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BillHR 9246 · 119

Puerto Rico Democratic Self Determination Act

Introduced
Jun 10, 2026
Cosponsors
9
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 10, 2026

Bill Summary

Allows Puerto Rico to hold a vote on its political status, giving residents a chance to decide their future. Requires the US government to respect the outcome of this vote.

Sponsored By

Pablo José Hernández
Democrat · Puerto Rico · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jun 10, 2026
  2. Jun 10, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the approximately 3.2 million US citizens living in Puerto Rico, giving them a direct say in their island's political status. It also impacts the US government, which would be required to implement the results of the vote.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic
IntroducedJun 10, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 10, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.