The number of people who could potentially benefit stems from a preliminary estimate of those who could participate in the labor force by switching from NAP to SNAP. (Credit: Dragonimages | Dreamstime.com)
“Retaining the existing population and attracting people to return is crucial to strengthening the economy and the manufacturing industry, which accounts for about 46% of the country’s income. This effort requires a multisectoral approach that encompasses both social and economic factors.”
— Ramón Vega-Alejandro, executive director, Puerto Rico Manufacturing Extension (PRiMEX)