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RCC 322

Para asignar la suma de un millón quinientos mil dólares ($1,500,000), a ser distribuidos a organizaciones sin fines de lucro dedicadas a atender a sobrevivientes de violencia de género para que puedan garantizar sus operaciones administrativas y puedan brindar sus servicios de manera diligente, directa a sobrevivientes de violencia; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico allocates $1.5 million to gender violence survivor support nonprofits for administrative operations and direct victim services, addressing critical funding gaps in survivor assistance.

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Bill Summary · RCC 322

Legislative bill overview

Bill RCC 322 appropriates $1.5 million to nonprofit organizations in Puerto Rico that provide services to gender violence survivors. The funds are intended to support both administrative operations and direct services delivered to survivors of gender-based violence.

Why is this important

Gender-based violence remains a significant public health and safety issue in Puerto Rico, and survivor support services often operate with limited resources. This funding directly addresses service gaps by strengthening the operational capacity of organizations providing critical counseling, shelter, legal aid, and other essential support services.

Potential points of contention

  • Distribution mechanism: The bill doesn't specify how the $1.5 million will be allocated among organizations or what criteria will determine eligibility and fund distribution
  • Administrative vs. direct services balance: While both administrative costs and direct services are mentioned, there's no specified breakdown of how funds should be divided between these categories
  • Sustainability: One-time appropriations may not address long-term operational stability for these organizations, potentially creating funding dependency cycles
  • Accountability measures: The bill lacks explicit language regarding performance metrics, reporting requirements, or oversight mechanisms to ensure effective use of public funds

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

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