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PS 382

“Para enmendar la sección 1, de la Ley Núm. 77 de 5 de mayo de 1931, según enmendada, conocida como “Ley para Imponer un Derecho de Aportación al Café Extranjero que para Uso, Consumo y Venta se Importe en Puerto Rico”, a los fines de modificar las cantidades de los aranceles impuestos.”

2025-2028 Session

Bill PS 382 modifies coffee import tariffs established in 1931 to adjust duty amounts, affecting consumer prices and local agricultural producers in Puerto Rico.

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Bill Summary · PS 382

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 382 proposes to amend Law 77 from 1931, which imposes tariffs on imported coffee in Puerto Rico. The amendment aims to modify the specific tariff amounts currently in place on foreign coffee entering the island for consumption and sale.

Why is this important

Coffee tariffs directly affect consumer prices for a staple product and influence local agricultural economics. Changes to these duties impact both Puerto Rico's treasury revenue and the competitiveness of locally-produced coffee against foreign imports, affecting farmers, retailers, and consumers across the island.

Potential points of contention

  • Protectionism vs. consumer affordability: Higher tariffs protect local coffee producers but increase prices for consumers; lower tariffs make imports cheaper but may harm Puerto Rico's coffee industry
  • Trade policy implications: Modifying 94-year-old tariff law may conflict with modern trade agreements or federal regulations governing Puerto Rico's commerce
  • Revenue concerns: Changes to tariff amounts directly affect government revenue from import duties, with unclear fiscal projections presented in the bill

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

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