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HRES 124

Expressing continued support for the people of Puerto Rico, and urging the Federal Government to expedite the rebuilding of Puerto Rico's electrical grid.

119th Congress Introduced by Pablo José Hernández and 4 co-sponsors

Urges the President and federal agencies to expeditiously rebuild Puerto Rico's electric grid and boost its resilience.

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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Bill Summary · HRES 124

Summary of H.Res. 124 (2025)

Overview

H.Res. 124 is a non-binding House resolution expressing ongoing support for the people of Puerto Rico and urging the federal government to expedite the rebuilding of Puerto Rico’s electrical grid. It is introduced as a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives and has been referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. There are no fiscal provisions or new statutory authorities contained in the text provided.

Purpose and Intent

  • Demonstrate continued House support for Puerto Rico and its recovery.
  • Urge the President and federal agencies to act promptly to address Puerto Rico’s electric grid crisis.
  • Promote efforts to build a more resilient electrical grid for the island.

Key Provisions

  • Statement of commitment: The House commits to supporting the people of Puerto Rico and assisting in restoring the island to its full potential.
  • Urgent action directive: The House urges the President and federal agencies to take immediate and decisive action to address the electric grid crisis in Puerto Rico and to support efforts to build a more resilient system.

Who or What Would Be Affected

  • The resolution primarily affects intergovernmental signaling and coordination. It calls on:
    • The President of the United States
    • Federal agencies involved in energy, disaster recovery, and infrastructure (as appropriate)
  • The text does not impose new requirements on Puerto Rico or create new programs; rather, it communicates congressional priorities and a call for expedited action.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: February 10, 2025.
  • Status: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
  • As a resolution, it does not itself enact policy or authorize funding; any tangible implementation would require separate legislation or administrative action by the executive branch and/or appropriations.

Sponsorship

  • Primary: Ritchie Torres
  • Cosponsors: Pablo José Hernández, Nellie Pou, Nydia M. Velázquez, Darren Soto

Potential Impact and Limitations

  • Impact: Serves as a formal expression of congressional support and a policy signal to the executive branch. Could influence priorities, communications, oversight, and potential future legislative or appropriations actions related to Puerto Rico’s energy infrastructure and disaster resilience.
  • Limitation: Being non-binding and non-funding, it does not create enforceable obligations or new programs by itself. Real-world effects depend on subsequent actions by federal agencies, Congress, and the administration.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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