On the recordFebruary 12, 1976
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Remarks at a Briefing on the Budget in Ft. Lauderdale
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I SUBMIT herewith to the Congress the Puerto Rico Statehood Act of 1977.
Because of the vigor of our people and the strength of our system, the United States today, as much or more than in years past, is the pivotal force for building a strong and prosperous world economy.
We have stabilized international relationships and created the framework for global progress.
By virtue of the authority vested in me by Section 3347 of Title 5 and Section 301 of Title 3 of the United States Code, and as President of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows: