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RC 494

Para expresar la disposición de la Cámara de Representantes del Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico de apoyar el desarrollo de un Programa de Reestructuración y Restablecimiento de la Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados; invitar a la Rama Ejecutiva a presentar un plan para implementarlo y a someter legislación para atender los asuntos financieros y operacionales de la Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados; hacer constar la oposición de la Cámara de Representantes a aumentos en las tarifas de agua y alcantarillado; y para otros fines.

2025-2028 Session

House expresses support for AAA restructuring/restoration and asks the Executive to present an implementation plan and proposed legislation, opposing water/sewer rate hikes.

Referido a Comisión(es)
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Bill Summary · RC 494

Summary of RC 494

RC 494 is a resolution adopted by the Puerto Rico House of Representatives. It expresses the House’s position regarding the restructuring and restoration of the Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados (AAA), invites the Executive Branch to present a plan to implement such a program, and states the House’s opposition to increases in water and sewer rates. The measure is procedural in nature and does not itself enact new laws.

Purpose and Intent

  • Express the disposition of the House of Representatives to support the development of a Program for the Restructuring and Restoration of the AAA.
  • Invite the Executive Branch to present:
    • a plan to implement the restructuring/restoration program, and
    • legislation aimed at addressing the AAA’s financial and operational matters.
  • Record the House’s opposition to any increases in water and sewer rates.
  • Serve other purposes determined by the bill’s language (as a general assertion of policy and direction).

Key Provisions

  • Formal expression of support for a comprehensive restructuring and restoration initiative for the AAA.
  • Request for the Executive Branch to:
    • develop and present an implementation plan for the program.
    • submit proposed legislation to address AAA’s financial and operational challenges.
  • Explicit opposition to rate increases for water and sewer services.
  • Language indicating additional purposes as needed by the measure.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • AAA (Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados): The resolution signals legislative support for a restructuring/restoration strategy, which could influence future proposals, oversight, and reform efforts.
  • Executive Branch: Directed to prepare and present an implementation plan and accompanying legislation; could shape governance, budgeting, and reform initiatives for the AAA.
  • Ratepayers/Public: The House’s opposition to rate hikes is a stated policy stance that may influence public discourse and legislative bargaining around any proposed rate changes.
  • Creditors/Financial Stakeholders: The resolution signals a political/legislative interest in addressing the AAA’s financial and operational health, potentially affecting negotiations, debt restructuring, or funding discussions.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: October 21, 2025.
  • First Reading: October 23, 2025.
  • Referenced to Committees: October 23, 2025 (committees of jurisdiction not specified).
  • Status: Referido a Comisión(es) (referred to committees for consideration).

Additional Notes

  • RC stands for “Resolución” (Resolution), indicating this is a symbolic/policy statement rather than a bill that creates or amends law.
  • The text provided does not include a version content or specific legislative language beyond the core purposes.

Potential Next Steps

  • Committees may hold hearings to discuss the AAA restructuring proposal and outline any recommended legislative changes.
  • The Executive Branch would need to formulate an implementation plan and draft legislation addressing AAA’s financial and operational issues.
  • The House could consider amendments or further actions depending on the committee feedback and companion measures.

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

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