Oct 5, 1992
I am very disappointed that the Congress cut Federal-aid highway funding $1.3 billion below what I requested.
George H.W. Bush
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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.
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Oct 5, 1992
This is a wonderful opportunity to support those goals that are important to every citizen in this country.
Oct 5, 1992
The continued application of the Act raises serious equal protection questions.
Oct 5, 1992
I regret that the Congress has rejected my proposal for a 33 percent reduction in congressional staffs.
Oct 5, 1992
I have signed into law H.R. 5679, the 'Departments of Veterans Affairs and Housing and Urban Development, and Independent Agencies Appropriations Act, 1993.'
Oct 5, 1992
This provision would be unconstitutional under the Appointments Clause of Article II, section 2, and the Incompatibility Clause of Article I, section 6.
Oct 5, 1992
I will, therefore, treat this provision only as an indication of congressional concern in this area.
Oct 5, 1992
I have signed into law H.R. 5504, the 'Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 1993.'
Oct 5, 1992
The reduced funding level also could lead to deterioration of the Nation's highway infrastructure.
Oct 5, 1992
The Congress could have funded Federal-aid highways at the requested level by not funding low priority programs and earmarked projects.
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