H.R. 8393 — 117th Congress
Puerto Rico Status Act
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Latest action
Dec 15, 2022Received in the Senate.
CRS summary
As of Dec 15, 2022Passed House
Puerto Rico Status Act
This bill provides for a plebiscite to be held on November 5, 2023, to resolve Puerto Rico's political status.
Specifically, such plebiscite shall offer eligible voters a choice of independence, sovereignty in free association with the United States, or statehood.
The Puerto Rico State Elections Commission shall
- carry out a nonpartisan voter education campaign through traditional paid media and make available at all voting locations voter education materials related to the plebiscites, and
- invite national and international election observers to ensure transparency and confidence in the electoral process.
All voter educational materials and ballots used to carry out this bill shall be made available in English and Spanish.
The bill sets forth transition and implementation provisions for each choice offered in the plebiscite.
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Roll-call votes
2 on recordDec 15, 2022 · On Passage
Full roll callYea — 233: 217 D · 16 R
Nay — 191: 191 R
Not Voting — 6: 6 R
| Member | State |
|---|---|
| Barry Loudermilk | GA |
| Ashley Hinson | IA |
| James R. Baird | IN |
| Trent Kelly | MS |
| Virginia Foxx | NC |
| David B. McKinley | WV |
Dec 15, 2022 · On Motion to Recommit
Full roll callYea — 209: 209 R
Nay — 217: 216 D · 1 R
Not Voting — 4: 3 R · 1 D
| Member | State |
|---|---|
| Jennifer Wexton | VA |
| Ashley Hinson | IA |
| Trent Kelly | MS |
| David B. McKinley | WV |
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