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This bill establishes a task force within the Executive Office of the President to address Puerto Rico's energy generation challenges by bringing together representatives from multiple federal agencies and Puerto Rican entities. The task force will include one member each from the Department of Energy, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Army Corps of Engineers, and the Puerto Rico Energy Czar's Office, along with three additional representatives from the Puerto Rico government representing the Puerto Rico Energy Bureau, LUMA Energy, and Genera PR. The task force's primary responsibilities include identifying and finding solutions to Puerto Rico's energy generation problems, coordinating between represented entities, and facilitating efficient communication. The group is required to meet at least once every 30 days, with a selected leader responsible for convening meetings and ensuring flexible meeting formats. Every 180 days, the task force must submit a comprehensive report to Congress and the President detailing identified energy problems, recommended solutions, implementation timelines, and responsible implementing entities. The bill aims to improve collaboration and address the ongoing energy challenges faced by Puerto Rico through this dedicated, multi-agency task force.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2714/all-info