AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoLocal Health Policy & Access: A new report says Puerto Rico’s $1B Energy Resilience Fund—meant for rooftop solar and batteries for low-income homes, including medically vulnerable residents—has been redirected toward PREPA, with plans tied to fossil fuel repairs and even a natural gas pipeline, raising concerns about reliability and health impacts during outages. Public Safety & Health Equity: The Puerto Rico Senate approved a measure to protect the Puerto Rico Police Retirement Trust Fund, limiting trust money to retirement benefits and keeping overtime and other payments from being funded through the pension resources. Governance & Civic Space: Amnesty International Puerto Rico warns of “democratic deterioration,” citing laws that expand delays and hurdles for public records and restrict oversight—an issue that can affect how quickly health and safety concerns are investigated and reported. Caregiver Support: AARP and United Way expanded the 211 Caregiver Support Program, now available in Puerto Rico, aiming to connect family caregivers to resources via the 24/7 helpline. Community Health Services: MMM Multiclinic opened new facilities in Mayagüez, expanding local access to outpatient care.
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