HR 42

A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to pass legislation to exempt Puerto Rico and other noncontiguous states and territories from the Jones Act.

In committee Last action January 28, 2025: Referred to Intergovernmental Affairs & Operations

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 10

Prime sponsor: Jose Giral
Cosponsors (9): Ben Waxman, Benjamin Sanchez, Carol Hill-Evans, G. Roni Green, Jim Haddock, Joe Mcandrew, Joseph Hohenstein, Nikki Rivera, Robert Freeman

Status

In committee as of January 28, 2025. Session ends November 30, 2026; the 2027–2028 session begins in January 2027.

Roll-call votes 0

No roll-call votes recorded for this measure.

Timeline 1

Date	Chamber	Action
January 28, 2025	House	Referred to Intergovernmental Affairs & Operations

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Pennsylvania General Assembly: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills — copied November 2, 2026

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