Top U.S. House Democrat: Puerto Rico bill restructuring process ‘can work’

May 19, 2016 | By Reuters

U.S. House Minority Leader Pelosi takes part in a news conference after a meeting with representatives from the Chambers Senators and Deputies of Mexico in Mexico City

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. lawmakers have found a workable compromise to address Puerto Rico’s debt crisis with legislation that includes a workable restructuring process and other provisions, U.S. House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi said in a statement on Thursday.

“We will do our part to act expeditiously in providing President Obama with a list of qualified candidates for appointment to the oversight board,” Pelosi added.

(Reporting by Susan Heavey)

Top U.S. House Democrat: Puerto Rico bill restructuring process ‘can work’

Flint children’s blood lead levels rose in water crisis: U.S. officials

Violinist Stirling says new album ‘Brave Enough’ therapeutic

Teamsters: Defeat Of Amendments To Repeal Excise Tax An Attack On Middle Class

Suspect waives extradition in murder of Washington state couple

Rihanna, Ariana Grande set to perform at MTV Video Music awards

Supreme Court to hear State Farm case over Hurricane Katrina fraud claim

Smash hit ‘Hamilton’ sweeps Tonys with 11 wins during somber ceremony

India’s Smog Is a Visual Reminder Why Clean Air Rules Are Important

Famous Japanese Bridge, Eshima Ohashi, Boasts Dizzying Roller Coast Heights

Mel Gibson ‘surviving’ in Hollywood as war drama premiers in Venice