The House is expected to vote Thursday on legislation that would allow Puerto Ricans to decide the governing status of the island, including whether it becomes a state.
late Wednesday that would give Congress another week to negotiate a federal spending plan for the rest of the fiscal year.Rep. Raul Grijalva introduced the Puerto Rico Status Act in July.If the House passes the Puerto Rico Status Act, it would then go to the Senate where it faces little chance of getting the 60 votes for approval.It would also require President Biden’s signature before becoming law.
The Puerto Rico Status Act was introduced by Rep. Raul Grijalva , the chair of the House Natural Resources Committee, in July. “I know that the decolonization of Puerto Rico shouldn’t be a decision made by lawmakers in Washington alone,” Grijalva said at the time. “That’s why I’m so proud of both the work and commitment of my colleagues toward incorporating feedback from the leaders and residents of Puerto Rico into this final bill.”Rep.
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