Political Quotes

“House Resolution 520 is a rule providing for consideration of the conference report on H.R. 2744, making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2006. According to the rule, all points of order against the conference report and against its consideration are waived. The conference report shall be considered as read. Mr. Speaker, today I am proud to present for consideration the rule for the conference report for agriculture appropriations for fiscal year 2006. I would like to commend Chairman Bonilla, Chairman Lewis, and the entire Appropriations Committee for their hard work this year. The congressional budget is an important tool of Congress, allowing us to establish our priorities for the coming fiscal year. The agriculture appropriations subcommittee has reported out a bill that provides important resources to ensure that our Nation's farmers and ranchers remain competitive in the 21st century. The legislation enhances our ability to safeguard our food supply and addresses the nutritional needs of children and the most disadvantaged in our country. The bill also works to maintain and build fiscal discipline. In total, the bill provides $17.1 billion in discretionary resources. This level represents an increase of $258 million, only 1\1/2\ percent over the fiscal year 2005-enacted level. The bill continues our commitment to protecting human health and safety.…”