Puerto Rico Energy Generation Crisis Task Force Act

# Puerto Rico Energy Generation Crisis Task Force Act (HR 2714) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would create a special task force dedicated to addressing Puerto Rico's energy generation problems. If passed, the task force would study and develop solutions for the island's struggling power system, which has faced widespread outages, aging infrastructure, and reliability issues in recent years. **Who It Affects** The bill directly impacts Puerto Rico's 3.2 million residents, who depend on the island's power grid for electricity. It could also affect Puerto Rico's economy, businesses, and government operations, all of which are vulnerable to power disruptions. **Current Status** HR 2714 is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full House of Representatives.

The bill was sponsored by Rep. Pablo Hernández, Puerto Rico's non-voting congressional representative. *Note: Specific details about the task force's structure, funding, or exact recommendations are not provided in the available information. More details would likely be included in the full bill text.*.