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RS 175

Para ordenar a la Comisión de Transportación, Telecomunicaciones, Servicios Públicos y Asuntos del Consumidor del Senado de Puerto Rico, a realizar una investigación exhaustiva sobre la instalación de los semáforos en las intersecciones de la Carretera PR-137, en la intersección con la carretera PR-644 en el sector La Línea de Vega Baja, la intersección con la carretera PR-643 en el Barrio Pugnado de Vega Baja, y con la intersección de la carretera PR-634 en el Barrio Torrecillas de Morovis. A su vez, se evalue el estado general de dicha vía, incluyendo el proceso de repavimentación y los trámites requeridos para su ejecución, tales como el diseño de infraestructura, la obtención de permisos, la asignación de fondos y la realización de los trabajos correspondientes. La ausencia de marcas viales, la deficiencia en la iluminación y otros factores que inciden en la seguridad vial en estas áreas.

2025-2028 Session

RS 175 orders a detailed Senate investigation of traffic-signal needs and safety fixes on PR-137 at three intersections, with a final report to guide upgrades and funding.

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Bill Summary · RS 175

Summary — Senate Resolution RS 175 (May 8, 2025)

Purpose and intent

RS 175 orders the Senate Committee on Transportation, Telecommunications, Public Utilities and Consumer Affairs to carry out an exhaustive investigation into traffic-signal needs and general road-safety and infrastructure conditions along Carretera PR‑137 at three specific intersections, and to evaluate the administrative and technical steps required to remedy identified deficiencies. The underlying intent is to identify immediate and medium‑term actions needed to improve traffic safety and surface quality on this corridor.

Key provisions / scope of the investigation

  • Investigate the feasibility and requirements for installing traffic signals at:
    • PR‑137 × PR‑644 (sector La Línea, Vega Baja)
    • PR‑137 × PR‑643 (Barrio Pugnado, Vega Baja)
    • PR‑137 × PR‑634 (Barrio Torrecillas, Morovis)
  • Evaluate the general condition of PR‑137, including:
    • Repaving needs and the repaving process
    • Design and infrastructure requirements
    • Permitting and regulatory clearances
    • Funding sources and budgetary needs
    • Scheduling and execution of construction works
  • Assess other safety factors, specifically:
    • Absence or condition of road markings (marcas viales)
    • Deficiencies in roadway and intersection lighting
    • Any additional factors affecting vehicular and pedestrian safety
  • Produce and submit a formal report with findings and recommendations to the Senate.

Who is affected

  • Residents, motorists, pedestrians and businesses in Vega Baja and Morovis (particularly the neighborhoods named).
  • Puerto Rico Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTOP) and municipal public works authorities (as likely responsible implementers).
  • Agencies involved in permitting, design, and funding (e.g., permitting authorities, Commonwealth budget offices).
  • Roadway users regionally if recommended works change traffic patterns.

Procedural and timeline highlights

  • Filed (Radicado): 2025‑05‑08
  • Referred and appeared in first reading: 2025‑05‑12
  • Committee activity and reports:
    • 1st committee report with amendments: 2025‑06‑02
    • Approved in Senate (with amendments) and final approval in Senate: 2025‑06‑16
    • On Committee calendar and field inspection (inspección ocular) at km 12.6, Morovis: 2025‑09‑05
    • Final Committee report rendered and submitted: 2025‑10‑08
    • Final report approved by the full Senate (Cuerpo aprueba informe final rendido): 2025‑11‑18
  • Current status: Final committee report submitted and approved by the Senate.

Expected impact and limits

  • As a Senate resolution (investigatory), RS 175 itself does not appropriate funds or directly authorize construction. Its principal function is fact‑finding and producing recommendations that can prompt executive agencies (DTOP, municipalities) or future legislation/appropriations to act.
  • Potential outcomes if recommendations are acted upon: installation of traffic signals, repaving, improved lighting and markings, and allocation of funds — all of which could reduce crashes and improve traffic flow but would require project design, permitting and budget approvals before implementation.

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

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