Richard Nixon: “I hereby transmit to the Congress the second annual report of the National Science Board, pursuant to the provisions of…”

Two weeks ago, I vowed to the American people that any appropriations bill substantially above my budget for fiscal year 1975 would be vetoed.

I have done my very best in all the days since to be true to that pledge.

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 did not realize the extent of the implications which these conversations might now appear to have.