    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2004, Book I)]
    [May 20, 2004]
    [Pages 912-913]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on House of Representatives Passage of Budget Legislation
    May 20, 2004

        I commend the House of Representatives for passing a responsible
    budget that meets our Nation's highest priorities of winning the war on
    terror, protecting the homeland, and helping our economy continue to
    create new jobs. This budget keeps tax relief flowing to married
    couples, families with children, and working people, while restraining
    overall spending and allowing the deficit to be cut in half in the next
    5 years. I urge the Senate to follow the House's lead and pass this
    budget so that we can continue making progress on our shared agenda of
    building a safer, stronger, and better America.

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