    [Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 37, Number 44 (Monday, November 5, 2001)]
    [Pages 1580-1581]
    [Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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    Statement on House Action on the Proposed ``Secure Transportation for
    America Act''

    November 1, 2001

        I commend the House for passing legislation that will help ensure
    the safety of the

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    traveling public by strengthening security at America's airports. I am
    pleased the bill includes many of the safety measures proposed by my
    administration, including strong Federal oversight of airline security,
    an expanded Federal air marshals program, and important aircraft
    security enhancements.
        The American people deserve tough security standards, and the House
    plan delivers. I urge the House and Senate to quickly work together to
    send a strong and effective bill to my desk.