[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 16]
[House]
[Page 21959]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



          IN SUPPORT OF HOUSE-PASSED ECONOMIC SECURITY PACKAGE

  (Mr. CANTOR asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CANTOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of the House-passed 
economic security package that will help American families and revive 
economic growth in our country.
  I have always believed that the private sector is the true engine of 
opportunity in our country. Increased Federal spending will not improve 
the fundamentals of our economy. In these difficult economic times, the 
role of Congress should be to create an environment of opportunity for 
America's families.
  It is the hard work and sheer determination of individuals, families, 
and small business entrepreneurs that make this country what it is 
today. It will be these same qualities that will revitalize the 
American economy after the September 11 attacks.
  The House legislation offers tax cuts for middle class families and 
provides incentives for businesses to invest in capital and human 
resources, thereby creating jobs and opportunity.
  Congress must act now. The House has acted by passing this strong 
package to ensure economic security. The President has called on 
Congress to send him a bill that he can sign into law this month, and I 
urge Congress to heed his call.

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