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PS 454

Para enmendar los Artículos 3.5, 7.1, 7.2 y 7.3 de la Ley 2-2018, según enmendada, conocida como "Código Anticorrupción para el Nuevo Puerto Rico", para fortalecer la capacidad de nuestro Gobierno de lograr mayor fiscalización, mejorar la comunicación interagencial y asegurar la implementación adecuada de las leyes en el procesamiento de casos de corrupción; para ordenar la actualización de las normas o reglamentos necesarios para el cumplimiento de estas nuevas disposiciones; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Summary of PS 454 - Ley 84-2025 OverviewBill Number: PS 454 Title: Para enmendar los Artículos 3.5, 7.1, 7.2 y 7.3 de la Ley 2-2018, según enmendada, conocida como "Código Anticor

Ley 84-2025
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Bill Summary · PS 454

Summary of PS 454 - Ley 84-2025

Overview

Bill Number: PS 454
Title: Para enmendar los Artículos 3.5, 7.1, 7.2 y 7.3 de la Ley 2-2018, según enmendada, conocida como "Código Anticorrupción para el Nuevo Puerto Rico"
Status: Ley 84-2025
Introduced: March 26, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This bill aims to strengthen the government's capacity to provide greater oversight, improve inter-agency communication, and ensure the proper implementation of laws in the processing of corruption cases. The legislation seeks to enhance the existing "Código Anticorrupción para el Nuevo Puerto Rico" by updating key articles to address gaps and improve the overall anti-corruption framework.

Key Provisions

  • Amends Article 3.5 to expand the powers and responsibilities of the Office of the Comptroller, enabling it to:
    • Conduct more comprehensive audits of government agencies and public corporations
    • Require the implementation of internal control mechanisms to prevent corruption
    • Impose administrative sanctions for non-compliance with audit recommendations
  • Revises Article 7.1 to mandate the creation of a centralized database to track the status of corruption investigations and prosecutions across all government agencies
  • Modifies Article 7.2 to enhance communication and information-sharing protocols between the Department of Justice, the Office of the Comptroller, and other relevant agencies
  • Updates Article 7.3 to establish clear timelines and performance metrics for the processing of corruption cases, ensuring timely and effective resolution

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Government agencies and public corporations will be subject to increased oversight and auditing requirements to prevent and detect corruption
  • The Office of the Comptroller will have expanded powers and responsibilities to monitor, investigate, and sanction entities for non-compliance
  • The Department of Justice, along with other investigative and prosecutorial bodies, will be required to improve coordination and information-sharing to expedite the handling of corruption cases
  • The general public will benefit from a more transparent and accountable government, with improved mechanisms to identify, investigate, and prosecute corruption

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill has been passed by the legislature and signed into law as Ley 84-2025. The next steps involve the promulgation of updated regulations and guidelines by the relevant government agencies to ensure the effective implementation of the new provisions within the specified timelines.

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

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