The Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Administration (PRFAA) serves as the Office of the Governor of Puerto Rico in Washington, D.C., representing the Government of Puerto Rico before Congress, the White House, federal agencies, and other key institutions. Established in 1979, PRFAA advances the Governor’s federal agenda, advocates for the Island’s priorities, and strengthens relationships with federal policymakers and stakeholders to advance the interests of Puerto Rico and its people.
The Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Administration (PRFAA) dedicates to the task of ably representing and advancing the interests of the Government of Puerto Rico before federal, state, and local governments. As the Office of the Governor of Puerto Rico, PRFAA is focused on promoting Puerto Rico’s economic and public policy initiatives to achieve a better quality of life for our citizens. In carrying out its responsibilities, PRFAA works closely with agencies throughout the Government of Puerto Rico, as well as with Puerto Rico legislative leaders, mayors and other stakeholders to serve as a liaison between the Federal Government, Congress and The White House.
Like other states, PRFAA’s focus areas include economic stimulus and development, transportation funding, energy, healthcare including Medicare and Medicaid, as well as issues that affect veterans and our national defense.
