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HR 2763 - American Family Act
Introduced byAlma Adams , Pete Aguilar , Gabe Amo , Yassamin Ansari , Jake Auchincloss
Last updated 4 months ago
202 Co-Sponsors
American Family Act
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HR 1061 - Protecting Sensitive Locations Act
Gabe Amo , Yassamin Ansari , Becca Balint , Nanette Barragán , Suzanne Bonamici
Last updated 6 months ago
75 Co-Sponsors
Protecting Sensitive Locations Act
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HR 1378 - To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the temporary increase in limitation on the cover over of distilled spirits taxes to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
Andy Barr , Aaron Bean , Buddy Carter , Yvette Clarke , James Comer
Last updated 6 months ago
26 Co-Sponsors
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the temporary increase in limitation on the cover over of distilled spirits taxes to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
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HR 1589 - American Dream and Promise Act of 2025
Alma Adams , Alma Adams , Pete Aguilar , Pete Aguilar , Gabe Amo
Last updated 5 months ago
404 Co-Sponsors
American Dream and Promise Act of 2025
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H884)
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HR 51 - Washington, D.C. Admission Act
Alma Adams , Alma Adams , Pete Aguilar , Pete Aguilar , Gabe Amo
Last updated 7 months ago
378 Co-Sponsors
Washington, D.C. Admission Act
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1-2)
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HR 153 - Post-Disaster Assistance Online Accountability Act
Mike Ezell , Pablo José Hernández , Stacey Plaskett
Last updated 7 months ago
3 Co-Sponsors
Post-Disaster Assistance Online Accountability Act
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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HR 1328 - Supply Chain Security and Growth Act of 2025
Vern Buchanan , Jim Costa , Brian Fitzpatrick , Pablo José Hernández , Mike Kelly
Last updated 6 months ago
12 Co-Sponsors
Supply Chain Security and Growth Act of 2025
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HR 1835 - MERIT Act
Alma Adams , Yassamin Ansari , Nanette Barragán , Wesley Bell , Sanford Bishop
Last updated 5 months ago
103 Co-Sponsors
MERIT Act
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HR 2714 - Puerto Rico Energy Generation Crisis Task Force Act
Pablo José Hernández
Last updated 4 months ago
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Puerto Rico Energy Generation Crisis Task Force Act
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HRES 326 - Supporting the designation of April 10 as "Dolores Huerta Day", in honor of the accomplishments and legacy of the trailblazing labor and civil rights leader Dolores Huerta.
Nanette Barragán , Ami Bera , Julia Brownley , Salud Carbajal , Greg Casar
Last updated 4 months ago
53 Co-Sponsors
Supporting the designation of April 10 as "Dolores Huerta Day", in honor of the accomplishments and legacy of the trailblazing labor and civil rights leader Dolores Huerta.
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BIOGRAPHY
INCUMBENT
United States Representative
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United States Representative
BIRTH
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Biography
Pablo José Hernández Rivera, born on May 11, 1991, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is the Resident Commissioner representing Puerto Rico in the U.S. Congress. He is the grandson of former Governor Rafael Hernández Colón and Lila Mayoral Wirshing. Hernández Rivera began his political involvement at the age of 14, volunteering for the San Juan municipal committee of the Popular Democratic Party .
Education
- Harvard University: Bachelor of Arts in Government, 2013
- Stanford Law School: Juris Doctor, 2017
Political Experience
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Early Career:
- Served as absentee voting coordinator for the PPD in 2012.
- Worked in the Puerto Rico Governor’s Office, focusing on policy and administrative priorities.
- Clerked for Judge Gustavo Gelpí in Puerto Rico’s Federal District Court.
- Gained experience in Washington, D.C., as a lawyer and public policy consultant.
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Resident Commissioner:
- Elected as Resident Commissioner in the 2024 elections, receiving the highest number of votes among all officials.
- Sworn into office on January 3, 2025.
- Focuses on economic development, equity in federal programs, and infrastructure rebuilding for Puerto Rico.
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Party Leadership:
- Assumed the presidency of the Popular Democratic Party on February 2, 2025, following the resignation of Jesús Manuel Ortiz.
Notable Achievements
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Legislative Initiatives:
- Introduced the Puerto Rico Low-Income Housing Support Act alongside Congressman Ritchie Torres to expand access to affordable housing for low-income families in Puerto Rico.
- Advocated for the expansion of the Child Tax Credit for Puerto Rican families through the Child Tax Credit Relief for Puerto Rican Families Act.
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Community Engagement:
- Inaugurated a district office in Caguas to provide direct services to constituents, emphasizing accessibility and support on federal matters.
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Publications:
- Authored "Compatriotas: Exilio y retorno de Luis Muñoz Marín," a biography focusing on the years 1968–1972.
- Co-authored "A toda vela: Memorias de Rafael Hernández Colón ."
Hernández Rivera continues to advocate for Puerto Rico's inclusion in federal programs, economic opportunities, and sustainable development.
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