    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2003, Book I)]
    [April 3, 2003]
    [Page 320]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives on Reallocation of
    Emergency Response Funds
    April 3, 2003

    Dear Mr. Speaker:
        In order to continue the investigation into the September 11, 2001,
    terrorist attacks on the United States, I am notifying the Congress of
    my intent to reallocate funds previously transferred from the Emergency
    Response Fund (ERF).
        At this time, $9 million of ERF funds will be transferred to the
    National Commission on Terrorist Attacks upon the United States to
    ensure that it has the necessary resources to investigate fully the
    terrible tragedy of September 11, 2001. My Administration is strongly
    committed to the purpose and mission of the Commission and will continue
    to cooperate with the Commission in accordance with applicable law to
    help ensure that it succeeds. I expect that the Commission's final
    report will contain important recommendations.
        The details of this action are set forth in the enclosed letter from
    the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. I concur with his
    comments and recommendations.
            Sincerely,

                                                              George W. Bush