H.R. 4867 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2006
H.R. 4867 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Mar 2, 2006, sponsored by Luis Fortuño with 110 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Mar 2, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 110
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
What it does
Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2006 - Directs the Puerto Rico State Elections Commission to conduct a plebiscite in Puerto Rico during the 110th Congress, giving voters the option to vote for continued U.S. territorial status or for a path toward a constitutionally viable permanent nonterritorial status. Provides for subsequent procedures, depending on ballot results.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Luis Fortuño (R-PR). Co-sponsors: 49 Democrats, 61 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 2, 2006
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Executive Comment Requested from Interior. (Mar 7, 2006)
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