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RCC 210

Para ordenar a la Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados (AAA) llevar a cabo, dar a conocer y ejecutar un plan detallado y coordinado de obras y mejoras a la infraestructura propia del sistema de acueductos y alcantarillado que sirve a los abonados residentes en las comunidades que comprenden el Distrito Representativo Núm. 16 - Isabela, San Sebastián, y sector Guerrero en Aguadilla -; incluyendo la construcción y/o reparación de nuevas y mejores plantas de bombeo, mejoras a plantas de filtración existentes y reparación de salideros de agua, entre otras obras y mejoras necesarias.

2025-2028 Session

Bill directs Puerto Rico's water authority to plan and execute infrastructure upgrades in three municipalities without specifying funding sources or implementation timelines.

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Bill Summary · RCC 210

Legislative bill overview

Bill RCC 210 directs Puerto Rico's Water and Sewer Authority (AAA) to develop, publicize, and execute a comprehensive infrastructure improvement plan for water and sewage systems serving three municipalities: Isabela, San Sebastián, and the Guerrero sector in Aguadilla. The plan includes constructing/repairing pumping stations, upgrading filtration plants, and fixing water leaks.

Why is this important

Water infrastructure in Puerto Rico has faced decades of underinvestment, resulting in high water loss rates (50%+ system-wide) and service disruptions affecting thousands of residents. This bill specifically targets communities that have experienced chronic service failures, proposing concrete improvements that could reduce water loss and improve service reliability.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism unclear: The bill mandates projects but doesn't specify budget allocation or funding sources, raising questions about feasibility given AAA's financial constraints
  • Timeline and accountability: No specific deadlines, performance metrics, or enforcement mechanisms are established to ensure the plan is executed within a reasonable timeframe
  • District-specific focus: Targeting only three municipalities may raise equity concerns from other underserved regions while straining AAA's already-limited resources

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

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