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PC 1104

Para enmendar el Artículo 1.033 de la Ley Núm. 107-2020, según enmendada, conocida como “Código Municipal de Puerto Rico”; a los fines de disponer una licencia especial para los Legisladores Municipales que cursan estudios en institución educativa pública o privada; establecer requisitos; disponer sobre procedimientos internos en las instituciones educativas públicas y privadas en beneficio de estos estudiantes; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Establishes special license allowing municipal legislators to simultaneously pursue studies at educational institutions with accommodating procedures from schools.

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Bill Summary · PC 1104

Legislative bill overview

Bill PC 1104 amends Puerto Rico's Municipal Code to create a special license for municipal legislators who are simultaneously pursuing studies at public or private educational institutions. The bill establishes requirements for obtaining this license and mandates that educational institutions develop internal procedures to accommodate these student-legislators.

Why is this important

This legislation addresses the practical challenges faced by municipal officials balancing legislative duties with higher education. It could enable broader participation in local governance by allowing working professionals and students to serve as legislators, potentially increasing diversity in municipal representation while supporting educational advancement.

Potential points of contention

  • Workload and effectiveness concerns: Critics may argue that simultaneously serving as a legislator and full-time student could compromise the quality of service in either role, raising questions about whether municipalities receive adequate representation
  • Fairness and precedent: The special accommodation specifically for legislators may be viewed as preferential treatment unavailable to other municipal employees or citizens, creating equity questions
  • Implementation costs and burden: Educational institutions may resist the requirement to create special internal procedures, arguing it creates administrative burden and potential conflicts with academic standards or classroom attendance policies

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

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