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Governor Signs Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 with Line-Item Vetoes
6 updates over 7 days — last updated Jun 29, 2026
Governor Signs Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 with Line-Item Vetoes
via Primera Hora
Governor Jenniffer González Colón signed the Puerto Rico government's budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, exercising her constitutional authority to issue line-item vetoes to reduce or eliminate several appropriations included by the Legislative Assembly.
Fiscal Oversight Board Approves New Budget: 'Complies with Certified Fiscal Plan'
via El Nuevo Día
The Fiscal Oversight Board (JSF) approved the 2026-2027 budget passed by the Legislative Assembly, determining it complies with the certified fiscal plan for the Puerto Rico government.
Senate Approves Judicial Reform, But It Remains Pending in the House of Representatives
via El Nuevo Día
The Puerto Rico Senate approved a bill to restructure the judiciary, despite opposition from minority parties who claim it's a 'democratic dismantling'. The bill, which passed with 18 votes in favor and 7 against, aims to resolve a historical debate on court…
Puerto Rico's Next Fiscal Year Budget Set at $13.18 Billion
via El Nuevo Día
The Puerto Rico government's budget for the next fiscal year will be $13.18 billion, with the House of Representatives expected to concur with the Senate's amendments.
Puerto Rico House of Representatives Amends Budget to Include $3 Million for 4th of July Celebrations
via El Nuevo Día
The Puerto Rico House of Representatives approved a $635.5 million increase to the current budget, which will expire on June 30, bringing the total spending plan to $13.73 billion.
House of Representatives Approves Budget for Next Fiscal Year
via El Nuevo Día
The Puerto Rico House of Representatives approved the government's budget for the next fiscal year, with 35 votes in favor and 17 against. The budget, which totals $13,180 million from the General Fund, is considered a step towards achieving a second…