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5th Anniversary of Hurricane Maria: Support for Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands

This resolution marks the 5th anniversary of Hurricane Maria's devastation in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. It highlights ongoing recovery challenges, including an unreliable power grid and healthcare deficiencies, and reaffirms the U.S. government's commitment to supporting the residents of these territories.
Key points
Reaffirmation of the House of Representatives' commitment to assist in restoring Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands after Hurricane Maria.
Acknowledgement of persistent issues like an unstable power grid, lack of healthcare access, and ongoing housing needs for affected residents.
Assurance that citizens from Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, including those who relocated to the mainland, will not be abandoned.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_1376
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Process start date: 2022-09-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Marking the 5-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_HRES_1376.

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 2022-09-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Reaffirmation of the House of Representatives' commitment to assist in restoring Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands after Hurricane Maria.
  • Acknowledgement of persistent issues like an unstable power grid, lack of healthcare access, and ongoing housing needs for affected residents.
  • Assurance that citizens from Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, including those who relocated to the mainland, will not be abandoned.
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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