Velazquez on Puerto Rico Fiscal Crisis

Washington, DC –Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) made the following statement regarding the Puerto Rico fiscal crisis:

"Since taking office, Governor García Padilla has worked tirelessly to address the Commonwealth's fiscal crisis – focusing on its immediate needs as well as its deep-seated roots.

"I join Governor García Padilla in calling on all stakeholders—including both political parties in Puerto Rico, Congress, and the Obama Administration—to come together to develop a long-term plan that addresses the root causes of this crisis. That starts with passing Chapter 9 and restoring funding to the healthcare system. Puerto Rican families deserve a fair shot, and we must cut through Washington's gridlock to create a comprehensive solution."

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