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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8393) to enable the people of Puerto Rico to choose a permanent, nonterritorial, fully self-governing political status for Puerto Rico and to provide for a transition to and the implementation of that permanent, nonterritorial, fully self-governing political status, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HRES 1519

Bill 117 H.Res. 1519 is a resolution that sets the stage for the consideration of another bill, H.R. 8393, which aims to give the people of Puerto Rico the opportunity to select a permanent, nonterritorial, fully self-governing political status for the island. This bill also outlines a plan for the transition to and implementation of this new political status.

The resolution provides a framework for the discussion and debate of H.R. 8393 within the US Congress. It emphasizes the importance of allowing the people of Puerto Rico to have a say in determining their political future and ensuring that their voices are heard in the decision-making process.

The ultimate goal of H.R. 8393 is to grant Puerto Rico a political status that is not based on territorial designation and allows for full self-governance. This would mark a significant shift in the relationship between Puerto Rico and the United States, potentially leading to greater autonomy and decision-making power for the island. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1519 sets the stage for a crucial conversation about the political future of Puerto Rico and the potential for a new, more independent relationship between the island and the United States.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1519

This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 8393.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1519

Bill HRES 1519 is currently in the status of Passed in House since December 15, 2022. Bill HRES 1519 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 14, 2022.  Bill HRES 1519's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of December 15, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1519

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1519

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

- House of Representatives
- Legislative rules and procedure

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1519

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8393) to enable the people of Puerto Rico to choose a permanent, nonterritorial, fully self-governing political status for Puerto Rico and to provide for a transition to and the implementation of that permanent, nonterritorial, fully self-governing political status, and for other purposes.
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8393) to enable the people of Puerto Rico to choose a permanent, nonterritorial, fully self-governing political status for Puerto Rico and to provide for a transition to and the implementation of that permanent, nonterritorial, fully self-governing political status, and for other purposes.

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