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            A REQUEST FOR 2003 SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS

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A REQUEST FOR 2003 SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS TO SUPPORT DEPARTMENT OF 
 DEFENSE OPERATIONS IN IRAQ AND TO STRENGTHEN THE CAPABILITIES OF OUR 
     FRIENDS AND ALLIES WHO WILL SHARE THE BURDEN OF MILITARY AND 
                        STABILIZATION ACTIVITIES

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   March 25, 2003.--Referred to the Committee on Appropriations and 
                         ordered to be printed
                                           The White House,
                                        Washington, March 25, 2003.
Hon. J. Dennis Hastert,
Speaker of the House of Representatives,
Washington, DC.
    Dear Mr. Speaker: On October 16, 2002, I signed into law 
the ``Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq 
Resolution of 2002'' (Public Law 107-243). After condemning 
Saddam Hussein's continued possession of chemical and 
biological weapons, obstruction of inspections, and brutal 
repression of the Iraqi people, the Congress affirmed, ``Iraq 
poses a continuing threat to the national security of the 
United States and international peace and security of the 
Persian Gulf region and remains in material and unacceptable 
breach of its international obligations.''
    Subsequent to enactment of Public Law 107-243, the United 
Nations Security Council unanimously agreed to Resolution 1441 
offering Iraq one final chance to disarm. After more than a 
decade of deceit and defiance, the regime, yet again, failed to 
``fully and unconditionally'' comply. Iraq continues to pose a 
grave danger to global peace and security. The United States 
and our allies must seek to disarm Iraq and liberate the Iraqi 
people, and we will prevail.
    Today, I submit a request for 2003 supplemental 
appropriations to support Department of Defense operations in 
Iraq and to strengthen the capabilities of our friends and 
allies who will share the burden of military and stabilization 
activities. Disarming and liberating Iraq is a first step. This 
request also provides immediate humanitarian relief, support 
for reconstruction, and the development of a free-market 
democracy in Iraq. Finally, the request will enhance the safety 
and well-being of Americans at home and abroad with investments 
managed by the Department of State, the Department of Homeland 
Security, and other agencies.
    This request reflects urgent and essential requirements. 
Much of the funding has been requested with flexible 
authorities. This flexibility will ensure requirements can be 
immediately addressed as they arise despite the unpredictable 
scope, duration, and intensity of operations. I ask the 
Congress to appropriate the funds as requested, and promptly 
send the bill to me for signature. I urge the Congress to 
refrain from attaching items not directly related to the 
emergency at hand.
    This supplemental request provides essential support to 
help guarantee the success and safety of our men and women in 
uniform, to help enhance the security of America and her 
citizens, and to establish an Iraqi nation, free, prospering 
and at peace with its neighbors.
            Sincerely,
                                                    George W. Bush.
                [Estimate No. 4, 108th Cong., 1st Sess.]

                 Executive Office of the President,
                           Office of Management and Budget,
                                    Washington, DC, March 25, 2003.
The President,
The White House.
    Submitted for your consideration are requests for FY 2003 
supplemental appropriations that would provide funds to cover 
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.
    You have made the decision to use all necessary means to 
enforce multiple U.N. Security Council Resolutions and 
implement the Joint Congressional Resolution to disarm Iraq. To 
achieve these objectives, enhance security in the United 
States, and support crucial friends and allies, the request for 
supplemental funds includes:
Department of Defense and classified activities
    $62.6 billion is requested to address the costs related to 
military operations against Iraq and sustaining efforts in the 
continuing global war on terrorism. The request includes funds 
for preparatory costs already incurred, the estimated costs 
associated with military operations against Iraq, and 
replenishing munitions that are likely to be expended. The 
proposal also includes funds to support other nations in the 
global war on terrorism.
    The request is built on the key assumption that U.S. 
military action in Iraq will be swift and decisive. We are 
seeking funds in a consolidated emergency response account 
which will allow the maximum flexibility to promptly transfer 
funds as needed to the appropriate agency, service, or account 
as the war advances. The request includes:
            Defense Emergency Response Fund ($59.9 billion)
    <bullet> At least $53.4 billion for Military Operations in 
Iraq. This amount would cover the costs associated with: the 
mobilization to active duty of Reserve and National Guard 
personnel to support military operations on a full-time basis, 
including pay, travel, per diem, and health care; personnel 
necessary to maintain critical manning at authorized levels and 
special pays, such as Imminent Danger Pay, Family Separation 
Allowance, and Foreign Duty Pay; support for active duty 
military personnel; and, operations, such as incremental flying 
hours, ship steaming days, ground operations, special airlift 
missions, increased associated ship and aircraft maintenance, 
associated logistics support, fuel purchases, base support, and 
reconstruction. These funds also will reimburse accounts used 
for projects completed or underway that were necessary to 
prepare for military action in Iraq.
    <bullet> Up to $3.7 billion for Munitions Replenishment. 
These funds would be used to replenish munitions expended 
during military operations in Iraq and in the global war on 
terrorism. These funds could be used to replace precision 
munitions, ammunition, and other conventional munitions in 
order to restore inventories to pre-conflict levels.
    <bullet> At least $1.7 billion for Classified Activities. 
These funds would cover the costs associated with classified 
activities undertaken in Iraq and in the global war on 
terrorism.
    <bullet> Up to $1.1 billion for Equipment Procurement and 
Research and Development. These funds would be used to develop, 
procure, and upgrade systems necessary to prosecute the global 
war on terrorism, including operations in Iraq. These systems 
include command, control, communications, computer and 
intelligence equipment, chemical and biological detection and 
decontamination gear, targeting devices, and spare and repair 
parts needed to keep pace with increased operational tempo.
            Other Defense Accounts ($2.7 billion)
    <bullet> $1.4 billion to Support Coalition Partners. These 
funds would assist key cooperating nations supporting military 
operations in Iraq and the global war on terrorism.
    <bullet> $0.7 billion for Other Programs. These funds would 
cover the costs to repair potential damage to Iraqi oil 
facilities and assure an adequate internal distribution 
infrastructure. Funds would also continue U.S. efforts to 
support Colombia's unified campaign against narcotics 
trafficking and terrorist activities and would continue 
training of the Afghan National Army.
    <bullet> $0.4 billion for Fuel. This amount would cover the 
increased cost of fuel.
    <bullet> $0.2 billion for Military Construction. These 
funds would be used to construct facilities in Guantanamo Bay, 
the government's focal point for the processing, interrogation, 
adjudication, and detention of enemy combatants captured in the 
global war on terrorism. The funds also would cover 
construction of taxiways, parking aprons at Air Force 
facilities in the Middle East, and construction of housing and 
facilities for military and civilian personnel of coalition 
partners supporting the global war on terrorism.
Department of State
    $296 million is proposed for necessary operating costs for 
the Department of State, evacuation of U.S. citizens worldwide, 
and assistance for refugees for internally displaced persons 
due to the conflict with Iraq.
    <bullet> $101 million for Diplomatic and Consular Programs. 
These funds would provide for additional operating costs for 
the Department of State globally, in Iraq, and to enhance 
worldwide security programs.
    <bullet> $66 million for Emergencies in the Diplomatic and 
Consular Service. These funds would be used to evacuate U.S. 
government employees and private citizens and to provide 
additional services to American citizens should the need arise. 
Funds would be returned to the Treasury if unused by year's 
end.
    <bullet> $50 million for the U.S. Emergency Refugee and 
Migration Assistance Fund (ERMA). These funds would replenish 
resources to enable this account to respond to urgent, 
unforeseen refugee and migration events. ERMA funds were used 
to support international organizations' prepositioning of 
supplies related to potential conflict.
    <bullet> $34 million for the Andean Counterdrug Initiative. 
These funds would be used for needed security and counterdrug 
assistance in Colombia.
    <bullet> $25 million for International Narcotics Control 
and Law Enforcement. These funds would be used for border 
security requirements in Pakistan.
    <bullet> $20 million for Embassy Security, Construction and 
Maintenance. These funds would be used for immediate temporary 
facilities for State Department and other agency employees in 
Iraq.

International Assistance Programs

    $5.02 billion is requested to support key coalition 
partners in the conflict with Iraq and in the global war on 
terrorism. This request includes:
    <bullet> $2.1 billion for Foreign Military Financing. These 
funds will strengthen the forces of our partners and allies in 
military and stabilization operations in Iraq and the ongoing 
war on terrorism. $1 billion would be made available for Israel 
to enhance security in light of threats posed by the war with 
Iraq.
    <bullet> $2.4 billion for the Economic Support Fund (ESF). 
These funds would provide critical economic support to Jordan, 
Turkey, Afghanistan, and Egypt and support educational and 
economic opportunities in the Middle East. In addition, loan 
guarantees will be made available to Israel. Of the total 
requested for ESF, $40 million would reimburse amounts used to 
preposition relief and reconstruction supplies and services 
prior to the conflict.
    <bullet> $0.2 billion for Peacekeeping Operations. These 
funds would assist coalition partners and front line states 
supporting operations in Iraq, including funding for follow on 
stabilization activities.
    <bullet> $150 million for the United States Emergency Fund 
for Complex Foreign Crises. This contingency fund would be used 
for a range of unforeseen needs including support for 
stabilization operations in Iraq. Use of this Fund would 
require a Presidential determination that a complex emergency 
exists and that it is in the national interest to use the Fund 
to respond to it.
    <bullet> $120 million for International Disaster Assistance 
($80 million) and Child Survival and Health Programs Fund ($40 
million). These resources would reimburse these accounts for 
funds used to preposition people, supplies, and commodities 
prior to the conflict with Iraq.
    <bullet> $28 million for Nonproliferation, Anti-Terrorism, 
Demining and Related Programs. These funds would be used in 
Afghanistan for antiterrorism training, protection equipment, 
and demining, and for antiterrorism training programs in other 
countries.
    <bullet> $22 million for Operating Expenses of the Agency 
for International Development (USAID). These funds would help 
cover the cost of potential evacuations of USAID personnel, 
fund start-up costs for USAID operations in Iraq, and help 
cover costs of the USAID Inspector General for auditing 
reconstruction and relief activities in Iraq.

Broadcasting Board of Governors

    <bullet> $30.5 million for International Broadcasting 
Operations. These funds would be used to accelerate Middle East 
Television Network start-up and increase radio broadcasting to 
Iraq.

Homeland Security Requirements

    $4.25 billion is proposed to address Homeland Security 
requirements, which includes:
    <bullet> $3.5 billion for the Department of Homeland 
Security. This would provide $1.5 billion for prevention and 
response operations of departmental agencies, such as increased 
border and maritime operations, including Coast Guard support 
of the Department of Defense; and $2.0 billion for Office for 
Domestic Preparedness assistance to state and local governments 
to support federally-coordinated terrorism prevention and 
security enhancements at this time of heightened threat, and 
terrorism preparedness for first responders.
    <bullet> $500.0 million for the Department of Justice. 
These funds would support immediate and emerging terrorism-
related prevention and response requirements, including 
additional intelligence and investigative activities.
    <bullet> $250.0 million for the Executive Office of the 
President's Emergency Response Fund. These funds would support 
immediate and emerging terrorism-related prevention and 
response requirements throughout the federal government.
    Specific homeland security requirements must be flexible 
enough to meet emerging threats or respond to attacks, so 
precise allocation of these funds cannot be determined in 
advance. Congressional notification would be provided 15 days 
prior to any anticipated allocation of funds.

Executive Office of the President (EXOP)

    <bullet> $2.4 billion is requested for EXOP for Relief and 
Reconstruction in Iraq. This request would fund a new flexible 
account focused on Iraq relief and reconstruction. $1.7 billion 
is requested to support reconstruction in the areas of health, 
water/sanitation, education, electricity, transportation, 
telecommunications, rule of law/governance, economic and 
financial policy, and agriculture. $543 million is requested 
for humanitarian assistance to refugees, internally displaced 
persons, and vulnerable individuals, including humanitarian 
demining in and around Iraq. In addition, up to $200 million 
will be available to replenish accounts drawn down to buy 
emergency food stocks for the Iraqi people. Flexible 

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