What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 4642.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-22.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr4642/BILLS-117hr4642ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Resident Commissioner González-Colón, Jenniffer [R-PR-At Large].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 4642

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Distilled Spirits Tax Changes: Support for Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Removal of the cap on distilled spirits tax transfers to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, potentially boosting their budgets. Mandatory transfer of a portion of Puerto Rico rum tax revenues to the Puerto Rico Conservation Trust Fund. Adjustments to how transferred tax amounts are calculated, aiming for financial stability for these territories.

This bill amends the rules for transferring distilled spirits tax revenues to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. It removes previous limitations on these transfers, potentially increasing funds for these territories. Additionally, a portion of rum tax revenues from Puerto Rico will be directed to a conservation trust fund.

Key points

Removal of the cap on distilled spirits tax transfers to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, potentially boosting their budgets.

Mandatory transfer of a portion of Puerto Rico rum tax revenues to the Puerto Rico Conservation Trust Fund.

Adjustments to how transferred tax amounts are calculated, aiming for financial stability for these territories.

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Additional Information

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the limitation on the cover over of distilled spirits taxes to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, and for other purposes.

Print number: HR 4642

Sponsor: Resident Commissioner González-Colón, Jenniffer [R-PR-At Large]

Process start date: 2021-07-22

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