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PS 474

“Para modernizar y transformar el turismo en la región oeste de Puerto Rico, integrando tecnología, análisis de datos, desarrollo de “clusters” turísticos, un sistema de “Day Pass” digital, estrategias de mercadeo avanzadas y la creación de una Cumbre Anual del Ecosistema Turístico del Oeste. Esta ley deroga y sustituye la Ley 158-2005, según enmendada.”

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico bill modernizes western tourism via digital Day Pass, data analytics, regional clusters, and annual summit while repealing prior 2005 law framework.

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Bill Summary · PS 474

Legislative bill overview

Bill PS 474 proposes to modernize tourism in Puerto Rico's western region by integrating technology, data analytics, tourism clusters, a digital "Day Pass" system, advanced marketing strategies, and establishing an annual Western Tourism Ecosystem Summit. The bill repeals and replaces Law 158-2005, the previous framework governing tourism development in that region.

Why is this important

The western region of Puerto Rico has significant tourism potential but has historically lagged behind other areas. This modernization aims to boost economic activity, employment, and visitor spending in a less-developed tourist area while leveraging digital infrastructure and coordinated regional strategies that have proven effective in competitive tourism markets globally.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs and funding: The bill doesn't clarify who finances the digital infrastructure, Day Pass system, and annual summit, raising questions about whether these are funded through public budgets or private partnerships
  • Data privacy and collection: A data analytics-driven approach requires collecting visitor and business information, which may raise concerns about privacy protections and how data is used
  • Displacement and gentrification: Tourism cluster development can drive property values and rents higher, potentially displacing local residents and small traditional businesses unless protections are included
  • Effectiveness versus previous law: The bill replaces Law 158-2005 without clearly demonstrating why that framework failed or how the new approach specifically addresses prior shortcomings

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

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