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PC 734

Para enmendar los Artículos 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 6 y 9 de la Ley 51-2022, según enmendada conocida como “Ley para prohibir el expendio y utilización de plásticos de un solo uso en todo local comercial, de venta y distribución autorizada a realizar negocios conforme a las leyes del Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico” a los fines de añadir definiciones, realizar aclaraciones técnicas, disponer sobre las multas y penalidades; establecer procesos de certificaciones; establecer que la vigencia de este estatuto será el 1 de enero de 2027; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Amends Ley 51-2022 to tighten single-use plastics rules with clearer definitions, penalties, and a certification process, setting Jan 1, 2027 as the new enforcement date.

Referido a Comisión(es)
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Bill Summary · PC 734

Summary of Bill PC 734

Overview

Bill PC 734 proposes to amend Articles 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 9 of Ley 51-2022, commonly known as the law restricting the sale, distribution, and use of single-use plastics in commercial establishments under Puerto Rico law. The amendments aim to add definitions, technical clarifications, penalties, and certification processes, and to set a new effective date for the statute. The bill is introduced to clarify and strengthen the framework established by Ley 51-2022 and to specify enforcement and compliance requirements.

Purpose and Intent

  • Update the current single-use plastics prohibition framework to include clearer definitions and technical clarifications.
  • Establish penalties and fines for non-compliance.
  • Create or define certification processes related to compliance.
  • Set a future effective date for the statute’s provisions to take effect (January 1, 2027).
  • Address related administrative and regulatory aspects to support implementation.

Key Provisions (as amended to Articles 1–6 and 9)

  • Definitions: Adds or revises definitions relevant to single-use plastics and related materials and activities.
  • Technical Clarifications: Introduces clarifications to the technical scope and application of the law to avoid ambiguities in enforcement.
  • Penalties and Fines: Specifies penalties for violations and the structure of fines or sanctions (exact amounts not provided in the summary).
  • Certification Processes: Establishes procedures or requirements for certification related to compliance (e.g., verification that products or practices meet standards).
  • Effective Date: Sets January 1, 2027 as the date when the statute (in its amended form) becomes enforceable.
  • Other Related Provisions: May include complementary administrative or regulatory adjustments necessary to implement the amendments.

Affected Parties and Scope

  • Businesses and commercial entities subject to Ley 51-2022 (retailers, distributors, and other entities involved in selling or distributing products in Puerto Rico).
  • Manufacturers or suppliers of plastic products and alternatives affected by the prohibition and certification requirements.
  • Regulatory authorities responsible for enforcing the plastics ban and overseeing compliance, penalties, and certification processes.

Compliance and Enforcement

  • The amendments introduce penalties and a formal certification process, indicating a shift toward more explicit enforcement mechanisms.
  • Compliance will likely require adoption of defined standards, verification procedures, and potential recordkeeping or reporting to regulatory authorities.

Legislative Status and Timeline

  • Introduced: June 24, 2025.
  • Legislative Actions: Radicado; appears in Primera Lectura de la Cámara; Referido a Comisión(es) on June 24, 2025.
  • Next steps (not in bill text): Committee hearings, potential amendments, and floor consideration before any final passage.

Potential Impact and Considerations

  • Transition Window: With a new effective date of January 1, 2027, businesses may have time to align operations with the amended requirements.
  • Compliance Costs: Possible costs associated with meeting definitions, certification processes, and penalties.
  • Regulatory Clarity: The added definitions and clarifications aim to reduce interpretive disputes and improve enforceability.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary for a specific audience (e.g., policymakers, business owners, or legal professionals) or compare it to the current Ley 51-2022 text for a more detailed analysis.

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

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