    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2001, Book II)]
    [October 24, 2001]
    [Page 1299]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

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    Statement on Congressional Action on Counterterrorism Legislation
    October 24, 2001

        I am pleased Congress has reached an agreement on counterterrorism
    legislation that will give our law enforcement officials the tools and
    resources necessary to disrupt, weaken, and defeat terrorists. I look
    forward to signing this strong bipartisan plan into law so that we can
    combat terrorism and prevent future attacks.