    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2005, Book I)]
    [May 10, 2005]
    [Pages 783-784]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Congressional Passage of Emergency Supplemental
    Appropriations for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Tsunami Relief
    Legislation
    May 10, 2005

        I applaud the Congress for its strong bipartisan support for our
    troops and our continued effort to win the war on terror. New
    democracies are taking root in Iraq and Afghanistan, and America is
    proud to stand with them. This legislation will help America continue to
    promote freedom and democracy. It also will assist in the continuing
    tsunami recovery efforts. I appreciate the leadership in the House and
    Senate for working together to reach a final agreement that focuses
    taxpayer dollars on providing our troops and diplomats with the tools
    they need. I look forward to signing the bill into law.
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        * White House correction.

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    Note: The statement referred to H.R. 1268.