Legislature Approves December 6th as Alicia “Chucky” Hansen Day to Honor Late Senator

Bill 35-0416 celebrates the unmatched contributions of Alicia “Chucky” Hansen, the longest-serving senator from St. Croix and the territory’s most prolific vote-getter, as a day of observance

December 6th will soon be observed as Alicia “Chucky” Hansen Day in honor of the local politician held in high esteem by a large swath of the Virgin Islands public. Legislation to establish the day of observance for the now-deceased legislator was introduced by Senator Javan James during a legislative session on Wednesday. Bill 35-0416 will honor and commend Alicia “Chucky” Hansen posthumously for her “unmatched and immeasurable service and dedication to the people of the Virgin Islands, the Caribbean and the United States”. The bill also considers her tenure as the “longest-serving senator from the district of St. Croix and the highest vote-getter in the territory’s history.”

Former Senator Hansen died on October 2nd, 2023 at the age of 70. Described as an emblematic figure in the territory, Ms. Hansen served for eleven terms. On Wednesday, multiple members of the 35th Legislature rose in support of Bill 35-0416. “Chucky was my friend,” said Senator Alma Francis Heyliger. “She spoke her mind, she defended the people of this territory, and she was duly rewarded by the people for it.” Senator Dwayne DeGraff referred to her as a “cornerstone” in his legislative career. “[She] taught me all the little tricks of the trade,” he said.