islands. Its programs and services are outlined, and various forms and other resources are made available through the site. - U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Labor
http://www.vidol.gov/
United States District Court of the Virgin Islands
With offices in St. Thomas and St. Croix, the court's docket, opinions, local rules, and general orders are posted, along with access to various forms, and an overview of its programs and services. - United States District Court of the Virgin Islands
http://www.vid.uscourts.gov/
United States Virgin Islands Police Department
The VIPD is the chief law enforcement agency of the United States territory of the Virgin Islands. Its mission and departmental objectives are stated, along with an overview of the department, its policies, procedures, and programs. - United States Virgin Islands Police Department
http://www.vipd.gov.vi/
University of the Virgin Islands
UVI is a public university with two campuses, one on St. Croix, the other on St. Thomas, both in the United States Virgin Islands. A directory of programs and courses is featured, along with admissions requirements and contacts. - University of the Virgin Islands
http://www.uvi.edu/
Virgin Islands Bar Association
Along with the Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands, the Bar Association governs the practice of law in the United States Virgin Islands. Featured is a member directory, calendar of programs and events, and various resources for lawyers and the public. - Virgin Islands Bar Association
http://www.vibar.org/
Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue
The Bureau is responsible for administering and enforcing the internal revenue tax laws of the United States Virgin Islands. Online resources include federal income tax forms, a tax structure booklet, a tax calendar, and collection reports. - Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue
http://www.viirb.com/
Virgin Islands Council on the Arts
VICA is an agency of the government of the United States Virgin Islands, operating within the Department of Planning and Natural Resources. An overview of the agency is featured, along with its grant programs, services, and contacts. - Virgin Islands Council on the Arts
http://www.vicouncilonarts.org/
The VIEO serves as the primary administrator of energy programs in the United States Virgin Islands. Its history, responsibilities and administrative structure are outlined, along with contact data, news releases, and access to various fact sheets and reports. - Virgin Islands Energy Office
http://www.vienergy.org/
Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority
The VIHFA is charged with originating programs to create an adequate supply of affordable housing to meet the needs of the United States Virgin Islands. Information on such topics as homeownership programs, federal programs, counseling services, collection and servicing are featured. - Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority
http://www.vihfa.gov/
Virgin Islands Humanities Council
The VIHC is a private, non-profit organization associated with the National Endowment for the Humanities, a federal algency, charged with supporting research, education and the promotion of public projects in the humanities within the U.S. Virgin Islands. Its programs, projects, grants, and calendars are posted. - Virgin Islands Humanities Council
http://www.vihumanities.org/
An interactive map of the United States Virgin Islands offers a travel guide to the island chain, with specific information on the islands of St. Thomas, St. John, St. Croix, Tortola, Jost Van Dyke, Anegada, Virgin Gorda, Salt Island, Ginger Island, Cooper Island, Peter Island, and Norman Island. - Virgin Islands Map
http://www.virginislandsmap.com/
The strategic plan, mission, history, and organizational structure of the National Guard are highlighted, along with an overview of its services and responsibilities, job vacancies, and contacts. - Virgin Islands National Guard
http://www.vi.ngb.army.mil/
Virgin Islands Olympic Committee
The history and organizational structure of the U.S. Virgin Islands Olympic Committee are presented, along with its various federations, sponsorship programs, and volunteer opportunities. - Virgin Islands Olympic Committee
http://www.virginislandsolympics.com/
The VIPA is a semi-autonomous agency that owns and operates the two airports and most of the public seaports in the United States Virgin Islands, and is charged with controlling the harbors in the territory. Its history, responsibilities, and assets are discussed. - Virgin Islands Port Authority
http://www.viport.com/
Virgin Islands Public Library System
The Division of Libraries, Archives and Museums is administered by the Department of Planning and Natural Resources. Featured is an event calendar, library catalog, and a variety of electronic resources, along with profiles of libraries, museums, and public archives. - Virgin Islands Public Library System
http://www.virginislandspubliclibraries.org/
This guide to the United States Virgin Islands includes specific information on the islands of St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John, as well as a more general tourist guide, and a directory of business, market, and governmental resources. - Virgin Voices
http://www.usvi.net/