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DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 
       
 
 
March 9, 2026 
 
Senator Avery L. Lewis 
Senator 36th Legislature of the United States Virgin Islands 
P.O. Box 1690 
St. Thomas, VI, 00804 
 
 
Dear Honorable Senator Avery L. Lewis, 
 
Please accept this letter as my request to be excused from attendance at today’s Senate hearing 
regarding Bill No. 36-0233. Unfortunately, I am unable to attend due to a personal matter that 
requires my immediate attention. 
 
Although I cannot be present, I would like to express my full support for the amendment of Bill 
No. 36-0233 and appreciate the Senate’s time and consideration in reviewing this matter. 
 
Thank you for your understanding. 
 
 
Sincerely, 
 
 
 
Kevin McCurdy 
Commissioner 
 
 
 
 
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