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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 28, 1990

The Act does not require an agency to adopt, or even to publish as a proposed rule, a consensus reached by a negotiated rulemaking advisory committee.

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Nov 28, 1990

Immigration is not just a link to America's past; it's also a bridge to America's future.

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Nov 28, 1990

I must emphasize that Federal officials will retain their full statutory and constitutional responsibility to make all administrative determinations on regulatory matters.

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Nov 28, 1990

Today I sign into law S. 3266, the 'Crime Control Act of 1990.'

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Nov 28, 1990

This official would be the only member of the Task Force whose appointment would not conform to the Appointments Clause of the Constitution.

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Nov 27, 1990

There's no question here or anyplace else how crucial a strong agricultural sector is to the future of this country.

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Nov 27, 1990

Our farmers are the best. Period! They outproduce every other nation in the world by far.

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Nov 27, 1990

I do not believe that the United States should indemnify Indian tribes and their contractors or assume the enormous liability that this provision could generate.

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Nov 27, 1990

We want to bring home a fair deal for American farmers, and I can assure you there will not be a signature on one that is not fair.

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Nov 27, 1990

Effective immediately the United States will recognize similar assertions by coastal nations regarding their exclusive economic zones.

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Nov 27, 1990

I'm particularly pleased with the 5-year continuation of the Food Stamp Program.

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Nov 27, 1990

You've given this administration a farm bill of which I think we can all be very proud.

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Nov 27, 1990

I can assure you there will not be a signature on one that is not fair.

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Nov 27, 1990

Thank you for taking on this crucial task. You're helping assure a bright future for farming in America.

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Nov 27, 1990

This is the most environmentally progressive farm bill ever signed.

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Nov 27, 1990

This provision will make the U.S. Government a veritable insurer for tribal activities under circumstances in which the United States otherwise would not be liable.

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Nov 27, 1990

I will construe all these provisions to be advisory, not mandatory.

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Nov 27, 1990

I am today signing H.R. 2061, the 'Fishery Conservation Amendments of 1990,' notwithstanding reservations I have concerning some of its provisions.

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Nov 27, 1990

You're helping assure a bright future for farming in America.

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Nov 27, 1990

Today I am signing S. 2740, the 'Water Resources Development Act of 1990,' which authorizes water resources projects and programs in support of the Department of the Army Civil Works mission.

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Nov 27, 1990

Many of the amendments made by H.R. 2061 will enable us to better conserve and manage our precious fishery resources.

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