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Tax Relief for Property Exchanges: Puerto Rico Treated as US

This new law changes property exchange rules, treating Puerto Rico as part of the United States for tax purposes. This means property owners in Puerto Rico can now benefit from the same tax deferral on like-kind exchanges as those in the continental US. The aim is to simplify transactions and encourage real estate investment on the island.
Key points
Property owners in Puerto Rico can now defer taxes on gains from like-kind property exchanges, similar to the US mainland.
This change may encourage more real estate transactions and investments in Puerto Rico.
The new rules apply to exchanges completed after the law's enactment date.
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Print number: 118_HR_462
Sponsor: Rescom. González-Colón, Jenniffer [R-PR-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-01-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Real Estate Exchange Fairness Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_462.

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 2023-01-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Property owners in Puerto Rico can now defer taxes on gains from like-kind property exchanges, similar to the US mainland.
  • This change may encourage more real estate transactions and investments in Puerto Rico.
  • The new rules apply to exchanges completed after the law's enactment date.
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 Rescom. González-Colón, Jenniffer [R-PR-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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