[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2006, Book II)]
[September 29, 2006]
[Pages 1732-1733]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]



Statement on Congressional Passage of Department of Defense 
Appropriations Legislation
September 29, 2006

    I applaud Congress for passing legislation that will provide our men 
and women in uniform with the necessary resources to protect our country 
and win the war on

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terror. As our troops risk their lives to fight terrorism, this bill 
will ensure they are prepared to defeat today's enemies and address 
tomorrow's threats. I look forward to signing this bill into law.

Note: The statement referred to H.R. 5631.