Statement by the Press Secretary

On Wednesday, April 16, 2003, the President signed into law:

H.R. 1559, which provides supplemental FY 2003 appropriations for military operations, relief, and reconstruction activities in Iraq; ongoing operations in the global war on terrorism; enhancements to the safety of U.S. diplomats and citizens abroad; support for U.S. allies critical to succeeding in the war; and homeland security protection and response measures.