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Fiscal Board Warns: Eliminating Fuel Tax Without Tax Reform Would Be Irresponsible

Oscar J. Serrano
Fiscal Board Warns: Eliminating Fuel Tax Without Tax Reform Would Be Irresponsible
Summary

Puerto Rico's Fiscal Control Board has cautioned that eliminating or reducing the 'Crudita' fuel tax without comprehensive tax reform would be financially irresponsible. Originally designated for road maintenance, Law 53 approved in 2021 redirected these revenues to support critical infrastructure and government services. The Board emphasized that any changes to this revenue source must be accompanied by alternative funding mechanisms to maintain essential public services and infrastructure investment.

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