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PS 926

Para enmendar el Artículo 619A a la Ley Núm. 55-2020, según enmendada, conocida como “Código Civil de Puerto Rico de 2020”, que restituye el derecho de los abuelos y los tíos a relacionarse con los menores.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico bill restores grandparents' and aunts'/uncles' legal rights to maintain relationships with minors under civil code amendments.

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Bill Summary · PS 926

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 926 amends Article 619A of Puerto Rico's 2020 Civil Code to restore grandparents' and uncles'/aunts' legal right to maintain relationships with minors. The bill addresses what appears to be restrictions or limitations in the current civil code regarding extended family visitation or contact rights with children.

Why is this important

Family law in Puerto Rico directly affects thousands of custody and guardianship cases annually. This amendment could significantly impact child welfare arrangements, particularly in cases where parents are deceased, incarcerated, or unable to care for children—situations where extended family often becomes primary caregivers or support systems. The restoration of these rights could strengthen family networks and provide legal clarity for grandparents and aunts/uncles seeking custody or visitation arrangements.

Potential points of contention

  • Parental rights vs. extended family rights: The bill may tension with parental authority—determining when grandparents' rights override or supplement parental custody decisions
  • Vagueness of "relationship rights": The amendment's scope is unclear regarding what specific rights are being restored (visitation, custody preference, legal standing in family disputes)
  • Implementation concerns: Courts would need clearer standards for adjudicating competing claims between parents and extended family members, potentially creating litigation costs and delays

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

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