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Introduced
03/16/2021
03/16/2021
In Committee
03/16/2021
03/16/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To provide for the admission of the State of Puerto Rico into the Union.
AI Summary
This bill, the Puerto Rico Statehood Admission Act, would provide for the admission of Puerto Rico as the 51st state of the United States. The bill outlines the process for Puerto Rico's statehood, including the requirement for a ratification vote by Puerto Rico's voters and the issuance of a presidential proclamation declaring Puerto Rico's statehood. It also addresses the continuity of laws, government, and obligations, as well as the repeal of certain federal and territorial laws related to Puerto Rico's current status as a U.S. territory.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (6)
Martin Heinrich (D)*,
Alex Padilla (D),
Jack Reed (D),
Brian Schatz (D),
Sheldon Whitehouse (D),
Ron Wyden (D),
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (on 03/16/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/780/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s780/BILLS-117s780is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s780/BILLS-117s780is.pdf.pdf |
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