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US HR124
Resolution
Status
2/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Ritchie Torres
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AI Summary
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More than 3,000,000 American citizens in Puerto Rico continue to experience frequent power outages, unreliable service, and high energy costs since Hurricane Maria in 2017
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Congress has appropriated billions of dollars for electrical grid rebuilding, but only a small amount of funds have been expended due to workforce capacity, supply chain, and regulatory delays
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The House of Representatives commits to supporting Puerto Rico and assisting in restoring the island to its full potential
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The resolution urges the President and Federal agencies to take immediate action to address the electric grid crisis and build a more resilient system
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Puerto Rico's electrical grid is identified as one of the most urgent infrastructure needs in the United States, with the current grid state hindering economic growth and causing millions of dollars in losses
Legislative Description
Expressing continued support for the people of Puerto Rico, and urging the Federal Government to expedite the rebuilding of Puerto Rico's electrical grid.
Energy
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
2/10/2025