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10th Anniversary of PROMESA: A Call for Restored Self-Governance in Puerto Rico

Original title: PROMESA IS A DEMOCRATIC TRAGEDY

Record date · June 30, 2026

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What This Bill Does

Representative Hernandez addressed the House on the 10th anniversary of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management, and Economic Stability Act (), arguing that the law's oversight board undermines democratic self-governance. He called for a return to elected leadership and criticized the influence of and past government corruption.

Why it matters

This statement highlights the ongoing political tension regarding the authority of the Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico, which retains the power to override local elected officials on fiscal decisions.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

People of Puerto Rico

They are subject to the authority of the financial oversight board established by PROMESA.

Directly affected

Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico

The board holds the authority to override the decisions of Puerto Rico's elected officials on fiscal matters.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is PROMESA?

is a federal law enacted in 2016 that created a financial oversight board for Puerto Rico with the power to override local elected officials on fiscal issues.

What is the current status of Puerto Rico's debt according to the statement?

Representative Hernandez noted that most of the debt has been restructured and recent budgets have been balanced.

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Related Legislation

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Congressional Hearing on Proposed Changes to PROMESA

This document is a transcript of a two-part legislative hearing held by the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources in October 2019. The committee d

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10-Year Milestone of PROMESA

The document marks a decade of federal oversight, highlighting a transition from debt restructuring to a renewed focus on restoring local democratic control.

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Connected Entities

Mr. Hernandez, Government Publishing Office

PersonMr. Hernandez“Representative from Puerto Rico who addressed the House regarding the 10th anniv”Map →

OrganizationGovernment Publishing Office“The agency that publishes the Congressional Record.”Map →

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