Lcda. Jelmarie Massanet Hernández como Fiscal Auxiliar II del Departamento de Justicia.

2025-2028 Session

Nominate Jelmarie Massanet Hernández for Fiscal Auxiliar II in the Department of Justice, subject to Senate confirmation and formal council and consent.

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Summary of Bill NM 415 (Session: 2025-2028) – Jurisdiction: Puerto Rico

Purpose and intent

The bill proposes the appointment of Lcda. Jelmarie Massanet Hernández as Fiscal Auxiliar II of the Departamento de Justicia (Department of Justice) of Puerto Rico.

The document presents the nomination as a formal executive action intended for the Council and Consent of the Senate of Puerto Rico, consistent with the Constitution and laws of Puerto Rico.

Key provisions and changes

Designation/Nomination: Formal nomination of Jelmarie Massanet Hernández to the position of Fiscal Auxiliar II within the Department of Justice.

Position: Fiscal Auxiliar II, a jurisdictional role within the Puerto Rico Department of Justice (implying a supervisory or senior role within the fiscal/attorney staff structure).

Who/what is affected

Primary beneficiary: Jelmarie Massanet Hernández, who would be appointed to the title of Fiscal Auxiliar II.

Government entity: Departamento de Justicia (Department of Justice) of Puerto Rico, which would fill the position with the nominated individual.

Legislative body: Senate of Puerto Rico, which would provide council and consent as part of the appointment process.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Action history indicates:

2026-05-29: Nomination filed (Nominado).
2026-05-29: Referred to Senate commissions (Referido a Comisión(es)).

The nomination follows the constitutional and legal process requiring Senate confirmation (Council and Consent).

The document is dated May 28, 2026, with communication from the Governor’s office, suggesting coordination between the executive branch and legislative confirmation.

Potential impact and considerations

Workforce implications: Appointment of a Fiscal Auxiliar II could affect the staffing, operations, and case management capacity within the Department of Justice.

Oversight and governance: Senate confirmation would provide a legislative check on the appointment, ensuring accountability and alignment with department needs and standards.

Administrative alignment: The nomination aligns with Puerto Rico’s executive-branch hiring processes for key legal positions, maintaining formalities for high-level judicial-adjacent appointments.

Notes

The bill text provided is primarily a nomination letter and does not specify additional duties, term length, salary, or specific statutory changes beyond the appointment itself.

If enacted, expect further Senate confirmation proceedings and potential committee meetings to review qualifications and suitability.