Puerto Rico honors late president Ronaldo Ronny Jarabo and celebrates Johnny Méndez's birthday

The Puerto Rico Legislature convened on June 30, 2025, to address several key agenda items, beginning with a moment of reflection for the late former president Ronaldo Ronny Jarabo. The session opened with a prayer requesting peace and strength for Jarabo's family, followed by a celebration of the birthday of current president Johnny Méndez.

The assembly then moved to procedural matters, postponing the approval of the minutes from the previous meeting on June 29. Following this, initial speaking turns were granted to several representatives, including Pérez Ortiz, Ferrer Santiago, and Burgos Muñiz.

Representative Ferrer Santiago took the floor to honor the legacy of Ronaldo Ronny Jarabo, who passed away recently. He highlighted Jarabo's significant contributions to Puerto Rican politics, noting his tenure in the legislature from 1973 to 1992, during which he served as president twice. Ferrer Santiago praised Jarabo's ability to foster consensus and his commitment to social justice, local economic development, and the autonomy of Puerto Rico.

Ferrer Santiago emphasized that Jarabo's leadership led to the enactment of important legislation, including the 1991 Autonomous Municipalities Law, which modernized local governance. He described Jarabo as a dedicated public servant who advocated for a clear and dignified voice for Puerto Rico on the global stage.

In closing, Ferrer Santiago called for a moment of silence to honor Jarabo's memory, underscoring the profound impact he had on the legislature and the people of Puerto Rico. The session continued with further discussions, as the representatives prepared to address additional matters on the agenda.