Para enmendar el Artículo 27 de la Ley 355-1999, según enmendada, conocida como “Ley Uniforme de Rótulos y Anuncios de Puerto Rico de 1999” a los efectos de disponer que cuando se activen la publicación de alertas de emergencia, las mismas permanecerán anunciándose por un mínimo de setenta y dos (72) horas; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Summary of Legislative Bill PS 144 OverviewBill Number: PS 144 Title: To amend Article 27 of Law 355-1999, as amended, known as the "Uniform Law of Labels and Advertisements of Pu

Firmado por el Presidente del Senado

Overview

Bill Number: PS 144
Title: To amend Article 27 of Law 355-1999, as amended, known as the "Uniform Law of Labels and Advertisements of Puerto Rico of 1999" to provide that when emergency alert notifications are activated, they shall remain announced for a minimum of seventy-two (72) hours; and for other related purposes.
Status: Referred to Committee(s)
Introduced: January 02, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of this bill is to amend the existing "Uniform Law of Labels and Advertisements of Puerto Rico of 1999" to require that emergency alert notifications remain active and displayed for a minimum of 72 hours. The intent is to ensure that critical emergency information is accessible to the public for an extended period, improving awareness and response during times of crisis.

Key Provisions

Amends Article 27 of Law 355-1999 to mandate that emergency alert notifications must be displayed for at least 72 hours after initial activation.

Applies to all types of emergency alerts, including those related to natural disasters, public safety incidents, and other critical events.

Requires all media outlets, advertising platforms, and other covered entities to comply with the 72-hour minimum display requirement.

Empowers the relevant regulatory agencies to enforce the new provisions and levy fines for non-compliance.

Affected Parties and Impacts

The general public in Puerto Rico will benefit from increased access to emergency information and improved awareness during crises.

Media companies, advertising platforms, and other entities that disseminate public notifications will be required to adjust their systems and practices to meet the new 72-hour display mandate.

Government emergency management agencies and first responders may see improved public response and coordination during emergencies due to the extended alert visibility.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill has been referred to the relevant committee(s) for review and consideration. If approved by the committee(s), it will then proceed to a full legislative vote. If passed by the legislature and signed into law by the governor, the new 72-hour emergency alert display requirement would take effect 90 days after enactment.