    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I)]
    [February 7, 2008]
    [Page 161]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Senate Action on Economic Growth Legislation
    February 7, 2008

        Two weeks ago, my administration reached an agreement with Speaker
    Pelosi and Leader Boehner on a short-term economic growth package that would quickly
    put money into the hands of the American people and provide our economy
    the boost it needs. Today the Senate amended that bill in ways I can
    support.
        This plan is robust, broad-based, timely, and it will be effective.
    This bill will help to stimulate consumer spending and accelerate needed
    business investment.
        This economic growth package is an example of bipartisan cooperation
    at a time when the American people most expect it. I thank members of
    both parties and both Houses for their efforts to advance this important
    legislation.