    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1993, Book II)]
    [August 3, 1993]
    [Page 1315]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Senate Action on National Service Legislation
    August 3, 1993

        I am extremely pleased by action taken today by the Senate in
    passing the National and Community Service Trust Act. I am also
    gratified that Republicans and Democrats were able to work together to
    turn this landmark legislation into reality.
        National service will take on our Nation's most pressing unmet needs
    while empowering a new generation to serve as leaders of change.
    National service is about enhanced educational opportunity and
    rebuilding the American community. Most importantly, national service is
    about getting things done.
        A number of Senators played crucial roles in helping pass this bill.
    In particular, I would like to thank Senator Kennedy for the leadership
    and dedication he has shown throughout this process. Thanks to the
    efforts of the Senate today and the House last week, young people will
    soon be serving their country in their communities here at home.
        I've always said national service is the American way to change
    America. I commend the United States Congress for taking action that
    will prove that true.