George W. Bush: “The act of Congress I sign today will protect those who legitimately need help.”

We know our words cannot help, but we believe the prayers of so many Americans will.

We learned that bravery is more common than we imagined, emerging with sudden splendor in the face of death.

This tax relief has been a key factor in promoting the economic growth and job creation of recent years, and it should be made permanent.

To you and the honored dead, our country is forever grateful.