    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2002, Book I)]
    [April 11, 2002]
    [Page 604]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on House of Representatives Action on Pension Reform
    Legislation
    April 11, 2002

        Employees need more information about their pension plans and more
    control over them. I commend Chairman Thomas, Chairman Boehner, and
    Congressman Portman, and the bipartisan majority
    in the House for passing pension reform legislation that accomplishes
    these objectives. The reforms will give employees better access to
    investment advice, additional notice of blackouts, and increased ability
    to diversify. Importantly, the reforms adhere to the principle that what
    is right for executives is also right for workers. I look forward to
    Senate action on this critical issue.