01/23/2005
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"We're making progress, and many have contributed to the successes."
"This is not fiscally responsible, particularly when local communities have been waiting for funding for projects already in the pipeline."
"My Administration has repeatedly urged the Congress to authorize only those projects and programs that provide a high return on investment."
"The Senate passed another SCHIP bill with major flaws, especially its failure to cover poor children first."