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.
This would prohibit Members of Congress from diverting excess honoraria to charities.
Enactment of this legislation would result in the next Congress being honoraria-free.
I am submitting for your consideration and enactment the 'Senior Executives Salary Act of 1989.'
The bill also provides for due process and Merit Systems Protection Board appeal so as to ensure that the new recertification provisions are not used for political or other proscribed purposes.
I am proud to nominate Arthur W. Fort to be an Assistant Secretary of State.
The legislation also provides for salary increases ranging from 8 percent to 25 percent for senior executive branch officials.
Prompt legislative action is needed to address pay deficiencies for employees with exceptional qualifications and to make pay more competitive at the senior levels of Government.
Little League has grown into the world's largest organized youth sports program.
On July 14, Americans will join the people of France in celebrating the 200th anniversary of the taking of the Bastille.
For his unique contributions to the national security of this country, the United States honors Ambassador George Kennan.
A gifted comedienne known and loved by generations of audiences around the world, Lucille Ball left a lasting impression of American entertainment.
I have determined that it is appropriate to withdraw the duty-free treatment afforded under the GSP to imports from all designated beneficiary developing countries of the cigarette leaf tobacco.
We want to help these countries toward an alternative future, a democratic alternative, and to help create a Europe that is whole and free.
I have determined that it is necessary to provide for the continued staged reduction in duties on certain tobacco for goods originating in the territory of Canada.
You have left an indelible mark as you've enriched this nation, and America is grateful.
I do feel a great empathy for the change and an affection for the heartbeat of the Hungarian people.





