Para ordenar al Departamento de Transportación y Obras Públicas y a la Autoridad de Carreteras y Transportación de Puerto Rico, conforme a los estatutos de la Ley Núm. 74 de 23 de junio de 1965, según enmendada, en coordinación con LUMA Energy, la Autoridad de Energía Eléctrica, o cualquier otra entidad correspondiente establecer e implementar los mecanismos necesarios para el funcionamiento eficiente de los sistemas de alumbrado eléctrico, así como de los semáforos o señales de control de tráfico, en las calles y carreteras que posibilitan y viabilizan el tránsito de vehículos y peatones en los municipios de Cidra y Cayey, los cuales comprenden en Distrito Representativo número 29; desarrollar planes de mantenimiento y provisión de servicios para garantizar la existencia y ejecución efectiva de la infraestructura que genere energía para iluminación precisa y adecuada en las vías de rodaje y caminos antes referidos; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico directs transportation and energy agencies to coordinate fixing street lights and traffic signals in Cidra and Cayey with mandatory maintenance planning.

Remitido a Comisión de Calendarios de la Cámara

Legislative bill overview

Bill RCC 246 directs Puerto Rico's Department of Transportation and Public Works and the Highway and Transportation Authority to coordinate with energy entities (LUMA Energy, Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority, or others) to establish and implement mechanisms for efficient operation of street lighting and traffic signal systems in Cidra and Cayey municipalities (Legislative District 29). The bill also mandates development of maintenance and service plans to ensure adequate illumination infrastructure on roads and highways in these areas.

Why is this important

Street lighting and functional traffic signals are critical infrastructure affecting public safety, traffic flow, and economic activity. Poor or non-functional lighting increases accident risks for both drivers and pedestrians, while broken traffic signals create congestion and safety hazards. This bill attempts to address infrastructure gaps in two specific municipalities through coordinated government and utility action.

Potential points of contention

Resource allocation and cost responsibility: Unclear which entity bears financial responsibility for implementation and ongoing maintenance—government budgets or utility companies

Enforcement mechanisms: Bill lacks specified penalties or accountability measures if entities fail to develop or execute maintenance plans

Geographic limitation: Applies only to two municipalities; residents in other areas with similar infrastructure problems may question why relief is geographically restricted rather than island-wide

Timeline and implementation details: No specific deadlines or performance metrics are established for plan development or infrastructure improvements