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RS 91

“Para ordenar a la Comisión de Planificación, Permisos, Infraestructura y Urbanismo del Senado de Puerto Rico realizar una investigación exhaustiva sobre la implementación y cumplimiento de la Ley 114-2014, conocida como la "Ley para el Uso de Materiales Reciclados en Infraestructura Pública de Puerto Rico", a fin de evaluar su efectividad, el grado de cumplimiento por parte de las agencias e instrumentalidades públicas y los retos en su ejecución; y para otros fines relacionados.”

2025-2028 Session

Senate investigates compliance with Puerto Rico's 2014 recycled materials law in public infrastructure to evaluate effectiveness and identify implementation barriers.

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Bill Summary · RS 91

Legislative bill overview

Bill RS 91 directs Puerto Rico's Senate Commission on Planning, Permits, Infrastructure, and Urbanism to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the implementation and compliance of Law 114-2014, which mandates the use of recycled materials in public infrastructure projects. The investigation will assess the law's effectiveness, agency compliance levels, and execution challenges.

Why is this important

Law 114-2014 represents a significant environmental and economic policy aimed at promoting circular economy practices and reducing landfill dependency in Puerto Rico's infrastructure development. Understanding its implementation gaps could reveal whether public agencies are meeting sustainability mandates and identify systemic barriers to compliance that affect Puerto Rico's infrastructure modernization and environmental goals.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation concerns: Investigation costs and whether findings will lead to adequate budget allocation for agencies to actually comply with recycled material requirements
  • Cost implications for contractors: Using recycled materials may increase infrastructure project costs; investigation could expose tension between sustainability mandates and budget constraints
  • Implementation responsibility gaps: Unclear which agencies bear primary responsibility for compliance failures, potentially leading to bureaucratic finger-pointing rather than accountability
  • Standards and quality debate: Questions about whether recycled materials meet structural/durability standards required for public infrastructure, balancing environmental goals with safety and longevity

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

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