Overview: Bill Number: PC 207, Title: Para enmendar Artículo 12.21 de la Ley 58-2020, según enmendada, conocida como "Código Electoral de Puerto Rico de 2020", a los fines de hacer mandatorio que todo Partido Político o Candidato a puesto electivo, cualquier agencia estatal o municipal, al momento de remover propaganda política, deberán realizar todos los esfuerzos necesarios para reciclar o reusar los componentes de la misma; y para otros fines relacionados, Status: Referido a Comisión(es), Introduced: January 13, 2025, Classification: bill
Purpose and Intent: The main purpose of this bill is to amend the Puerto Rico Electoral Code of 2020 to mandate the recycling or reuse of political propaganda materials when they are removed. The bill aims to promote environmental sustainability and responsible waste management practices within the political process.
Key Provisions:
- Require all political parties, electoral candidates, and state/municipal agencies to make every effort to recycle or reuse the components of political propaganda when removing it
- Establish guidelines and procedures for the proper recycling or reuse of political propaganda materials
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Political parties and electoral candidates in Puerto Rico, who would be obligated to implement recycling and reuse practices for their campaign materials
- State and municipal government agencies that handle the removal and disposal of political propaganda
- The general public and the environment, who would benefit from the reduced waste and increased sustainability of the political process
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the relevant legislative commission(s) for further consideration and review. The next steps would involve the commission's deliberations, potential amendments, and a vote on whether to recommend the bill for passage by the full legislative body.
