Para enmendar la Sección 3 de la R. de la C. 201, a los fines de extender el término de tiempo de la Comisión de Adultos Mayores y Bienestar Social de la Cámara de Representantes de Puerto Rico, para rendir su informe final; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Extends the term of the Special Commission on Elderly Affairs and Social Welfare to complete its final report with findings and recommendations.

Remitido a Comisión de Calendarios y Reglas Especiales de Debate de la Cámara

Purpose of the Bill

RC 674 seeks to amend Section 3 of R. de la C. 201 with the aim of extending the term of the Special Commission on Elderly Affairs and Social Welfare of the Puerto Rico House of Representatives. The extension is intended to allow the Commission to complete its final report and wrap up related activities.

Key Provisions

Amendment Scope: Modifies Section 3 of R. de la C. 201. The exact text of the amendment is not provided in the summary, but the central aim is to extend the commission’s tenure.

Extension of Term: The primary change is to prolong the duration of the Commission on Elderly Affairs and Social Welfare within the Puerto Rico House of Representatives so it can fulfill its mandate and deliver its final report.

Final Report: The bill underscores the Commission’s obligation to prepare and present a final report on its findings, recommendations, and any related measures.

Who/What Is Affected

Commission Affected: The Special (or Commission) on Elderly Affairs and Social Welfare within the Puerto Rico House of Representatives.

Stakeholders Benefited:

Elderly residents and related advocacy groups seeking policy analysis and recommendations on elderly care and social welfare.
Legislative process and oversight bodies that rely on finalized findings and proposed measures to inform policy decisions.

Broader Policy Impact: Potentially affects ongoing or planned legislation related to elder care, social welfare programs, and related services by providing an extended window to study, report, and propose reforms.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Status and Action History:

2026-04-20: Radicado (introduced/filed).
2026-04-23: Appears in Primera Lectura (first reading) in the Chamber.
2026-04-23: Referred to appropriate Commission(s) for study and discussion.

Process Forward: After referral, the commissions will review the proposed amendment, hold hearings or discussions as needed, and potentially amend or favorably report the measure back to the full chamber. If approved, it would proceed to further legislative steps consistent with Puerto Rico’s legislative process.

Notes

The summary focuses on the stated objective: extending the Commission’s term to complete its final report. Specific details such as the exact length of the extension, revised deadlines, or procedural timelines are not provided in the available information. If enacted, the amendment would formalize a longer period for the Commission to carry out its work and deliver its final recommendations.

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