<P> If the majority of Puerto Ricans were to choose the Free Association option--and only 33% voted for it in 2012--and if it were granted by the US Congress, Puerto Rico would become a Free Associated State, a virtually independent nation . It would have a political and economical treaty of association with the U.S. that would stipulate all delegated agreements . This could give Puerto Rico a similar status to Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, and Palau, countries which currently have a Compact of Free Association with the United States . </P> <P> Those Free Associated States use the American dollar, receive some financial support and the promise of military defense if they refuse military access to any other country . Their citizens are allowed to work in the U.S. and serve in its military . </P> <P> On June 11, 500,000 Puerto Ricans voted for statehood, 7,600 voted for independence, and 6,700 voted for status quo . </P> <P> Guam (formally the Territory of Guam) is an unincorporated and organized territory of the United States . Located in the western Pacific Ocean, Guam is one of five American territories with an established civilian government . </P>

What will the flag look like with 51 stars