It is in the national interest of the United States to lift the prohibition on reinstatement and approval of export licenses for the three United States-built AUSSAT and AsiaSat satellites for launch on Chinese-built launch vehicles.
George H.W. Bush
The Public Record
George H.W. Bush was the 41st President of the United States, serving from January 20, 1989, to January 20, 1993. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the office of Vice President under Ronald Reagan from 1981 to 1989. Bush was a World War II veteran and served in various roles within the U.S. government, including as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency from 1976 to 1977. His presidency is noted for significant events such as the Gulf War and the fall of the Berlin Wall, as well as his efforts in foreign policy and international diplomacy.
I intend, of course, to construe any constitutionally doubtful provisions in accordance with the requirements of the Constitution.
Just as one cruse of oil was able to lift the darkness for eight nights, so, too, can one act of kindness brighten the lives of others.
Hanukkah poignantly reminds us that, with commitment to a spiritual ideal, our highest goals can be realized.
Let us also rededicate ourselves to sharing the love that gives greater meaning and joy to Christmas and to every moment of life.
This measure also makes numerous improvements affecting the educational benefits and employment of veterans.
I am pleased today to sign into law H.R. 901, the 'Veterans' Benefits Amendments of 1989.'
I am pleased to send my warmest greetings to the members of the Jewish community as you celebrate Hanukkah.
I am further pleased to endorse the extension in H.R. 901 of several valuable veteran health-care programs.
H.R. 901 provides a 4.7 percent increase in compensation and DIC benefits, effective December 1, 1989.
Hanukkah recalls the great victory won by the Maccabees in their struggle to worship freely in their own way.
This program has provided home financing for over 13 million veterans since the end of World War II.





