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Statement on Signing the Departments of Commerce, Justice, and State, the Judiciary, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 1992 ID 3556 Date 10/28/1991 Today I have signed into law H.R. 2608, the ``Departments of Commerce, Justice, and State, the Judiciary, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 1992.'' While providing less than I had requested, this Act includes funding for important programs at the Department of Justice that make major contributions to the fight against crime and illegal drug use in …
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Executive Order 12779 -- Prohibiting Certain Transactions With Respect to Haiti ID 3560 Date 10/28/1991 By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), and section 301 of title 3 of the United States Code, and in view of Resolution MRE/RES. 2/91, adopted by the Ad Hoc Meeting of Ministers of Foreign Affairs of …
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Message to the Congress Transmitting an Executive Order Prohibiting Certain Transactions With Haiti ID 3561 Date 10/28/1991 To the Congress of the United States: Pursuant to section 204(b) of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, 50 U.S.C. section 1703(b), and section 301 of the National Emergencies Act, 50 U.S.C. section 1631, I hereby report that I have again exercised my statutory authority to issue an Executive order with respect to Haiti that: (a) Continues to block all property including …
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Nomination of Lisa A. Hembry To Be a Member of the National Museum Services Board ID 3568 Date 10/30/1991 The President today announced his intention to nominate Lisa A. Hembry, of Texas, to be a member of the National Museum Services Board for a term expiring December 6, 1995. She would succeed Diana D. Denman. Since 1988, Ms. Hembry has served as a senior associate with the Staubach Co., in Dallas, TX. Prior to this she was the public affairs director for KRLD Radio in Dallas, TX, 1982 - 1988. Ms. Hembry …
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Message to the Congress Transmitting the Annual Report of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ID 3570 Date 10/31/1991 To the Congress of the United States: It is my privilege to provide you with the annual reports on activities under the Highway Safety Act and the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act, both enacted in 1966. These reports provide a summary of our activities during calendar year 1990 and of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's priority plan for the next …
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Executive Order 12780 -- Federal Agency Recycling and the Council on Federal Recycling and Procurement Policy ID 3573 Date 10/31/1991 Whereas, this Administration is determined to secure for future generations of Americans their rightful share of our Nation's natural resources, as well as a clean and healthful environment in which to enjoy them; and Whereas, two goals of this Administration's environmental policy, cost-effective pollution prevention and the conservation of natural resources, can be …
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Remarks at the Swearing-In Ceremony for William Taylor as Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ID 3574 Date 10/31/1991 The President. Thank you, Father White, for that prayer. It's a pleasure to welcome William Taylor aboard as he takes on one of America's toughest jobs, Chairman of the FDIC. I'm delighted that Bill's family could be with us here. I don't know if they've been introduced, but Sharon, his wife, and then Claire, William, and Emily, and his sister, Ruth. We're especially …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the President's Meeting With President Nicephore Soglo of Benin ID 3591 Date 11/05/1991 The President met for 20 minutes today in the Oval Office with President Nicephore Soglo of Benin. President Soglo is on a private visit to the United States. He will receive the African American Institute's annual Arthur Houghton Award at the United Nations in New York on November 7. The President expressed his admiration and respect for President Soglo as a champion of …
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Proclamation 6369 -- National Hospice Month, 1991 and 1992 ID 3592 Date 11/05/1991 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Dedicated to serving terminally ill persons and their families, hospice programs have become an important part of our Nation's health care system. This month, we gratefully salute the many outstanding professionals and volunteers who provide hospice care. By offering a positive and supportive environment, as well as high quality medical care, hospice programs …
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Message to the Senate Transmitting the International Telecommunication Regulations ID 3368 Date 09/11/1991 To the Senate of the United States: With a view to receiving the advice and consent of the Senate to ratification, I transmit herewith the International Telecommunication Regulations, with appendices, signed at Melbourne on December 9, 1988, with a statement, including a reservation. I transmit also, for the information of the Senate, the report of the Department of State with respect to the …
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Proclamation 6335 -- National D.A.R.E. Day, 1991 ID 3375 Date 09/12/1991 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation The most important priority of our National Drug Control Strategy is to reduce drug use by our Nation's citizens, especially our young people. A key aim of AMERICA 2000, our national strategy for achieving excellence in American education, is to ensure that every school in the United States is free of drugs and violence. Realizing these goals will require the creative …
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Nomination of Albert Peter Burleigh for the Rank of Ambassador While Serving as Coordinator for Counter-Terrorism ID 3378 Date 09/12/1991 The President today announced his intention to nominate Albert Peter Burleigh, of California, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, class of Minister-Counsellor, to be accorded the rank of Ambassador during his tenure of service as Coordinator for Counter-Terrorism. He would succeed Morris D. Busby. Since 1989 Mr. Burleigh has served as Principal Deputy …
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Proclamation 6336 -- Energy Awareness Month, 1991 ID 3383 Date 09/13/1991 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Meeting our Nation's future energy needs is a task of immense proportions -- and utmost importance. To some American motorists, this challenge might be symbolized by long lines for gasoline and high prices at the pump. To others, it might be symbolized by lowering the thermostat during winter months. However, when it comes to building a secure energy future for the …
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Statement by the Press Secretary on Senate Confirmation Hearings on the Supreme Court Nomination of Clarence Thomas ID 3390 Date 09/16/1991 President Bush today telephoned his nominee to the Supreme Court, Judge Clarence Thomas, in Senator Danforth's office, and congratulated him on the completion of his testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee. The President said that Judge Thomas' testimony showed the American people that he has an outstanding record, is committed to the rule of law, and will …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on President Bush's Meeting With President Jose Eduardo dos Santos of Angola ID 3391 Date 09/16/1991 President Bush used the occasion of the private visit of President Jose Eduardo dos Santos of Angola to review with him the status of the Angola Peace Accords. President Bush reiterated our firm commitment to the Angola peace process and to the full and timely implementation of all aspects of the accords. In light of the recent difficulties concerning the assembly and …
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Exchange With Reporters at the Grand Canyon, Arizona ID 3396 Date 09/18/1991 Q. Mr. President, a question about Iraq while you're there, sir? Could you take a moment? The President. No, I can't. Q. Can we ask you an environmental question? The President. No, not right now. I'm in a learning process here. Environmental Policy Q. This is a great photo op, but your critics say your policy doesn't measure up, sir. The President. That's not what we're hearing today, Jim [Jim Miklaszewski, NBC News]. If you …
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Statement on the Resignation of J.R. Thompson, Jr., as Deputy Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration ID 3404 Date 09/18/1991 I have today regretfully accepted the resignation of J.R. Thompson, Jr., as Deputy Administrator of NASA. During his distinguished 25-year career with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, J.R. has proven himself a man of exemplary dedication and vision. He played a key role in returning the shuttle safely to flight and restoring the integrity …
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Remarks at the Annual National Convention of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in Chicago, Illinois ID 3411 Date 09/20/1991 @Thank you very much. And I really want to thank you for that warm reception here. First, may I salute two Secretaries of my Cabinet, Secretary Lujan, who many of you have known over the years, is with us today; and also Secretary Sam Skinner, who just came in with us from California, a son of Chicago in a sense, and doing a great job as Secretary of Transportation. May I …
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Nomination of Henrietta H. Fore To Be an Assistant Administrator at the Agency for International Development ID 3465 Date 10/03/1991 The President today announced his intention to nominate Henrietta Holsman Fore, of California, to be an Assistant Administrator of the Agency for International Development at the Bureau for Asia. This is a reappointment. Since 1989 Ms. Fore has served as Assistant Administrator of the Agency for International Development for Private Enterprise. Prior to this, she served as …
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Nomination of David M. Nummy To Be an Assistant Secretary of the Treasury ID 3466 Date 10/03/1991 The President today announced his intention to nominate David M. Nummy, of Oklahoma, to be an Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Management. He would succeed Linda M. Combs. Upon appointment, he will be designated Chief Financial Officer at the Department of Treasury. Since 1989 Mr. Nummy has served as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Departmental Finance and Management at the U.S. Department of the …
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Remarks to the Annual Convention of the National Fraternal Congress of America ID 3468 Date 10/03/1991 Thank you very much. What a wonderful warm welcome. Thank you so much, and thank you, Pat Donlin, for the kind words, the kind introduction. And may I salute Bishop Daily; it's an honor to be with you, sir; and so many, many friends here today. Ladies and gentlemen, when America won its independence two centuries ago, our founders chose a national motto. And they decided upon e pluribus unum: out of many, …
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Remarks at the 25th Anniversary of the Country Music Awards in Nashville, Tennessee ID 3469 Date 10/03/1991 Thank you, thank you, Reba, and congratulations to all of tonight's award winners. It's great to be here with friends and with the music I love. And Barbara and I come here as fans. Country music gives us a window on the real world. And when I want to feel a surge of patriotism or turn nostalgic or even when I need a little free advice about Saddam Hussein, I turn to country music. [Laughter] But …
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Proclamation 6351 -- Mental Illness Awareness Week, 1991 ID 3485 Date 10/08/1991 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Once shrouded in mystery -- and spoken of only in sad, hushed tones -- mental illness is becoming more widely understood. Thanks to dramatic advances in basic biomedical research and in the behavioral sciences, we have been able to achieve significant improvements in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of emotional and mental disorders. Scientific progress …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the President's Meeting With Prime Minister Tofilau Eti Alesana of Western Samoa ID 3487 Date 10/08/1991 The Prime Minister of Western Samoa, Tofilau Eti Alesana, met with the President for half an hour in the Oval Office today. The Prime Minister and the President discussed issues in the South Pacific and international developments. The President thanked the Prime Minister for Western Samoa's support for Operation Desert Storm and for its positive response to his …
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Proclamation 6352 -- Agreement on Trade Relations Between the United States of America and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics ID 3489 Date 10/09/1991 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation 1. Pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, as President of the United States of America, I, acting through duly empowered representatives, entered into negotiations with representatives of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics to …
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Remarks to the Religious Alliance Against Pornography ID 3496 Date 10/10/1991 Let me welcome all of you to the White House. Good afternoon. And I'm pleased to see your Chairman, Dr. Jerry Kirk; His Eminence the Cardinal, Cardinal Bernardin, who is out in the forefront of this good work, the Archbishop of Chicago; Sarah Blankin, the chairperson of the National Women's Leadership Task Force; and Erv Duggan, FCC Commissioner. Welcome all to the White House. It's a pleasure to take part in the alliance's …
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Letter to Congressional Leaders Reporting on Iraq's Compliance With United Nations Security Council Resolutions ID 4316 Date 05/15/1992 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) Consistent with the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution (Public Law 102 - 1), and as part of my continuing effort to keep the Congress fully informed, I am again reporting on the status of efforts to obtain compliance by Iraq with the resolutions adopted by the U.N. Security Council. Since the events …
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Remarks at a Benefit for the United Negro College Fund in Houston, Texas ID 4319 Date 05/15/1992 Thank you all, and please be seated. Bill, thank you very much. Bill Gray, as you may know, was in the leadership in the House of Representatives, one of the most popular and one of the most important and one of the most effective Members of Congress. He left that to head the United Negro College Fund. We have great respect for him, and I am delighted to have been introduced by him. And I just wanted all my …
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Remarks at the Southern Methodist University Commencement Ceremony in Dallas, Texas ID 4320 Date 05/16/1992 Thank you, Dr. Pye, for the introduction, for the invitation, and I'm just delighted to be here. Let me also thank Reverend Finnin for the invocation. And of course, I was charmed as everybody around here is by the wonderful music of the S.M.U. Symphony Orchestra. I just heard the anthem, but I'm told they're good on everything. And may I salute Ray Hunt, your distinguished chairman. You know, when …
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Remarks at the University of Notre Dame Commencement Ceremony in South Bend, Indiana ID 4321 Date 05/17/1992 Thank you, Father Malloy. It is really wonderful to be back here at Notre Dame. Whenever I visit the campus or meet a group of Notre Dame alumni, I feel this sense of family, and at Notre Dame that truly means more than just words. I think it's at the very core of what this institution is all about. And with this honorary degree that I am so very proud to have, I am proud to become a Domer. Thank …