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PS 287

Para establecer una licencia de estudios profesionales en beneficio de los empleados públicos y de la empresa privada que se encuentren estudiando algún grado académico a nivel graduado o subgraduado en alguna institución educativa de Puerto Rico, a los fines de permitir que puedan adquirir grados académicos o licencias profesionales; para establecer la forma en que dichos empleados habrán de acogerse a dicha licencia.

2025-2028 Session

The bill would create a formal professional studies license for public and private sector employees in Puerto Rico to pursue degrees or professional licenses while employed.

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Bill Summary · PS 287

Summary of Senate Bill PS 287

PS 287 proposes establishing a “licencia de estudios profesionales” (professional studies license) to support public-sector and private-sector employees who are pursuing college degrees or professional licenses at Puerto Rico educational institutions. The bill would set out how employees can obtain this license and how it would function in practice. The measure is currently not recommended for approval by the committee.

Purpose and intent

  • To create a formal license that would benefit employees who are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Puerto Rico with the aim of enabling them to complete degrees or professional licenses.
  • To establish a process by which employees can obtain the license and participate in their studies while pursuing higher education or professional credentials.

Key provisions (as described)

  • Establishment of a professional studies license for employees of both the public sector and the private sector who are studying at a Puerto Rico educational institution.
  • The license would enable employees to pursue degree programs or professional licenses, with the intention of facilitating their academic and licensure attainment.
  • The bill would outline the method and requirements for employees to apply for and receive the license, i.e., the procedural framework for eligibility and the application process.
  • The exact scope, eligibility criteria, duration, and administrative details would be defined by the bill.

Affected parties

  • Public sector employees in Puerto Rico.
  • Private sector employees in Puerto Rico who are enrolled in undergraduate or graduate degree programs or pursuing professional licenses.
  • Puerto Rico educational institutions that would host or coordinate with program participants.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: January 28, 2025.
  • First reading: January 30, 2025 (Senate).
  • Referred to committee(s): January 30, 2025.
  • Legislative action: As of June 27, 2025, the committee has issued a “not recommended for approval” stance, indicating the bill did not advance further in the committee process at that time.
  • Status: Commission not recommends approval of the measure.

Potential impact and considerations

  • If enacted, the bill could clarify eligibility and provide a formal mechanism for employees to pursue studies without compromising their employment responsibilities.
  • The measure could encourage workforce development by supporting ongoing education and credential attainment.
  • Questions likely to arise include the duration and conditions of the license, any impact on work duties or schedules, funding or administrative costs, and how the license interacts with employer policies and collective bargaining agreements (if applicable).

Note: The information above reflects the bill text and actions available as of the provided dates.

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

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