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PC 768

Para enmendar el Artículo 8 de la Ley Núm. 33 del 27 de junio de 1985, según enmendada conocida como la “Ley para Establecer Requisitos Procesales Mínimos para la Suspensión de Servicios Públicos Esenciales”, a los fines de ampliar y flexibilizar los planes de pagos que otorga un proveedor de servicio esencial para que se ajuste a la realidad económica de cada cliente, abonado o usuario; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico bill expands flexible payment plan options for essential service providers to better match customers' economic situations and prevent disconnections.

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Bill Summary · PC 768

Legislative bill overview

Bill PC 768 amends Law 33 of 1985, which establishes minimum procedural requirements for suspending essential public services in Puerto Rico. The bill expands and increases flexibility in payment plans offered by essential service providers to better accommodate each client's economic circumstances.

Why is this important

Essential services (electricity, water, telecommunications) are critical to daily life and economic participation. More flexible payment arrangements can prevent service disconnections for vulnerable populations while potentially reducing default rates and improving utility company cash flow through sustainable payment terms.

Potential points of contention

  • Balance of interests: Utilities may argue that overly flexible terms increase non-payment risk and operational losses, while consumer advocates may contend current terms are still too rigid for low-income households
  • Implementation details: The bill's text does not specify what "flexibility" means—unclear parameters could lead to inconsistent application or disputes over reasonable accommodation
  • Revenue impact: Without defined limits on payment extensions or reduced amounts, utilities' financial stability and service maintenance capacity could be affected, potentially shifting costs to other rate-payers

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

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