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PRFAA

PUERTO RICO FEDERAL
AFFAIRS ADMINISTRATION

PRFAA

GOVERNMENT OF PUERTO RICO

Our Mission

PRFAA

The Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Administration (PRFAA) is committed to effectively representing and advocating for the Government of Puerto Rico at the federal, state, and local levels. As the Office of the Governor of Puerto Rico, PRFAA plays a key role in advancing the island’s economic and public policy initiatives to enhance the quality of life for its citizens. 

To fulfill its mission, PRFAA collaborates closely with government agencies, Puerto Rico’s legislative leaders, mayors, and other key stakeholders, serving as a vital link between the Federal Agencies, Congress, and the White House.

The Office of the Governor of Puerto Rico in Washington, D.C.

As the official representation of the Governor of Puerto Rico in Washington, D.C., our office is dedicated to advancing Puerto Rico’s interests at the federal level. Our mission is to ensure that the island’s priorities are effectively communicated and advocated within the nation’s capital.

 Key responsibilities include:

  • Advocacy and Policy Representation: We articulate and advance gubernatorial and Puerto Rico-related policy positions before Members of Congress, their staff, the White House, federal agencies, state offices, and national organizations.
  • Congressional Engagement: We work with key congressional leaders and committees to promote policies that support Puerto Rico’s economic growth, infrastructure development, and public welfare initiatives.
  • Executive Liaison: As a primary point of contact in Washington, D.C., we facilitate engagement between the Governor, the Governor’s staff, and senior officials within Puerto Rico’s government.
  • Federal Grants Assistance: We provide guidance and support to individuals, businesses, municipalities, and organizations in navigating the federal grants process, helping to secure critical funding for the island’s development.
  • Monitoring and Reporting: Our office tracks and reports on federal initiatives, ensuring that Puerto Rico’s priorities remain at the forefront of national discussions.
  • Media and Public Affairs: We communicate with national, regional, and specialty media to highlight issues of importance to the Governor and Puerto Rico, shaping public discourse on key matters.
  • Community Engagement: We assist Puerto Rico’s citizens and businesses in their interactions with Washington, D.C.’s government and policy community.

Through these efforts, the Office of the Governor of Puerto Rico in Washington, D.C. remains committed to effectively representing the island’s interests at the federal level.