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PS 160

Para crear la “Ley de Incentivos Salariales para Microagricultores”; añadir el subinciso (3) al inciso (a) de la Sección 1020.08 y añadir los subincisos (3), (4) y (5) al inciso (a) de la Sección 4010.01 de la Ley 60-2019, según enmendada, conocida como el “Código de Incentivos de Puerto Rico”, a los fines de crear una nueva ayuda económica o estímulo monetario para el pago de salarios a las personas que se dedican a la agricultura y no participen de programas de exención contributiva y cumplen con los requisitos dispuestos en esta Ley; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico bill PS 160 creates direct wage subsidies for small-scale farmers outside existing tax incentive programs to boost agricultural income and rural development.

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Bill Summary · PS 160

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 160 proposes creating the "Salary Incentives Law for Microagricultors" to amend Puerto Rico's Code of Incentives (Law 60-2019). The bill would establish a new direct monetary subsidy to help pay wages for small-scale farmers who don't participate in existing tax exemption programs but meet specified requirements.

Why is this important

Agriculture is a significant economic sector in Puerto Rico, and many small farmers operate outside formal incentive programs. Direct wage subsidies could improve farmer income, reduce rural poverty, and potentially encourage agricultural production and food security on the island. However, this represents a new direct expenditure commitment during a period of Puerto Rico's fiscal recovery.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact and sustainability: The bill creates a new recurring expense during Puerto Rico's ongoing fiscal oversight, with unclear budgetary allocation or funding mechanisms specified in the summary
  • Program duplication: Concerns about overlap with existing agricultural support programs and whether targeted subsidies are more efficient than strengthening current incentive structures
  • Definition and eligibility criteria: Determining who qualifies as a "microagriculttor" and setting income thresholds could create administrative burden and potential disputes over eligibility
  • Market distortion: Direct wage subsidies may artificially support uncompetitive operations rather than encouraging productivity improvements or market-driven efficiency

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

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