As the Washington, D.C. office of the Governor of Puerto Rico, the Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Administration (PRFAA) helps serve as the “voice” of Governor Fortuño in advocating for island’s interests and as the “eyes and ears” of the governor in monitoring federal actions that may help or hinder its wellbeing.  As such, the Washington office is the primary liaison between Puerto Rico’s officials, the White House, Congress, and the federal agencies.  Additionally, the office interacts with national organizations representing Governors from other states, including the National Governors Association (NGA) and the Southern Governors’ Association to advance Puerto Rico’s interests.

Like many other states, Puerto Rico’s focus areas include economic stimulus and development, transportation funding, energy, health care including Medicare and Medicaid, as well as issues that affect veterans and our national defense.