The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights announced that the Puerto Rico Advisory Committee will hold three virtual panel briefings to discuss the impacts of the Insular Cases and Non-Incorporation Doctrine on the civil rights of Puerto Rico residents. These briefings will take place via Zoom on March 6, 13, and 14, 2025, each with a different focus, and will include perspectives on how federal programs interact with and affect Puerto Rico. The meetings will offer English and Spanish interpretation, closed captioning, and an open public comment period. Interested individuals can register online to listen and participate.
Simple Explanation
The Civil Rights Commission is holding three online meetings to talk about how some old laws affect people living in Puerto Rico. People can listen, talk, and share ideas in both English and Spanish during these online meetings.