[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 20 (Thursday, February 16, 2006)]
[House]
[Page H336]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 POSITIVE ECONOMIC PREDICTIONS FOR 2006

  (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam Speaker, yesterday, as he 
delivered his first economic update to Congress, Federal Reserve 
Chairman Ben Bernanke from Dillon, South Carolina, reported that the 
American economy performed impressively in 2005. While hailing 
increases in payroll employment, gross domestic product and 
productivity, he noted that our economy achieved significant gains, 
overcoming incredible obstacles.
  Chairman Bernanke also predicted that the economy will continue to 
grow in 2006. His positive economic outlook equals more jobs for 
American workers, more income for American families, and more 
opportunities for American consumers.
  Today, I urge my colleagues to join me in supporting permanent tax 
cuts that will ensure economic expansion throughout our country. 
President Bush's tax cuts started this strong wave of economic growth, 
creating 5 million jobs. We must remain committed to continuing this 
important policy.
  In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget 
September 11.

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