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PC 930

Para enmendar el Artículo 1.3 de la Ley Núm. 136-2010, según enmendada, conocida como “Ley para Regular los Negocios de Servicios Monetarios”, a los fines de adoptar disposiciones del Modelo de Ley de Modernización de Transmisión de Dinero de la Conferencia de Supervisores Bancarios Estatales; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico updates money transmission business regulations to align with modern state banking supervisor standards, affecting consumer protections and fintech compliance requirements.

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Bill Summary · PC 930

Legislative bill overview

Bill PC 930 proposes amending Article 1.3 of Law 136-2010 (the "Monetary Services Business Regulation Law") to incorporate provisions from the Conference of State Banking Supervisors' Model Law on Modernization of Money Transmission. The amendment aims to update Puerto Rico's regulatory framework for money transmission businesses to align with contemporary interstate standards and best practices.

Why is this important

Money transmission is a critical financial service affecting consumers, remittance recipients, and businesses in Puerto Rico. Modernizing these regulations could improve consumer protections, reduce fraud risks, and facilitate legitimate financial innovation while potentially attracting compliant fintech businesses. The changes may also improve consistency with federal and interstate regulatory expectations for money service operators.

Potential points of contention

  • Compliance burden: Smaller money transmission businesses may face increased operational and compliance costs implementing new modernized requirements, potentially reducing market competition
  • Consumer protection vs. innovation balance: Stricter regulations could protect consumers but may slow development of innovative financial services or alternative payment solutions
  • Implementation timeline: The bill's success depends on clear guidance and reasonable implementation periods for affected businesses already operating under the current framework

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

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