Puerto Rico P. del S. 348 — AI as Instructional Tool in Public Schools
Puerto Rico · P. del S. 348 (19th Leg. Assembly)
Bill (Sen. Brenda Pérez Soto) establishing an ethical framework for AI integration in PR Department of Education classrooms — including pilot programs in two schools per region and supports for special-education students. Cleared both chambers; in Conference Committee.
Technical detail
P. del S. 348 directs the PR Department of Education to adopt an ethical AI-integration framework for teachers and students, run regional pilot programs, and provide tailored supports for students with academic delays and special-education needs. Senate vote June 9, 2025; House vote Jan. 27, 2026; in Conference Committee.
Who is protected: Puerto Rico K-12 students and teachers
Who must comply: Puerto Rico Department of Education and public schools
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Puerto Rico |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Status | Proposed / pending |
| Protection strength | Proposed or pending |
| Citation | P. del S. 348 (19th Leg. Assembly) |
| Enforced by | Departamento de Educación de Puerto Rico |
| Private right of action | No — agency enforcement only |
| Topics | education AI · government use of AI · children's online safety |
| Last verified | 2026-07-25 |
| Official source | Visto bueno al uso de inteligencia artificial en las escuelas públicas — NotiCel ↗ |
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- PR Ley 163-2026 / P. del S. 441 (Image Rights) · In effect
- PR P. del S. 68 (Gov AI Framework) · Proposed / pending
- PR Ley 116-2026 (AI Bot Disclosure in Gov. Services) · In effect
- PR P. de la C. 347 (vetoed) · Vetoed
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- SF5231 · Proposed / pending
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