OFFICE OF Phone: 340) 774-4750 THE COMMMISSIONER Fax: (340) 776-4028 GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE May 29, 2025 The Honorable Milton E. Potter Senate President 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands Capital Building, P.O. Box 1690 St. Thomas, VI, 00804 Dear Honorable Senate President Potter, I hope this message finds you well. I want to express my gratitude for the invitation to testify before the Committee of the Whole regarding Bill #35-0085, scheduled for June 2, 2025. I sincerely appreciate your efforts to engage the community on such an important matter. Regrettably, due to existing commitments, including my preparations for the prior Senate hearing and the upcoming budget overview on June 3, 2025, I will be unable to attend this particular hearing. I deeply value the opportunity to share my perspectives on this legislation and am disappointed that I cannot participate in person. I remain committed to contributing to this discussion and would be more than willing to provide my input in writing or to join in on a future occasion that aligns better with my schedule. Thank you for your understanding, and I look forward to continuing our dialogue on this significant issue. Warm regards, Kevin McCurdy Commissioner Mailing Address: 2314 Kronprindsens Gade Charlotte Amalie, VI 00802 Street Address: 76 Kronprindsens Gade Charlotte Amalie, VI 00802 Docusign Envelope ID: AF9AB15D-1994-4880-8CF7-8BDA99D50228