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PS 964

Para enmendar las Secciones 2.1, 2.2, 2.9, 3.14 y 7.1 de la Ley Núm. 38 de 30 de junio de 2017, según enmendada, conocida como “Ley de Procedimiento Administrativo Uniforme del Gobierno de Puerto Rico” (LPAU), a los fines de modernizar el proceso de reglamentación y procedimientos adjudicativos mediante la incorporación prioritaria de herramientas tecnológicas (notificaciones electrónicas, vistas virtuales y publicación digital); uniformar términos y plazos con avances actuales; aumentar multas administrativas para disuadir incumplimientos; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico modernizes administrative procedures with mandatory digital notifications, virtual hearings, and increased penalties to streamline government regulation and improve compliance.

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Bill Summary · PS 964

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 964 amends Puerto Rico's Uniform Administrative Procedure Law (LPAU) to modernize government regulatory and administrative hearing processes by prioritizing digital tools such as electronic notifications, virtual hearings, and digital publication. The bill also updates procedural timelines and increases administrative penalties to encourage compliance with regulations.

Why is this important

Modernizing administrative procedures can significantly improve government efficiency, reduce processing delays, and increase accessibility for citizens and businesses engaging with Puerto Rico's regulatory system. However, the shift to digital-first processes and higher penalties directly affects how individuals and companies interact with government agencies and face enforcement consequences.

Potential points of contention

  • Digital divide concerns: Mandatory electronic notifications and virtual hearings may disadvantage elderly citizens, low-income individuals, or those with limited internet access in rural areas of Puerto Rico
  • Penalty increases: Raising administrative fines could disproportionately burden small businesses and individuals while the deterrent effect on large violators remains unclear
  • Due process questions: Expanded use of virtual proceedings raises concerns about adequate opportunity to be heard and present evidence, particularly in complex administrative disputes
  • Implementation timeline: Rapid digitalization without adequate transition periods or system testing could create operational chaos and procedural challenges

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

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