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Support for Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands Post-Hurricane Maria

This US Congress resolution marks the four-year anniversary of Hurricane Maria's devastation in Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands. It highlights ongoing challenges faced by residents, including power outages, damaged homes, and healthcare access issues, committing Congress to continued support for recovery and ensuring citizens are not abandoned.
Key points
Congress commits to continued support for the recovery of Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands after Hurricane Maria.
It emphasizes that residents still face issues like an unstable power grid and damaged homes.
The resolution highlights the need for adequate healthcare and housing assistance for those affected.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HCONRES_51
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Process start date: 2021-09-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Marking the four-year anniversary of the devastation of Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands by Hurricane Maria.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HCONRES_51.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Congress commits to continued support for the recovery of Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands after Hurricane Maria.
  • It emphasizes that residents still face issues like an unstable power grid and damaged homes.
  • The resolution highlights the need for adequate healthcare and housing assistance for those affected.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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