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PS 793

Para enmendar el Artículo 5 1 de la Ley 114-2007, según enmendada, conocida como “Ley del Programa de Medición Neta en la Autoridad de Energía Eléctrica” a los fines de establecer que el veinticinco (25) por ciento que se dirige al Departamento de Educación en virtud del Programa de Medición Neta sea destinado para uso exclusivo del pago de nómina y contratación de asistentes de educación especial T1 y T2; y para otros fines relacionado.

2025-2028 Session

Bill redirects 25% of Puerto Rico's net metering program education funds exclusively to special education teaching assistant salaries, creating dedicated but inflexible personnel funding.

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Bill Summary · PS 793

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 793 amends Puerto Rico's Net Metering Law (Law 114-2007) to redirect 25% of net metering program funds currently allocated to the Department of Education exclusively toward hiring and paying special education teaching assistants (T1 and T2 positions). The bill restricts how these education funds can be used, creating a dedicated revenue stream for this specific personnel category.

Why is this important

Special education services in Puerto Rico face chronic resource constraints, and dedicated funding for teaching assistants could improve classroom support for students with disabilities. However, this bill diverts renewable energy program revenues—typically intended for broader educational infrastructure and programming—into a narrow personnel budget category, which may affect other educational priorities or energy transition initiatives.

Potential points of contention

  • Narrow allocation: Restricting 25% of net metering revenues solely to assistant salaries may limit flexibility for other critical special education needs (materials, training, technology, services)
  • Renewable energy program scope: Net metering program funds were designed to support clean energy adoption and broader educational benefits; redirecting them to general payroll may conflict with original legislative intent
  • Budget sustainability: Dedicated salary commitments create ongoing obligations that may be difficult to adjust if energy program revenues fluctuate or priorities shift
  • Implementation clarity: The bill doesn't specify hiring timelines, qualification requirements, or what happens if funds exceed actual assistant compensation needs

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

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