Overview: Bill Number: PS 761, Title: "Para enmendar el título; los artículos: 1, 3, 4, 5 y 6 de la Ley 10-2025, conocida como "Ley de Integración de Valores y Ética" a los fines de ampliar sus disposiciones, situar una nueva definición; añadir una nueva área de apoyo al Oficial de Cumplimiento; y otros fines relacionados.", Status: Referido a Comisión(es), Introduced: October 06, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The main purpose of this bill is to amend the "Law of Integration of Values and Ethics" to expand its provisions, establish a new definition, and add a new area of support for the Compliance Officer.
Key Provisions:
- Amends the title of the law to better reflect the expanded scope.
- Modifies Article 1 to broaden the law's applicability and objectives.
- Adds a new definition in Article 3 to clarify key terms.
- Expands the responsibilities and authority of the Compliance Officer in Article 4.
- Introduces a new area of support for the Compliance Officer in Article 5.
- Makes additional changes to Article 6 to ensure consistency with the other amendments.
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily impact government agencies, public corporations, and other entities subject to the "Law of Integration of Values and Ethics." The changes would strengthen the role of the Compliance Officer and enhance the overall ethical framework within the public sector.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been introduced and referred to the appropriate committee(s) for further consideration. The next steps would involve committee review, public hearings, and potential amendments before a final vote in the legislature.
