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RC 474

Para ordenar a la Comisión de la Región Norte de la Cámara de Representantes del Gobierno de Puerto Rico realizar una investigación exhaustiva sobre los problemas recurrentes de funcionamiento, mantenimiento y reparación de los semáforos ubicados en el Distrito Representativo 13, compuesto por los municipios de Arecibo, Manatí, Barceloneta y Florida, la respuesta y gestión del Departamento de Transportación y Obras Públicas y la Autoridad de Carreteras y Transportación ante dichas deficiencias, y los efectos de dicha problemática en la seguridad vial, el flujo vehicular y la calidad de vida de los residentes y transeúntes de dichos municipios; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Directs Puerto Rico House to investigate chronic traffic signal failures in four north-coast municipalities and their effects on traffic safety and community quality of life.

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Bill Summary · RC 474

Legislative bill overview

Bill RC 474 directs Puerto Rico's House of Representatives Northern Region Commission to conduct a comprehensive investigation into recurring problems with traffic signal functionality, maintenance, and repair in four municipalities (Arecibo, Manatí, Barceloneta, and Florida) that comprise Representative District 13. The investigation must examine how these deficiencies impact road safety, traffic flow, and residents' quality of life.

Why is this important

Malfunctioning traffic signals create documented public safety risks, including increased accident rates, pedestrian injuries, and traffic congestion that affects emergency response times and economic activity. The investigation could identify systemic infrastructure failures and inform resource allocation or policy solutions for traffic management in these communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and accountability: The bill doesn't specify which agency is responsible for repairs (municipal government, central authority, or private contractors) or establish timelines for remedial action
  • Resource allocation: A regional investigation may delay immediate repairs; unclear whether findings will translate into actual funding or infrastructure improvements
  • Selective focus: The bill targets only four municipalities in one district, raising questions about whether similar problems exist elsewhere in Puerto Rico and deserve equal attention

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

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