07/22/2014
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"The only real and permanent solution to the fiscal problems of Puerto Rico before this Committee today is statehood."
"any amendments that do not return home rule to the people of Puerto Rico would constitute nothing more than putting a band-aid in a bullet wound."
"We are already seeing delays in disaster relief funding and have reason to question the duration of the `boost' these funds are bringing to the economy."
"This amendment will also protect Puerto Rico's public education and allow economic growth and social development."