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Statement by the Press Secretary
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For Immediate Release Office of the Press Secretary June 17, 2008

Statement by the Press Secretary

ÿÿWhite House News


On Tuesday, June 17, 2008, the President signed into law:

H.R. 6081, the "Heroes Earnings Assistance and Relief Tax Act of 2008,"
which provides tax benefits and increases Supplemental Security Income
benefits for certain members of the military, veterans, and others.

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