Bills · HR 2714
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2714Energy
Puerto Rico Energy Generation Crisis Task Force Act
INTRO APR 8· LAST ACTION APR 8
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because Puerto Rico, a U.S. territory, has faced a severe and persistent energy crisis, exacerbated by natural disasters like hurricanes. This has led to frequent and prolonged power outages, hindering economic development, impacting public health services, and disrupting daily life for millions of U.S. citizens.
If this bill becomes law, it establishes a dedicated, high-level task force specifically focused on finding and implementing solutions for Puerto Rico's energy generation problems. This means a concentrated effort to bring together federal and local experts, improving coordination and potentially accelerating the recovery and modernization of the island's power grid. Without this law, efforts to address the energy crisis might remain more fragmented or less coordinated, potentially prolonging the challenges faced by Puerto Rico's residents and economy.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a task force within the Executive Office of the President.
This creates a dedicated, high-level body with direct access to the President to focus on Puerto Rico's energy crisis.
PROVISION 02
Includes members from federal agencies (Department of Energy, FEMA, Army Corps) and Puerto Rican energy entities (Office of the Energy Czar, Energy Bureau, LUMA Energy, Genera PR).
This ensures a diverse range of expertise and fosters collaboration between federal and local stakeholders crucial for comprehensive solutions.
PROVISION 03
Mandates the task force to identify and find solutions for energy generation problems and coordinate efforts among involved entities.
This gives the task force a clear mission to tackle the root causes of energy issues and improve operational efficiency across all groups.
PROVISION 04
Requires the task force to convene at least once every 30 days.
This ensures continuous communication, progress tracking, and responsiveness, helping to prevent delays in addressing the crisis.
PROVISION 05
Requires semi-annual reports to Congress and the President, detailing efforts, identified problems, solutions, timelines, and responsible entities.
This provides transparency and accountability to decision-makers and the public regarding the task force's work and progress.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 8
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APR 8
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2714
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 8, 2025
Last actionApr 8, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 8, 2025
House BillHR 2714Energy
Puerto Rico Energy Generation Crisis Task Force Act
INTRODUCED APR 8, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 8, 2025
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