    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2005, Book II)]
    [November 10, 2005]
    [Page 1697]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Agriculture Appropriations Legislation
    November 10, 2005

        The agriculture appropriations bill meets important priorities and
    holds spending below last year's level. This legislation is an important
    step forward in our efforts to rein in spending while maintaining our
    commitment to America's farmers and consumers. By pursuing progrowth
    economic policies and restraining spending, we can stay on track to meet
    my goal of cutting the deficit in half by 2009.

    Note: The statement referred to H.R. 2744, approved November 10, which
    was assigned Public Law No. 109-97.