World Hearing Day

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IEPR
27 March 2026

On World Hearing Day, we remember the importance of having information that makes visible the realities of the deaf community in Puerto Rico.

The Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics has the results of the Deaf Community Needs Study, a tool that documents experiences related to access to services, communication, barriers and situations of discrimination.

The availability of this data supports analysis, conversations and informed decisions around accessibility and inclusion. The study is available for consultation on the Institute's official website at: https://www.estadisticas.pr.gov/productos/resultados-necesidades-comunidad-sorda.

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Deaf Community Registry

Dr. Idania Rodríguez invites you to be part of this effort.

Completing the registry of the deaf community in Puerto Rico takes only 3 to 5 minutes, but its impact is significant for the development of public policies, programs and services aimed at this population.

Your participation is key. Complete the registry and share this information: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/sordospr.

Demographic and Economic Indicators Paper

Institute presents Demographic and Economic Indicators

Experts from the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics made a presentation to the Board of Directors of the Puerto Rico Cooperative Bank.

Dr. Ronald Hernández Maldonado and Mr. Alberto L. Velázquez Estrada presented updated information on sociodemographic and economic indicators.

Considering Puerto Rico's statistical information is vital in planning and decision-making in public and private entities.

Access demographic data:

https://www.estadisticas.pr.gov/productos/state-data-center-de-puerto-rico

Access economic indicators:

https://www.estadisticas.pr.gov/productos/indicadores-economicos

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Proposal for Regulations

PROPOSED REGULATIONS UNDER REVIEW IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE PUBLIC POLICY OF THE GOVERNMENT OF PUERTO RICO FOR CITIZEN COMMENTS

Pursuant to the powers and authorities granted by the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics Act, Act No. 209 of August 28, 2003, as amended, and the Uniform Administrative Procedure Act of the Government of Puerto Rico, Act No. 38 of June 30, 2017, as amended, the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics proposes to amend the Regulation on Information Requirement Orders of the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics and the Regulation of the Statistical Coordination Committee.

The Regulation on Information Requirement Orders of the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics establishes the regulatory framework and procedures for the Institute to request information from public and private entities, ensuring the quality, transparency, and accessibility of Puerto Rico’s statistical data. It also defines the duties of the parties, secure digital delivery methods, due process for objecting to orders, and applicable administrative penalties in cases of noncompliance. You can access the proposed regulation here: Regulation on Information Requirement Orders of the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics.

The Regulation of the Statistical Coordination Committee (CCE) governs the operation of the CCE, establishing the procedures for the appointment of its members, their technical duties, and the rules for the creation of specialized working groups. It defines the responsibilities of government agency heads to ensure the flow of data and establishes administrative penalties for noncompliance, promoting transparency and quality in Puerto Rico’s statistical system. You can access the proposed regulation here: Regulation of the Statistical Coordination Committee.