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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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Nov 15, 1990

Protecting the reefs from damage, both from vessel groundings and pollution, is imperative.

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Nov 15, 1990

It fully protects the interests of the United States and other potentially affected tribes.

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Nov 15, 1990

I will ask the Attorney General and the Secretary of Education to prepare legislation that will bring this Act into compliance with the Constitution.

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Nov 15, 1990

I urge all Americans to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities in honor of U.S. military families throughout the world.

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Nov 15, 1990

I am today signing S. 677, an Act that amends the Arctic Research and Policy Act of 1984.

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Nov 15, 1990

I am pleased to sign H.R. 5732, the 'Aviation Security Improvement Act of 1990.'

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Nov 15, 1990

H.R. 996 makes recipients of science scholarships who are convicted of felonies ineligible for further scholarships authorized under the Act.

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Nov 15, 1990

Under the Appointments Clause of the Constitution, article II, section 2, clause 2, congressional participation in such appointments may be exercised only through the Senate's advice and consent with respect to Presidential nominees.

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Nov 15, 1990

This new program will provide an important vehicle for demonstrating the Nation's commitment to excellence in science, mathematics, and engineering achievement.

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Nov 15, 1990

Mathematics and science education are an important priority for this Administration and the Nation.

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Nov 14, 1990

Thanksgiving is still a week away, but I believe this really is a true red-letter day for all Americans.

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Nov 14, 1990

This landmark legislation will reduce air pollution each year by 56 billion pounds.

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Nov 14, 1990

This Administration will also pursue the use of more realistic assumptions when estimating risk.

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Nov 14, 1990

I take great pleasure in signing S. 1630 as a demonstration to the American people of my determination that each and every American shall breathe clean air.

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Nov 14, 1990

Even before the signing of this bill, the American public has begun to respond to the environmental leadership it embodies.

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Nov 14, 1990

The acid rain allowance trading program will be the first large-scale regulatory use of market incentives and is already being seen as a model for regulatory reform efforts here and abroad.

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Nov 14, 1990

As President, it is my mission to guarantee it for this generation and for the generations to come.

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Nov 14, 1990

It is simply the most significant air pollution legislation in our nation's history.

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Nov 14, 1990

This bill means cleaner cars, cleaner power plants, cleaner factories, and cleaner fuels; and it means a cleaner America.

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