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PC 89

Para enmendar los artículos 5.16 (b) y 6.06 (a) de la Ley Núm. 247-2004, según enmendada, con el fin de prohibir la venta de bebidas alcohólicas, cigarrillos o cigarros en los establecimientos de farmacia en Puerto Rico; imponer sanciones administrativas y penalidades; y para otros fines.

2025-2028 Session

Summary of Legislative Bill PC 89 Purpose and IntentThe main purpose of this bill is to prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, and cigars in pharmacy establishments

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Bill Summary · PC 89

Summary of Legislative Bill PC 89

Purpose and Intent

The main purpose of this bill is to prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, and cigars in pharmacy establishments in Puerto Rico. The bill seeks to amend Articles 5.16(b) and 6.06(a) of Act No. 247-2004, as amended, in order to enact this ban and establish administrative sanctions and penalties for noncompliance.

Key Provisions

The key provisions of the bill include:

  1. Prohibition on Alcohol and Tobacco Sales: The bill would prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, and cigars in all pharmacy establishments operating in Puerto Rico.

  2. Administrative Sanctions: The bill would empower regulatory authorities to impose administrative sanctions on pharmacies that violate the sales ban. These sanctions could include fines and temporary or permanent suspension of the pharmacy's operating license.

  3. Criminal Penalties: In addition to administrative sanctions, the bill also introduces criminal penalties for pharmacy owners or operators who knowingly and willfully sell prohibited products. Potential punishments include fines and imprisonment.

Affected Parties

The primary parties affected by this bill would be:

  • Pharmacy owners and operators in Puerto Rico, who would be required to comply with the ban on alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Consumers who currently purchase these products at pharmacies, who would need to find alternative retail outlets.
  • Regulatory agencies tasked with enforcing the new laws and administering sanctions against noncompliant pharmacies.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

The bill has been referred to one or more legislative committees for review and consideration. If passed by the legislature and signed into law by the governor, the prohibition on alcohol and tobacco sales would likely take effect within a specified period, such as 90 or 120 days, to allow pharmacies time to adjust their operations.

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

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