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PS 1032

Para enmendar los Artículos 2, 7, 9 y 10 de la Ley 151-2004, según enmendada, conocida como “Ley de Gobierno Electrónico”, a los fines de disponer que toda la información que deba publicarse en los portales de Internet de las agencias gubernamentales, conforme a las disposiciones de dicha Ley, esté disponible en los idiomas español e inglés; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Requires Puerto Rico government agencies to publish all mandated portal information in both Spanish and English to improve digital access and administrative transparency.

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Bill Summary · PS 1032

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 1032 amends Puerto Rico's Electronic Government Law (Law 151-2004) to require all information published on government agency internet portals to be available in both Spanish and English. The amendment applies to all content mandated for publication under the existing law and establishes bilingual accessibility as a standard government digital practice.

Why is this important

This addresses digital equity and accessibility for Puerto Rico's diverse population, including English-speaking residents, tourists, and businesses conducting transactions with government agencies. Clear bilingual information reduces barriers to accessing public services and government information online, which has become essential infrastructure for civic participation and administrative efficiency.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: Government agencies would bear expenses for professional translation services, website redesign, and ongoing maintenance of dual-language content across all platforms
  • Resource burden on agencies: Smaller agencies with limited IT staff may struggle to consistently maintain accurate translations and keep both versions synchronized
  • Scope ambiguity: Unclear whether the requirement applies to user-generated comments, dynamic content, or only official government publications, potentially creating compliance challenges
  • Language preference debate: Some may argue this could be seen as favoring English in a Spanish-dominant jurisdiction, or conversely, that resources should prioritize Spanish-language content exclusively

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

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