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Puerto Rico Legislature passes Senate Bill 1096 on Judicial Branch law

The Senate concurred with House amendments on Thursday, sending the bill to Gov. Jenniffer Gonzalez.

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The Puerto Rico Legislative Assembly approved Senate Bill 1096, establishing a new Judicial Branch law, on Thursday.[1] The Senate concurred that same day with the House of Representatives amendments to the judicial reform bill PS 1096.[2] The measure now goes to Governor Jenniffer Gonzalez for signature or veto.[3] With both chambers in agreement, the bill has cleared the Legislature and the decision rests with La Fortaleza. In a separate measure, the Senate approved House Bill 1352, cutting AutoExpreso low balance violation fines from $15 to $10.[4] House President Carlos 'Johnny' Mendez also said the legislative body will pursue dignified working conditions and fair salary compensation for social workers on the island.[5]
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  1. Puerto Rico Legislative Assembly approved Senate Bill 1096 establishing a new Judicial Branch law on Thursday. · Metro Puerto RicoPuerto Rico
  2. On Thursday, the Puerto Rico Senate concurred with House of Representatives amendments to judicial reform bill PS 1096. · El Nuevo DíaPuerto Rico
  3. Senate Bill 1096 will now be submitted to Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González for signature or veto. · El Nuevo DíaPuerto Rico
  4. The Senate of Puerto Rico approved House Bill 1352, reducing AutoExpreso low balance violation fines from $15 to $10. · Metro Puerto RicoPuerto Rico
  5. Carlos 'Johnny' Méndez, President of the Puerto Rico House of Representatives, stated the legislative body will pursue dignified working conditions and fair salary compensation for social workers on the island. · Periódico Presencia
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