[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 55 (Tuesday, May 9, 2006)]
[House]
[Pages H2186-H2187]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT

  (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. Mr. Speaker, Webster's dictionary 
defines emergencies as serious situations or occurrences that happen 
unexpectedly and demand immediate attention.
  As Congress considers this year's emergency supplemental spending 
bill, I hope all of my colleagues will remember the definition of an 
emergency and support Majority Leader Boehner's strong efforts to 
ensure that we spend taxpayer money on America's most urgent needs.
  Last week I was proud when he clearly articulated that the House will 
not take up an emergency supplemental bill that spends $1 more than the 
President's budget request. By declaring that Congress will use this 
funding for

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troops' efforts in the global war on terrorism and rebuilding 
communities throughout the gulf coast, Majority Leader Boehner is 
leading House Republicans to rein in the Federal budget and spend 
taxpayer dollars wisely.
  As the budget process continues, I am confident that Majority Leader 
Boehner will continue to define the difference between irresponsible 
wishes and American emergencies.
  In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget 
September 11.

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