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RCC 311

Para ordenar al Puerto Rico Innovation and Technology Service (PRITS), en coordinación con el Departamento de Justicia, el Departamento de Seguridad Pública, el Negociado de la Policía de Puerto Rico, el Departamento de Corrección y Rehabilitación, la Junta de Libertad Bajo Palabra y el Poder Judicial, diseñar, desarrollar e implementar una aplicación digital oficial del Gobierno de Puerto Rico, accesible en todas las plataformas electrónicas y dispositivos móviles, que integre el Registro de Personas Convictas por Delitos Sexuales y Abuso Contra Menores, según establecido mediante la Ley 266-2004, según enmendada, y el Registro de Personas Convictas por Violaciones a la Ley Núm. 54 de 15 de agosto de 1989, según enmendada, conocida como “Ley de Prevención e Intervención con la Violencia Doméstica”, según dispuesto mediante la Ley 29-2017, según enmendada, entre otros registros compatibles con este propósito, con el fin de crear una plataforma de fácil acceso, ágil, uniforme y de mayor alcance para mantener informada y protegida a la ciudadanía; establecer parámetros básicos de funcionalidad, ciberseguridad; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

PRITS will create a government app that consolidates sexual offense and domestic violence offender records for free public access, with real-time updates, strong security, and ADA

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Bill Summary · RCC 311

Comprehensive Summary of RCC 311 (Session 2025-2028, Puerto Rico)

1) Main purpose and intent

This Joint Resolution directs the Puerto Rico Innovation and Technology Service (PRITS), in coordination with multiple public safety and justice agencies, to design, develop, and implement an official Gobierno de Puerto Rico mobile and web application. The app would integrate existing public registries of convicted individuals related to sexual offenses against minors and domestic violence offenders, with broader interoperability for other compatible records. The overarching goals are to improve accessibility, speed, uniformity, and reach of information for public information, safety, and protection of citizens.

Key motivation cited:
- Improve protection of children, victims of sexual crimes, and victims of domestic violence.
- Modernize how publicly available safety information is accessed, ensuring mobile-friendly, integrated, real-time or near real-time access.
- Balance public safety with privacy and data security requirements.

2) Key provisions and changes proposed

  • Section 1: Directive to PRITS to design, develop, and implement an official PR government digital application accessible across all major platforms and devices. The app would consolidate the following records (and other compatible records):

    • Registro de Personas Convictas por Delitos Sexuales y Abuso Contra Menores (Law 266-2004, as amended)
    • Registro de Personas Convictas por Violaciones a la Ley Núm. 54 de 1989, as amended (Domestic Violence Prevention and Intervention Law, Law 29-2017, as amended)
    • Other similar or future records as applicable

  • Section 2: Minimum functional requirements

    • Cross-OS compatibility (iOS, Android) and responsive web version
    • Segmentable search engine by name, surname, municipality, and ZIP code
    • Alert/notification system for relevant changes
    • Real-time or near real-time synchronization with official databases
    • Geolocation capabilities
    • Free public access

  • Section 3: Security and accessibility

    • Adherence to cyber security standards
    • Protection against data manipulation or improper alterations
    • Compliance with applicable privacy laws and handling of information
    • Accessibility compliance per ADA and state laws

  • Section 4: Funding and development approach

    • PRITS to identify existing state or federal funds and potential federal modernization/public safety funds
    • Allow phased development plans to achieve viable functionality and potential integration into an existing government app if cost-effective and compliant with requirements

  • Section 5: Collaborative arrangements

    • PRITS may form partnerships with public or private universities to reduce costs and foster local innovation

  • Section 6: Implementation plan to the Legislature

    • PRITS must present a detailed implementation plan within 90 days of approval, including:
    • Work plan and development timeline
    • Detailed budget and funding sources
    • Need for ongoing appropriations for subsequent fiscal years
    • Projected launch date
    • Any other pertinent implementation data

  • Section 7: Progress reporting

    • 90 days after presenting the plan, PRITS must provide a progress report to the Legislature

  • Section 8: Effective date

    • The resolution takes effect immediately upon approval

3) Who/what would be affected

  • Primary entity: PRITS (Puerto Rico Innovation and Technology Service) responsible for design, development, and deployment
  • Coordinating agencies: Department of Justice, Department of Public Safety, Puerto Rico Police, Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Parole Board, and the Judiciary
  • Public: All residents and the general public who would access the integrated app
  • Data: Records currently maintained under Law 266-2004 (sex offenses against minors) and Law 54 (domestic violence offenses), along with any other compatible records
  • Possible collaborators: Universities (public or private) for cost-sharing and innovation

4) Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Timeline:
    • 90 days from approval: PRITS to submit a detailed implementation plan (work plan, schedule, budget, funding sources, launch date, etc.)
    • 90 days after plan submission: PRITS to deliver a progress report to the Legislature
  • Status: Action history indicates the bill was introduced and placed in the Government Committee; first reading occurred, with references and referral noted in March 2026
  • Purpose alignment: The measure clarifies it does not create or expand records; it merely consolidates access and usability of existing public records through an official digital platform with modern security and accessibility standards

5) Potential impacts and considerations

  • Public safety and transparency: Easier access to important public safety information for residents
  • Privacy and security: Requires robust cybersecurity, privacy protections, and ADA/compliance measures
  • Resource allocation: Requires funding planning, potential phased development, and interagency coordination
  • Accessibility: Aims to provide a mobile-first, user-friendly interface for broad demographic outreach

If you’d like, I can provide a concise one-page briefing or a comparison with similar digital transparency initiatives in other jurisdictions.

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

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