ocr: years ago the U.S S. Congress made the island creasing plenty; it involved every common a self-governing commonwealth, or "asso- wealth agency and every aspect of civic life. ciated free state." Soon Puerto Ricans may Newi industry became a prime goal, andt U.S. vote: on their future status, choosing common- firms that expand to Puerto Rico enjoy a wealth, statehood, or independence. 10- to 13-year exemption from taxes. They Whatever their future, Puerto Ricans have receive help in finding sites, erecting build- made much history in their recent past. In ings. They are: given data on labor sup ...