I thank the Senators and want to assure them that I understand their concern. Although I cannot commit to any particular outcome, I will work with them during the conference committee to address their concerns, and those of the American Samoa and the CNMI leadership, regarding their desire for Special Industry Committees under the FLSA to assure a smooth transition from the current local minimum wage to the national minimum wage.
Addressing concerns about the transition to a national minimum wage for American Samoa and the CNMI.
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