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PC 747

Para prohibir que los patronos impongan cláusulas de arbitraje que interfieran con el derecho de los empleados a tramitar sus reclamaciones laborales de acuerdo con las disposiciones de la Ley Núm. 2 de 17 de octubre de 1961, según enmendada; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Summary of Legislative Bill PC 747 OverviewBill Number: PC 747 Title: To prohibit employers from imposing arbitration clauses that interfere with employees' right to pursue labor

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Bill Summary · PC 747

Summary of Legislative Bill PC 747

Overview

Bill Number: PC 747
Title: To prohibit employers from imposing arbitration clauses that interfere with employees' right to pursue labor claims under the provisions of Law No. 2 of October 17, 1961, as amended; and for other related purposes.
Status: Referred to Committee(s)
Introduced: August 04, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of this bill is to prohibit employers from requiring employees to sign arbitration agreements that prevent them from exercising their right to file labor-related claims through the procedures established in Law No. 2 of 1961. The bill aims to protect employees' access to the legal system for resolving workplace disputes and prevent employers from circumventing these established labor laws.

Key Provisions

  • Prohibits employers from including mandatory arbitration clauses in employment contracts or policies that would prevent employees from pursuing labor claims through the procedures outlined in Law No. 2 of 1961
  • Declares any such arbitration clauses as null and void, unenforceable, and against public policy
  • Allows employees to opt out of any existing arbitration agreements without retaliation from their employer
  • Empowers the Department of Labor and Human Resources to investigate and enforce compliance with the new restrictions on arbitration clauses

Affected Parties and Impacts

This bill would primarily impact private-sector employees in Puerto Rico, protecting their ability to file labor-related claims and lawsuits against their employers. It aims to prevent employers from using mandatory arbitration as a way to avoid the legal system and deny employees their rights under labor laws.

The bill would also affect employers, who would be prohibited from requiring arbitration agreements that interfere with employees' access to the courts and administrative processes for resolving workplace disputes.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The bill has been referred to the relevant committee(s) for consideration and further legislative action. If passed by the legislature and signed into law, the new restrictions on employer-imposed arbitration clauses would take effect immediately. The Department of Labor and Human Resources would be responsible for enforcing the law and investigating any violations by employers.

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

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