66th Congress

1919-1920

One resolution, namely H.J.Res. 144, was introduced in the House during the 66th Congress. Interestingly, this was the earliest plebiscitary legislation introduced in Congress. H.J.Res. 144 gave Puerto Ricans the option to choose among three status options, namely 1) Independence, 2) Territorial Incorporation and/or 3) the status quo. It is interesting to note that while this legislation did not provide for statehood as an option, it opened the door for this status alternative via territorial incorporation. This legislation did not pass a house vote, nor did it become law.

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