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Puerto Rico Self-Determination Act of 2007

Introduced: February 28, 2007 Introduced by: Velázquez, Nydia M. Democratic · New York See on congress.gov

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Apr 25, 2007

Subcommittee Hearings Held.

Mar 22, 2007

Subcommittee Hearings Held.

Mar 5, 2007

Referred to the Subcommittee on Insular Affairs.

Feb 28, 2007

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Feb 28, 2007

Introduced in House

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Puerto Rico Self-Determination Act of 2007 - Recognizes the inherent authority of the People of Puerto Rico to call a Constitutional Convention for the purpose of proposing a Self-Determination Option for a new or modified commonwealth status, statehood, or independence. Requires such proposal, if approved by the people of Puerto Rico in a referendum, to be presented to Congress, which shall enact a joint resolution approving it and providing for its implementation. Requires a proposal that is changed or amended by Congress to be submitted to the people of Puerto Rico for approval in a referendum before it shall become effective.

Authorizes the Constitutional Convention: (1) if a self-determination proposal is rejected by Congress or by the people of Puerto Rico, to reconvene for the purpose of deliberating to adopt another proposal; and (2) to remain in session until a proposal is enacted.

What's happening now April 25, 2007

Subcommittee Hearings Held.

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