Chuck Schumer actually said...

"The bill is called Improving the Treatment of U.S. Territories Under the Federal Health Care Programs."

"I strenuously oppose any effort to exempt Puerto Rico workers (of any age) from the Federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour."

"Legislation to address IPPS for Puerto Rico is offered by Senator Schumer and other Members of this Committee, as part of a broader package of reforms is included in S. 1961."

"A failure now would ultimately result in a Puerto Rican financial crisis that could become a drag to our entire economy."