Richard Nixon: “This can be such a moment.”

Further study is essential if we are to avoid ineffective Federal spending for these purposes.

In keeping Federal spending under control, we do not intend, of course, to single out only farm or environmental programs.

I am pleased that in this bill the Congress has expressed support for our objectives by authorizing $22.2 billion for military procurement purposes during fiscal year 1975.

I have always tried to do what was best for the Nation.