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Jenniffer González Colón
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October 2026
Oct 8–14
- Over 1,600 People Attend Job Fair at Plaza Las Américas
Over 1,600 people attended the 'En Puerto Rico hay trabajo' job fair at Plaza Las Américas on Wednesday, where around 80 employers presented more than 2,000 full-time and part-time job opportunities.
- Puerto Rico Hosts FCCA Cruise Conference to Boost Tourism
In Puerto Rico, the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Annual Conference is being held at the Puerto Rico Convention Center from October 12 to 16, bringing together hundreds of cruise industry representatives to strengthen business relationships and attract new cruise operations.
- Economists Urge Completion of Minimum Wage Commission Appointments
In Puerto Rico, the Association of Economists of Puerto Rico (AEPR) has urged Governor Jenniffer González to complete the pending appointments to the Minimum Wage Evaluation Commission with urgency.
- Puerto Rico Senate Approves Permit Reform Bill
The Puerto Rico Senate approved a substitute bill to streamline business and construction permit processes, with 17 votes in favor and 8 against.
- PDP President Hernández Rivera Casts Party as Centrist, Autonomist and Plans 10-Year Government Program
The Popular Democratic Party (PDP) is redefining its ideological identity as a centrist and autonomist force, party president and Resident Commissioner Pablo José Hernández Rivera told delegates at the PDP General Assembly at the Ponce Convention Center on Sunday.
- Governor González Colón’s Administration Details $114.4M Road Plan, Emergency Gear and Jobs Push
The administration of Gov. Jenniffer González Colón highlighted a series of initiatives during the week, led by $114.4 million for rehabilitating state roads in 42 towns through agreements between the Transportation and Public Works Department (DTOP) and municipal governments.
- Kiosks to Be Built for Merchants and Artisans at Cuartel de Ballajá
Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced that kiosks will be built for merchants and artisans at the Cuartel de Ballajá in Old San Juan.
- University of Puerto Rico’s ASTRE Scientific Incubator Inaugurated
The Advanced Science and Technology Research and Entrepreneurship (ASTRE) scientific incubator at the University of Puerto Rico’s Molecular Research Center was officially inaugurated.
- Government Accused of Avoiding Public Bidding to Hide Contract Scheme
Luis Javier Hernández Ortiz, spokesperson for the Partido Popular Democrático (PPD) in the Senate, stated on NotiUno 630’s Normando en la Mañana that the government of Governor Jenniffer González Colón avoids public bidding meetings to hide a contract scheme.
- Governor Calls New Fortress Energy Payment Claims 'Blackmail,' Weighs Seeking Another Gas Supplier
Gov. Jenniffer González Colón said she will weigh viable alternatives to end the dispute with New Fortress Energy so the barge Amur River can finally dock at the San Juan pier and unload natural gas.
- Senate Introduces New Permit Reform Bill
The Senate has introduced a new bill to reform the permitting process in Puerto Rico, which will replace previous legislative measures presented by Governor Jenniffer González Colón and Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz.
- Governor Defends Family Secretary Roig, Says ex-ADSEF Head Medina’s Account Lacks Credibility
Governor Jenniffer González Colón said the answers and sworn statement that Blanca Medina Díaz, former head of the Family Socioeconomic Development Administration (ADSEF), gave at a Senate public hearing lack credibility.
- PPD Demands Governor Remove Family Secretary Suzanne Roig After Senate Hearing
Popular Democratic Party (PPD) Secretary General Manuel Calderón Cerame said Governor Jenniffer González must immediately remove Family Secretary Suzanne Roig after her appearance Wednesday at a Senate public hearing.
Oct 1–7
- What’s Known About Star Academy, the Firm Behind a $38.5 Million Puerto Rico Contract Proposal
The effectiveness of Star Academy’s educational programs, whose proposed contracting is at the center of the latest scandal in the administration of Gov. Jenniffer González, has produced mixed results, according to The Wall Street Journal.
- Record Number of Commercial Fishing Licenses in Puerto Rico
The Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (DRNA) Secretary, Waldemar Quiles, announced on Wednesday that the Office of Licenses and Permits for Forestry, Wildlife, and Fisheries has a record 1,554 active commercial fishing licenses in Puerto Rico.
- Governor Creates Interagency Committee to Strengthen Earthquake Preparedness
Gov. Jenniffer González Colón announced on Wednesday that she signed an executive order creating the Puerto Rico Earthquake Preparedness Committee, which will coordinate government efforts to prepare for and respond to seismic events.
- Resident Commissioner Pablo José Hernández Calls on Governor to Fire Energy Czar Josué Colón and Family Secretary Suzanne Roig
Resident Commissioner Pablo José Hernández, who represents Puerto Rico in Washington D.C., said Governor Jenniffer González Colón should remove Energy czar Josué Colón Ortiz and Family Department secretary Suzanne Roig Fuertes.
- Family Secretary Roig Keeps Governor’s Confidence Amid $38.5 Million Contract Scrutiny, La Fortaleza Says
La Fortaleza has closed ranks, for now, around Family secretary Suzanne Roig.
- Governor Approves Updated Land-Use Plans for Aguas Buenas, Guayama and Morovis
Gov. Jenniffer González Colón on Monday approved the first comprehensive revisions of the territorial land-use plans for Aguas Buenas, Guayama and Morovis, giving the three municipalities updated tools to guide development, strengthen urban centers and protect environmentally sensitive areas.
- La Fortaleza Says Family Secretary Roig Fuertes Keeps Her Post Amid Probe and Replacement Rumors
La Fortaleza’s Public Affairs secretary, Jean Peña Payano, insisted that Suzanne Roig Fuertes, secretary of the Family Department, still has Gov. Jenniffer González’s confidence.
- Puerto Rico to Distribute 102 Donated Starlink Satellite Antennas to Municipalities and Agencies for Emergencies
Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced Monday that all 78 municipalities and several emergency response agencies will receive 102 Starlink satellite communication systems to keep internet access when conventional networks fail during a disaster.
- Governor Announces $114.4 Million for Road Improvements in 42 Municipalities
Puerto Rican Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced on Monday over $114.4 million in funding for road improvements in 42 municipalities.
- Military Boot Maker PR Footwear to Open Operations in Lares, Creating Up to 300 Jobs
A factory producing military boots and tactical footwear will begin operations in Lares, projecting up to 300 full-time jobs over the next three years, while a second facility in San Sebastián will be used for raw material handling.
- Canceling LUMA Energy Contract Would Cost $1.3 Billion, Company Tells Supreme Court
Canceling the LUMA Energy contract, as the administration of Governor Jenniffer González Colón seeks, would cost Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA) customers at least $1.3 billion and could jeopardize about 4,000 direct jobs.
- Governor Urges Congress to Avert Medicaid Funding Crisis Beyond 2027
Governor Jenniffer González presented the Final Report of the Multisectoral Advisory Board on Puerto Rico’s Medicaid Program.
- Puerto Rico Economy Shows Nearly Zero Growth Over the Past Year, DDEC Data Show
Puerto Rico’s economy showed no significant growth over the past year.
- Governor Nominates Deputy Justice Secretary Annette Esteves Serrano as Superior Court Judge
Governor Jenniffer González has nominated Deputy Secretary of Justice Annette Esteves Serrano to a judgeship on the Court of First Instance (Tribunal de Primera Instancia), as a superior court judge.
- Senate President Rivera Schatz Disputes La Fortaleza’s Account of $38 Million ADSEF Contract
The process of awarding $38 million in federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds to NOLA Education LLC to implement the Star Academy initiative in 25 public schools remains under scrutiny.
- Public Housing Deputy Secretary Alberto Fradera Exits, Doesn’t Rule Out Fortaleza Sought His Resignation
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González faces another departure from her administration: Alberto Fradera, who ended his duties on September 30 as deputy secretary of the Public Housing Administration (AVP), a post he held for a year and a half.
- Governor González Recalls Conciliatory Style of Late Former Bayamón Mayor Ramón Luis Rivera
Governor Jenniffer González said humility, a conciliatory attitude, a knack for dealing with people, and a willingness to solve problems "house by house" were the lessons left by former Bayamón mayor Ramón Luis Rivera Rivera, who died Wednesday at age 97.
- Governor Announces Launch of Puerto Rico Health Information Exchange
Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced on Thursday the launch of the Puerto Rico Health Information Exchange (PRHIE), a platform that will allow patients’ clinical information to be shared among providers and hospitals in Puerto Rico.
- Governor Signs Laws on Property Registry, Youth Sports Safety, Frontotemporal Dementia Awareness
Governor Jenniffer González Colón signed Senate Bill 707, now Law 197-2026, which amends several provisions of the Real Property Registry Act to align them with Puerto Rico’s 2020 Civil Code.
- San Juan Mayor Romero Demands Criteria Behind AAA Water Credit, Calls It 'Insufficient'
San Juan Mayor Miguel Romero on Thursday called the credit that the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA) will grant to about 37,000 customers "insufficient," arguing it does not include all sectors affected by water supply problems or the full period in which breakdowns were reported.
- Loíza Mayor Asks for More AAA Credits After Water Service Interruptions
Loíza Mayor Julia Nazario told political analyst Jay Fonseca on the program Los Datos Son Los Datos that some areas of the municipality went more than 120 days without water or with unstable service.
- Fortaleza Official Won’t Say Whether Governor Trusts Family Secretary Suzanne Roig Amid ADSEF Controversy
Jean Peña Payano, Secretary of Public Affairs at La Fortaleza, said Governor Jenniffer González constantly evaluates the members of her cabinet, but he did not categorically state whether Family Department Secretary Suzanne Roig Fuertes retains the governor’s confidence.
September 2026
Sep 29–30
- PPD Senator Demands Answers on How Cargo Containers Are Now Inspected at San Juan Ports
Senator José Luis Dalmau Santiago of the Popular Democratic Party (PPD) called on the Ports Authority to detail its current practices for inspecting cargo entering the San Juan docks.
- Governor Announces $20.5 Million Allocation to Cover Special Education Transportation
Governor Jenniffer González announced that the Financial Oversight and Management Board (JSF) authorized the reprogramming of just over $26.5 million to pay for several government services, including transportation for Special Education students and technology services.
- UPR President Denies Rift With Unions After Heend Strike Vote
University of Puerto Rico (UPR) president Zayira Jordán Conde said Tuesday she does not understand claims of a "disconnect" in her communication with union leaders, stating she holds periodic scheduled meetings with all of the university’s unions and is fully willing to talk.
- Oversight Board Clears $114 Million for Road Repaving in 40 Municipalities
The Financial Oversight and Management Board (JSF) approved several budget requests from the Puerto Rico government that will allow more than $114 million to be directed to road repaving and rehabilitation, plus another $53 million for economic development incentives.
- Public Housing Deputy Administrator Alberto Fradera Ousted
Alberto Fradera, deputy administrator (subadministrador) of the Puerto Rico Public Housing Administration (AVP), was removed from his post a week ago, and his departure becomes official Wednesday, two separate sources told El Nuevo Día.
- La Fortaleza Official Says Middle East Conflict Doesn’t Justify LUMA, Genera PR Rate Hike Request
Jean Peña Payano, secretary of Public Affairs at La Fortaleza, said the request by LUMA Energy and Genera PR for a residential electricity rate increase lacks justification.
- FEMA Obligates $87 Million for 47 Recovery Projects in Puerto Rico
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has obligated over $87 million for 47 recovery projects in Puerto Rico, including public lighting, the Punta Santiago Pier in Humacao, and water and road infrastructure works in various municipalities.
- Governor Jenniffer González Colón Involved in Motorcycle Accident in Cataño
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer Aydin González Colón was involved in a motorcycle accident on Sunday afternoon in Cataño.
Sep 22–28
- Governor Announces Credit for 37,000 AAA Customers Affected by Water Service Outages
Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced a credit for 37,000 clients of the Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados (AAA) affected by the lack of potable water service in recent months.
- Representative Alleges Governor Requested Resignation of ADSEF Administrator
Representative Héctor Ferrer Santiago, the spokesperson for the minority Popular Democratic Party (PPD) in the House of Representatives, alleged that Governor Jenniffer González requested the immediate resignation of Bianca Medina Díaz, the administrator of the Administración de Desarrollo Socioeconómico de la Familia (Adsef).
- Hospital Menonita in Aibonito to Undergo $51.8 Million Renovation
The Hospital Menonita in Aibonito announced the start of a $51.8 million renovation and expansion project, which will improve access and increase service capacity for the central region.
- Request to Rehabilitate Water Wells Remains with Fiscal Supervision Board
The request for the Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados (AAA) to use $9,688,345 from the Emergency Reserve to rehabilitate four water wells that would supply five million gallons of water daily to the metropolitan area remains in the hands of the Junta de Supervisión Fiscal.
- Construction of 222 Apartments for Seniors to Begin in Santurce
Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced the construction of a residential complex with 222 apartments for low- and moderate-income seniors in Santurce, as part of a $139.6 million project.
- Drought Committee Keeps Rationing Plans Inactive
The Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados (AAA) will not reactivate water rationing plans in the metropolitan area despite the continued decrease in available water levels at the La Plata reservoir.
- Puerto Rico Sues NFEnergía Over Natural Gas Supply Cutoff, Raising Cost Concerns
Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced that the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA) will sue NFEnergía LLC (NFE), a subsidiary of New Fortress Energy Inc., after the company stopped supplying natural gas to Units 5 and 6 of the San Juan power plant on September 16.
- Government’s Transparency Portal Remains Silent
A month after Governor Jenniffer González Colón signed Senate Project 63, which amended the Transparency Law, Veronica Ferraiuoli, Coordinator of the Initiative for Deregulation and Administrative Efficiency (IDEA), announced the creation of the Public Transparency Portal.
- Bayamón PPD Leader Questions Mayor’s Relationship with Governor
Dr. Morgan Alejandro Cordero, president of the Bayamón municipal committee of the Partido Popular Democrático (PPD), questioned Bayamón Mayor Ramón Luis Rivera Cruz about his political relationship with the Partido Nuevo Progresista (PNP) and Governor Jenniffer González Colón.
- Governor Jenniffer González Colón Falls Off Motorcycle in Cataño
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González Colón fell off a motorcycle she was riding after arriving in Cataño to congratulate the new mayor, Hiram Torres Montalvo, on Sunday afternoon.
- Governor Names Interim DACO Chief After Secretary Wins Cataño Mayoral Race
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González announced that Erwin “Farito” Álvarez, subsecretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs (DACO), will lead the agency temporarily while she makes a new appointment.
- Puerto Rico Mayors Press Fiscal Board to Speed Up $89 Million in Budget Disbursements
With the first quarter of fiscal year 2026-2027 nearly over, the Federation of Mayors of Puerto Rico asked the Financial Oversight and Management Board (JSF) to say when it will approve distribution plans for four budget allocations totaling $89 million that municipalities have not yet received.
- Puerto Rico Fire Bureau Grants 72 Promotions, Receives New Trucks
Governor Jenniffer González Colón led a ceremony granting 72 promotions within the Puerto Rico Fire Bureau (NCBPR), part of the Department of Public Safety (DSP).
- US Health Secretary Visits Puerto Rico to Inaugurate New Hospital in Vieques
US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited Puerto Rico to inaugurate the new Hospital Susana Centeno in Vieques, accompanied by Governor Jenniffer González Colón.
- Puerto Rico Governor Highlights Child Car Seat Safety Campaign
Governor Jenniffer González Colón said a properly installed protective seat can make a critical difference for a child in a crash, speaking Saturday after handing out 11 child car seats to families from Canóvanas, Bayamón, Guaynabo and San Juan, as part of Child Passenger Safety Week.
- Governor González Colón Skips Press Q&A at Río Grande Event
Governor Jenniffer González Colón left journalists waiting Wednesday afternoon at a public event in Río Grande, after her communications staff told reporters she would answer questions.
- PR Government Says It Cannot Cover Vital Plan Funding Gap Without Congress
Governor Jenniffer González Colón and Resident Commissioner Pablo José Hernández Rivera warned that the stability of health services under Puerto Rico’s Vital plan, which benefits 1.3 million enrollees on the island, depends on Congress extending federal funding.
- UPR Non-Teaching Employees Take Wage and Labor Demands to La Fortaleza
The Hermandad de Empleados Exentos No Docentes, a union representing non-teaching employees at the University of Puerto Rico, brought its demands to La Fortaleza after multiple unsuccessful negotiations with university administration.
- Senator Morales: Former Secretary Domenech’s Testimony Does Not Match Sworn Statements
Senator Juan Óscar Morales stated that the partial Senate report on former Secretary of the Interior Francisco Domenech shows his sworn testimony does not match the sworn statements of former DDEC officials.
- Customed to Invest $12 Million in Fajardo Plant Expansion, Adding 35 Jobs
Puerto Rican medical products company Customed Inc. announced a $12 million expansion of its Fajardo operations, expected to create 35 new jobs and boost the company’s sterilization capacity for medical products.
- ACLU of Puerto Rico Demands Withdrawal of National Guard Troops From Washington, D.C.
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Puerto Rico this week denounced the continued deployment of more than 150 Puerto Rico National Guard members patrolling Washington, D.C. neighborhoods as unjustified and politically motivated.
- USDA Expands Federal Drought Disaster Declaration to Cover 63 Puerto Rico Municipalities
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced a new federal drought disaster declaration from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), designating 31 municipalities as primary disaster areas and 22 more as contiguous areas.
- Governor Opens New Entrance and Outdoor Theater at Santurce’s Centro de Bellas Artes
Governor Jenniffer González inaugurated a new entrance portico and an outdoor theater at the Centro de Bellas Artes Luis A. Ferré in Santurce.
- CPI Sues Puerto Rico Treasury Department Over Access to Donor Information
The Center for Investigative Journalism (CPI) filed a mandamus lawsuit against the Puerto Rico Department of Treasury (Hacienda) and its Secretary, Angel Pantoja Rodríguez, seeking information on donors to the Fundación del Palacio de Santa Catalina, a government-created organization responsible for maintaining and restoring La Fortaleza.
- Mujica Warns of Municipal Tax Rates and FEMA Funds
Robert Mujica, executive director of the Fiscal Supervision Board (JSF), warned that 22 municipalities in Puerto Rico are imposing higher construction tax rates on federally funded projects than on private works.
- Governor Breaks Ground on Nearly $25 Million Renovation of Asunción Rodríguez de Sala School in Guayanilla
Governor Jenniffer González Colón laid the first stone for the rehabilitation and modernization project of the Asunción Rodríguez de Sala High School in Guayanilla, joined by Mayor Raúl Rivera, Education Secretary Eliezer Ramos, Senator Jamie Barlucea, and COR3 Executive Director María Marín.
Sep 15–21
- Governor Touts Carraízo Reservoir Rise, Cites Cloud-Seeding Skeptics
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González posted a social media video discussing rising water levels at the Carraízo reservoir following recent rains, referencing cloud-seeding efforts and urging citizens to remain prudent with water use.
- PR House Approves Bill Declaring Religious Services 'Essential'
The Puerto Rico House of Representatives approved House Bill 1385, an administration measure from Governor Jenniffer González, declaring religious services "essential" and barring their closure during emergencies, epidemics, or natural disasters, as occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Fiscal Oversight Board Flags Fiscal Concerns Over 18 Pension Bills
The Financial Oversight and Management Board (FOMB) raised fiscal and legal concerns about at least 18 legislative measures related to pensions and retirement benefits in Puerto Rico, warning it may go to court to block any it deems incompatible with the Plan of Adjustment, PROMESA, or the Fiscal Plan.
Sep 8–14
- Man Receives New Home in Carolina After Hurricane Damage
Edwin Sánchez Suárez, a 69-year-old man, has finally moved into his new home in the Sabana Abajo neighborhood of Carolina, after his previous house was severely damaged by hurricanes Irma and María nearly a decade ago.
- Gov. González Backs AAA President Amid Water Crisis, Addresses Senate Tensions
Governor Jenniffer González defended keeping Luis González Delgado as president of the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA), saying she asked him to stay during the crisis: "En los momentos más duros le pedí que se quede al mando.
- Demolition Begins at Roosevelt Roads for Marine Business Innovation Center
Demolition and disposal of the old U.S. Coast Guard pier structures at the former Roosevelt Roads base in Ceiba have begun, clearing the way for the Marine Business, Research & Innovation Center (MBRIC).
- Governor Announces $2,000 Bonus for ASUME Employees
Governor Jenniffer González announced a special $2,000 bonus for 365 employees of the Child Support Administration (ASUME) and the PROSPERA Program, recognizing staff performance amid staffing shortages.
- Rivera Schatz Pushes Permit Reform That 'Trusts First, Verifies Later'
Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz told the Puerto Rico chapter of the Associated General Contractors (AGC-PR) convention on Friday that the Senate has a substitute permit-reform bill nearly ready and will take it up this session.
- Fiscal Board Delays Governor’s Request to Fund Well Reactivation Amid Drought Emergency
Puerto Rico’s Financial Oversight and Management Board (Junta de Supervisión Fiscal) has not immediately granted Governor Jenniffer González Colón’s request to use $9,688,345 from the Emergency Reserve to evaluate, rehabilitate and reactivate five existing wells in the Dorado area, which would let the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA) extract water for distribution in the metropolitan area.
- AAA Chief and Senate President Distance Themselves from Bill to Expropriate Community Well Lands
Luis González Delgado, executive president of Puerto Rico’s Water and Sewer Authority (AAA), said Tuesday the public corporation "does not favor expropriation" of land or community wells, a stance that could doom a legislative proposal to transfer property titles of Non-PRASA water systems to the entities that operate them.
- New General Surgery Unit Opens at Puerto Rico’s Adult University Hospital
A new General Surgery Unit was inaugurated Tuesday at the Adult University Hospital within the Centro Médico de Puerto Rico in Río Piedras.
- AAA Begins Cloud Seeding to Combat Drought in Puerto Rico
The Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA) launched a cloud-seeding program as part of measures to fight drought on the island.
Sep 1–7
- Puerto Rico Adds $80 Million to 'Pronto Pa Tu Casa' Homebuyer Assistance Program
Governor Jenniffer González announced an additional $80 million allocation of CDBG-MIT federal funds for the Pronto Pa Tu Casa program, which helps eligible homebuyers cover part of the upfront costs of purchasing a home.
- PR Government Filings Outline Transition Plan if LUMA Contract Is Voided
Governor Jenniffer González’s administration submitted briefs to Puerto Rico’s Supreme Court in the lawsuit seeking annulment of the LUMA Energy contract, outlining steps for a hypothetical post-annulment transition.
- Conservative Group Pushes Fiscal Board to Sue Over Municipal Tax on Federal Projects
The conservative group Frontiers of Freedom is amplifying a demand by Republican Congressman Paul Gosar (Arizona), chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee’s Investigations Subcommittee, urging Puerto Rico’s Financial Oversight and Management Board (JSF) to legally challenge municipal construction taxes ('arbitrio') imposed on federally funded reconstruction projects.
- Army Corps Grants 5-Year Permit for Dry Dredging of Carraízo Reservoir
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) issued a five-year permit allowing Puerto Rico’s government to carry out dry dredging of the Carraízo reservoir, located between Trujillo Alto and Gurabo.
- Governor Says AAA President Wanted to Resign but She Asked Him to Stay
Governor Jenniffer González revealed that Luis González, engineer and president of the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA), had wanted to step down from his post, but she asked him to remain given the ongoing drought crisis.
- Governor Reportedly Seeking Replacement for AAA Executive President
Governor Jenniffer González Colón is reportedly searching for a replacement for Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA) Executive President Luis González Delgado, who has faced criticism over management of the public utility and persistent water service interruptions.
- Groups Denounce State 'Attack' on Free Speech and Access to Justice in Puerto Rico
Organizations from various sectors, led by the Puerto Rico Bar Association (CAAPR), held a press conference denouncing what they called a state "attack" on citizen participation, freedom of expression, access to public information, and access to justice.
- Governor Announces Expanded Federal Drought Disaster Declaration for Puerto Rico
Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) approved an additional drought disaster declaration for Puerto Rico, designating three municipalities as primary disaster areas and 16 others as contiguous areas.
August 2026
Aug 29–31
- DDEC Secretary Defends New York Trip: 'Puerto Rico Is Ready' for Business
Carlos J. Ríos Pierluisi, Secretary of Puerto Rico’s Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC), said Sunday that 'Puerto Rico is ready to do business,' following a trip in which he and Governor Jenniffer González Colón promoted the island as an 'economic paradise' in New York to attract investment from companies including Abbott, AbbVie Biotechnology, Johnson & Johnson, and Amgen.
Aug 22–28
- Governor Hails Agreement with Meta on Minors’ Social Media Protections
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González Colón described as a "major achievement" an agreement reached between the Puerto Rico government and Meta Platforms, Inc. She said the deal will bring changes to protect minors on social media platforms and will provide economic compensation for the island over the next decade.
- Puerto Rico Governor Promotes Act 60 Extension to 2055 at NYSE Opening Bell
Governor Jenniffer González Colón participated for the first time in the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) opening bell ceremony this Tuesday, where the Puerto Rico government presented its long-term strategy to attract investment, companies, and capital to the island.
- UPR Announces Possible Alliances with Israel After Controversial Meeting
The University of Puerto Rico (UPR) President Zayira Jordán Condé announced possible academic, research, and exchange opportunities with Israel after meeting with Israeli Consul in Miami, Zuri Siso.
- The House of Carlitos
Carlos Bermúdez Urbina, the publicist and media strategist for Governor Jenniffer González Colón, is constantly billing for his services to control the public image of the governor and her administration.
Aug 15–21
- Ten Police Officers Promoted to Colonel and Lieutenant Colonel Ranks
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González Colón and Police Superintendent Joseph González announced Friday the promotion of 10 officers to the ranks of colonel and lieutenant colonel.
- Governor González Colón: 'Now Is the Time to Invest and Do Business in Puerto Rico'
Speaking Friday to exporting companies at the ExpoComPR Foundation convention, Governor Jenniffer González Colón said Puerto Rico is experiencing its best moment in a decade for investment, citing 1.2 million people in the workforce, the creation of 27,439 corporations in the past year (up 16.9% from the previous year), and investment commitments made over the past year and a half.
- Tato Cintrón Announces Bid for Cataño Mayor’s Office
Fernando 'Tato' Cintrón announced Tuesday his intention to run for mayor of Cataño in the process to fill the vacancy left by the death of Mayor Julio Alicea Vasallo.
- PNP Governing Board Meets Despite Public Feud Between González Colón and Rivera Schatz
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González Colón, president of the New Progressive Party (PNP), held the party’s governing board meeting at its headquarters during work hours to mark the collective’s 59th anniversary, despite a public social-media dispute with party vice president and Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz.
- Meteorologist Ada Monzón Resigns from Puerto Rico’s Climate Change Advisory Committee
Meteorologist Ada Monzón announced her resignation on Wednesday from the Committee of Experts and Advisors on Climate Change, amid an ongoing drought emergency and without seeing the Legislature approve the Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation and Resilience Plan, which has remained stalled since 2024.
- Governor Signs Puerto Rico’s First Pet Insurance Regulation Law
Governor Jenniffer González Colón signed into law a measure, authored by Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz, that for the first time creates a regulatory framework for offering and selling pet insurance in Puerto Rico.
- Governor Appoints Pedro De Jesús as Undersecretary
Governor Jenniffer González Colón appointed Pedro César De Jesús Román as Undersecretary of the Governor’s Office, effective immediately, according to La Fortaleza.
- Executive and Legislative Branches Seek Consensus on Key Measures
The Puerto Rico Executive and Legislative branches are working together to approve key measures during the current legislative session, which began on Monday.
- Loíza Mayor Demands Governor Replace AAA Management Over Water Crisis
Loíza Mayor Julia Nazario called on Governor Jenniffer González Colón to change the management of the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA), saying officials have been ineffective.
- Protest Forces Closure of Hotel San Juan Main Entrance During Governor’s Fundraiser
A protest formed Saturday outside the Hotel San Juan in Isla Verde, where Governor Jenniffer González Colón was holding a political fundraising event for her committee to mark her birthday.
Aug 8–14
- Governor Declares Day of Mourning for Deceased Politicians and Athletes
Governor Jenniffer González Colón will declare a day of mourning for each of the four deceased figures from politics and sports, whose deaths were announced on Thursday.
- Puerto Rico Activates Assistance for Puerto Ricans in Colombia After Earthquake
Puerto Rico Secretary of State Rosachely Rivera Santana announced that the Puerto Rico government has begun communication with Colombia’s government and activated assistance mechanisms for Puerto Ricans remaining in Colombian territory following an earthquake there.
- Puerto Rico’s Secretary of State Admits Communication Gap Between Mayors and Water Utility AAA
Puerto Rico Secretary of State Rosachely Rivera acknowledged Sunday that the Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA) failed to maintain direct communication with some mayors of municipalities affected by water rationing, causing them to be unaware that the established schedule had changed.
Aug 1–7
- Domenech Reveals Details on Politank Board
Francisco Domenech, chief of staff to Puerto Rico Gov. Jenniffer González Colón, revealed that only two people sat on the board of directors of the lobbying firm Politank when it was sold: himself and Manuel Torres Nieves.
- The Water Is Now Rationed: How Puerto Rico Got Here and What the Plan Means for You
At 6:00 on the morning of Thursday, August 7, the Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados began rationing water in the San Juan metro area.
- Puerto Rico Aims to Become Hub for Emerging Therapies
Governor Jenniffer González Colón signed an Executive Order establishing a committee to outline public policies aimed at strengthening clinical research, promoting controlled clinical trials, and expanding the scientific capacity of Puerto Rico’s healthcare system in emerging therapies.
July 2026
Jul 29–31
- Puerto Rico to Declare State of Emergency Due to Drought
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González announced that she is working on an executive order to declare a state of emergency due to the drought affecting the island.
Jul 22–28
- Port Authority Moves to Repeal Truck Scanning Regulation
The Puerto Rico Ports Authority (APPR) has initiated the process to repeal Regulation 8837 of 2016, which governed the truck scanning system at ports.
- Study: 50% of Puerto Ricans Believe Most Politicians Are Corrupt
A study by the Institute for Social Research and the University of Puerto Rico found that 50% of Puerto Ricans believe most or all elected politicians in Puerto Rico are corrupt.
- FEMA and Government Lead Interagency Response Coordination Exercise for Hurricane
Governor Jenniffer González Colón led a coordination exercise, the Puerto Rico Governor’s Executive Tabletop Exercise, with federal, state, and private sector representatives to evaluate preparedness and coordination in response to a hurricane.
Jul 15–21
- Governor to Meet with Domenech and García Amid Ongoing Investigation, Spokesman Says
Jean Peña Payano, Secretary of Public Affairs for La Fortaleza, said Sunday that Governor Jenniffer Aydin González Colón will meet with Secretary of the Governance Francisco Domenech Fernández and Deputy Secretary Itza García Rodríguez upon her return from a personal trip.
- Special Prosecutor Probe Expands to Include Domenech and Itza García
The Panel on the Independent Special Prosecutor (PFEI) approved expanding the investigation that grew out of former DDEC Secretary Sebastián Negrón Reichard’s complaints to formally include Secretary of Governance Francisco Domenech, the governor’s chief of staff, and Undersecretary of Governance Itza García.
- Puerto Rico Governor Signs Law Raising Fines for Not Yielding to Emergency Vehicles
Governor Jenniffer González Colón signed into law Act 133-2026, which amends Puerto Rico’s Vehicle and Traffic Law to raise the administrative fine for drivers who fail to yield to emergency vehicles—such as ambulances, police patrol cars, and fire trucks—operating with activated emergency signals, from $100 to $500.
- Puerto Rico Ports to Repeal Regulations After Law Approval
Following the recent approval of the Law to Promote Security in Puerto Rico’s Port Facilities, which eliminates the mandatory scanning of containers at docks, the Ports Authority will begin implementing the law in phases, starting with the repeal of regulations.
- Puerto Rico Begins Distributing $800 Back-to-School Bonus to TANF Families
Puerto Rico’s government began distributing an $800 per-student school bonus on Thursday to families participating in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program, aimed at covering back-to-school expenses.
- AAA to Give Update on Puerto Rico Drought Situation
Luis R. González Delgado, executive president of the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA), was set to give a Thursday update on the island’s drought conditions and mitigation measures.
- Governor to Be Out of the Island Until Sunday
Governor Jenniffer González Colón will be out of the country until Sunday due to personal commitments, according to La Fortaleza.
- World’s Largest Cruise Ship to Dock in Ponce Twice in 2027
Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas, described as the world’s largest cruise ship, will make two port calls in Ponce on March 31 and April 14, 2027, as part of its inaugural itinerary.
- Governor Warns Six Municipalities May Face Water Rationing Notices Due to Drought
Governor Jenniffer González Colón said customers in six Puerto Rico municipalities could soon receive water rationing notices due to drought conditions.
- Decades-Old Property Title Problem Persists Across Puerto Rico
NotiCel reports on a long-running issue with families lacking legal property titles across Puerto Rico.
- Puerto Rico Allocates $2.25 Million to Repair School and Police Station Parking Lots in 18 Municipalities
Governor Jenniffer González Colón and Public Buildings Authority (AEP) Executive Director Félix Lasalle Toro announced $2,253,998 in funding to rehabilitate parking areas at schools and Police stations across 18 Puerto Rico municipalities: Aguadilla, Bayamón, Cabo Rojo, Corozal, Florida, Juncos, Lajas, Las Marías, Manatí, Orocovis, Patillas, San Germán, San Lorenzo, San Sebastián, Vega Alta, Villalba, Yabucoa and Yauco.
- Puerto Rico Announces $2.3 Million to Rehabilitate School and Police Station Parking Lots
Governor Jenniffer González and Public Buildings Authority (AEP) executive director Félix Lasalle Toro announced a $2.3 million allocation to 18 municipalities for rehabilitating parking areas at public schools and Police stations.
- DACO Employee Sues Former Secretary Valerie Rodríguez Over Alleged Discrimination, Citing La Fortaleza Involvement
Hilda Ortega Álamo, a Department of Consumer Affairs (DACO) employee and 34-year public servant who has held a career position as Office Systems Administrator since 2003, filed a lawsuit against former DACO Secretary Valerie Rodríguez Erazo, sued in her personal capacity, alleging a pattern of discrimination, harassment and defamation.
- Puerto Rico Senate Considers Summoning Governor for Probe
The Puerto Rico Senate is considering summoning Governor Jenniffer González Colón as part of a multiparty investigation into alleged corruption at La Fortaleza.
Jul 8–14
- Elderly Affairs Ombudswoman Presents Evidence of Lost Oversight Powers Amid Nursing Home Abuse Case
Amid the case of an elderly woman allegedly mistreated at the Casa Dorada home in Las Piedras, Yolanda Varela Rosa, Puerto Rico’s Procurator for the Elderly (Oppea), presented evidence Tuesday of comments she submitted nearly a year ago—an August 8, 2025 letter—to the Department of the Family, warning that regulatory changes stripped her office of oversight powers.
- Drought Puts Water Supply at Risk in Six Municipalities
The persistence of drought in Puerto Rico is putting the potable water supply at risk in several areas, prompting the government to evaluate new strategies to prevent reservoirs from reaching critical levels that would require service restrictions.
- Six Puerto Rico Towns May Face Water Rationing Amid Drought and Heat
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González Colón said during a live social media broadcast, following a working committee meeting reviewing National Weather Service (SNM) forecasts on excessive heat and drought, that six areas are most vulnerable to water service interruptions: the Jaguar neighborhood in San Lorenzo, Comerío, Río Grande, Canóvanas, Loíza, and Cidra.
- Fiscal Oversight Board Opposes Extending Tax-Free School Shopping Days
The Fiscal Oversight Board (JSF) urged Governor Jenniffer González not to sign into law House Bill 272 (PC 272), which would extend Puerto Rico’s IVU (sales and use tax)-free periods for school supplies from two to seven days each in January and July, totaling 14 days annually instead of the current four.
- Fiscal Oversight Board Urges Governor to Reject Bill Extending Tax-Free School Supply Days
The Financial Oversight and Management Board (JSF) has warned Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González not to sign into law House Bill 272 (Proyecto de la Cámara 272), which already passed the Legislature and would extend the two tax-free periods for sales tax (IVU) on school materials from two to five days each.
- DRNA Bans Jet Skis in Salinas’ Jobos Bay to Protect Manatees
Puerto Rico’s Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (DRNA) Secretary Waldemar Quiles signed an administrative order banning jet skis in the Mar Negro sector of Jobos Bay in Salinas, citing a high mortality rate among manatees.
- Gov. González Colón Holds 50th 'Cumpliendo Contigo' Meeting in Ponce, Highlighting $70M Infrastructure Investment
Governor Jenniffer González Colón held her 50th meeting under the "Cumpliendo Contigo" program in Ponce, an initiative in which she brings agency heads to each municipality to work directly with mayors and municipal directors on local priorities.
- Islandwide and DDEC Launch Automated Package Sorting System in Puerto Rico
The Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC) and logistics company Islandwide announced the launch of an automated package sorting system aimed at speeding up parcel processing and strengthening Puerto Rico’s logistics capacity.
- Puerto Rico Police to See New Salary Increases Starting July 15
Starting Wednesday, July 15, Puerto Rico police officers will see salary adjustments reflected in their payroll under the new salary structure for the Puerto Rico Police.
- Corrections Secretary Denies Fifth Harassment Complaint Against Him
Francisco Quiñones Rivera, secretary of Puerto Rico’s Department of Correction and Rehabilitation (DCR), responded Thursday to a new labor complaint filed against him, saying the female complainant is not under his supervision and that he has "never" spoken with her.
- Puerto Rico Treasury Pays Over $27 Million in Refundable Credits to Seniors and Pensioners
Puerto Rico’s Fortaleza announced that the Department of Treasury (Hacienda) issued its first payroll of refundable tax credits for low-income seniors (65+) and pensioners, totaling $27,742,430, covering 59,592 processed returns.
- Puerto Rico Launches Centralized Government Financial System 'Íntegra'
Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced that about 66 government agencies went "live" this Wednesday with Íntegra, a new centralized digital financial system replacing one developed in the late 1990s, which she called "archaic."
Jul 1–7
- PR Governor Warns 13 Municipalities Could Face Water Rationing Amid Drought
Puerto Rico’s Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA) may extend its newly implemented water rationing plan to 13 municipalities if drought conditions persist at the Carraízo, Cidra, and Toa Vaca reservoirs, which are under "observation."
- Arecibo Flood Control Project Faces Funding Uncertainty as Costs Balloon to $600 Million
Thirty years after being authorized under the Water Resources Development Act, the flood control project for Arecibo’s Río Grande faces an uncertain future due to lack of funding.
- Puerto Rico Government Reduces Accumulated Deficit
The government of Puerto Rico has reported its best financial performance in years, with the lowest accumulated deficit since the approval of the federal Promesa law.
- San Lorenzo Commemorates 250 Years of the United States
Governor Jenniffer González Colón presided over commemorative acts for the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America in San Lorenzo’s Plaza de los Alcaldes.
- PIP Legislation Would Limit Powers of Secretary of State
Representatives Denis Márquez and Adriana Gutiérrez of the Partido Independentista Puertorriqueño (PIP) have introduced a bill to define the functions that can be delegated by the Executive and those that are non-transferable, in response to concerns over the broad powers granted to Secretary of State Francisco Domenech by Governor Jenniffer González through an executive order.
- 38 Families in Maricao Receive Property Titles
María Acevedo Castillo, a victim of domestic violence, was among 38 families in Maricao who received property titles on Thursday.
- Public Employees to Have July 3 and 24 Off Without Charge to Vacations
Governor Jenniffer González announced on Thursday that public employees will have July 3 and 24 off, in commemoration of US Independence Day and Puerto Rico’s Constitution Day, respectively, without charge to their vacations or any other license.
- Governor Announces $118 Million to Settle Special Education Program Obligations
Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced the approval of $118 million to settle the obligations of the Special Education Program (PEE), including the payment of accumulated debts and current obligations for the 2026 fiscal year.
June 2026
Jun 29–30
- Governor Says Bondholders Lack Willingness to Negotiate on PREPA Debt
Governor Jenniffer González Colón stated that despite the amount of money offered, the bondholders of the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA) lack the willingness to reach an agreement to end the company’s bankruptcy process.
- Puerto Rico’s Medical Center Prepares to Receive Patients from Venezuela
The Puerto Rico Medical Center in Río Piedras is coordinating the possible transfer of patients affected by earthquakes in Venezuela.
- Disney Destiny Cruise Ship Arrives in San Juan with Over 3,000 Passengers
The Disney Destiny, the latest ship from Disney Cruise Line, made its inaugural stop in San Juan as part of its Caribbean itinerary, bringing an estimated 3,466 passengers and 1,555 crew members.
- Senate and House of Representatives Reach Agreements on Over 20 Measures
The Senate and House of Representatives have reached agreements on over 20 measures, which are now ready for consideration by Governor Jenniffer González.
- Governor Signs Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 with Line-Item Vetoes
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.
Jun 22–28
- Future of Fiscal Oversight Board: No Indications of Ceasing Functions
Despite criticism over the past decade for its power over the territory and austerity measures, there are no indications that the Fiscal Oversight Board (JSF) will cease its functions as the controller of Puerto Rico’s elected government finances.
- Fiscal Oversight Board Approves New Budget: 'Complies with Certified Fiscal Plan'
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.
- Trough to Bring Rain to the Island on Saturday
The National Meteorological Service (SNM) in San Juan reported that a trough in the lower levels of the atmosphere will approach the region on Saturday, increasing humidity and leading to more frequent rain showers over Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands.
- Senate Extends 4% Preferential Tax Rate to Non-Resident US Citizens
The Puerto Rico Senate has amended Project 488 to extend the 4% preferential tax rate to non-resident US citizens, in addition to its original goal of equalizing the tax burden for local and foreign investors.
- Several Puerto Rico Municipalities Experience Severe Drought
Seven municipalities in southern and southwestern Puerto Rico have been classified as experiencing severe drought by the US Drought Monitor.
- Doubts Persist Over Departure of Corrections Chief and Future of Physician Correctional
There are ongoing doubts about the reasons behind the impending departure of Francisco Quiñones Rivera, the head of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR), and the future of Physician Correctional, a company whose health services contract for the prison population Governor Jenniffer González had promised to cancel.
- Tsunami Warning Canceled for the Caribbean After 7.2 and 7.5 Magnitude Earthquakes in Venezuela
Two earthquakes with magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck northern Venezuela on Wednesday at 6:04 and 7:12 PM, respectively, and were felt in several areas of Puerto Rico.
- Water Rationing Plan to Be Activated Due to Low Rainfall
The Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados (AAA) will activate a plan for 'programmed interruptions’ due to low rainfall, starting with the municipalities of Loíza and Canóvanas as early as Friday.
- Thomas Rivera Schatz: No Rushed Appointments
Puerto Rico Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz stated that the Senate will not rush to evaluate appointments, including that of current Corrections and Rehabilitation Secretary Francisco Quiñones Rivera as a superior judge.
- Avelo Airlines Announces New Routes to Aguadilla Airport
Avelo Airlines will launch two new routes to Rafael Hernández Airport (BQN) in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, announced the Puerto Rico Tourism Company (CTPR).
- Drought Threatens to Cause Water Interruptions in Several Municipalities
Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced that the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA) may activate a plan for scheduled water interruptions in several municipalities affected by drought, if it does not rain in the coming weeks.
- Puerto Rico House of Representatives Amends Budget to Include $3 Million for 4th of July Celebrations
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.
- Governor Nominates Correction Secretary as Superior Judge
Governor Jenniffer González Colón has nominated Francisco A. Quiñones Rivera, the current Secretary of the Department of Correction and Rehabilitation, as a superior judge.
- LUMA Energy Files Counterclaim Against Puerto Rico Government
LUMA Energy presented a counterclaim against the Puerto Rico government in the San Juan Tribunal, alleging that the administration of Governor Jenniffer González is using its power illegally to fulfill a campaign promise, disregarding the consequences for the people of Puerto Rico.
- LUMA Alleges Contract Cancellation Would Cost Puerto Rico $4.5 Billion
LUMA Energy has counter-sued the Government of Puerto Rico after Judge Laura Taylor Swain’s decision to send the cases back to local courts.
- Jenniffer González Allocates $90 Million to Pay Off Teacher Career Debt
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González announced that approximately 5,850 active and inactive teachers in the public education system will receive retroactive payments for the Teacher Career program, a debt that in some cases dates back to 2013.
- Governor Signs New Measures into Law
Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced the signing of two legislative measures into law on Monday.
Jun 15–21
- Governor Announces Economic Development Initiatives and Infrastructure Projects
Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced a series of initiatives focused on economic development, infrastructure reconstruction, affordable housing, and essential services during the past week.
- Fiscal Board Questions UPR Budget, Cites Deficit in Retirement System
The Fiscal Supervision Board (JSF) has rejected the proposed budget for the University of Puerto Rico (UPR) for the 2027 fiscal year, citing non-compliance with current fiscal plans and a lack of detail on how to cover tens of millions of dollars in retirement system obligations.
- Boston Court Reiterates That LUMA Case Will Be Heard in Puerto Rico Court
The US Court of Appeals for the First Circuit in Boston issued an order rejecting LUMA’s request to halt Judge Swain’s decision to return the case regarding the annulment of LUMA’s contract to the Puerto Rico Supreme Court.
May 2026
May 22–28
- DDEC Secretary Negrón Reichard Resigns, Followed by Agency’s Senior Leadership
Sebastián Negrón Reichard resigned as Secretary of the Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC), effective at noon on May 26, telling Governor Jenniffer González Colón that the position requires mutual trust and respect for the authority the law confers on the Secretary — and that "that trust no longer exists."