Generated by All in One SEO v4.8.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Sint Maarten Parliament ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://sxmparliament.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Parliament Latest News](https://sxmparliament.org/parliament-latest-news/) - [The Committee of General Affairs of Parliament to meet to receive an update on the respective themes of the Country Package](https://sxmparliament.org/the-committee-of-general-affairs-of-parliament-to-meet-to-receive-an-update-on-the-respective-themes-of-the-country-package/) - The Committee of General Affairs of Parliament is scheduled to meet on November 7, 2025. The Committee meeting is scheduled for Friday at 10.00 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The Minister of General Affairs will be in attendance. The agenda point is: Status update on the respective themes of the - [Continuation Public meeting of Parliament handling the draft National Ordinance containing rules regarding a basic payment account for consumers](https://sxmparliament.org/continuation-public-meeting-of-parliament-handling-the-draft-national-ordinance-containing-rules-regarding-a-basic-payment-account-for-consumers-2/) - The House of Parliament will sit in a Public meeting on November 6, 2025. This Public meeting was adjourned on October 30, 2025, and will be reconvened on Thursday at 15.00 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The Minister of Finance will return to Parliament to provide answers to the questions - [The Committee of Justice of Parliament to meet with the CLIMB Foundation for a presentation on research studies conducted at the Point Blanche Prison and the Miss Lalie Center](https://sxmparliament.org/the-committee-of-justice-of-parliament-to-meet-with-the-climb-foundation-for-a-presentation-on-research-studies-conducted-at-the-point-blanche-prison-and-the-miss-lalie-center/) - The Committee of Justice of Parliament will meet on November 6, 2025. The Committee meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 14.00 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. Representatives of the CLIMB Foundation will be in attendance. The agenda point is: Presentation by the CLIMB Foundation on research studies conducted at the - [Central Committee meeting of Parliament regarding the presentation of the 2024 Ombudsman Annual Report](https://sxmparliament.org/central-committee-meeting-of-parliament-regarding-the-presentation-of-the-2024-ombudsman-annual-report/) - The House of Parliament will sit in a Central Committee meeting on November 6, 2025. The Central Committee meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 10.00 hrs. in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The Ombudsman will be in attendance. The agenda point is: Presentation Annual Report 2024 - Ombudsman - [Central Committee meeting of Parliament regarding the presentation of the 2024 Social Economic Council Annual Report](https://sxmparliament.org/central-committee-meeting-of-parliament-regarding-the-presentation-of-the-2024-social-economic-council-annual-report/) - The House of Parliament will sit in a Central Committee meeting on November 4, 2025. The Central Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday at 10.00 hrs. in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. Representatives of the Social Economic Council (SER) will be in attendance. The agenda point is: - [Continuation Public meeting of Parliament handling the draft National Ordinance containing rules regarding a basic payment account for consumers](https://sxmparliament.org/continuation-public-meeting-of-parliament-handling-the-draft-national-ordinance-containing-rules-regarding-a-basic-payment-account-for-consumers/) - The House of Parliament will sit in a Public meeting on October 30, 2025. This Public meeting was adjourned on August 27, 2025, of the Parliamentary Year 2024-2025. The continuation was scheduled for September 17, 2025, but was postponed and due to a lack of quorum will be reconvened on Thursday at 14.00 hrs. in - [Public meeting of Parliament regarding Advice on the appointment of the Monument Council, Ratification Agreements Lists IPKO & the Re-appointment of the current Ombudsman](https://sxmparliament.org/public-meeting-of-parliament-regarding-advice-on-the-appointment-of-the-monument-council-ratification-agreements-lists-ipko-the-re-appointment-of-the-current-ombudsman/) - The Public meeting, which was postponed on October 28, 2025, due to technical difficulties will convene on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 11.00 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The agenda points are: Incoming documents Advice appointment of the Monument Council for the period of 2025-2029 (IS/1384/2024-2025 dated August 29, 2025) - [IPKO September 2025 concludes with visit to His Majesty the King and the signing of the Agreements List](https://sxmparliament.org/ipko-september-2025-concludes-with-visit-to-his-majesty-the-king-and-the-signing-of-the-agreements-list/) - On Monday, September 29, 2025, the Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultations continued. In the morning, delegations met separately to review the draft Agreements List. Following these discussions, the IPKO Presidium convened to amend and approve the draft before further handling in the plenary session. At midday, the delegations were received by His Majesty King Willem-Alexander at Palace - [IPKO Continues Discussions](https://sxmparliament.org/ipko-continues-discussions/) - On Saturday, September 27, 2025, the Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultations (IPKO), currently taking place in The Hague, continued with several sessions on topics of mutual interest to the delegations of the Parliaments of Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, and the States General of the Netherlands. The delegation of the Parliament of Sint Maarten actively participated in all - [Sint Maarten Delegation Participates in the 17th Gathering of the ParlAmericas Parliamentary Network for Gender Equality](https://sxmparliament.org/sint-maarten-delegation-participates-in-the-17th-gathering-of-the-parlamericas-parliamentary-network-for-gender-equality/) - A delegation from the Parliament of Sint Maarten participated in the 17th Gathering of the ParlAmericas Parliamentary Network for Gender Equality (PNGE), held under the theme “Beijing +30: Promoting Equality in a Changing World.” The conference, hosted at the Federal Senate of Brazil in Brasilia on September 25–26, brought together parliamentarians and experts from across - [Parliament Delegation Participates in Tripartite Meeting in The Hague](https://sxmparliament.org/parliament-delegation-participates-in-tripartite-meeting-in-the-hague/) - A delegation of Parliament, consisting of Members of the Committee of Kingdom Affairs and Interparliamentary Relations (CKAIR), or their substitutes, participated in a Tripartite meeting with delegations from the Parliaments of Aruba, Curaçao, and Sint Maarten on September 25, 2025, in The Hague, the Netherlands.The delegation led by Mrs. Sarah A. Wescot-Williams, President of Parliament, - [President of Parliament participates in several United Nations General Assembly 80 Sessions](https://sxmparliament.org/president-of-parliament-participates-in-several-united-nations-general-assembly-80-sessions/) - The President of Parliament, the Hon. Mrs. Sarah A. Wescot-Williams, actively participated in several sessions of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), held in New York, United States. On Monday, September 22, 2025, Mrs. Wescot-Williams attended the 2025 United Nations Day of Peace – First Ladies Becoming Actions for Peace: Ambition for Women as Key - [Public Meeting of Parliament no. 01](https://sxmparliament.org/public-meeting-of-parliament-no-01/) - Public meeting of Parliament for a question hour with the Minister of Finance regarding the recent appointment process of the Chairman of the CBCS The House of Parliament will sit in a Public meeting on September 22, 2025. The Public meeting is scheduled for Monday at 13.00 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastraat #1 - [Central Committee meeting of Parliament regarding the Appointment of the Monument Council (2025–2029) and Re-Appointment of the Ombudsman](https://sxmparliament.org/central-committee-meeting-of-parliament-regarding-the-appointment-of-the-monument-council-2025-2029-and-re-appointment-of-the-ombudsman/) - The House of Parliament will sit in a Central Committee meeting on October 22, 2025. The Central Committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday at 10.00 hrs. in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The agenda points are: 1.Appointment of the Monument Council for the period of 2025-2029 (IS/1384/2024-2025 - [Continuation Central Committee meeting of Parliament regarding Building Digital Trust](https://sxmparliament.org/continuation-central-committee-meeting-of-parliament-regarding-building-digital-trust/) - The House of Parliament will sit in a Central Committee meeting on October 7, 2025. The Central Committee meeting, which was adjourned on September 15, 2025, will be reconvened on Tuesday at 14.00 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The agenda point is: 1. Discussion with External Expert on Building digital - [Cont. of CJ Meeting #10](https://sxmparliament.org/cont-of-cj-meeting-10/) - The Committee of Justice of Parliament to meet in a continuation meeting with the Nationaal Algemene Politiebond (NAPB) for discussion regarding pressing justice-related concerns currently affecting its membership and the broader public service environment The Committee of Justice of Parliament will meet on September 16, 2025. The Committee meeting which was adjourned on August 28, 2025, will - [Opening Of the Parliamentary Year 2025-2026](https://sxmparliament.org/opening-of-the-parliamentary-year-2025-2026/) - As per the Constitution of Sint Maarten, Tuesday, September 9, 2025, marked the beginning of a New Parliamentary Year 2025-2026 for the Parliament of Sint Maarten. On this occasion, a Solemn Plenary Session was convened at 10.00 hrs. with a speech by His Excellency the Governor, Ajamu Baly, LL.M, on behalf of the Government. Each - [Public meeting of Parliament no. 02 PY/2025-2026](https://sxmparliament.org/public-meeting-of-parliament-no-02-py-2025-2026/) - The House of Parliament will sit in a Public meeting on Monday, September 15, 2025. The Public meeting is scheduled for 14.00 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The agenda points are: 1. Incoming documents 2. Advice regarding the installation and composition of the Permanent and Ad hoc Committees of Parliament - [Continuation Central Committee meeting no. 01](https://sxmparliament.org/continuation-central-committee-meeting-no-01/) - The House of Parliament will sit in a Central Committee meeting on September 15, 2025. The Central Committee meeting, which was adjourned on September 10, 2025 due to technical difficulties will be reconvened on Monday at 10.00 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The agenda point is: 2. Advice regarding the - [Dutch PM Dick Schoof Engages with MPs During Visit Focused on Kingdom Relations](https://sxmparliament.org/dutch-pm-dick-schoof-engages-with-mps-during-visit-focused-on-kingdom-relations/) - On Monday, May 12, 2025, Members of Parliament met with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Mr. Hendrikus (Dick) Schoof, as part of his introductory visit to the Dutch Caribbean. A Walking Dinner Reception was held at Emilio’s Restaurant, organized by the Dutch Representation Office in Sint Maarten (VNP), which afforded a setting for informal - [Public Notice: Urgent Public Meeting No. 15 on 2025 National Budget to Reconvene at 15:00 hrs on May 15, 2025](https://sxmparliament.org/public-notice-urgent-public-meeting-no-15-on-2025-national-budget-to-reconvene-at-1500-hrs-on-may-15-2025/) - Public Notice!! Urgent Public meeting no. 15 with agenda point: Update from the Minister of Finance on the technical issues delaying the ratification and publication of the 2025 National Budget (15/655/2024-2025 dated February 27, 2025) This meeting was requested by MP E.J. Doran, MP D.T.J. York, MP A.M.R. Irion, MP O.E.C. Ottley, MP F.A. Lacroes - [Continuation of urgent Public Meeting of Parliament regarding an update on the technical issues delaying ratification and publication of the 2025 National Budget](https://sxmparliament.org/continuation-of-urgent-public-meeting-of-parliament-regarding-an-update-on-the-technical-issues-delaying-ratification-and-publication-of-the-2025-national-budget/) - The House of Parliament will sit in a Public meeting on May 15, 2025. The Public meeting, which was adjourned on May 8, 2025 in the first round, will be reconvened on Thursday at 14.00 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The Minister of Finance will be in attendance. The agenda - [Parliament Reconvenes for Urgent Budget Update with Minister of Finance](https://sxmparliament.org/parliament-reconvenes-for-urgent-budget-update-with-minister-of-finance/) - On Thursday, May 15, 2025, urgent Public meeting no. 15 of Parliament reconvened with the Minister of Finance, Ms. Marinka Gumbs, for an update on the technical issues delaying the ratification and publication of the 2025 National Budget. The Minister returned to Parliament to provide responses to questions posed by the Members of Parliament in the - [President of Parliament Welcomes French National Assembly Delegation to Discuss Overseas Cooperation](https://sxmparliament.org/president-of-parliament-welcomes-french-national-assembly-delegation-to-discuss-overseas-cooperation/) - On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, the President of Parliament, Mrs. Sarah A. Wescot-Williams, welcomed a delegation of Members of the French National Assembly at the House of Parliament. 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Deliberations with the Minister of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure regarding the delayed publication of building permits and ensuring legal compliance and procedural clarity (IS/654/2024-2025 dated February 24, 2025) This meeting was requested by MP E.J. Doran, MP A.M.R. Irion, and MP D.T.J. York - [CPM](https://sxmparliament.org/event/cpm/) - 1. Incoming documents 2. Discussion on the content, implications, and necessary parliamentary actions regarding the letter from Parlatino registered under IS/634/2024-2025 3. Establishing a structured approach for reporting after each Parlatino Committee meeting 4. Presentations by committee members of the Committee of Political, Municipal affairs and Integration on meetings held in October 2024, November 2024 - [Public Meeting #16 Cont.](https://sxmparliament.org/event/public-meeting-16-cont/) - Public Meeting #16 Cont. Deliberations with the Minister of Public Health, Social Development, and Labor regarding recent developments in mental health care on Sint Maarten (IS/630/2024-2025 dated February 20, 2025) This agenda point was requested by MP O.E.C. Ottley, MP F.A. Lacroes and MP D.T.J. York - [Central Committee Meeting #20 CC 20 (herop)](https://sxmparliament.org/event/central-committee-meeting-20-cc-20-herop/) - Report on the 8thGathering of the Parliamentary Network on Climate Change and Sustainability, the 16thGathering of the Parliamentary Network for Gender Equality and the XI Meeting of the Interparliamentary Commission on Women’s Rights and Gender Equity of the FOPREL, in San José, Costa Rica, from October 23-25, 2024 (IS/961/2024-2025 dated May 5, 2025) - [Public Meeting #18](https://sxmparliament.org/event/public-meeting-18/) - 1. Incoming documents 2. 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WESCOT-WILLIAMS](https://sxmparliament.org/team/sarah-a-wescot-williams/) - Biography Sarah A. Wescot-Williams is a seasoned political leader and one of the founding figures of modern St. Maarten governance. She has served as the country’s first Prime Minister, long-time Member of Parliament, and leader of the Democratic Party. With decades of experience, she is widely respected for her contributions to constitutional reform, women’s leadership, - [Ludmila N.L. DE WEEVER](https://sxmparliament.org/team/ludmila-n-l-de-weever/) - Biography Ludmila N.L. de Weever is a Member of Parliament and former Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport, and Telecommunications (TEATT). With a strong background in finance and management, she has been instrumental in initiatives to strengthen tourism recovery, promote economic diversification, and attract investment. In Parliament, she continues to work on policies that foster - [Sjamira D.M. 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Jansen-Webster is a Member of Parliament and entrepreneur with years of experience in the hospitality and service industries. She has been an advocate for women in business and community-driven development. In Parliament, she promotes economic empowerment, gender equality, and social initiatives that strengthen families and neighborhoods. Education 1979 – 1983 Master of - [Raeyhon A. PETERSON](https://sxmparliament.org/team/raeyhon-a-peterson/) - Biography Veronica C. Jansen-Webster is a Member of Parliament and entrepreneur with years of experience in the hospitality and service industries. She has been an advocate for women in business and community-driven development. In Parliament, she promotes economic empowerment, gender equality, and social initiatives that strengthen families and neighborhoods. Education 1979 – 1983 Master of - [Viren V. KOTAI](https://sxmparliament.org/team/viren-v-kotai/) - Biography Raeyhon A. Peterson is a Member of Parliament and attorney by training, with professional experience in legislative drafting and government advisory roles. He is recognized for his sharp legal insight and commitment to good governance. In Parliament, Peterson focuses on strengthening the rule of law, promoting accountability, and ensuring that legislation reflects both justice - [Christopher L. WEVER](https://sxmparliament.org/team/christopher-l-wever/) - Biography Christopher L. Wever is a Member of Parliament and former Minister of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment & Infrastructure (VROMI). He has overseen major infrastructure projects and advocated for sustainable environmental policies. In Parliament, Wever continues to focus on responsible land management, cleaner communities, and improving infrastructure to meet the needs of a growing - [Lyndon C.J. LEWIS](https://sxmparliament.org/team/lyndon-c-j-lewis/) - Biography Lyndon C.J. Lewis is a sitting Member of Parliament for St. Maarten with the Nation, Opportunity, Wealth (NOW) party. He previously served in the Mercelina I Cabinet as Minister of Justice and Acting Minister of Education, Culture, Youth & Sport (ECYS), sworn in on May 3, 2024. In office he focused on strengthening the - [Darryl T.J. YORK](https://sxmparliament.org/team/darryl-t-j-york/) - Biography Darryl T.J. York is a Member of Parliament with a background in civil service and community engagement. He has long been involved in local initiatives that address social development, youth empowerment, and public-sector accountability. His work in Parliament emphasizes transparency, education reform, and creating safer, more inclusive communities. Education 1979 – 1983 Master of - [Franklin A. MEYERS](https://sxmparliament.org/team/franklin-a-meyers/) - Biography Franklin A. Meyers is a veteran politician and businessman who previously served as Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport, and Telecommunications (TEATT). With decades of private-sector experience, he has been a strong advocate for tourism development, infrastructure growth, and business innovation. As a Member of Parliament, Meyers draws on his leadership experience to strengthen - [Francisco A. LACROES](https://sxmparliament.org/team/francisco-a-lacroes/) - Biography Francisco A. Lacroes is a Member of Parliament known for his active role in labor representation and social issues. Before entering Parliament, he worked closely with unions and community organizations, advocating for fair wages, worker protection, and community empowerment. In Parliament, he continues to focus on labor rights, education, and policies that improve the - [Omar E.C. OTTLEY](https://sxmparliament.org/team/omar-e-c-ottley-2/) - Biography Omar E.C. 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Doran](https://sxmparliament.org/team/mr-egbert-j-doran/) - Biography Egbert Jurendy Doran is a Member of Parliament for St. Maarten and the former Minister of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment & Infrastructure (VROMI). First sworn in as the youngest MP in April 2018, Doran has focused his public service on strengthening infrastructure, housing access, and transparent land-use policy. As VROMI Minister, he advanced - [Omar E.C. OTTLEY](https://sxmparliament.org/team/omar-e-c-ottley/) - Biography Jaye launched his career in politics with stints in advance, labor organizing and political journalism. He began work as an account executive and then Senior Vice President and Creative Director at Clinton Reilly Campaigns, at the time the nation’s largest political consulting firm. 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