H.R. 9246: Puerto Rico Democratic Self Determination Act
This bill would require Puerto Rico to hold a status vote in 2027 on four options: independence, commonwealth, statehood, or free association. If no option receives a majority, a runoff election would be held between the top choices.
The measure also sets up the process for running the vote. It provides for voter education, election oversight, bilingual ballots, and funding to carry out the plebiscite. It also establishes transition steps depending on which status option wins.
If Puerto Rico votes for statehood, the bill would require the President to proclaim Puerto Rico as a state within one year. After that, federal law would be reviewed and updated as needed, and elections would be held for Puerto Rico’s senators and representatives. The bill also lays out how state property, existing laws, courts, and obligations would be transferred into the new state structure.
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| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Jun. 10, 2026 | Introduced in House |
| Jun. 10, 2026 | Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. |
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