    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2006, Book II)]
    [September 28, 2006]
    [Page 1721]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Senate Passage of Military Commissions Legislation
    September 28, 2006

        Today the Senate sent a strong signal to the terrorists that we will
    continue using every element of national power to pursue our enemies and
    to prevent attacks on America. The ``Military Commissions Act of 2006''
    will allow the continuation of a CIA program that has been one of
    America's most potent tools in fighting the war on terror. Under this
    program, suspected terrorists have been detained and questioned about
    threats against our country. Information we have learned from the
    program has helped save lives at home and abroad. By authorizing the
    creation of military commissions, the act will also allow us to
    prosecute suspected terrorists for war crimes.
        Our most solemn responsibility is protecting America's security, and
    I thank the Senate for passing this vital legislation.

    Note: The statement referred to S. 3930.