PUERTO RICO-USDA FUNDS
Summary
Expresses strong support for the initiative to reprogram USDA funds allocated to Puerto Rico toward purchasing locally grown items in Puerto Rico. Urges the United States Congress to endorse and implement this initiative in recognition of its potential to foster economic growth, promote sustainability, enhance resilience, and enrich cultural heritage.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2024
Committee Review
Apr 2024
House Passage
May 2024
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 30, 2024
Last action May 25, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
11
Key actions
2
Committee
3
May 25, 2024
Lower · Passed
Resolution Adopted
lower
Apr 30, 2024
Lower · Passed
Recommends Be Adopted Agriculture & Conservation Committee; 008-000-000
lower
Mar 20, 2024
Committee
Assigned to Agriculture & Conservation Committee
lower
Feb 6, 2024
Committee
Referred to Rules Committee
lower
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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