    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2002, Book I)]
    [April 11, 2002]
    [Pages 603-604]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Senate Action on Election Reform Legislation
    April 11, 2002

        I commend the Senate for passing an election reform bill and
    bringing us a step closer to enacting legislation this year. I look
    forward to working with conferees to make sure the reforms reflect the
    principles outlined by the bipartisan Ford/Carter

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    Commission that respect the primacy of State and local governments and
    envision a limited but responsible role for the Federal Government.