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RC 211

Para ordenar a la Comisión de la Región Oeste de la Cámara de Representantes de Puerto Rico, realizar una investigación exhaustiva en torno a las gestiones realizadas por LUMA Energy, la Autoridad de Carreteras y Transportación (ACT) y las agencias encargadas de la seguridad en nuestras carreteras para tomar acción inmediata y corregir las zonas carentes de alumbrado en las vías públicas del Distrito Representativo Núm. 20, que comprende los municipios de Cabo Rojo, San Germán y Hormigueros; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico bill mandates immediate street lighting repairs by LUMA Energy and ACT in District 20 following a fatal accident, targeting Highway 2 kilometer 167.2.

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Bill Summary · RC 211

Legislative bill overview

Bill RC 211 mandates LUMA Energy, Puerto Rico's Roads and Transportation Authority (ACT), and related road lighting agencies to immediately address inadequate street lighting in District 20's public roads, particularly at Highway 2, kilometer 167.2, where a recent fatal accident occurred due to insufficient illumination.

Why is this important

Road lighting directly affects public safety and accident prevention. This bill responds to a documented fatality, establishing accountability for infrastructure maintenance and creating a framework for emergency lighting repairs in underserved areas. Inadequate street lighting disproportionately affects nighttime drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and precedent: Passing district-specific infrastructure bills could encourage similar requests from other regions, potentially straining resources if not part of comprehensive planning
  • Responsibility allocation: Unclear delineation of which agency (LUMA Energy vs. ACT) bears primary responsibility and funding obligations for repairs and maintenance
  • Implementation timeline: The "immediate action" requirement may be impractical without specified funding sources or realistic completion deadlines

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

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