the Dems continue to try to make our country safer

House may pass security bill today

WASHINGTON - The House is expected to pass a homeland security bill and send it to President Bush as early as today. Last night, the Senate approved the package of security measures recommended by the 9/11 Commission, shifting more federal money to high-risk states and cities and requiring more stringent screening of air and sea cargo.

The measure passed by a 85-8 vote.

House passage would give Democrats a much-needed legislative victory just a week before Congress adjourns for its August recess.

Along with a boost in the minimum wage, which went into effect on Tuesday, the 9/11 Commission bill would be at the top of the Democratic majority's achievement list if President Bush signs it into law.

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Unlike the repugs, who basically ignored the 9/11 Commission, the Dems actually want to help our country be safer.
Of course, bush could care less about this, so let's see if he vetos something else that the public wants and needs.