Puerto Rico Democratic Self Determination Act
To enable the people of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico to determine the political status of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and for other purposes.
HB9246, also known as the Puerto Rico Democratic Self Determination Act, aims to give the people of Puerto Rico the right to choose their political status. This bill was introduced on June 10, 2026, and was immediately referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. The primary sponsor is Pablo Jose Hernandez, with support from several other Democratic co-sponsors.
This bill would affect the people of Puerto Rico by allowing them to decide whether they want to remain a U.S. territory, become an independent nation, or become a state of the United States. This change could significantly impact Puerto Rico's governance, economy, and relationship with the U.S.
As of now, the bill has been introduced and referred to the appropriate committee for further consideration. It has not yet been scheduled for a committee hearing or a vote in the House.
