Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents

Monday, December 3, 2001 Volume 37—Number 48 Pages 1709–1736 Contents

Addresses and Remarks Interviews With the News Media See also Meetings With Foreign Leaders Exchanges with reporters in the Rose Aid workers rescued from Afghanistan, Garden—1711, 1717 welcoming ceremony—1711 Farm Journal Forum—1719 Meetings With Foreign Leaders ‘‘Mark Twain Tonight’’ viewing—1729 Spain, President Aznar—1717 Radio address—1710 United Nations Secretary-General Annan— U.S. attorneys conference—1726 1716 U.S. Nobel laureates—1715 Bill Signings Proclamations Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and National Diabetes Month—1729 Drug Administration, and Related Agencies National Drunk and Drugged Driving Appropriations Act, 2002, statement—1723 Prevention Month—1731 Departments of Commerce, Justice, and National Hospice Month—1731 State, the Judiciary, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2002, statement—1723 Statements by the President Departments of Veterans Affairs and Housing See also Bill Signings and Urban Development, and Independent Caspian Pipeline Consortium, Agencies Appropriations Act, 2002, commissioning—1722 statement—1714 Gov. James S. Gilmore III of Virginia, Internet Tax Nondiscrimination Act, resignation as Republican National statement—1722 Committee chairman—1733 Legislation to prevent the elimination of Insurance industry terrorist claims legislation, certain legislatively mandated executive House action—1729 branch reports, statement—1722 Mexican motor carrier legislation, House and Communications to Congress Senate action—1732 War on terrorism and Defense appropriations Kosovo International Security Force, letter legislation, House action—1729 reporting on deployment of U.S. military personnel—1709 Supplementary Materials Executive Orders Acts approved by the President—1736 Creation of the President’s Council on Checklist of White House press releases— Bioethics—1724 1735 Waiver of Dual Compensation Provisions of Digest of other White House the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement announcements—1733 Act of 1964—1716 Nominations submitted to the Senate—1734

Editor’s Note: The President was at Camp David, MD, on November 30, the closing date of this issue. Releases and announcements issued by the Office of the Press Secretary but not received in time for inclusion in this issue will be printed next week.

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Letter to Congressional Leaders sonnel to KFOR in Kosovo and other coun- Reporting on the Deployment of tries in the region. United States Military Personnel as In Kosovo, the U.S. forces are assigned to Part of the Kosovo International a sector principally centered upon Gnjilane Security Force in the eastern portion of Kosovo. For U.S. KFOR forces, as for KFOR generally, main- November 18, 2001 taining a safe and secure environment re- Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) mains the primary military task. United In my report to the Congress of May 18, States forces conduct security patrols in 2001, I provided information regarding the urban areas and in the countryside through- continued deployment of combat-equipped out their sector. Approximately 79 percent U.S. military personnel as the U.S. contribu- of KFOR soldiers are dedicated to patrolling, tion to the NATO-led international security manning checkpoints, and mounting border force in Kosovo (KFOR) and to other coun- and boundary patrols. The KFOR forces op- tries in the region in support of that force. erate under NATO command and control I am providing this supplemental report, con- and rules of engagement. sistent with the War Powers Resolution, to The UNMIK continues to make progress help ensure that Congress is kept fully in- in establishing the necessary structures for formed on continued U.S. contributions in provisional democratic self-government in support of peacekeeping efforts in Kosovo. Kosovo, including through adoption of the As noted in previous reports, the U.N. Se- Constitutional Framework for Provisional curity Council authorized member states to Self-Government, and preparations for establish KFOR in U.N. Security Council Kosovo-wide elections scheduled to occur on Resolution 1244 of June 10, 1999. The mis- November 17, 2001. The KFOR coordinates sion of KFOR is to provide a military pres- with and supports UNMIK at most levels, ence in order to deter renewed hostilities; and is represented at the Joint Implementa- verify and, if necessary, enforce the terms tion Commission. Also, KFOR support in- of the Military Technical Agreement (MTA) cludes providing a security presence in between NATO and the Federal Republic towns, villages, and the countryside, and or- of Yugoslavia (FRY); enforce the terms of the ganizing checkpoints and patrols in key areas Undertaking on Demilitarization and Trans- of Kosovo to provide security, protect minori- formation of the former Kosovo Liberation ties, resolve disputes, and help instill in the Army (KLA); provide day-to-day operational community a feeling of confidence. Finally, direction to the Kosovo Protection Corps; KFOR is supporting, within its means and and maintain a safe and secure environment capabilities, the provision of humanitarian re- to facilitate the work of the U.N. Interim Ad- lief, public safety and order, and the mainte- ministration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK). nance of essential civic works resources. Currently, the U.S. contribution to KFOR NATO continues formally to review in Kosovo is approximately 5,500 U.S. mili- KFOR’s mission at 6-month intervals. The tary personnel. An additional 500 U.S. mili- most recent 6-month review will be com- tary personnel are deployed as the National pleted this month, and presented to the Support Element in Macedonia, with an oc- North Atlantic Council in December 2001. casional presence in Albania and Greece. In These reviews provide a basis for assessing the last 6 months, all 19 NATO nations and current force levels, future requirements, 19 others, including Russia, have provided force structure, force reductions, and the military personnel and other support per- eventual withdrawal of KFOR. The KFOR 1709 1710 Nov. 18 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 has transferred full responsibility for its pub- We’re thankful, this year even more in- lic safety and policing responsibilities to the tensely, for our lives and our families and UNMIK international and local police forces the love of those around us. Americans are in every area except Kosovska Mitrovica, remembering what really matters—holding where the responsibility is shared due to se- our children more closely, giving them more curity concerns. time. The continued deployment of U.S. forces And we’re thankful to God, who turned has been undertaken pursuant to my con- suffering into strength and grief into grace. stitutional authority to conduct U.S. foreign Offering thanks in the midst of tragedy is an relations and as Commander in Chief and American tradition, perhaps because in times Chief Executive. I appreciate the continued of testing, our dependence on God is so support of the Congress in these actions. clear. Sincerely, The Pilgrims gave thanks even after the George W. Bush many deaths of a bitter winter. Abraham Lin- coln proclaimed days of national thanksgiving NOTE: Identical letters were sent to J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the House of Representatives, even during a bloody Civil War. Lincoln and Robert C. Byrd, President pro tempore of asked God to heal the wounds of the Nation the Senate. This item was not received in time and to restore it, as soon as it may be con- for publication in the appropriate issue. sistent with the divine purposes, to the full enjoyment of peace, harmony, tranquility. We pray for this goal, and we work for it. The President’s Radio Address In America, blessings are meant to be November 24, 2001 shared, and our Thanksgiving is revealed in Good morning. Thanksgiving this year concern for others. At this season, Laura and comes 72 days after a terrible national shock, I hope you’ll find ways to reach out and share an act of evil that caused, and continues to your blessings and talents in your own com- cause, so much suffering. Yet, the evil the munities: Tutor or mentor a child; volunteer terrorists intended has resulted in good they in a hospital; support our troops by becoming never expected. And this holiday season, active in the USO; comfort those who feel Americans have much to be thankful for. afraid; show your kindness to a Muslim We’re thankful for the character of our fel- neighbor; help someone in need of shelter low citizens who are flying flags and donating or food or words of hope; and continue to to charity and comforting those who grieve. pray for America. Americans have aided the families of victims We will face difficult times ahead. The and the starving children of Afghanistan, half fight we have begun will not be quickly or a world away. This country has a good and easily finished. Our enemies hide and plot generous heart. in many nations. They are devious and ruth- We’re thankful for the decency of the less. Yet we are confident in the justice of American people who have stood for the our cause. We will fight for as long as it takes, American tradition of tolerance and religious and we will prevail. liberty, a tradition that has welcomed and May God grant us patience, resolve, and protected generations of immigrants from wisdom in all that is to come. Happy Thanks- every faith and background. giving, and thank you for listening. We are thankful for new heroes, police of- ficers and firefighters and emergency work- NOTE: The address was recorded at 9:50 a.m. on ers, who have renewed our respect for public November 21 in the Cabinet Room at the White service and provided lasting lessons in cour- House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on November age. 24. The transcript was made available by the Of- We’re thankful for the men and women fice of the Press Secretary on November 23 but of our military, who are defending our lives was embargoed for release until the broadcast. and liberty with such skill, honor, and suc- The Office of the Press Secretary also released cess. a Spanish language transcript of the address. Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 / Nov. 26 1711

Remarks at a Welcoming Ceremony these girls. And I want to thank those on the for Humanitarian Aid Workers ground in Afghanistan who helped with their Rescued From Afghanistan and an rescue, as well. Exchange With Reporters So it’s a joyous day to welcome two good souls to the Rose Garden. I’ll ask them to November 26, 2001 say a few comments, and then I’ll be glad The President. Good morning. I’m so to answer some questions, if you have any. honored to welcome two courageous souls [At this point, Heather Mercer and Dayna to the Rose Garden to celebrate a story of Curry made brief remarks.] joy and a story of hope, a story of two women who were rescued, a story about the faith The President. Good job. that sustained them and a family that clearly Operation Enduring Freedom loves them. Heather Mercer and Dayna Curry decided Q. Mr. President, following up on the talk to go to help people who needed help. Their of the military’s role in rescuing these two faith led them to Afghanistan. One woman ladies, can you tell us why you have deployed who knows them best put it this way: They 1,000 marines, at least 1,000 marines this had a calling to serve the poorest of the poor, weekend on the ground, what their mission and Afghanistan is where that calling took is? How many more are coming? And how them. much more risky has their mission become And Heather and Dayna’s faith in God sus- with this advancement of the troops? tained them throughout their ordeal. It’s a The President. Well, first, I’ll let the De- wonderful story about prayer, about a faith fense Department explain the mission. Well, that can sustain people in good times and first of all, we know the mission. The mission in bad times. Their faith was a source of hope is to bring Al Qaida to justice and to make that kept them from becoming discouraged. sure Afghanistan no longer serves as a haven I talked to them right after their release, for terrorists. And we’ve got a military strat- their freedom, and I sensed no bitterness in egy that we’re implementing. I’ll let the Sec- their voice, no fatigue, just joy. It was an up- retary of Defense, in his daily briefing, go lifting experience for me to talk to these cou- into the operational details as he sees fit. rageous souls. But this is a dangerous period of time. This Theirs is also a story about people who— is a period of time in which we’re now hunt- in our country—who rallied for them. People ing down the people who are responsible for prayed all around the country. I was particu- bombing America. I said a long time ago, one larly struck by the fact that Heather’s dad of our objectives is to smoke them out and offered to take her place in prison. I was get them running and to bring them to jus- struck by the fact that a country preacher tice. We’re smoking them out; they’re run- out of central Texas flew to Afghanistan to ning; and now we’re going to bring them to lend his presence in any way that would help. justice. I also said we’ll use whatever means I know there are a lot of people right outside is necessary to achieve that objective. And of Crawford that were praying for these girls’ that’s exactly what we’re going to do. release. And when they were, people all The American people must understand across Baylor University cheered. Something that we’ve got a long way to go in order to besides football became more important in achieve our objective in this theater. But their lives: life, itself. we’re patient; we’re resolved; and we will stay This is a story of a military that is com- the course until we achieve our objective. mitted to achieving certain objectives. In my speech in front of the United States Con- National Economy gress, I said to the Taliban that one of the Q. Mr. President, what’s your reaction, sir, objectives was to release the humanitarian to news that the U.S. economy has been in aid workers that were being detained against a recession since March? their will. We’ve achieved that objective. And The President. My reaction that—since I want to thank our military for rescuing March? Well, I knew that the economy was 1712 Nov. 26 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 not in good shape right after I took office; there might be loss of life. I pray that not that’s why I urged that we pass a tax relief be the case. But our brave men and women plan. I remember the debate clearly, about who signed up for the military understand people saying, well, the economy is strong. the risk inherent with being in the military. But it wasn’t. It was flagging; it was weak- Major [Major Garrett, Cable News Net- ening. work]. And that tax relief plan is going to be part Q. Mr. President, at Fort Campbell, you of an economic recovery package that will said, ‘‘Across the world and across the years, make sense for the long term of the country. we will fight the evil ones, and we will We’ve got low interest rates. We’ve got rea- win’’—— sonable energy prices. We’ve got good tax The President. Yes. policy in place. We’ve got the framework for economic recovery. I hope Congress moves Future Counterterrorism Efforts quickly on an economic stimulus package. Q. ——suggesting very strongly that Af- The Senate needs to get a bill and get it into ghanistan is only the first step. What would conference, so we can resolve differences you say about Iraq, as you begin to look at and I can sign it before Christmas. But I am, the next steps in the campaign against global obviously, aware that our economy is slow. terrorism? What message would you like to And we will do everything we can to enhance send to them now? recovery. The President. Well, my message is, is that if you harbor a terrorist, you’re a ter- Operation Enduring Freedom rorist. If you feed a terrorist, you’re a ter- Q. Mr. President, getting back to the ear- rorist. If you develop weapons of mass de- lier question, aside from September 11th, struction that you want to terrorize the world, which cannot be forgotten, the war on ter- you’ll be held accountable. And I also have rorism has been truly relatively American- said, as I recall, at the White House, we’re casualty free. And in recent years, Americans going to make sure that we accomplish each have been generally casualty-averse in its mission that we tackle. First things first. military operations. Now having said that, we—the coalition Are you concerned that Americans may has arrested over 300 people. I can’t wait to suddenly start getting back into that pattern thank my friend President Aznar of Spain for where they’re less accepting of American cas- having arrested eight terrorists in Spain. In ualties? other words, there is an international drag— The President. Well, first of all, obviously, international effort to bring people to justice. no President or Commander in Chief hopes And over 300 people that have been involved anybody loses life in the theater. But it’s with Al Qaida have been brought to justice. going to happen. I said this early on, as the Terrorism is terrorism. In this country, we’ll campaign began: America must be prepared deal with it. for loss of life. I believe the American people Bill [Bill Plante, CBS News]. understand that we’ve got a mighty struggle Q. Sir, you mentioned President Aznar of on our hands and that there will be sacrifice. Spain. Spain says that they don’t want to ex- After all, some people made the greatest sac- tradite those people unless they can be tried rifice possible on September the 11th, and under our standard court system and not by that is those who took the airplane down. a military tribunal. Are you concerned with They said the Lord’s Prayer on the phone the amount of dissent over your decision to to their loved ones; the loved ones heard, establish military tribunals? ‘‘Let’s roll’’; and they took a plane down so The President. Not the least bit con- that it might not kill others, such as people cerned. I made the right decision. A Presi- working in the White House or at the Cap- dent must have the option of using a military itol. tribunal in times of war. I look forward to No, I think the American people under- explaining to my friend the President of stand we’re in for a long, long struggle in Spain why I made that decision. It makes order to rid the world of terrorism and that eminent sense to have the military tribunal Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 / Nov. 26 1713 option available. It makes sense for national I talk to him every single day. And today I security purposes. It makes sense for the pro- was visiting with him face to face. As I say, tection of potential jurors. It makes sense for he looks swell. homeland security. It is the right decision to Stretch. [Richard Keil, Bloomberg News]. make, and I will explain that to any leader who asks. Iraq Terry [Terry Moran, ABC News]. Q. To follow up on Major’s question. Human Cloning The President. What was his question? Q. Whether Iraq could be the next target Q. Mr. President, it seems an important of the antiterror campaign. line has been crossed with the attempt to The President. Oh, okay. clone a human being by a private laboratory. Q. Does Saddam Hussein have to agree What’s your reaction to that? Do you think to allow weapons inspectors back into Iraq? there’s any way to put this genie back in the Is that an unconditional demand of yours? bottle? The President. Saddam Hussein agreed The President. My reaction, Terry, is that to allow inspectors in his country. And in the use of embryos to clone is wrong. We order to prove to the world he’s not devel- should not, as a society, grow life to destroy oping weapons of mass destruction, he ought it. And that’s exactly what’s taking place. And to let the inspectors back in. I have made that position very clear. I haven’t Yes. changed my mind. And this evidence today Q. And if he does not do that, sir, what that they’re trying to achieve that objective, will be the consequence? If he does not do to grow an embryo in order to extract a stem that, what will be the consequences? cell, in order for that embryo to die, is bad The President. That’s up for—he’ll find public policy. Not only that, it’s morally out. wrong, in my opinion. Q. Sir, what is your thinking right now Yes. about taking the war to Iraq? You suggested The Vice President that on Wednesday, when you said Afghani- stan was just the beginning. Q. Mr. President, does the current threat The President. I stand by those words. justify the Vice President remaining in an un- Afghanistan is still just the beginning. If any- disclosed location? And even though he’s body harbors a terrorist, they’re a terrorist. not—— If they fund a terrorist, they’re a terrorist. The President. I just ate breakfast with If they house terrorists, they’re terrorists. I him. It’s no longer undisclosed. [Laughter] mean, I can’t make it any more clearly to And he looks great. I think my adjective was other nations around the world. If they de- ‘‘swell.’’ He still looks swell. velop weapons of mass destruction that will Q. How long is this separation going to be used to terrorize nations, they will be held go on? Do you think that—— accountable. And as for Mr. Saddam Hus- The President. I had breakfast with him. sein, he needs to let inspectors back in his I mean, I shouldn’t say that. Right after I country to show us that he is not developing had breakfast, I met with him. I spent the weapons of mass destruction. morning with him. As a matter of fact, he Yes, David [David Gregory, NBC News]. was here to welcome these families into the White House. Q. But do you still consider him, even Weapons of Mass Destruction though he’s not as visible and doesn’t, in Q. Mr. President, following up on that terms of visibility, appear to be playing the thought, when you initially made—defined same kind of role we saw before September terrorism in your speech before Congress, 11th—— you did not include the weapons of mass de- The President. No, the Vice President is struction. Are you now extending this to very much engaged in the administration, countries like North Korea, other places and I value his advice. I trust his judgment. where we have had evidence over the years 1714 Nov. 26 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 that there’s been development of such weap- Statement on Signing the ons? Departments of Veterans Affairs and The President. Well, clearly, in terms of Housing and Urban Development, North Korea, we want North Korea to allow and Independent Agencies inspectors in, to determine whether or not Appropriations Act, 2002 they are. We’ve had that discussion with November 26, 2001 North Korea. I made it very clear to North Korea that in order for us to have relations Today I have signed into law H.R. 2620, with them, that we want to know, are they the ‘‘Departments of Veterans Affairs and developing weapons of mass destruction? Housing and Urban Development, and Inde- And they ought to stop proliferating. pendent Agencies Appropriations Act, 2002.’’ So part of the war on terror is to deny I appreciate the bipartisan effort that has terrorist weapons getting—I mean, weapons gone into producing this Act. The Act abides to be used for means of terror getting in the by the agreed upon aggregate funding level hands of nations that will use them. And so for Fiscal Year 2002 of $686 billion and sup- I’m not quite sure of the—— ports several of my Administration’s key ini- Q. I’m just asking if you’ve expanded your tiatives with: • definition to countries who don’t just harbor $955 million for the Veterans Affairs terrorists but also develop such weapons. Duty to Assist initiative to improve per- The President. Have I expanded the defi- formance in claims processing and assist veterans with their claims; nition? I’ve always had that definition, as far • as I’m concerned. $160 million for the National Science Foundation Math and Science Partner- Yes, ma’am. ships initiative, which provides funds for States to join with institutions of higher Pakistan education in strengthening math and Q. Mr. President, you’ve said a number science education in grades K–12; and • of times you will go to all lengths to get mem- $50 million for the Housing and Urban bers of Al Qaida. There’s now news that Paki- Development Down Payment Assist- stan has airlifted some of its citizens back ance initiative that assists low-income to Pakistan. Are you concerned that they may families with the down payment on their be taking members of Al Qaida and will not first home. turn them over? Several additional initiatives I have pro- posed were worthy of funding but are not The President. No, I’m not. We’ve had part of this bill: the Community Technology good discussions with Pakistan. They under- Centers and Improving Access programs in stand the objective is to bring Al Qaida to HUD, the Silver Scholarships and Veterans justice, and they’ve indicated they’ll help us Mission for Youth programs under the Cor- do so. poration for National and Community Serv- All right, thank you all very much. ice, and the VA/DOD Medical Care Choice initiative. NOTE: The President spoke at 10:35 a.m. in the The Silver Scholarship Program would Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, have provided Silver Scholarships to 10,000 he referred to Ms. Mercer’s father, John Mercer; older Americans who volunteer 500 hours of Danny Mulkey, assistant pastor, Antioch Commu- service tutoring and mentoring students in nity Church, Waco, TX; President Jose Maria after-school programs. Each $1,000 scholar- Aznar of Spain; and President Saddam Hussein ship could be deposited in an education sav- of Iraq. ings account for use by seniors’ children, Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 / Nov. 27 1715 grandchildren, or another child. The Vet- physics, helpful insights in the workings of erans Mission for Youth program would have the market economies, and a new treatment provided matching grants to community or- for Parkinson’s disease. And all of America ganizations that connect veterans and retired congratulates them. military personnel with America’s youth Each Nobel laureate here today belongs through mentoring, tutoring, after-school, to a incredibly select group of people. It in- and other programs. cludes the names of Martin Luther King, Jr.; The VA/DoD Medical Care Choice initia- George C. Marshall; T.S. Eliot; Albert Ein- tive would ensure that all military retirees stein; Vice President Charles Dawes; and annually choose either the Department of President Theodore Roosevelt, the first Defense or the Department of Veterans Af- American Nobel laureate, whose Peace Prize fairs as their health care provider. This would today occupies a place of honor in the West enhance quality and continuity of care and Wing of the White House. prevent duplication of services and costs. Tomorrow I’ll meet with the newest recipi- Several provisions in the Act purport to ent of that prize, Secretary-General Kofi require congressional approval before execu- Annan. Several other Nobel laureates have tive branch execution of aspects of the bill. visited the White House this year: Nelson My Administration will interpret such provi- Mandela, the Dalai Lama, Shimon Peres. sions to require notification only, since any These folks come from different regions other interpretation would contradict the Su- of the world, but the Nobel Foundation is preme Court ruling in INS v. Chadha. never limited by region or culture. The George W. Bush standard is a universal one. It is awarded to The White House, men and women who have served the highest November 26, 2001. aspirations of humanity and have done so with success. Many awards recognize excel- NOTE: H.R. 2620, approved November 26, was lence; the Nobel Foundation recognizes assigned Public Law No. 107–73. greatness. So much of human progress depends on Remarks Honoring the United States achievements in medicine, physics, chem- Nobel Laureates istry, economics, literature, and peace. The annual selection of the laureates expresses a November 27, 2001 profound optimism about humanity and our Ambassador, thank you very much. Wel- prospects for improvement. This optimism come. Dr. Marburger, thanks for putting this was captured by William Faulkner, when ac- on. We’re so honored that so many great cepting his Nobel Prize a half century ago. Americans have shown up today. Laura and ‘‘I believe,’’ he said, ‘‘that man will not mere- I are thrilled to not only greet you but host ly endure, he will prevail. He is immortal, a reception after this brief dialog. not because he alone amongst creatures has I want to welcome all the Nobel laureates, an inexhaustible voice but because he has a past and present. I want to thank Members soul, a spirit capable of compassion, sacrifice, of the Congress for being here. I want to and endurance.’’ thank members of my Cabinet for coming. Each of you, in your own field of excel- And I am grateful that family and friends lence, has carried forward that same belief have joined such a distinguished crowd. in human progress. You’ve achieved great- As the Ambassador said, for a century now ness through service to others. You have the Nobel Prize has recognized human striv- been given great gifts, and you’ve used them ing and accomplishment. Since 1901 more to your fullest. than 700 Nobel Prizes have been awarded, Our Nation is proud of the work each of and a third of those to Americans. you have done. We’re proud to count you Standing with me are seven of those who as fellow citizens. We thank you for bringing have been selected this year. Among their credit to our country and great benefit to achievements are pathbreaking discoveries in mankind. 1716 Nov. 27 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2001

And now, Laura and I would like to invite procedural, enforceable at law by a party you all into the foyer for a reception. against the United States, its agencies, offi- God bless. cers, employees, or any other person.

NOTE: The President spoke at 1:20 p.m. in the George W. Bush East Room at the White House. In his remarks, The White House, he referred to Swedish Ambassador to the U.S. November 27, 2001. Jan Eliasson; John H. Marburger III, Director, Office of Science and Technology Policy; 2001 [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, Nobel laureates Eric A. Cornell, Wolfgang 8:45 a.m., November 28, 2001] Ketterle, and Carl E. Wieman (Physics), William S. Knowles (Chemistry), Leland H. Hartwell NOTE: This Executive order was published in the (Physiology or Medicine), George A. Akerlof, A. Federal Register on November 29. Michael Spence, and Joseph E. Stiglitz (Economic Sciences), and United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan (Peace); former President Nelson Remarks Following Discussions With Mandela of South Africa, 1993 Nobel Peace lau- reate; and Foreign Minister Shimon Peres of Secretary-General Kofi Annan of the Israel, 1994 Nobel Peace laureate. United Nations November 28, 2001 Executive Order 13236—Waiver of President Bush. It’s my honor to welcome Dual Compensation Provisions of the back to the White House our friend Sec- Central Intelligence Agency retary-General Kofi Annan. Today we’ve had Retirement Act of 1964 a valuable discussion about how to make sure November 27, 2001 that the good intentions of America and oth- ers around the world are met, and those in- By the authority vested in me as President tentions have to do with feeding people who by the Constitution and the laws of the starve in Afghanistan. United States of America, including section Prior to September the 11th, there was a 292 of the Central Intelligence Agency Re- lot of hunger in that country, primarily be- tirement Act of 1964, as amended (50 U.S.C. cause it was run by a government that didn’t 2141), and in order to conform the Central really care about the human condition. After Intelligence Agency Retirement and Dis- September the 11th, obviously, the war has ability System to the Civil Service Retire- aggravated the situation, and as I declared ment and Disability System, it is hereby or- to the American people, our good Govern- dered as follows: ment and our great Nation is going to do Section 1. The Director of Central Intel- something about it. ligence may waive the application of the dual And around the table today are people compensation reduction provisions of sec- who are responsible to making sure, as best tions 271 and 273 of the Central Intelligence as they possibly can, food is delivered and Agency Retirement Act (50 U.S.C. 2111 and medicine is delivered and clothing is deliv- 2113) for an employee serving on a tem- ered to innocent, hurting people of Afghani- porary basis, but only if, and for so long as, stan. And the Secretary-General has been so the authority is necessary due to an emer- great on this issue, and he’s assembled a won- gency involving a direct threat to life or prop- derful team who are here to brief the Sec- erty or other unusual circumstances. Em- retary of State and myself about the efforts. ployees who receive both salary and annuity The degree of difficulty is high. There’s pursuant to this authority may not earn addi- no question we’ve got a large task ahead of tional retirement benefits during this period ourselves. We’ve got ample money, and the of employment. This authority may be dele- United States Government has been a major gated as appropriate. contributor of that money. We’ve got the Sec. 2. Nothing contained in this order food. The fundamental question is, in an en- is intended to create, nor does it create, any vironment that is not very secure, how do right, benefit, or privilege, substantive or we get the food to the people? And that’s Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 / Nov. 28 1717 what we’re working on. And I’m convinced and form a broadbased government that will that we can do a very good job of meeting be loyal to the Afghan people and respect that objective. its international obligations. And if they do So, Mr. General, thanks for coming. It’s that, from all the commitments that I have an honor to have you back. I appreciate you heard from the President and other leaders, bringing your team with you. the resources will be there over the period, Secretary-General Annan. Thank you in a sustained manner, to help rebuild Af- very much, Mr. President, for the discussions ghanistan. this morning with my team. So I urge them to seize the moment for The Afghan people have suffered for quite the sake of their people and for the sake of a long time through a series of wars and, re- their country. cently, drought. And we’ve been trying to get President Bush. Thank you, Mr. General. food to them, and as the President said, it’s not always been easy. Even sometimes when NOTE: The President spoke at 10:51 a.m. in the we have the food in the country, we cannot Roosevelt Room at the White House. In his re- marks, the Secretary-General referred to U.N. always get it to the needy. Special Representative for Afghanistan Lakhdar We are now, with the help of the U.S. and Brahimi. A tape was not available for verification other donors, able to get in as much food of the content of these remarks. as we think we will need. But because of the insecurity, we have difficulties reaching the needy and the people, and we are work- Remarks Following Discussions With ing on that. And I hope the situation will President Jose Maria Aznar of Spain clarify in the not-too-distant future to allow and an Exchange With Reporters us to reach all those in need. November 28, 2001 I think it is important for the public to know the numbers we are dealing with, and President Bush. It’s my honor to welcome here I’m talking about refugees, Afghan refu- a friend of mine and a friend of our country, gees in the neighboring countries, particu- the President of Spain, to the White House. larly Pakistan and Iran, and the internally dis- Jose Maria was on the phone early, right after placed people. We are talking about 6 million September the 11th. He assured me that he needy people—between 6 million to 7.5 mil- would cooperate in any way possible in our lion. We are going to do our best, with the mutual desire to fight terror. And he has support that we are getting. lived up to his word, and for that, I am grate- And I think, on the political front, if I may ful. say a word, we are meeting the Afghan par- I asked nations to join us in bringing peo- ties in Bonn. Mr. Brahimi is discussing with ple to justice who are evil, who don’t respect them as we sit here. And so far, they’re off the law, and this President responded. Re- to a good start. The parties seem to want cently, Spain has arrested Al Qaida members a broadbased government, and I hope they and has shared information about those Al will be able to settle this—the establishment Qaida members, and it’s incredibly helpful. of the government—before they leave Bonn. And for that, Mr. President, the American The willingness of the U.S. and other people are very grateful. And in our meetings donor countries and the international com- today I assured the President that our Nation munity is clear, to work with them in rebuild- would help Spain in any way possible to fight ing their society. But we need a partner, and terror. And Mr. President, you’ve got that the partner has to be an effective Afghan assurance. Government that is cohesive, that is stable, So it’s a great honor—un honor para mi that will work with the donor community to para decir a mi amigo, bienvenidos a los ensure that the resources that are being ap- Estados Unidos. plied to rehabilitation and reconstruction is President Aznar. Dear President Bush, used effectively. may I thank you for your invitation. It is, in- The challenge is theirs. They have an his- deed, a great honor and tremendous satisfac- toric opportunity to put the past behind them tion for me to visit the White House. 1718 Nov. 28 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2001

We have very fond memories of the visit the differences aren’t that big. Any good that you made to us in Spain last June, and package must be stimulative in effect and, we recall your commitment and your words at the same time, take care of displaced work- of support to Spain’s fight against terrorism. ers. There’s agreement on that. They just And several months later, we have managed now have got to work out the details, and to see this solidarity; this alliance is a two- I hope they’re able to do so. way alliance. Spain supports, has supported, and will Detained Spanish Nationals support all the United States’ efforts to track Q. Mr. President, according to The New down, to eradicate, and to eliminate ter- York Times, 13 Spanish nationals are being rorism wherever it may be worldwide. We held in the United States in relation to the intend to maintain and, if necessary, attacks on the Twin Towers. Did you speak strengthen our political commitment, our co- about that to President Bush? operation in the area of intelligence and se- President Aznar. No. curity and information-sharing, and if need be, to commit military forces to that battle. Airport and Airline Security Our battle is a battle for the same ideas, Q. Mr. President, how can you assure the for the same freedoms, for the same society American people safety in the skies, given and civilizations, and we will share all those that your Transportation Secretary now efforts as long as is necessary to combat. The thinks it may be impossible to meet that ini- only fate that awaits terrorists is defeat, and tial deadline for screening baggage? the only option for terrorists is going to be President Bush. David [David Gregory, brought to justice. NBC News], we’re doing everything we can Thank you. to meet the deadline. And we’re doing every- President Bush. Tenemos hambre, y por thing we can to make sure that the American eso, solamente cuatros preguntas. Dos de la people feel safe. And one way we’re doing prensa de la Estados Unidos, dos de la prensa it is to have guardsmen at the airports over de Espana, por favor. Four questions, two the Christmas holidays. Another way to do from the American press, two from Spanish it is to have the planes full of air marshals. press, because we’re hungry; we’ve got a big And finally, obviously, we need to expedite meal. [Laughter] the ability for us to inspect baggage, and we’re doing everything we can to do that. Legislative Agenda Q. Yes, sir. Do you support suspending the Military Tribunals/Extradition payroll tax as a compromise on the stimulus? Q. Did you discuss the military tribunals President Bush. The question is, do I sup- with regard to extradition—— port providing a credit on the payroll tax? President Bush. Military tribunals was Q. Correct. the question. President Bush. The Domenici idea in President Aznar. I said at the beginning the Senate? Here’s what I support: I support of this press conference that political co- the Senate coming together and getting a bill operation between Spain and the United moving as quickly as possible, so that we can States is full on this issue. And I just reiterate get it to conference and get the differences that and also say that cooperation between resolved. The Senate must pass a stimulus the United States and Spain, Spain and the package. The American people expect them United States, is also full as regards Spain’s to do so; I expect them to do so. own terrorism problem. And I think that is I had a good conversation today with Sen- the most important point to bear in mind. ator Daschle and Senator Lott on this very You asked about the extradition of the Al subject and urged them to get the business Qaida members in Spain. Can I just say that done—get the appropriations bills passed, to if and when the United States requests that get a stimulus package passed, and then go extradition, we will study the issue. Can I home and enjoy the Christmas vacation. And also say that the United States is free to orga- I hope they do so. There are differences, but nize its own jurisdiction as it sees fit, as a Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 / Nov. 28 1719 free and democratic country. Any action are delivering American food to the hungry taken on the extradition issue will be taken in Afghanistan. Those rations say, ‘‘A gift with full respect of Spanish and United from the people of the United States.’’ This States law. gift is made possible by the farmers in our We are also working on this issue at the country, and I want to thank you for it. European Union level, and we do hope to The farmers represent and preserve the reach agreement on that issue in the very values of our Nation: hard work, risktaking, near future. love of the land. I always like to say people President Bush. Thank you all. Thank who own their own land understand the ne- you. cessity to be good stewards; every day is Earth Day if you own your own land. The NOTE: The President spoke at 11:55 a.m. in the farmers represent love of family and love of Rose Garden at the White House. President Aznar our country. And farming is our first industry, spoke in Spanish, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. the industry that feeds us, that clothes us and, increasingly, provides our energy. As Andy mentioned, I was the Governor Remarks to the Farm Journal Forum of the State of Texas; it happens to be the November 28, 2001 second largest agricultural State in the coun- try. I understand how tough it is to make Well, thank you so very much for that a living on the farm. I understand how much warm welcome. And it is great to be here hard work goes into making the land produc- with the farmers and ranchers and research- tive. And I understand how valuable an asset ers and business leaders who make America land is and how important it is that it stay the most innovative and most productive from one generation to the next. And that’s farm nation in the world. why I’m glad to have signed a law that is I am somewhat nostalgic for our place in sending the death tax on its way to extinction. Crawford. But I’ve been a little busy lately. Today, our Nation is challenged by a great [Laughter] I want to thank you for the oppor- conflict. We face new threats, and they re- tunity to speak about the future of agriculture quire a fight on many fronts, both overseas and the future of our economy, because they and here at home. After September the 11th, both begin with your work. I want to thank I vowed to the world that we would bring Andy for providing this opportunity for me to justice those who killed innocent women to come and speak. and children and men here in America. I also And I want to thank our Secretary of Agri- said that any nation that harbored a terrorist, culture for doing such a fine job of not only that aided a terrorist, that abetted a terrorist representing farmers and ranchers here at would be held accountable, and that’s exactly home but doing a fine job of making sure what’s taking place today. Thanks to our mili- our farmers and ranchers are heard overseas, tary, thanks to friends and allies, we are de- as well. She and Bob Zoellick went to Doha. stroying the Taliban military, and we’re de- I told them, no longer are we going to treat stroying the camps that terrorists use to plan our farmers as trading commodities. Agri- attacks on nations such as America. culture is the cornerstone of our economy, We’re meeting our goals in Afghanistan. and our international agreements must re- After all, our allies now control most of the flect that. And so, Madam Secretary, thank country. One of the objectives I laid out in you for your hard work in Doha. I appreciate front of Congress is that we would rescue it very much. those who were held, detained against their The success of agriculture contributes to will. And so I had the honor last Monday the strength of this Nation. It is in our na- of welcoming two young Baylor graduates to tional interests, in our national security inter- the White House, part of the humanitarian ests that we have a strong farm economy. rescue mission that we pulled off success- And the farmers of America contribute to the fully. values of our Nation and to the generosity As I mentioned, we’re feeding the hungry of our Nation. As we speak, trucks and planes and providing medicine and clothes to those 1720 Nov. 28 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 poor, suffering, innocent citizens of Afghani- hard-earned money so they can spend it, and stan. And we’re after Al Qaida. The evil ones not the Government. think they can hide. They think they can run. And at the same time, in order to address But they’re learning that this is a patient na- an economic slowdown, we brought sorely tion, a nation that is determined to smoke needed fiscal discipline to Washington, DC, them out and to bring them to justice. And that we fought for and got a budget that was that’s exactly what we’re going to do. realistic, that didn’t grow way beyond the I also recognize that we’ve got a war here means of our Government. And by the end on the homefront. And it’s important for the of summer, the economy was beginning to American people to know that their Govern- stabilize. ment is doing everything we possibly can to Yet the terrorist attack of September the disrupt and deny the enemy, that we take 11th, no question, dealt our economy a seri- every threat seriously, that we run down ous blow. So while we fight our enemies and every lead, that we’re on full alert. The thing states that harbor terrorism and while we de- I’m most proud of is that the American peo- fend our homeland and our airways, we must ple will not be intimidated by the evil ones, take further action to strengthen our econ- that they understand that the intent of the omy. Americans know our economy was tar- Al Qaida murderers was to freeze our Nation geted for terror—by terror. And they’re ask- in place. But they don’t understand America ing us to fight back, and we must. like I do. America is resolved. We are united. These are incredibly tough times for some And we will not relent until we make sure of our fellow Americans. Some have lost their that those who believe they can harm our jobs. Some have had their hours curtailed. Many have seen their savings shrink, and Government and our friends are brought to small businesses are struggling just to stay justice, whether it be in Afghanistan or any in business. We’re facing tough times, but other place they hide. if we act quickly, I’m confident we can grow I said, when this war first started, that the our economy. farther away we get from September the On October the 5th, 7 weeks ago, I asked 11th, the more likely it is people will forget Congress to send me an economic stimulus that there are evil ones in the world who want package, and I outlined the principles that to destroy our country, what we stand for. should guide the plan. First, any plan must And that may be the case amongst some. But help displaced workers. Any plan must recog- that’s not what I’ve seen in America. This nize that folks have been severely hurt by Nation is resolved to do whatever it takes, the attack on September the 11th, and we in whatever theater is necessary, to make must help them. sure that civilization itself remains intact, to Secondly, the plan should speed up the make sure that our children and our grand- individual income tax cuts Congress ap- children can grow up in a world that is free proved last May. The sooner rates come and peaceful. It is the calling of our time, down, the faster our economy will rise. The and it’s a calling that we accept. And we’re plan should provide tax relief for low- and going to win. I view this as a fight between moderate-income workers to help them good and evil, and good will always prevail. through these tough times. The plan should We also have difficulties here on the allow companies and entrepreneurs to de- homefront because of our economic situa- duct the cost of new investments more quick- tion. Statistics recently showed that shortly ly, to encourage businesses to grow and to after I was sworn in as President, our econ- create job opportunities for Americans. And omy was slow and had been slowing for a the plan should reform the corporate income while. I made the case—and fortunately, tax to do away with the alternative minimum Congress listened—that a slow economy re- tax, a tax that pushes tax rates up at exactly quired immediate action when it came to tax the moment when corporate America’s prof- relief, and they delivered. That’s an impor- its are going down. tant part of making sure that we generate The House of Representatives acted on a growth, is to let people keep more of their stimulus bill, but it seems to be stuck in the Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 / Nov. 28 1721

Senate. It is important for the Senate not to Doha with excellent news for American look for ways to spend new money but to farmers. American farmers too often lose look for ways to create new jobs. And so I markets or suffer low prices because of unfair ask the Senate leadership to work out their export subsidies. The Doha Declaration calls differences and pass an economic stimulus for reducing export subsidies and, ultimately, plan, so they can get it in conference and phasing them out. For too long, the agricul- get a bill to my desk as quickly as possible. tural market has been rigged against farmers The American people expect it, and I expect who play fair. Doha shows the way toward it. a more level playing field. That’s good news This country is waiting for action. And in for the world’s hungry; it’s good news for the the time that we have been waiting, more world’s most productive food producers, the than 415,000 workers have lost their jobs. American farmers. Further delay could put more Americans and We’ve got a good stimulus bill, a sound more families at risk. So let’s move. Let’s get energy plan, and it’s important to have a good the job done. farm bill, too. A good farm bill should keep I also want to improve our homeland secu- the safety net under our food producers, rity and our economy by having a national without misleading our farmers into overpro- energy plan. I want to thank the Farm Jour- ducing crops that are already in oversupply nal Forum for emphasizing the importance by increasing loan rates. A good farm bill of ethanol and biofuels. These fuels are should help farmers help themselves with gentle on the environment. They are fuels farm savings accounts. These accounts would that can be renewed year after year and fuels help farmers set aside money in good years that can expand our farm economy. These to sustain them in hard times. A good farm fuels are made right here in America, so they bill should promote responsible stewardship can’t be threatened by any foreign power. of America’s farms and ranchers by pro- Ethanol and biofuels are fuels of the future moting conservation on working lands. A for this country. good farm bill should honor our trade obliga- Since the beginning of my administration, tions, as we expect our competitors to honor I have strongly supported ethanol and their obligations. And a good farm bill should biofuels. And the energy plan I sent to Con- be generous but affordable. It should honor gress back in the spring supports biofuels. the budget limits that Congress has agreed The House passed an energy plan. Now it’s to live by. time for the Senate to act and pass an energy You know, we’ve learned a lot about our plan. It’s in our national security interests to country since September the 11th. We’ve do so. I look forward to signing a national learned that our people are strong, that our energy bill. military is very good at what it does, and that I’m also ready to sign trade promotion au- our country’s heart has never been more gen- thority, to open up markets for American in- erous and good. And we have much to mourn dustry and American farmers. This authority and much to rebuild, but much to be grateful sends an unmistakable signal to our trading for. partners that the Congress and the adminis- Just a few days ago we gave thanks for tration are united on trade. The House will God’s bounty to America. But we should soon vote on trade promotion authority. I never forget that it takes the hard toil on the hope you’ll join me in pressing for its passage land to turn that bounty into the food we and, in the process, helping to restore U.S. eat and that we share with the world’s hungry leadership in support of free trade. our bounty. We should never forget who U.S. leadership matters. We recently does that toil. It’s the American farmer and helped bring China into the World Trade Or- the American rancher. May God bless you all, and may God bless ganization, and that is good for American America. farmers. It is in our interests, in our agricul- tural interests to help feed China. NOTE: The President spoke at 1:32 p.m. in the We helped start a new world trade round Grand Ballroom at the JW Marriott. In his re- in Doha. Our negotiators came back from marks, he referred to Andrew Webber, president 1722 Nov. 28 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 and chief executive officer, Farm Journal; and res- statutory reporting requirements impose an cued humanitarian aid workers Heather Mercer excessive burden on executive branch agen- and Dayna Curry. cies. In particular, I am concerned that some of the reports reinstated by H.R. 1042 are Statement on the Commissioning of either obsolete or duplicative of other report- ing requirements. My Administration will the Caspian Pipeline Consortium continue to work with the Congress to re- November 28, 2001 duce the burden created by unnecessary stat- utory reporting requirements through the I congratulate Russia, Kazakhstan, and elimination of these unnecessary require- Oman, and their consortium partners for the ments, while respecting the oversight respon- commissioning of the Caspian Pipeline Con- sibilities of the Congress. sortium (CPC). U.S. firms, notably ChevronTexaco and ExxonMobil, have George W. Bush played leading roles in this project. These fa- cilities represent the culmination of years of The White House, effort. They are examples to the world that November 28, 2001. the United States, Russia, and Kazakhstan are cooperating to build prosperity and sta- NOTE: H.R. 1042, approved November 28, was bility in this part of the world. assigned Public Law No. 107–74. The CPC highlights the important progress by countries in the Caspian region in building a transparent and stable environ- Statement on Signing the Internet ment for international trade and investment. Tax Nondiscrimination Act The CPC project also advances my adminis- November 28, 2001 tration’s National Energy Policy by devel- oping a network of multiple Caspian pipe- Today I am pleased to sign into law H.R. lines that also includes the Baku-Tbilisi- 1552, which will ensure that the growth of Ceyhan, Baku-Supsa, and Baku-Novorossiysk the Internet is not slowed by additional tax- oil pipelines and the Baku-Tbilisi-Erzurum ation. gas pipeline. These projects will help diver- The Internet is an innovative force that en- sify U.S. energy supply and enhance our en- ables such applications as distance learning ergy security, while supporting global eco- and precision farming. Government must do nomic growth. its part to make access to these services af- fordable. It should not raise costs through additional taxation. Statement on Signing Legislation To Extending the moratorium is particularly Prevent the Elimination of Certain important during this crucial holiday shop- Legislatively Mandated Executive ping season. Online spending is estimated to Branch Reports account for over 15 percent of total holiday November 28, 2001 purchases this year. H.R. 1522 will keep ac- cess to e-commerce services affordable. This Today I have signed into law H.R. 1042, law will be a big help to those Americans an Act to prevent the scheduled elimination who shop from home because they are un- of certain legislatively mandated executive able to travel to stores and malls. branch reports. This legislation restores 29 statutory reporting requirements that expired George W. Bush last year, pursuant to the Federal Reports Elimination and Sunset Act of 1995. I sign The White House, this legislation in deference to the Congress’ November 28, 2001. determination that the reports are necessary to fulfilling its oversight responsibilities. But NOTE: H.R. 1552, approved November 28, was I remain concerned that many of the existing assigned Public Law No. 107–75. Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 / Nov. 28 1723

Statement on Signing the Statement on Signing the Agriculture, Rural Development, Departments of Commerce, Justice, Food and Drug Administration, and and State, the Judiciary, and Related Related Agencies Appropriations Agencies Appropriations Act, 2002 Act, 2002 November 28, 2001 November 28, 2001 Today I have signed into law H.R. 2500, Today I have signed into law H.R. 2330, the ‘‘Department of Commerce, Justice, the ‘‘Agriculture, Rural Development, Food State, the Judiciary, and Related Agencies and Drug Administration and Related Agen- Appropriations Act, 2002.’’ cies Appropriations Act, 2002.’’ I appreciate the bipartisan effort that has I appreciate the bipartisan effort that has gone into producing this Act. The bill abides gone into producing this Act. The Act abides by the agreed upon aggregate funding level by the agreed upon aggregate funding level for Fiscal Year 2002 of $686 billion and sup- for Fiscal Year 2002 of $686 billion. It pro- ports several of my Administration’s key ini- vides for several important programs with tiatives including: significant national benefits by: • $100 million to support a backlog elimi- • fully funding the current participation nation initiative to achieve a universal rate for the key nutrition program for 6-month processing standard for all im- women, infants, and children; migration applications; • supporting Department of Agriculture • 570 additional Immigration and Natu- (USDA) food safety activities, including ralization Service agents to protect our providing 7,600 meat and poultry in- Northern and Southern borders; spectors; and • $50 million grant program in the Office • redirecting USDA research to provide of Justice Programs to aid counties new emphasis in key areas such as bio- along the Southwestern border with technology, the development of new ag- their costs of detaining and prosecuting ricultural products, and improved pro- drug cases referred to them by Federal tection against emerging exotic plant law enforcement agents; and animal diseases, as well as crop and • $50 million for drug courts, which pro- animal pests. vide a supervised treatment alternative A number of provisions contained in the to prison sentences for non-violent drug bill purport to restrict executive branch exe- possession offenders, to enable Federal cution of programs that are funded in the assistance to over 120 new or existing bill. Where such provisions contradict the drug court programs. To date, over Supreme Court ruling in INS v. Chadha, 57,000 offenders have completed drug their intent will be interpreted as advisory court programs, and their recidivism only. rate is much lower than that of com- I appreciate that the Congress has worked parable offenders; expeditiously during this difficult and trying • $15 million for grants to create commu- time in our Nation’s history to consider the nity-based task forces for reducing FY 2002 appropriations bills. Through a re- youth violence and to assist State and newed sense of bipartisanship, the Congress local prosecution of firearms offenses, and my Administration must work together and $9 million for the U.S. Attorneys to ensure the timely enactment of the re- to hire dedicated prosecutors who will maining bills. appropriately prosecute juvenile gun of- George W. Bush fenders and those who supply them with guns; The White House, • November 28, 2001. $20 million to assist State and local law enforcement agencies with the costs as- NOTE: H.R. 2330, approved November 28, was sociated with methamphetamine lab- assigned Public Law No. 107–76. oratory clean-up; and 1724 Nov. 28 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2001

• $5 million for a faith-based prison pre- among other things, will enable me to take release pilot project to reduce the rate actions to protect U.S. nationals from the at which ex-offenders are returned to purported jurisdiction of the treaty. prison through intensive counseling and In addition, several other provisions of the family and community transition in- bill unconstitutionally constrain my authority struction. regarding the conduct of diplomacy and my In addition, at this critical time, when we authority as Commander-in-Chief. I will are mounting a world-wide effort to defeat apply these provisions consistent with my terrorism, I appreciate that this bill provides constitutional responsibilities. significant new funding for our Federal law George W. Bush enforcement agencies in the Department of Justice, our diplomatic operations overseas, The White House, and for enhanced embassy security. November 28, 2001. I note that Section 612 of the bill sets forth NOTE: H.R. 2500, approved November 28, was certain requirements regarding the organiza- assigned Public Law No. 107–77. tion of the Department of Justice’s efforts to combat terrorism. This provision raises separation of powers concerns by improperly Executive Order 13237—Creation of and unnecessarily impinging upon my au- the President’s Council on Bioethics thority as President to direct the actions of November 28, 2001 the Executive Branch and its employees. I therefore will construe the provision to avoid By the authority vested in me as President constitutional difficulties and preserve the by the Constitution and the laws of the separation of powers required by the Con- United States of America, it is hereby or- stitution. dered as follows: Section 626 would require the President Section 1. Establishment. There is estab- to submit a legislative proposal to establish lished the President’s Council on Bioethics a program for the compensation of victims (the ‘‘Council’’). of international terrorism. I will apply this Sec. 2. Mission. provision consistent with my constitutional (a) The Council shall advise the President responsibilities. In addition, subsection (c) of on bioethical issues that may emerge as a that section purports to remove Iran’s immu- consequence of advances in biomedical nity from suit in a case brought by the 1979 science and technology. In connection with Tehran hostages in the District Court for the its advisory role, the mission of the Council District of Columbia. To the maximum ex- includes the following functions: tent permitted by applicable law, the Execu- (1) to undertake fundamental inquiry tive Branch will act, and encourage the into the human and moral signifi- courts to act, with regard to Subsection cance of developments in biomedical 626(c) of the bill in a manner consistent with and behavioral science and tech- the obligations of the United States under nology; the Algiers Accords that achieved the release (2) to explore specific ethical and policy of U.S. hostages in 1981. questions related to these develop- Section 630 prohibits the use of appro- ments; priated funds for cooperation with, or assist- (3) to provide a forum for a national dis- ance or other support to, the International cussion of bioethical issues; Criminal Court (ICC) or its Preparatory (4) to facilitate a greater understanding Commission. While section 630 clearly re- of bioethical issues; and flects that Congress agrees with my Adminis- (5) to explore possibilities for useful tration that it is not in the interests of the international collaboration on bioeth- United States to become a party to the ICC ical issues. treaty, I must note that this provision must (b) In support of its mission, the Council be applied consistent with my constitutional may study ethical issues connected with spe- authority in the area of foreign affairs, which, cific technological activities, such as embryo Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 / Nov. 28 1725 and stem cell research, assisted reproduction, (b) The President shall designate a mem- cloning, uses of knowledge and techniques ber of the Council to serve as Chairperson. derived from human genetics or the neuro- (c) The term of office of a member shall sciences, and end of life issues. The Council be 2 years, and members shall be eligible may also study broader ethical and social for reappointment. Members may continue issues not tied to a specific technology, such to serve after the expiration of their terms as questions regarding the protection of until the President appoints a successor. A human subjects in research, the appropriate member appointed to fill a vacancy shall uses of biomedical technologies, the moral serve only for the unexpired term of such implications of biomedical technologies, and vacancy. the consequences of limiting scientific re- Sec. 4. Administration. search. (a) Upon the request of the Chairperson, (c) The Council shall strive to develop a the heads of executive departments and deep and comprehensive understanding of agencies shall, to the extent permitted by law, the issues that it considers. In pursuit of this provide the Council with information it goal, the Council shall be guided by the need needs for purposes of carrying out its func- to articulate fully the complex and often com- tions. peting moral positions on any given issue, (b) The Council may conduct inquiries, rather than by an overriding concern to find hold hearings, and establish subcommittees, consensus. The Council may therefore as necessary. choose to proceed by offering a variety of (c) The Council is authorized to conduct views on a particular issue, rather than at- analyses and develop reports or other mate- tempt to reach a single consensus position. rials. (d) Members of the Council may be com- (d) The Council shall not be responsible pensated to the extent permitted by Federal for the review and approval of specific law for their work on the Council. Members projects or for devising and overseeing regu- may be allowed travel expenses, including lations for specific government agencies. per diem in lieu of subsistence, as authorized (e) In support of its mission, the Council by law for persons serving intermittently in may accept suggestions of issues for consider- Government service (5 U.S.C. 5701–5707), ation from the heads of other Government to the extent funds are available. agencies and other sources, as it deems ap- (e) To the extent permitted by law, and propriate. subject to the availability of appropriations, (f) In establishing priorities for its activi- the Department of Health and Human Serv- ties, the Council shall consider the urgency ices shall provide the Council with adminis- and gravity of the particular issue; the need trative support and with such funds as may for policy guidance and public education on be necessary for the performance of the the particular issue; the connection of the Council’s functions. bioethical issue to the goal of Federal ad- (f) The Council shall have a staff headed vancement of science and technology; and by an Executive Director, who shall be ap- the existence of another entity available to pointed by the Secretary of Health and deliberate appropriately on the bioethical Human Services in consultation with the issue. Chairperson. To the extent permitted by law, Sec. 3. Membership. office space, analytical support, and addi- (a) The Council shall be composed of not tional staff support for the Council shall be more than 18 members appointed by the provided by the Department of Health and President from among individuals who are Human Services or other executive branch not officers or employees of the Federal Gov- departments and agencies as directed by the ernment. The Council shall include members President. drawn from the fields of science and medi- Sec. 5. General Provisions. cine, law and government, philosophy and (a) Insofar as the Federal Advisory Com- theology, and other areas of the humanities mittee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. App.), may and social sciences. apply to the Council, any functions of the 1726 Nov. 28 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2001

President under that Act, except that of re- I want to welcome the new U.S. attorneys. porting to the Congress, shall be performed I want to congratulate you. I must tell you by the Secretary of Health and Human Serv- that we set a high standard, and you met it. ices in accordance with the guidelines that And for that, I hope you’re proud. And I am have been issued by the Administrator of grateful that you are willing to serve the General Services. country, particularly at this time. (b) The Council shall terminate 2 years I know you know this, but I want to remind from the date of this order unless extended you that you have got a significant commit- by the President prior to that date. ment to the security and safety of the Amer- (c) This order is intended only to improve ican people. We all do. That’s our job, and the internal management of the executive it’s a job we will keep. branch and it is not intended to create any The security and safety of our people was right, benefit, trust, or responsibility, sub- threatened before September the 11th. In stantive or procedural, enforceable at law or many neighborhoods, there’s too much gun equity by a party against the United States, violence in America. Despite all the progress its agencies, its officers, or any person. against crime, teenagers—almost as many George W. Bush teenagers die from gunshot wounds as from all natural causes combined. And that’s not The White House, right, and we are going to do something November 28, 2001. about it. [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, We must help people reclaim their neigh- 10:19 a.m., November 29, 2001] borhoods and their streets. We must help those who want to live in a comfortable envi- NOTE: This Executive order was published in the Federal Register on November 30. ronment feel safe. That’s one of our primary jobs. And so I proposed a program called Project Safe Neighborhoods. And you have Remarks to the United States a clear charge to fight gun violence in Amer- Attorneys Conference ica. November 29, 2001 U.S. Attorneys will work with State and local authorities in an all-out campaign, in Well, John, thank you very much for those a focused and vigorous effort to cut gun kind words. And I appreciate your strong crime. By September of this year—of next leadership. It is a principled leadership; it is year, 2002, we hope to have 200 new attor- a steady leadership; and it is a leadership that neys hired to prosecute crimes committed is good for America. with a gun, 200 new attorneys to help you I guess we call you General. [Laughter] stay focused on an important mission, which That means you all are in the Army. [Laugh- is the safety of our citizens. ter] And I am glad you are. Investigators will have the best training I also want to thank Larry Thompson for and the latest technology available. We want his good work. Thank you for being here, to enhance the technology so we can find Larry. And where’s Al Gonzales, who is my— those, track those, communicate better with Al led the effort to scour the country for the each other to bring people to justice who best to serve as U.S. attorneys, and I appre- commit a crime with a gun. ciate his hard work. And I suspect you new We’ll improve data-sharing and criminal U.S. attorneys appreciate his hard work, as recordkeeping to ensure that people who well. [Laughter] shouldn’t have guns don’t get them. We’ve But Al has been my lawyer for a long time got to prevent those people who want to use and was a lawyer for the State of Texas and guns to hurt our fellow citizens from getting was a judge for the State of Texas. And he them in the first place. is a pretty special guy, and I’m glad he’s here And finally, we want to make sure that the in Washington with me. And I’m glad you Federal Government works more closely all are here, as well. Thank you for coming. with communities and community-based I want to welcome you here. programs and faith-based groups to steer our Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 / Nov. 29 1727 children away from guns before they take a one of them to justice. That’s our calling. It’s life or lose their own. In other words, on the the calling of the 21st century, and it’s a call- one hand, I want you to be tough, and on ing that we will not tire for. It’s a calling that the other hand, I want you to rally the com- we will keep in our minds, and you must keep passionate, loving souls in neighborhoods it in your minds, because I can assure you who can teach children lessons from right, I’m going to keep it in mine. from wrong. The Government and the people are de- This is an important calling. The methods termined. And I have been able to travel our work in those cities where they’ve—we tried country some, and I know you can—if you a program that I just outlined; they work. were to report back to me, you would tell Statistics show it, and now we’ve got to make me you’ve seen the same determination and sure it exists all across the country. the same patience and the same unity to This is an important charge for you. It’s achieve this objective. I like to remind people one of your top priorities, because it’s one that the evil ones have roused a mighty na- of mine. We have got to send this message— tion, and they will pay a serious price. and I mean a clear message, an unambiguous Abroad, our military and our alliance is message—that if you illegally carry or use a making good progress—good, steady, signifi- gun, there is one consequence in America: cant progress. We’re disrupting their arrest and jail. The best way to make sure cashflows. We’re finding their bankers, and our neighborhoods are safe is to enforce the we’re shutting them down. laws on the books, and to the best of our And it’s not just America. There are a lot ability, we will give you more tools to do that. of other countries who have participated with The safety and security of America also us, and that’s heartening. We’ve got great in- faces a new threat, and that is the threat of telligence-sharing now, around the world. terror. It is the calling of our time to rid the I’ve been able to say to a lot of leaders, face world of terror. And it is the calling of our to face, ‘‘You tell us when they’re coming, time to protect the American people. and if we find out something about you, we’ll You know, it’s interesting—I can’t imagine let you know, too.’’ And that’s important. It’s what a speech like this would have been like important to know as much information as prior to September the 11th, but I doubt I possible about the enemy. It’s important to would have ever said, ‘‘You are now on the try to figure out where they hide and their frontline of war.’’ And that’s where you are. intentions. It helps to have a vast coalition And make no mistake about it, we’ve got a willing to share that kind of information. war here just like we’ve got a war abroad. And we’re bringing a lot of terrorists to And we have a huge responsibility, and that’s justice around the world, as well. I think to defend America while protecting our great we’ve arrested over 300—we, the coalition, liberties. And I’m confident you can do the has arrested over 350 Al Qaida members and job; otherwise, you wouldn’t be sitting here. terrorists. I was able to thank President Our enemies are resourceful, and they are Aznar of Spain this week, for arresting incredibly ruthless. They hide, and they plot, eight—eight terrorists, eight people who hate and they target freedom. They can’t stand freedom are now in jail, where they should what America stands for. It must bother be. And hopefully, they’ll give us some infor- them greatly to know we’re such a free and mation that we will share with other coalition wonderful place, a place where all religions members, to keep us all safe. can flourish, a place where women are free, And as we speak, we’re enforcing the doc- a place where children can be educated. It trine that makes it plain that not only do we must grate on them greatly, but that’s what seek the terrorists, but we also hold govern- we’re going to keep doing, because that’s ments that harbor them and feed them and what America is about. house them and hide them accountable for And we owe it to the American people. their behavior, as well. We owe it to our citizens, to the families, Afghanistan is the first overseas front in to be relentless and methodical in tracking this war against terror. And I’m pleased to down terrorists and bringing each and every report the military is performing really well. 1728 Nov. 29 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2001

In a short period of time, most of the country sibility. And we will tell the American people now is in the hands of our allies and friends. plainly, we will fulfill that responsibility. We’ve rescued the humanitarian aid workers. To meet that obligation, a wartime reorga- We’ve destroyed the Taliban military. nization is underway at the Justice Depart- They’re in total confusion. The Government ment. More investigators will go to frontlines. that used to hate women and not educate The Federal Government will work more its children and disrupt humanitarian sup- closely with State and local authorities, and plies and destroy religious symbols of other so will you. Agents will receive better training religions is now in rout. and new technology to help track and capture And we’ve got Al Qaida on the run, too. terrorists or those who support them. And Now, they think they can hide, but they can’t these changes are essential, and I want to hide for long. And they think they can run, thank the Attorney General and Director but they can’t run forever, because we will Mueller for beginning this transformation. patiently, diligently, pursue them until they I have also reserved the option of trial by are brought to justice. military commission for foreign terrorists And on the homefront, terrorist violence who wage war against our country. Non-citi- must be prevented and must be defeated, zens, non-U.S. citizens who plan and/or com- and it will be, with vigilance, aggressive in- mit mass murder are more than criminal sus- vestigation, and certain punishment. Already, pects. They are unlawful combatants who we’ve committed significant new resources seek to destroy our country and our way of to homeland security. We’ve improved our life. And if I determine that it is in the na- ability to detect and stop terrorist activity, tional security interest of our great land to but we’ve still got a lot of work to do. try by military commission those who make I’m pleased to report the culture of the war on America, then we will do so. We will FBI is changing; the people you’ll be working act with fairness, and we will deliver justice, with in the field is changing. Now, one in which is far more than the terrorists ever four employees of the FBI are directly in- grant to their innocent victims. volved with the efforts to track down every Ours is a great land, and we’ll always value lead and to disrupt the evil ones. And our freedom. We’re an open society. But we’re new investigations are moving forward. And at war. The enemy has declared war on us. as we do so, our laws are being enforced fair- And we must not let foreign enemies use the ly and in full. forums of liberty to destroy liberty, itself. We’ll hear from material witnesses. We’ll Foreign terrorists and agents must never give them a chance to participate in the war again be allowed to use our freedoms against against terror by telling us what they know. us. We will apply the immigration laws. We’re Many of you will play a crucial part in our interviewing people on a voluntary basis. victory against terrorism, and make no mis- We’re saying, ‘‘Welcome to America. You take, we’re going to win the war. Decisions have come to our country; why don’t you help important to millions of Americans will be make us safe? Why don’t you share informa- made in your offices. Your work in the cause tion with us? Why don’t you help us protect of justice will help ensure the security of this innocent people, women and children and Nation. And as you join this fight, you will men? Why don’t you help us value life? As honor the Constitution. You will not only you enjoy the freedoms of our country, help protect our people, but you will uphold our us protect those freedoms.’’ values. But there is no doubt about our intentions, Every Federal prosecutor has the unique and there shouldn’t be. Those who plot terror privilege of standing up in a court and telling and those who help them will be held ac- the judge that you are there on behalf of the countable in America. That’s what we’re United States. In a time of war, these words going to do. Protecting the innocent against are even more deeply felt, are even more violence is a solemn duty of this country. It significant. is our most important responsibility now. Yours is a great trust and one of the great And all of us in this room accept that respon- professions. Today you carry not only the Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 / Nov. 30 1729 confidence and respect of the American peo- Remarks at a Viewing of ‘‘Mark ple, but you carry our deep gratitude, as well. Twain Tonight’’ God bless. November 29, 2001

NOTE: The President spoke at 3:06 p.m. in Presi- Well, thank you all very much, and good dential Hall in the Dwight D. Eisenhower Execu- evening. Tonight we’ll see an extraordinary tive Office Building. In his remarks, he referred performer celebrating an extraordinary to Attorney General John Ashcroft, who intro- American life. And it is my honor to welcome duced the President; and President Jose Maria you all here. Aznar of Spain. I particularly want to welcome Dixie Carter. I want to thank the members of my Cabinet who are here. I want to thank the Statement on House of Members of the Congress who are here. I Representatives Action on the War want to say to the students, thank you for on Terrorism and Defense coming, and thank you for taking interest in Appropriations Legislation American literature. I want to thank your November 29, 2001 teachers, as well, and all the scholars who have studied the life and work of Mark The House of Representatives yesterday Twain. took a bold step to ensure that we fully fund It’s also my honor to introduce our host the war on terrorism. I commend the passage this evening. This performance helps mark of the Defense Appropriation and the com- the beginning of a series titled ‘‘A White mitment it embodies to ensure that, even in House Salute to American Authors.’’ Pro- war times, we be careful stewards of the tax- moting American writers is one of Laura’s, payers’ money. We will fully support our our First Lady’s, projects as well as an endur- troops in the field, provide the funds nec- ing commitment in all her life. essary to recover from the September 11th All America has seen her love of learning attacks, and spend whatever is necessary to and her love of literature. All of America has defend our homeland. The agreement I seen her grace and concern for children in reached with Congress in October provides a difficult time for our Nation. Our country sufficient funds to accomplish these goals at is blessed by her calm and compassion, and this time. I, therefore, urge the Senate to I am blessed by her encouragement and her pass the Defense Appropriation without add- love. ing unwise spending that is not currently nec- Laura Bush. essary. NOTE: The President spoke at 7 p.m. at Ford’s Theatre. In his remarks, he referred to entertainer Statement on House of Dixie Carter. The transcript released by the Office Representatives Action on Insurance of the Press Secretary also included the remarks Industry Terrorist Claims of the First Lady. Legislation November 29, 2001 Proclamation 7507—National Diabetes Month, 2001 I commend the House for taking an impor- November 29, 2001 tant step toward ensuring the continued availability of insurance for terrorist-related By the President of the United States acts and for ensuring that victims of terrorism of America don’t also become subjects of unfair lawsuits. Access to affordable insurance is necessary A Proclamation for a stable and productive economy where During the past century, we have made builders continue to build and investors con- significant progress in our fight against dis- tinue to invest. It is time for the Senate to ease. Through public health campaigns and focus on this important issue. aggressive research, we have eliminated polio 1730 Nov. 30 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 in the United States, reduced the harm of tions. The NDEP will also offer practical in- influenza outbreaks, and developed revolu- formation about preventing the cardio- tionary new medications that provide relief vascular complications of diabetes through and healing from many chronic and acute ill- the campaign, ‘‘Be Smart About Your Heart: nesses. However, effective treatments and The ABCs of Diabetes.’’ Medical research is cures to numerous other illnesses remain elu- providing exciting advances in our prevention sive and demand our continued attention and and treatment strategies for diabetes, and my resources. One of the most prevalent and dif- fiscal year 2002 budget reflects a significant ficult of these is diabetes, which currently increase in funding to continue the valuable afflicts more than 16 million Americans. diabetes research programs at the NIH. Diabetes can cause blindness, renal dis- I am confident that our Nation’s health ease, severe nerve damage, heart disease, care professionals, nurses, scientists, edu- strokes, and even death. This year approxi- cators, and volunteers will continue to pro- mately 800,000 men, women, and children vide quality care to those who currently suf- in the United States will develop diabetes, fer from diabetes, and, through their work, and health officials estimate that it will be we will one day find a cure for this terrible a contributing factor in almost 200,000 disease. On the observance of National Dia- deaths. The total economic cost for providing betes Month, we honor those who are work- medical treatment for diabetes patients and ing diligently to advance our knowledge and for disability and deaths related to the disease understanding of diabetes. We also recognize is approximately $100 billion a year. More the value of educating ourselves about health troubling are statistics indicating that more risks and the importance of healthy lifestyle than 5 million Americans are unaware of habits. their diabetic condition, seriously jeopard- Now, Therefore, I, George W. Bush, izing their long-term health and well-being. President of the United States of America, An additional 10 million citizens are at high- by virtue of the authority vested in me by risk of developing type 2 diabetes due largely the Constitution and laws of the United to physical inactivity, obesity, and poor diet. States, do hereby proclaim November 2001 Recent scientific findings demonstrate that as National Diabetes Month. I call on all modest, consistent exercise and a healthy diet Americans to increase their awareness of the can curtail the risk of type 2 diabetes in indi- risk factors and symptoms related to diabetes viduals by nearly 60 percent. This informa- and to observe this month with appropriate tion provides great hope in our efforts to re- activities and programs. duce the incidence of diabetes and creates In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set a renewed sense of urgency to ensure that my hand this twenty-ninth day of November, all Americans are aware of practical steps that in the year of our Lord two thousand one, can be taken to reduce their risk for diabetes. and of the Independence of the United My Administration is strongly committed States of America the two hundred and twen- to fighting diabetes both by working in co- ty-sixth. operation with dedicated staff and volunteers of private organizations to develop strong George W. Bush public education programs and by increased Federal funding for medical research. The [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 8:45 a.m., December 3, 2001] and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have established the National Diabetes Edu- NOTE: This proclamation was released by the Of- cation Program (NDEP) to help familiarize fice of the Press Secretary on November 30, and Americans with the risks of diabetes and it will be published in the Federal Register on what can be done to minimize its complica- December 4. Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 / Nov. 30 1731

Proclamation 7508—National With the observance of National Hospice Hospice Month, 2001 Month, we recognize those who serve in our November 29, 2001 Nation’s hospices, often as caregivers in the homes of hospice patients. Caring for a ter- By the President of the United States minally ill patient can be emotionally painful, of America physically exhausting, and financially dif- ficult. I call on all Americans to honor the A Proclamation professionals and volunteers who dedicate Each year, approximately 700,000 termi- their lives to aiding the terminally ill through nally ill patients and their families rely on hospices. And we should use this observance the invaluable end-of-life care provided by as an opportunity to encourage and help the 3,100 hospice programs located in the those who take on the challenge of caring United States. Hospice care allows a termi- for a terminally ill patient in their home or nally ill individual to receive professional in a hospice facility. medical services, pain management therapy, Now, Therefore, I, George W. Bush, and emotional and spiritual support, without President of the United States of America, having to enter a hospital. This focus on the by virtue of the authority vested in me by patient’s quality of life during his or her last the Constitution and laws of the United illness can make the best of the most chal- States, do hereby proclaim November 2001 lenging of situations. as National Hospice Month. I encourage Hospices create a compassionate atmos- Americans to increase their awareness of the phere where patients will be able to die with importance and availability of hospice service dignity, preferably in their home environ- and to observe this month with appropriate ment, surrounded and supported by loved activities and programs. ones, familiar friends, and committed care- In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set givers. Professional and compassionate hos- my hand this twenty-ninth day of November, pice staff and volunteers, including physi- in the year of our Lord two thousand one, cians, nurses, social workers, therapists, and and of the Independence of the United clergy, provide comprehensive care and at- States of America the two hundred and twen- tend to the particular needs and wishes of ty-sixth. each patient. Family members and friends George W. Bush also receive counseling and bereavement care that help them cope with the impending [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, loss of their loved one. 8:45 a.m., December 3, 2001] Individuals and groups in the private and NOTE: This proclamation was released by the Of- public sectors are working together to fice of the Press Secretary on November 30, and strengthen and expand hospice programs and it will be published in the Federal Register on to promote their services as a positive alter- December 4. native for terminally ill patients. Today, hos- pice care is a full partner in our Nation’s health care system, furthering our efforts to Proclamation 7509—National Drunk provide medical services in more compas- and Drugged Driving Prevention sionate and cost-effective ways. More impor- Month, 2001 tant, providing high-quality hospice care re- November 29, 2001 affirms our belief in the essential dignity of every person, regardless of age, health, or so- By the President of the United States cial status, and that every stage of human life of America deserves to be treated with the utmost re- spect and care. My Administration remains A Proclamation committed to supporting health care pro- Each December we turn our attention to grams like hospice that encourage quality the problem of drunk driving by observing medical care and frequent doctor-patient National Drunk and Drugged Driving Pre- interaction. vention Month. Though the holidays bring 1732 Nov. 30 / Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 joy in celebrations with family and friends, Now, Therefore, I, George W. Bush, they also bring a tragic increase in the inci- President of the United States of America, dence of impaired driving. This season, I ask by virtue of the authority vested in me by each American to avoid driving while they the Constitution and laws of the United are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, States, do hereby proclaim December 2001 to help stop others from driving in an im- as National Drunk and Drugged Driving Pre- paired condition, and to increase community vention Month. I call upon State and com- awareness about these issues. munity leaders to join the National Holiday Despite many efforts by States, commu- Lifesavers Mobilization, sponsored by the nities, and citizen groups to stop drunk and You Drink & Drive, You Lose campaign, on drugged driving, many Americans mistakenly December 21–23, 2001. I also urge all Amer- continue to view impaired driving as accept- icans to remember the hazards of impaired able conduct. After years of gradual improve- driving and to become involved in fighting ment, fatalities in alcohol-related crashes this dangerous problem. rose by 4 percent from 1999 to 2000. The In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set National Highway Traffic Safety Administra- my hand this twenty-ninth day of November, tion estimates that last year alcohol was in- in the year of our Lord two thousand one, volved in 40 percent of fatal crashes and in and of the Independence of the United 8 percent of all crashes. States of America the two hundred and twen- Every person should reaffirm his or her ty-sixth. personal responsibility to drive free of the influence of alcohol or drugs and to prevent George W. Bush others from driving under the influence of them. We must promote practices such as [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, designating a sober driver, stopping impaired 8:45 a.m., December 3, 2001] family members and friends from getting be- NOTE: This proclamation was released by the Of- hind the wheel, reporting impaired drivers fice of the Press Secretary on November 30, and to law enforcement officials, and teaching it will be published in the Federal Register on our young people safe, alcohol- and drug-free December 4. driving behavior. We should also promote coordinated pub- lic policies and citizen campaigns against Statement on Congressional Action drunk and drugged driving in our commu- on Mexican Motor Carrier nities. One example is the Department of Legislation Transportation’s You Drink & Drive, You November 30, 2001 Lose campaign. This national coalition of community and law enforcement organiza- The compromise reached by the House tions will increase public awareness of the and Senate appropriators on Mexican truck- hazards of impaired driving. Their message ing is an important victory for safety and free warns of the criminal penalties for impaired trade. We must promote the highest level of driving, including imprisonment and the loss safety and security on American highways of license, vehicle, time from work, and while meeting our commitments to our money in fines and court costs. friends to the South. The compromise As we celebrate the joyous holiday season, reached by the conferees will achieve these we can help save lives by preventing im- twin objectives by permitting our border to paired driving. In order to ensure the safety be opened in a timely manner and ensuring of our roads for all travelers, we must con- that all United States safety standards will tinue to fight drunk and drugged driving be applied to every truck and bus operating throughout the year. on our highways. Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 1733

Statement on Resignation of rorism, events in Afghanistan, and Middle Governor James S. Gilmore III of East peace efforts. Later, he met with his Virginia as Republican National Homeland Security Council, and he also met Committee Chairman with former Senator John C. Danforth, U.S. Special Envoy for Peace to the Sudan, to dis- November 30, 2001 cuss human rights in the Sudan. Jim Gilmore is a close friend and valuable In the afternoon, the President met in the ally. He answered my call to lead the Repub- Oval Office with the presidents of the Inter- lican Party through a challenging and dy- national, U.S., and Salt Lake City Olympic namic election. He has done so with fervor Committees to discuss the 2002 Winter and conviction. He has advanced our prin- Olympics opening February 8, 2002, in Salt ciples of limited but active government and Lake City. Later, he met in the Oval Office promoted compassionate priorities that with President Ali Abdallah Salih of Yemen. strengthen American families, keep Ameri- The President announced his intention to cans safe, and encourage individual responsi- nominate Steven Joseph Chabot to be U.S. bility. Representative to the 56th Session of the UN There are few who embody public service General Assembly. the way that Jim Gilmore does, serving as The President announced his intention to Governor of Virginia, chairman of a national nominate Eni F.H. Faleomavaega to be U.S. commission on terrorism, and leader of the Representative to the 56th Session of the UN national Republican Party all in the same General Assembly. year. The President announced his intention to There is no greater priority on this Earth appoint Stephen Hammerman, Floyd H. than one’s family, and I respect and under- Flake, and William Harry Berdine as mem- stand the decision Governor Gilmore has bers of the White House Commission on Ex- made. I wish him the best of luck in all his cellence in Special Education. The President announced his intention to future endeavors and will continue to seek designate Daniel R. Mulville as Acting Ad- his wise counsel as a friend and confidante. ministrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. November 28 The President declared a major disaster in Digest of Other Puerto Rico and ordered Federal aid to sup- White House Announcements plement Commonwealth and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, The following list includes the President’s public flooding, mudslides, and landslides on No- schedule and other items of general interest an- vember 7 and continuing. nounced by the Office of the Press Secretary and not included elsewhere in this issue. November 29 In the evening, the President had a tele- phone conversation with Gov. James S. Gil- November 25 more III of Virginia concerning the Gov- In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. ernor’s decision to resign as Republican Na- Bush returned from Camp David, MD, to tional Committee chairman. Washington, DC. The White House announced that the November 26 President will travel to Philadelphia, PA, on In the morning, the President met with December 1 to attend the Army-Navy foot- his National Security Council. ball game at Veterans Stadium. The President announced his intention to November 27 nominate Naomi Churchill Earp to be a In the morning, the President had a tele- member of the Equal Employment Oppor- phone conversation with King Abdullah II of tunity Commission and, upon confirmation, Jordan concerning cooperation against ter- to designate her as Vice Chairman. 1734 Administration of George W. Bush, 2001

The President announced his intention to Eni F.H. Faleomavaega, nominate Jacques Joseph Grandmaison to be of American Samoa, to be a Representative a member of the Board of Directors of the of the United States of America to the Fifty- Export-Import Bank of the United States. sixth Session of the General Assembly of the The President announced his intention to United Nations. appoint Don A. Christensen as a member of the Utah Reclamation Mitigation and Con- Lawrence A. Greenfeld, servation Commission. of Maryland, to be Director of the Bureau of Justice Statistics, vice Jan M. Chaiken, re- November 30 signed. In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush traveled to Camp David, MD. Michael Hammond, The White House announced that the of Texas, to be Chairperson of the National President will meet with Minister of Foreign Endowment for the Arts for a term of 4 years, Affairs Saud al-Faysal al Saud of Saudi Arabia vice William James Ivey, resigned. on December 6. Donna Jean Hrinak, The White House announced that the of Virginia, a career member of the Senior President and Mrs. Bush will participate in Foreign Service, class of Minister-Counselor, the Pageant of Peace on the Ellipse during to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Pleni- the evening of December 6. potentiary of the United States of America The President announced his intention to to the Federative Republic of Brazil. nominate Tony Hammond to be a Commis- sioner of the Postal Rate Commission. JoAnn Johnson, The President announced his intention to of Iowa, to be a member of the National designate George A. Omas as Chairman of Credit Union Administration Board for a the Postal Rate Commission. term expiring August 2, 2007, vice Yolanda Townsend Wheat, term expired.

Sean O’Keefe, Nominations of New York, to be Administrator of the Na- tional Aeronautics and Space Administration, Submitted to the Senate vice Daniel S. Goldin, resigned.

Francis Joseph Ricciardone, Jr., The following list does not include promotions of of New Hampshire, a career member of the members of the Uniformed Services, nominations Senior Foreign Service, class of Minister- to the Service Academies, or nominations of For- eign Service officers. Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of the Philippines Submitted November 27 and to serve concurrently and without addi- tional compensation as Ambassador Extraor- dinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Steven Joseph Chabot, States of America to the Republic of Palau. of Ohio, to be a Representative of the United States of America to the Fifty-sixth Session Frederick W. Schieck, of the General Assembly of the United Na- of Virginia, to be Deputy Administrator of tions. the U.S. Agency for International Develop- ment, vice Harriet C. Babbitt, resigned. Naomi Churchill Earp, of Virginia, to be a member of the Equal Diane Leneghan Tomb, Employment Opportunity Commission for a of Virginia, to be an Assistant Secretary of term expiring July 1, 2005, vice Reginald Earl Housing and Urban Development, vice Jean Jones, term expired. Nolan, resigned. Administration of George W. Bush, 2001 1735

Roger P. Winter, Diane M. Ruebling, of Maryland, to be an Assistant Administrator of California, to be a member of the Board of the U.S. Agency for International Devel- of Directors of the Overseas Private Invest- opment, vice Hugh Q. Parmer, resigned. ment Corporation for a term expiring De- cember 17, 2002, vice Melvin E. Clark, Jr., Submitted November 28 term expired.

Francis L. Cramer III, Michael Taylor Shelby, of New Hampshire, to be a judge of the U.S. of Texas, to be U.S. Attorney for the South- Tax Court for a term expiring 15 years after ern District of Texas for the term of 4 years, he takes office, vice Julian L. Jacobs, term vice Mervyn M. Mosbacker, Jr., resigned. expired. C. William Swank, Kenneth P. Moorefield, of Ohio, to be a member of the Board of of Florida, a career member of the Senior Directors of the Overseas Private Investment Foreign Service, class of Career Minister, to Corporation for a term expiring December serve concurrently and without additional 17, 2002, vice Robert Mays Lyford. compensation as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe. Checklist Submitted November 29 of White House Press Releases Jeanette J. Clark, of the District of Columbia, to be an asso- The following list contains releases of the Office ciate judge of the Superior Court of the Dis- of the Press Secretary that are neither printed as trict of Columbia for the term of 15 years, items nor covered by entries in the Digest of vice George W. Mitchell, deceased. Other White House Announcements.

J. Joseph Grandmaison, of New Hampshire, to be a member of the Released November 26 Board of Directors of the Export-Import Transcript of a press briefing by Press Sec- Bank of the United States for a term expiring retary Ari Fleischer January 20, 2005, vice Rita M. Rodriguez. Released November 27 Submitted November 30 Transcript of a press briefing by Press Sec- Scott A. Abdallah, retary Ari Fleischer of South Dakota, to be U.S. Attorney for the District of South Dakota for the term of 4 Released November 28 years, vice Karen Elizabeth Schreier, re- Transcript of a press briefing by Press Sec- signed. retary Ari Fleischer Thomas P. Colantuono, Statement by the Press Secretary announcing of New Hampshire, to be U.S. Attorney for that the President signed H.R. 2924 the District of New Hampshire for the term Statement by the Press Secretary on disaster of 4 years, vice Paul Michael Gagnon, re- assistance to Puerto Rico signed. Statement by the Press Secretary on Vice Harry E. Cummins III, President Cheney’s appointment of Jennifer of Arkansas, to be U.S. Attorney for the East- Millerwise as Deputy Assistant for Commu- ern District of Arkansas for the term of 4 nications and Press Secretary to the Vice years, vice Paula Jean Casey, resigned. President 1736 Administration of George W. Bush, 2001

Released November 29 Approved November 20

Transcript of a press briefing by Press Sec- H.R. 768 / Public Law 107–72 retary Ari Fleischer Need-Based Educational Aid Act of 2001 Announcement of nomination for a judge of Approved November 26 the U.S. Tax Court H.R. 2620 / Public Law 107–73 Released November 30 Departments of Veterans Affairs and Hous- ing and Urban Development, and Inde- Transcript of a press briefing by Press Sec- pendent Agencies Appropriations Act, 2002 retary Ari Fleischer Approved November 28 Fact Sheet: World AIDS Day Observance H.R. 1042 / Public Law 107–74 Announcement of nomination for U.S. Attor- To prevent the elimination of certain reports ney for the Southern District of New York H.R. 1552 / Public Law 107–75 Announcement of nomination for U.S. Attor- Internet Tax Nondiscrimination Act ney for the Eastern District of Arkansas H.R. 2330 / Public Law 107–76 Announcement of nomination for U.S. Attor- Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and ney for the Southern District of Texas Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Announcement of nomination for U.S. Attor- Appropriations Act, 2002 ney for the District of South Dakota H.R. 2500 / Public Law 107–77 Announcement of nomination for U.S. Attor- Departments of Commerce, Justice, and ney for the District of New Hampshire State, the Judiciary, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2002

H.R. 2924 / Public Law 107–78 To provide authority to the Federal Power Acts Approved Marketing Administration to reduce van- by the President dalism and destruction of property, and for other purposes