    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2003, Book II)]
    [November 22, 2003]
    [Page 1603]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on House of Representatives Action on Medicare Reform
    Legislation
    November 22, 2003

        The House's historic passage of the bipartisan Medicare bill brings
    seniors one step closer to a modern Medicare system, one that includes
    prescription drugs and choices for seniors. I applaud the House for
    meeting our obligations to America's seniors. Now it is time for the
    Senate to act. I urge the Senate to pass this good piece of legislation
    so that I can sign it into law.

    Note: The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language
    version of this statement.