[House Document 110-108]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
110th Congress, 2d Session - - - - - - - - - - - - House Document 110-
108
A REQUEST FOR BUDGET AMENDMENTS FOR FISCAL YEARS 2009
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MESSAGE
from
THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
transmitting
A REQUEST FOR FY 2009 BUDGET AMENDMENTS FOR ONGOING MILITARY AND
INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS IN SUPPORT OF OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM,
OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM, AND SELECTED OTHER INTERNATIONAL ACTIVITIES
May 5, 2008.--Message and accompanying papers referred to the Committee
on Appropriations and ordered to be printed
The White House,
Washington, May 2, 2008.
Hon. Nancy Pelosi,
Speaker of the House of Representatives,
Washington, DC.
Dear Madam Speaker: I ask the Congress to consider the
enclosed amendments to my FY 2009 Budget that provide the
necessary resources for ongoing military and intelligence
operations, as well as foreign assistance activities in support
of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. They
also provide the necessary resources for selected other
international activities that advance our national security,
including food assistance to address the global food crisis.
These amendments distribute by account $70 billion of
discretionary budget authority included as an allowance in my
FY 2009 Budget for the Global War on Terror. This amount is
already factored into the FY 2009 Budget projections and would
not increase the deficit.
I hereby designate the specific proposals in the amounts
requested herein as emergency requirements. This request
represents urgent and essential requirements. The details of
the request are set forth in the enclosed letter from the
Director of the Office of Management and Budget.
Sincerely,
George W. Bush.
[Estimate No. 2, 110th Cong., 2d Sess.]
Executive Office of the President,
Office of Management and Budget,
Washington, DC., May 1, 2008.
The President,
The White House.
Submitted for your consideration are amendments to your FY
2009 Budget that would provide necessary resources for ongoing
military and intelligence operations, as well as civilian
diplomatic efforts and foreign assistance activities in support
of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. They
would also provide necessary resources for selected other
international activities that advance our national security,
including urgent food aid.
These amendments distribute by account $70 billion of
discretionary budget authority included as an allowance in your
FY 2009 Budget for the Global War on Terror (GWOT). The
amendments, therefore, do not affect the total discretionary
budget authority proposed in your FY 2009 Budget. This $70
billion request and all prior war funding are included in your
Administration's deficit projections.
Of the amounts to be distributed, $66 billion is for the
Department of Defense and classified activities, and $4 billion
is for international functions. The major categories of funding
are highlighted below.
Military and intelligence operations
$45.1 billion to fund combat operations and
related activities in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF).
$3.7 billion to expand the size of the Afghan
Security Forces and enhance their capacity to conduct
counterinsurgency operations independent of U.S. assistance.
$2.0 billion to sustain efforts to enhance the
Iraqi Security Forces' capacity to conduct independent
counterinsurgency operations.
$1.7 billion for the Commander's Emergency
Response Program in Iraq and Afghanistan to enable commanders
to address local populations' urgent needs and gain support in
the fight against insurgents.
$400 million to maintain and enhance medical and
rehabilitation services associated with traumatic brain injury
and psychological health issues for our Wounded Warriors
returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
$3.0 billion for classified activities.
$2.2 billion for projected increased fuel costs.
$900 million to reimburse partners for logistical,
military, and other support in the GWOT.
Equipment and force structure
$3.0 billion to develop anti-improvised explosive
device (IED) technologies and provide pre-deployment training
in methods to counter all forms of IEDs.
$2.6 billion to transport and maintain Mine
Resistant Ambush Protected vehicles in theater.
$1.3 billion to fund acquisition of 28 additional
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and support systems to enhance
protection of U.S. and coalition forces.
$100 million for new force protection equipment in
response to emerging threats in order to minimize U.S.
casualties.
International affairs and stabilization activities
$2.5 billion for ongoing GWOT activities:
--$1.4 billion for Iraq, including support for Provincial
Reconstruction Teams (PRTs), Iraqi refugees and internally
displaced persons (IDPs), provincial elections, security and
operations, and the Office of the Inspector General.
--$1.1 billion for Afghanistan, including support for
democracy and governance, agriculture, development, counter-
narcotics, PRTs, humanitarian activities, and security and
operations.
$770 million for emergency food aid and assistance
to address the destabilizing effects of the global food crisis,
including support for agriculture programs to increase food
security.
$350 million to expand stability in the Middle
East, including $200 million for the West Bank, $100 million
for Jordan, and $50 million for Lebanon.
$193.2 million for Pakistan to fund military and
economic assistance, increase diplomatic activities in the
Federally Administered Tribal Areas, and expand U.S. Agency for
International Development (USAID) operations.
$122.9 million to support stabilization activities
in Africa, including support for Kenya, Democratic Republic of
the Congo, Uganda, USAID operations in Sudan, and the African
Union Mission in Somalia.
$35.6 million for increased diplomatic security
support to several Middle East peace missions and personnel in
Sudan and Somalia.
$15 million to advance the six-party talks
agreement to address the North Korean nuclear program.
Recommendation
This request fulfills known and urgent needs and I
recommend that you designate the specific amendments contained
in this transmittal as emergency requirements.
I have carefully reviewed these proposals and am satisfied
that they are necessary at this time. Therefore, I join
Secretary Gates, Secretary Rice, Attorney General Mukasey, and
Director McConnell in recommending you transmit the proposals
to the Congress.
Sincerely,
Jim Nussle,
Director.
Enclosures.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Military Personnel
MILITARY PERSONNEL, ARMY
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 242
FY 2009 Pending Request: $36,523,817,000
Proposed Amendment: $3,500,000,000
Revised Request: $40,023,817,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Military Personnel, Army,''
$3,500,000,000: Provided, That the Congress designates this
amount as an emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would partially fund the incremental costs
for pay, allowances, subsistence, and other personnel costs for
Active and Reserve component service members activated for duty
in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other areas around the world in
support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring
Freedom.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Military Personnel
MILITARY PERSONNEL, NAVY
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 243
FY 2009 Pending Request: $24,080,598,000
Proposed Amendment: $95,000,000
Revised Request: $24,175,598,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Military Personnel, Navy,''
$95,000,000: Provided, That the Congress designates this amount
as an emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would partially fund the incremental costs
for pay, allowances, subsistence, and other personnel costs for
Active and Reserve component service members activated for duty
in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other areas around the world in
support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring
Freedom.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Military Personnel
MILITARY PERSONNEL, MARINE CORPS
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 244
FY 2009 Pending Request: $11,809,845,000
Proposed Amendment: $85,000,000
Revised Request: $11,894,845,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Military Personnel, Marine
Corps,'' $85,000,000: Provided, That the Congress designates
this amount as an emergency requirement for this specific
purpose.
This proposal would partially fund the incremental costs
for pay, allowances, subsistence, and other personnel costs for
Active and Reserve component service members activated for duty
in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other areas around the world in
support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring
Freedom.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Military Personnel
MILITARY PERSONNEL, AIR FORCE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 245
FY 2009 Pending Request: $25,271,443,000
Proposed Amendment: $105,000,000
Revised Request: $25,376,443,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Military Personnel, Air
Force,'' $105,000,000: Provided, That the Congress designates
this amount as an emergency requirement for this specific
purpose.
This proposal would partially fund the incremental costs
for pay, allowances, subsistence, and other personnel costs for
Active and Reserve component service members activated for duty
in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other areas around the world in
support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring
Freedom.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Military Personnel
NATIONAL GUARD PERSONNEL, ARMY
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 249
FY 2009 Pending Request: $6,595,293,000
Proposed Amendment: $20,000,000
Revised Request: $6,615,293,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``National Guard Personnel,
Army,'' $20,000,000: Provided, That the Congress designates
this amount as an emergency requirement for this specific
purpose.
This proposal would partially fund the incremental costs
for pay, allowances, subsistence, and other personnel costs for
National Guard members performing additional pre- and post-
mobilization training in support of duty in Iraq, Afghanistan,
and other areas around the world in support of Operation Iraqi
Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Operation and Maintenance
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, ARMY
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 251
FY 2009 Pending Request: $31,243,092,000
Proposed Amendment: $35,560,055,000
Revised Request: $66,803,147,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Operation and Maintenance,
Army,'' $35,560,055,000: Provided, That the Congress designates
this amount as an emergency requirement for this specific
purpose.
This proposal would partially fund the incremental costs
for activities in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and
Operation Enduring Freedom. These activities include ground
combat operations, flying hours, military intelligence
activities, logistics support, fuel purchases, base support,
depot maintenance, and over-ocean transportation related to
military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. In addition, this
request includes security and detainee operations, and the
Commander's Emergency Response Program in Afghanistan and Iraq.
This request also includes Army-wide initiatives to accelerate
force growth and to address wounded warrior needs, as well as
other classified activities.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Operation and Maintenance
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, NAVY
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 252
FY 2009 Pending Request: $34,922,398,000
Proposed Amendment: $238,437,000
Revised Request: $35,160,835,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Operation and Maintenance,
Navy,'' $238,437,000: Provided, That up to $200,000,000 shall
be transferred to the Coast Guard ``Operating Expenses''
account: Provided further, That the Congress designates this
amount as an emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would partially fund the incremental costs
for activities conducted by the U.S. Coast Guard in support of
Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, as well
as other classified activities.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Operation and Maintenance
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, MARINE CORPS
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Pages 253
FY 2009 Pending Request: $5,597,254,000
Proposed Amendment: $2,200,000,000
Revised Request: $7,797,254,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Operation and Maintenance,
Marine Corps,'' $2,200,000,000: Provided, That the Congress
designates this amount as an emergency requirement for this
specific purpose.
This proposal would partially fund the incremental costs
for activities in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and
Operation Enduring Freedom. These activities encompass ground
combat operations, military intelligence activities, logistics
support, fuel purchases, base support, and depot maintenance
related to military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. This
request also includes funds to support pre-deployment training;
mobilization; personal protective equipment; wounded warrior
initiatives; contractor logistics support; command, control,
communication, and intelligence activities; and second
destination transportation.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Operation and Maintenance
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, AIR FORCE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 254
FY 2009 Pending Request: $35,902,487,000
Proposed Amendment: $3,644,078,000
Revised Request: $39,546,565,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Operation and Maintenance,
Air Force,'' $3,644,078,000: Provided, That the Congress
designates this amount as an emergency requirement for this
specific purpose.
This proposal would partially fund the incremental costs
for activities in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and
Operation Enduring Freedom. These activities encompass flying
hours, combat operations, military intelligence activities,
logistics support, fuel purchases, base support, depot
maintenance, and over-ocean transportation related to military
operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. This request includes
mobilization efforts specific to airlift operations, air
operations program support, base support programs, and combat
communications, as well as other classified activities.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Operation and Maintenance
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, DEFENSE-WIDE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Pages: 255-256
FY 2009 Pending Request: $26,091,864,000
Proposed Amendment: $3,193,494,000
Revised Request: $29,285,358,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Operation and Maintenance
Defense-Wide,'' $3,193,494,000, of which
(1) not to exceed $25,000,000 may be used for the
Combatant Commander Initiative Fund, to be used in
support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation
Enduring Freedom;
(2) not to exceed $100,000,000, to remain available
until expended may be used, notwithstanding any other
provision of law, for the purpose of providing
specialized training and procuring supplies and
specialized equipment and providing such supplies and
loaning such equipment on a non-reimbursable basis to
coalition forces supporting United States military
operations in Iraq and Afghanistan;
(3) not to exceed $50,000,000 may be used,
notwithstanding any other provision of law, for the
purpose of providing for the redevelopment of the Iraqi
industrial sector by identifying, and providing
assistance to, factories and other industrial
facilities that are best situated to resume operations
quickly and reemploy the Iraqi workforce; and
(4) not to exceed $900,000,000, to remain available
until expended, may be used for payments to reimburse
Pakistan, Jordan, and other key cooperating nations,
for logistical military, and other support provided, or
to be provided, to United States military operations
relating to Iraq, Afghanistan or other aspects of
combating terrorism, notwithstanding any other
provision of law:
Provided, That the Congress designates this amount as an
emergency requirement for this specific purpose: Provided
further, That reimbursement payments provided under (4) above
may be made in such amounts as the Secretary of Defense, with
the concurrence of the Secretary of State, and in consultation
with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget may
determine, in his discretion, based on documentation determined
by the Secretary of Defense to adequately account for the
support provided, and such determination is final and
conclusive upon the accounting officers of the United States,
and 15 days following notification to the appropriate
congressional committees: Provided further That the Secretary
of Defense shall provide quarterly reports to the congressional
defense committees on the use of funds provided under (2) and
(4) above.
This proposal would partially fund the incremental costs
for activities in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and
Operation Enduring Freedom, including classified activities.
These activities encompass operations; transportation; supplies
and equipment; depot maintenance; and command, control, and
intelligence capabilities. This request would also fund the
communication backbone and continuing support for voice, video
and data systems management; transmission; and satellite
services. In addition, this request would finance continuing
support for contract audit; contract management; media; family
support counseling; wounded, ill and injured initiatives; and
critical infrastructure protection. This request includes funds
to support the lift and sustainment costs of coalition
partners.
The additional funding authorized for the Combatant
Commander Initiative Fund supports unforeseen low-cost, high-
benefit initiatives that enhance joint warfighting capabilities
in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring
Freedom.
The request would also partially fund payments to key
cooperating nations (e.g., Pakistan and Jordan) and coalition
countries providing logistical, military, or other support to
U.S. military operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom
and Operation Enduring Freedom, or other aspects of combating
terrorism. Such support includes transportation into the
theater, providing supplies to coalition forces in the theater,
and helping coalition forces with communication support.
The proposed language would authorize the Department of
Defense (DOD) to use up to $100 million of Operation and
Maintenance, Defense-wide funds to provide specialized
training, supplies and equipment to coalition forces that could
not deploy to or conduct their missions in Iraq and Afghanistan
without such support. This authority will allow specialized
pre-deployment training to ensure coalition forces are
adequately prepared for deployment. Use of this authority to
purchase equipment for deployments will allow the U.S.
Government to retain ownership of such equipment and to rotate
the equipment to follow-on replacements of coalition forces
(except for those personal clothing items or other supplies not
normally re-issued to follow-on rotations), thus achieving a
cost savings. Furthermore, DOD can ensure that coalition forces
have current and interoperable equipment, especially counter-
improvised explosive device equipment, thus potentially
reducing casualties for both coalition and U.S. forces.
The proposed language would also provide authority of up to
$50 million to continue the work being done by the Task Force
to improve Business and Stability Operations in Iraq, as well
as other classified activities.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Operation and Maintenance
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, MARINE CORPS RESERVE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 259
FY 2009 Pending Request: $213,131,000
Proposed Amendment: $34,000,000
Revised Request: $247,131,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Operation and Maintenance,
Marine Corps Reserve,'' $34,000,000: Provided, That the
Congress designates this amount as an emergency requirement for
this specific purpose.
This proposal would partially fund the incremental costs
for activities in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and
Operation Enduring Freedom. These activities encompass
training, material readiness, logistics support, fuel
purchases, training centers, base support, depot maintenance,
and transportation related to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
This request also includes pre-mobilization training.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Operation and Maintenance
DRUG INTERDICTION AND COUNTER-DRUG ACTIVITIES, DEFENSE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 264
FY 2009 Pending Request: $1,060,463,000
Proposed Amendment: $130,000,000
Revised Request: $1,190,463,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Drug Interdiction and
Counter-Drug Activities,'' $130,000,000, to remain available
until expended: Provided, That these funds may be used only for
such activities related to Afghanistan, Central Asia, and the
Horn of Africa: Provided further, That the Secretary of Defense
may transfer the funds provided herein only to appropriations
for military personnel: operation and maintenance; procurement;
and research, development, test, and evaluation: Provided
further, That the funds transferred shall be merged with and be
available for the same purposes and for the same time period,
as the appropriation to which transferred: Provided further,
That the transfer authority provided in this paragraph is in
addition to any other transfer authority available to the
Department of Defense: Provided further, That upon a
determination that all or part of the funds transferred from
this appropriation are not necessary for the purposes provided
herein, such amounts may be transferred back to this
appropriation: Provided further, That the Congress designates
this amount as an emergency requirement for this specific
purpose.
This proposal would fund the incremental costs for counter-
drug activities in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and
Operation Enduring Freedom. These activities encompass
training, equipment, intelligence, infrastructure, and
information operations related to the campaign against
narcotics trafficking and narcotics-related terrorist
activities in Afghanistan and Central Asia.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Operation and Maintenance
MEDICAL SUPPORT FUND
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 266
FY 2009 Pending Request: ------
Proposed Amendment: $400,000,000
Revised Request: $400,000,000
(Immediately following the material under the heading ``Defense
Health Program'' on page 266, insert the new heading Medical
Support Fund along with the following appropriations language:)
There is hereby established in the Treasury of the United
States a fund to be known as the ``Medical Support Fund''. For
necessary expenses of the Medical Support Fund, $400,000,000,
to remain available until expended, to support programs and
activities relating to the treatment, care, rehabilitation,
recovery and support of the armed forces for traumatic brain
injury and psychological health issues: Provided, that the
Secretary of Defense may transfer such funds only to
appropriations for military personnel; operation and
maintenance; procurement; research, development, test and
evaluation; and the Defense Health Program: Provided further,
That funds transferred shall be merged with and be available
for the same purposes and for the same time period as the
appropriation or fund to which transferred: Provided further,
That this transfer authority is in addition to any other
transfer authority available to the Department of Defense:
Provided further, That upon a determination that all or part of
the funds transferred from this appropriation are not necessary
for the purposes provided herein, such amounts may be
transferred back to this appropriation: Provided further, That
the Secretary of Defense shall, not fewer than 5 days prior to
making transfers from this appropriation, notify the
congressional defense committees in writing of the details of
any such transfer: Provided further, That the Congress
designates this amount as an emergency requirement for this
specific purpose.
This proposal would authorize a new Medical Support Fund
and partially fund activities to improve the effectiveness of
efforts to transition service members returning from deployment
in support of the Global War on Terror who have traumatic brain
injuries or psychological health issues, to a successful return
to productive military service or civilian society.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Operation and Maintenance
AFGHANISTAN SECURITY FORCES FUND
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Pages 269-270
FY 2009 Pending Request: ------
Proposed Amendment: $3,666,259,000
Revised Request: $3,666,259,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following:)
For the ``Afghanistan Security Forces Fund,''
$3,666,259,000, to remain available until September 30, 2010:
Provided, That such funds shall be available to the Secretary
of Defense, notwithstanding any other provision of law, for the
purpose of allowing the Commander, Combined Security Transition
Command--Afghanistan, or the Secretary's designee, to provide
assistance, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, to
the security forces of Afghanistan, including funding, the
provision of equipment, supplies, services, and training, and
facility and infrastructure repair, renovation, and
construction: Provided further, That the authority to provide
assistance under this heading is in addition to any other
authority to provide assistance to foreign nations: Provided
further, That the Secretary of Defense may transfer such funds
to any appropriations available to the Department of Defense or
to any other Federal account to accomplish the purposes
provided herein: Provided further, That this transfer authority
is in addition to any other transfer authority available to the
Department of Defense: Provided further, That upon a
determination that all or part of the funds so transferred from
this appropriation are not necessary for the purposes herein,
such amounts may be transferred back to this appropriation:
Provided further, That contributions of funds for the purposes
provided herein from any person, foreign government, or
international organization may be credited to this Fund, and
used for such purposes: Provided further, That the Secretary
shall notify the congressional defense committees in writing
upon the receipt and upon the transfer of any contribution,
delineating the sources and amounts of the funds received and
the specific use of such contributions: Provided further, That
the Secretary of Defense shall, not fewer than 5 days prior to
making transfers from this appropriation account, notify the
congressional defense committees in writing of the details of
any such transfer: Provided further, That the Congress
designates this amount as an emergency requirement for this
specific purpose.
This proposal would provide a total of $3,666.3 million,
which includes $2,084.4 million for training, equipping,
sustaining, and providing infrastructure to support the Afghan
Ministry of Defense forces. Also included is $1,513.6 million
for training, equipping, sustaining, and providing
infrastructure to support the Afghan Ministry of Interior
forces. It further includes $68.3 million for associated
activities, including detainee operations and counterinsurgency
activities.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Operation and Maintenance
IRAQ SECURITY FORCES FUND
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 270-271
FY 2009 Pending Request: ------
Proposed Amendment: $2,000,000,000
Revised Request: $2,000,000,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For the ``Iraq Security Forces Fund,'' $2,000,000,000, to
remain available until September 30, 2010: Provided, That such
funds shall be available to the Secretary of Defense,
notwithstanding any other provision of law, for the purpose of
allowing the Commander, Multi-National Security Transition
Command Iraq, or the Secretary's designee, to provide
assistance, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, to
the security forces of Iraq, including the provision of
equipment, supplies, services, training, facility and
infrastructure repair, renovation and construction, and to
provide assistance to the Government of Iraq to support the
disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration of the Sons of
Iraq, former militia members, and former detainees: Provided
further, That the authority to provide assistance under this
heading is in addition to any other authority to provide
assistance to foreign nations: Provided further, That the
Secretary of Defense may transfer such funds to any
appropriations available to the Department of Defense or to any
other Federal account to accomplish the purposes provided
herein: Provided further, That this transfer authority is in
addition to any other transfer authority available to the
Department of Defense: Provided further, That upon a
determination that all or part of the funds so transferred from
this appropriation are not necessary for the purposes provided
herein, such amounts may be transferred back to this
appropriation: Provided further, That contributions of funds
for the purposes provided herein from any person, foreign
government, or international organization may be credited to
this Fund, and used for such purposes: Provided further, That
the Secretary shall notify the congressional defense committees
in writing upon the receipt and upon the transfer of any
contribution, delineating the sources and amounts of the funds
received and the specific use of such contributions: Provided
further, That the Secretary of Defense shall, not fewer than 5
days prior to making transfers from this appropriation account,
notify the congressional defense committees in writing of the
details of any such transfer: Provided further, That the
Congress designates this amount as an emergency requirement for
this specific purpose.
This proposal would provide $2 billion to support the
Government of Iraq's efforts in training, equipping,
sustaining, and providing infrastructure to support the Iraqi
Ministry of Defense forces and the Iraqi Ministry of Interior
forces. In addition, it would provide for associated
activities, including a quick response fund to respond to
urgent, time-sensitive requirements; and funds to support the
Government of Iraq's disarmament, demobilization, and
reintegration programs.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Procurement
OTHER PROCUREMENT, ARMY
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 278
FY 2009 Pending Request: $11,367,926,000
Proposed Amendment: $80,536,000
Revised Request: $11,448,462,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Other Procurement, Army,''
$80,536,000, to remain available until September 30, 2011:
Provided, That the Congress designates this amount as an
emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would fund the procurement of 10 Sky Warrior
unmanned aerial vehicles and associated ground stations, which
have proven to be critical in protecting U.S. and coalition
forces participating in military operations for the Global War
on Terror, as well as for other classified activities.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Procurement
JOINT IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICE DEFEAT FUND
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 279
FY 2009 Pending Request: $496,300,000
Proposed Amendment: $2,970,444,000
Revised Request: $3,466,744,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Joint Improvised Explosive
Device Defeat Fund,'' $2,970,444,000, to remain available until
September 30 2011: Provided, That the Congress designates this
amount as an emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would enable the Department to continue to
protect U.S. forces by defeating improvised explosive devices
(IEDs)--the enemy's weapon of choice. These funds will enable
the Department to attack the IED network, defeat the devices,
and train U.S. forces to defeat and disarm these weapons. The
use of IEDs continues to be a significant challenging threat to
U.S. and coalition forces in Iraq and Afghanistan. This request
will fund action against components of the IED system, the IED
makers, the trainers, and supporting infrastructures. It will
enable the Department to meet joint urgent operational needs
identified by the field commanders by developing and procuring
the latest technologies and equipment. The request will fund
efforts to improve the Department's ability to detect IEDs at
greater stand-off distances; conduct research on counter-IED
protective materials; and conduct research and development of
systems to detect and counter-IED triggers at increasing
ranges.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Procurement
AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 285
FY 2009 Pending Request: $12,676,496,000
Proposed Amendment: $1,209,300,000
Revised Request: $13,885,796,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Aircraft Procurement, Air
Force,'' $1,209,300,000, to remain available until September
30, 2011: Provided, That the Congress designates this amount as
an emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would fund the procurement of 15 Reaper
unmanned aerial vehicles, three Global Hawks, associated
support equipment (e.g., terminals, video dissemination
equipment) and ground stations, and eight wide area airborne
surveillance sensors. Unmanned aerial vehicles have proven to
be critical in protecting U.S. and coalition forces
participating in military operations for the Global War on
Terror.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Procurement
OTHER PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 287
FY 2009 Pending Request: $16,128,396,000
Proposed Amendment: $1,467,475,000
Revised Request: $17,595,871,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Other Procurement, Air
Force,'' $1,467,475,000, to remain available until September
30, 2011: Provided, That the Congress designates this amount as
an emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would fund classified activities.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Procurement
PROCUREMENT, DEFENSE-WIDE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 288
FY 2009 Pending Request: $3,164,228,000
Proposed Amendment: $72,733,000
Revised Request: $3,236,961,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Procurement, Defense-Wide,''
$72,733,000, to remain available until September 30, 2011:
Provided, That the Congress designates this amount as an
emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
The request would fund classified activities.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Procurement
RAPID ACQUISITION FUND
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 290
FY 2009 Pending Request: $102,045,000
Proposed Amendment: $100,000,000
Revised Request: $202,045,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for the ``Rapid Acquisition
Fund,'' $100,000,000, to remain available until September 30,
2011: Provided, That the Congress designates this amount as an
emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would enable the Department to transfer funds
for rapid response to unforeseen, joint urgent operational
needs for U.S. Central Command to minimize casualties and to
ensure mission success for Operation Iraqi Freedom and
Operation Enduring Freedom. These funds will provide additional
force protection equipment acquisition and sustainment that
will address emerging requirements.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Procurement
MINE RESISTANT AMBUSH PROTECTED VEHICLE FUND
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 291
FY 2009 Pending Request: ------
Proposed Amendment: $2,610,000,000
Revised Request: $2,610,000,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following:)
For the ``Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle Fund,''
$2,610,000,000, to remain available until September 30, 2010:
Provided, That such funds shall be available to the Secretary
of Defense, notwithstanding any other provision of law, to
procure, sustain, transport, and field Mine Resistant Ambush
Protected vehicles: Provided further, That the Secretary of
Defense shall transfer such funds only to appropriations for
operation and maintenance; procurement research, development,
test and evaluation; and defense working capital funds to
accomplish the purpose provided herein: Provided further, That
this transfer authority is in addition to any other transfer
authority available to the Department of Defense: Provided
further, That upon determination that all or part of the funds
so transferred from this appropriation are not necessary for
the purpose provided herein, such amounts may be transferred
back to this appropriation: Provided further. That the
Secretary of Defense shall, not fewer than 5 days prior to
making transfers from this appropriation, notify the
congressional defense committees in writing of the details of
any such transfer: Provided further, That the Congress
designates this amount as an emergency requirement for this
specific purpose.
This proposal would enable the Department to fund the
sustainment, transportation, and upgrades of Mine Resistant
Ambush Protected Vehicles for forces deployed to support the
Global War on Terror. It would also allow additional
procurement should on-going analysis of theater requirements
warrant.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST AND EVALUATION, NAVY
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 293
FY 2009 Pending Request: $19,337,238,000
Proposed Amendment: $113,228,000
Revised Request: $19,450,466,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount of ``Research, Development Test
and Evaluation, Navy,'' $113,228,000, to remain available until
September 30, 2010: Provided, That the Congress designates this
amount as an emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would support classified activities.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST AND EVALUATION, AIR FORCE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 294
FY 2009 Pending Request: $28,066,617,000
Proposed Amendment: $71,741,000
Revised Request: $28,138,358,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount of ``Research, Development, Test
and Evaluation Air Force,'' $71,741,000, to remain available
until September 30, 2010: Provided, That the Congress
designates this amount as an emergency requirement for this
specific purpose.
This proposal would support classified activities.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST AND EVALUATION, DEFENSE-WIDE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 295
FY 2009 Pending Request $21,499,229,000
Propsoed Amendment: $194,156,000
Revised Request: $21,693,385,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount of ``Research, Development, Test
and Evaluation, Defense-Wide,'' $194,156,000, to remain
available until September 30, 2010: Provided, That the Congress
designates this amount as an emergency requirement for this
specific purpose.
This proposal would fund classified activities.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Revolving and Management Funds
DEFENSE WORKING CAPITAL FUNDS
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 314
FY 2009 Pending Request: $1,489,234,000
Proposed Amendment: $2,200,000,000
Revised Request: $3,689,234,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount of ``Defense Working Capital
Funds,'' $2,200,000,000, to remain available until expended:
Provided, That the Congress designates this amount as an
emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would enable the Department to fund projected
fuel price increases above the crude oil price of $84.01 per
barrel assumed in the President's FY 2009 Budget. The price of
crude oil has continued to climb, and the Department projects
that these higher rates will remain in effect through FY 2009.
The additional funding requested will support a crude oil price
of $97.19 per barrel and an average refined petroleum product
of $125.35.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
TITLE VIII--GENERAL PROVISIONS
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 334
FY 2009 Pending Request: ------
Proposed Amendment: Language
Revised Request: ------
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new sections following Sec. 8058 and before the
opening parenthesis of the bill citation:)
SEC. 8059. SPECIAL TRANSFER AUTHORITY. Upon the
determination of the Secretary of Defense that such action is
necessary in the national interest, the Secretary may transfer
between appropriations up to $4,000,000,000 of the funds made
available to the Department of Defense in this Act and
designated as an emergency requirement: Provided, That the
Secretary shall notify the Congress promptly of each transfer
made pursuant to the authority in this section: Provided
further That the authority provided in this section is in
addition to any other transfer authority available to the
Department of Defense and is subject to the same terms and
conditions as the authority provided in section 8003 of this
Act.
This language will provide the Department with special
transfer authority to fund emerging requirements.
SEC. 8060. INTELLIGENCE AUTHORITY. Funds appropriated or
made available by transfer in this act may be obligated and
expended notwithstanding section 504(a)(1) of the National
Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 414(a)(1)).
This proposed waiver is necessary in order to authorize the
Department and the Intelligence Community to obligate
supplemental amounts for activities funded through the National
Intelligence Program.
SEC. 8061. COMMANDER'S EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROGRAM (CERP)
AUTHORITY.
(a) Availability of Funds for CERP. From funds made
available in this Act to the Department of Defense and
designated as an emergency requirement, not to exceed
$1,722,000,000, to remain available until December 31, 2009,
may be used, notwithstanding any other provision of law, to
fund the Commander's Emergency Response Program for the purpose
of enabling military commanders in Iraq to respond to urgent
humanitarian relief and reconstruction requirements within
their areas of responsibility by carrying out programs that
will immediately assist the Iraqi people, and to fund a similar
program to assist the people of Afghanistan: Provided, That the
Secretary of Defense may accept contributions of funds from any
person, foreign government, or international organization to
carry out the Commander's Emergency Response Program in Iraq or
Afghanistan, and may use any funds contributed for such
purpose.
(b) Quarterly Reports. Not later than 45 days after the end
of each fiscal year quarter (beginning with the first quarter
of fiscal year 2009), the Secretary of Defense shall submit to
the congressional defense committees a report regarding the
source of funds and the allocation and use of funds during that
quarter that were made available pursuant to the authority
provided in this section or under any other provision of law
for the purposes of the programs under subsection (a).
Additional Commander's Emergency Response Program (CERP)
authority is required to support the military commanders in
winning the support of the locals and in stabilizing Iraq and
Afghanistan. The CERP projects are identified by commanders
working in concert with provincial and district leaders. The
military commanders in the field believe that CERP is one of
their most valuable weapons in securing and stabilizing the
various regions/cities in Iraq. The last proviso will allow the
Secretary of Defense to accept contributions from the
Government of Iraq and others for the military commanders to
use for CERP projects.
SEC. 8062. DEFENSE COOPERATION ACCOUNT CONTRIBUTIONS
TRANSFER AUTHORITY. During fiscal year 2009, the Secretary of
Defense may transfer amounts in or credited to the Defense
Cooperation Account, pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2608, to such
appropriations or funds of the Department of Defense as he
shall determine for use consistent with the purposes for which
such funds were contributed and accepted: Provided, That such
amounts shall be available for the same time period as the
appropriation to which transferred: Provided further, That the
Secretary shall report to the Congress all transfers made
pursuant to this authority.
This authority will allow the Department to obligate any
funds contributed by the Iraqis and others specifically for the
Global War on Terror.
SEC. 8063. SPECIAL COUNTER-DRUG AUTHORITY.
(a) AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE SUPPORT.--Of the amount
appropriated by this Act under the heading, ``Drug Interdiction
and Counter-Drug Activities Defense,'' not to exceed
$30,000,000 may be used for support for counter-drug activities
of the Governments of Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan,
Pakistan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan: Provided That such
support shall be in addition to support provided for the
counter-drug activities of such Governments under any other
provision of the law.
(b) TYPES OF SUPPORT.--(1) Except as specified in
subsection (b)(2) of this section the support that may be
provided under the authority in this section shall be limited
to the types of support specified in section 1033(c)(1) of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1998 (Public
Law 105-85, as amended by Public Laws 106-398, 108-136, and
109-364) and conditions on the provision of support as
contained in section 1033 shall apply for fiscal year 2009.
(2) The Secretary of Defense may transfer vehicles,
aircraft, and detection, interception, monitoring and testing
equipment to said Governments for counter-drug activities.
This section would add $30 million in additional Section
1033 authority in FY 2009. Current law authorizes the
Department of Defense (DOD) to provide specific types of
support, not to exceed $60 million annually. This authorization
has enabled the Department and the U.S. Government to bolster
nascent security efforts in Afghanistan and Central Asia. The
requested authority increases the amount of funding DOD can
spend to accommodate Afghanistan's and other Central Asia
nations' acute requirements for equipment and maintenance.
These countries are situated either along key drug smuggling
routes or are facing an increasing threat of narcoterrorism.
Enhanced interdiction capabilities for the countries listed in
this legislation are critical to U.S. efforts to stem the flow
of illicit drugs, and to reduce the threat of narcoterrorism to
struggling democracies.
SEC. 8064. LIFT AND SUSTAIN AUTHORITY FOR IRAQ AND
AFGHANISTAN. Funds made available to the Department of Defense
in this Act and designated as an emergency requirement may be
used, notwithstanding any other provision of law, to provide
supplies, services, transportation, including airlift and
sealift and other logistical support to coalition forces
supporting military and stability operations in Iraq and
Afghanistan: Provided, That the Secretary of Defense shall
provide quarterly reports to the congressional defense
committees regarding support provided under this section.
This section would authorize the Department of Defense
(DOD) to provide airlift, sealift, and sustainment for
countries supporting U.S. military operations in Iraq and
Afghanistan. The DOD has used this authority, generally
referred to as Lift and Sustain authority, to support willing
coalition countries that otherwise could not support U.S.
military operations. Smaller coalition countries do not have
the financial means or the funding to transport their forces to
and from the operating theater or to sustain their forces for
extended deployments. Direct support from the United States is
critical to enabling forces from these countries to remain in
theater. Without this authority, many coalition countries will
not be able to maintain their forces in U.S. military
operations thus increasing the stress on U.S. forces operating
in theater.
SEC. 8065. EXTENSION OF FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR POST TRAUMATIC
STRESS DISORDER AND TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY. Of the amounts
provided under the heading ``Defense Health Program'' in Public
Law 110-28 for the treatment of traumatic brain injury and
post-traumatic stress disorder. $600,000,000 of such amounts
shall be available for psychological health and traumatic brain
injury: Provided, That of such amounts, $100,000,000 shall
remain available until September 30, 2009.
The Department needs to extend the period of availability
for $100 million of the $600 million appropriated for Post-
Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury in the
U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Care, Katrina Recovery, and
Iraq Accountability Appropriations Act, 2007 (Public Law 110-
28) to ensure funds are executed in a fiscally prudent manner.
While the Department has moved aggressively to improve
research, prevention, access, diagnosis, mitigation, treatment
and rehabilitative care for individuals with Post-Traumatic
Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury, initial ramp-up and
staffing requirements have taken longer than expected due to
the specialized and cutting-edge nature of these programs. To
avoid further complications in the execution of these funds,
the language also clarifies that the funding provided for Post-
Traumatic Stress Disorder is available under the more broadly
defined term of psychological health.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Foreign Agricultural Service
PUBLIC LAW 480 TITLE II GRANTS
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 172
FY 2009 Pending Request: $1,225,900,000
Proposed Amendment: $395,000,000
Revised Request: $1,620,900,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the appropriations language below.)
For an additional amount for ``Public Law 480 Title II
Grants,'' $395,000,000, to remain available until expended:
Provided, That the Congress designates this amount as an
emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would increase the pending request by $395
million in order to provide emergency food aid for Africa and
elsewhere, as food and shipping prices and needs have
increased.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
Federal Bureau of Investigation
SALARIES AND EXPENSES
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 711
FY 2009 Pending Request: $7,065,100,000
Proposed Amendment: $39,062,000
Revised Request: $7,104,162,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Salaries and Expenses,''
$39,062,000: Provided That the Congress designates this amount
as an emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would provide the Federal Bureau of
Investigation $39 million to support counter-terrorism and
counter-proliferation activities and equipment, terrorism
intelligence gathering efforts, and law enforcement operations
in Iraq and Afghanistan.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Administration of Foreign Affairs
DIPLOMATIC AND CONSULAR PROGRAMS
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 769
FY 2009 Pending Request: $5,364,269,000
Proposed Amendment: $1,064,450,000
Revised Request: $6,428,719,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Diplomatic and Consular
Programs,'' $1,064,450,000, of which $45,800,000 for Worldwide
Security Programs is available until expended: Provided, That
the Congress designates this amount as an emergency requirement
for this specific purpose.
This proposal would partially fund the incremental costs
for activities in Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan and the Middle
East. These activities include $921 million to support
personnel, logistics, security, and other costs associated with
operating for the United States Mission in Iraq, $101 million
for personnel, security, and transport for the United States
Mission in Afghanistan, $7 million for increased diplomatic
efforts in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas of Pakistan,
$36 million for security and operational support in Sudan and
Somalia, and to support several diplomatic Middle East Peace
Missions.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Administration of Foreign Affairs
OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 773
FY 2009 Pending Request: $35,508,000
Proposed Amendment: $16,800,000
Revised Request: $52,308,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for the ``Office of Inspector
General,'' $16,800,000: Provided, That $15,000,000 shall be
transferred to the Special Inspector General for Iraq
Reconstruction for reconstruction oversight: Provided further,
That the Congress designates this amount as an emergency
requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would fund the incremental costs of $1.8
million for the Office of Inspector General's Middle East
Regional Office for operational expenses related to program
oversight in the Middle East and $15.0 million for operational
expenses for the Special Inspector General for Iraq
Reconstruction.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
DEPARTMENT OF STATE
International Organizations And Conferences
CONTRIBUTIONS TO INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 782
FY 2009 Pending Request: $1,529,400,000
Proposed Amendment: $40,000,000
Revised Request: $1,569,400,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the appropriations language below.)
For an additional amount for ``Contributions to
International Organizations,'' $40,000,000, to remain available
until September 30, 2010: Provided, That the Congress
designates this amount as an emergency requirement for this
specific purpose.
This proposal would provide $40 million for Contributions
to International Organizations to fund U.S. assessed payments
for United Nations Special Political Missions in Iraq ($30
million) and Afghanistan ($10 million).
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
INTERNATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
Other
MIGRATION AND REFUGEE ASSISTANCE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 788
FY 2009 Pending Request: $764,000,000
Proposed Amendment: $191,000,000
Revised Request: $955,000,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Migration and Refugee
Assistance,'' $191,000,000: Provided, That the Congress
designates this amount as an emergency requirement for this
specific purpose.
This proposal would fund the incremental costs of $191
million for refugees, of which $141 million is for urgently
needed basic social services to Iraqi refugees and $50 million
is for urgently needed basic social services to Afghan
refugees.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
INTERNATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
Other
INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 789
FY 2009 Pending Request: $1,202,061,000
Proposed Amendment: $225,000,000
Revised Request: $1,427,061,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``International Narcotics
Control and Law Enforcement,'' $225,000,000, to remain
available until September 30, 2011: Provided, That the Congress
designates this amount as an emergency requirement for this
specific purpose.
This proposal would fund the incremental costs of $175
million for counternarcotics and rule of law programs in
Afghanistan to sustain reductions in poppy cultivation and
enhance public confidence and access in the justice and law
enforcement sectors.
The proposal also includes $50 million for the West Bank to
train, equip, and garrison Palestinian Authority Security
Forces.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
INTERNATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
International Security Assistance
ECONOMIC SUPPORT FUND
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 798
FY 2009 Pending Request: $3,153,743,000
Proposed Amendment: $1,297,700,000
Revised Request: $4,451,443,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Economic Support Fund,''
$1,297,700,000, to remain available until September 30, 2010:
Provided, That the Congress designates this amount as an
emergency requirement for this specific purpose: Provided
further, That, notwithstanding any other provision of law, of
the funds appropriated under this heading, up to $15,000,000
may be made available for assistance to the Democratic Peoples
Republic of Korea to support the goals of the Six Party Talks:
Provided further, That with respect to the previous proviso,
the Secretary of State shall, not fewer than 5 days prior to
the obligation of funds from this appropriation for such
purpose, notify the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate
and the House of Representatives in writing of the details of
any such obligation.
This proposal would fund the incremental costs for
activities in Afghanistan, Iraq, Pakistan, the West Bank,
Jordan and North Korea. This includes $750 million to support
the continuation of urgent assistance programs in Afghanistan.
Of this amount, $100 million would sustain funding for
alternative development programs in large poppy producing
provinces; $189 million would support road and power projects;
$220 million would support democracy and governance programs
including support for local elections, rule of law, and civil
society; $101 million would fund the continuation and expansion
of agriculture and economic development programs; $125 million
would continue the Local Governance and Capacity Development
program at the provincial level; and $15 million would provide
support for internally displaced persons (IDPs).
The proposal would provide $212.8 million for Iraq,
including $75 million for a new, urgent program to support
upcoming provincial elections that the Iraqi government
recently announced and $137.8 million for the Quick Response
Fund to give our Provincial Reconstruction Team leaders the
resources they need to support stability operations, accelerate
provincial economic development, and provide critical
employment opportunities.
This proposal would also provide:
$70 million for Pakistan for district
elections support, good governance programs, and rural
health and basic education initiatives in conflict
regions outside of the Federally Administered Tribal
Areas;
$150 million for urgent budget support to
the Palestinian Authority;
$100 million for Jordan, including $60
million for support to communities that have
experienced an influx of Iraqi refugees and $40 million
to support economic growth, health, education, and
governance programs to help Jordan cope with increasing
economic pressures; and
$15 million for Heavy Fuel Oil to North
Korea in return for actions taken by North Korea on
denuclearization. Authority is required to provide the
heavy fuel oil or an equivalent value of energy or
economic assistance to North Korea on an ``action-for-
action'' basis in support of the Six Party Talks. This
assistance is in return for actions taken by North
Korea on denuclearization and would allow other
programs supporting the Six Party Talks.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
INTERNATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
International Security Assistance
FOREIGN MILITARY FINANCING PROGRAM
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Pages: 799-800
FY 2009 Pending Request: $4,812,000,000
Proposed Amendment: $170,000,000
Revised Request: $4,982,000,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Foreign Military Financing
Program,'' $170,000,000: Provided, That the Congress designates
this amount as an emergency requirement for this specific
purpose.
This proposal would fund the incremental costs of military
assistance for Pakistan, Lebanon, and Poland. Of the $170
million requested, $100 million is for military assistance for
Pakistan to reduce terrorist and militant activity in the
Afghanistan-Pakistan border region including efforts to train
and equip Pakistan's Frontier Corps; $50 million is for
military assistance for Lebanon to increase its ability to
secure its borders and provide additional security training and
equipment to the Lebanese Armed Forces; and $20 million is for
military assistance for Poland to enhance its military
capabilities.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
INTERNATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
International Security Assistance
PEACEKEEPING OPERATIONS
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 801
FY 2009 Pending Request: $247,200,000
Proposed Amendment: $60,000,000
Revised Request: $307,200,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Peacekeeping Operations,''
$60,800,000 to remain available until September 30, 2010:
Provided, That the Congress designates this amount as an
emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would provide $60 million to fund U.S.
assistance to international efforts to monitor and maintain
peace in Somalia and Democratic Republic of Congo. Of the $60
million, $20 million will be used to train and equip a
counterterrorism brigade that will help stabilize the security
situation in eastern Congo. The remaining $40 million will
permit deployment of additional troops in support of the
African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM). AMISOM troops will
support efforts toward national elections and the restoration
of effective governance and lasting stability.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
INTERNATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
Agency for International Development
DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 813
FY 2009 Pending Request: $1,639,055,000
Proposed Amendment: $210,000,000
Revised Request: $1,849,055,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Development Assistance,.''
$210,000,000, to remain available until September 30, 2010:
Provided, That the Congress designates this amount as an
emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would fund the incremental costs for U.S.
Agency for International Development agriculture programs aimed
at food security and improved production in food-insecure
countries ($150 million); $45 million to support political
reconciliation in Kenya; and $15 million for stabilization
efforts in Uganda.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
INTERNATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
Agency for International Development
INTERNATIONAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 818
FY 2009 Pending Request: $298,050,000
Proposed Amendment: $270,000,000
Revised Request: $568,050,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``International Disaster
Assistance,'' $270,000,000, to remain available until expended:
Provided That the Congress designates this amount as an
emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal would fund the incremental costs of critical
humanitarian needs. Of the $270 million requested, $225 million
would address urgent humanitarian needs created by high food
prices in vulnerable populations abroad, particularly in
Africa, including up to $125 million for local and regional
procurement of food aid abroad. The proposal includes $45
million to address urgent humanitarian needs in Iraq, such as
the provision of emergency relief supplies, support for water
and sanitation infrastructure, creation of safe protective
spaces for women and children, and emergency health care, or to
address other urgent humanitarian needs.
FY 2009 Emergency Proposals
INTERNATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
Agency for International Development
OPERATING EXPENSES OF THE UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 819
FY 2009 Pending Request: $767,184,000
Proposed Amendment: $60,000,000
Revised Request: $827,184,000
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new paragraph immediately after the concluding
period:)
For an additional amount for ``Operating Expenses of the
United States Agency for International Development,''
$60,000,000: Provided, That the Congress designates this amount
as an emergency requirement for this specific purpose.
This proposal provides $60 million for the extraordinary
security, personnel, and other operational costs supporting
U.S. Agency for International Development assistance to
Afghanistan, Iraq, Pakistan and Sudan. Of this amount, $17.5
million is for Afghanistan; $23.6 million is for Iraq; $16
million is for Pakistan; and $2.9 million is for Sudan.
2009 PROPOSALS, GENERAL PROVISIONS, DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND OTHER
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
FY 2009 Budget Appendix Page: 865
FY 2009 Pending Request: ------
Proposed Amendment: Language
Revised Request: ------
(In the appropriations language under the above heading, insert
the following new sections immediately after the language in
Sec. 642 and before the opening parenthesis of the bill
citation:)
AUTHORIZATION
Sec. 643. Funds appropriated by this Act may be obligated
and expended notwithstanding section 10 of Public Law 91-672
(22 U.S.C 2412), section 15 of the State Department Basic
Authorities Act of 1956 (22 U.S.C. 2680) and section 504(a)(1)
of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C 414(a)(1)).
The proposal contains appropriations for a number of items
for which authorizations for fiscal year 2009 have not yet been
enacted. This provision would allow funds appropriated to be
obligated in the absence of a prior authorization of
appropriations.
BUYING POWER MAINTENANCE ACCOUNT
Sec. 644. Buying Power Maintenance Account. Expired,
unobligated balances of funds appropriated for fiscal year 2009
under the headings `Administration of Foreign Affairs' and
'Broadcasting Board of Governors' in this or any other Act may
be transferred to and merged with the Buying Power Maintenance
Accounts of the Department of State and the Broadcasting Board
of Governors, respectively, not later than the end of the fifth
fiscal year after the last fiscal year for which such funds are
available for the purposes for which appropriated,
notwithstanding section 24(b)(7)(D) of the State Department
Basic Authorities Act.
This provision would permit the transfer of expired,
unobligated balances of funds appropriated for fiscal year 2009
to the no-year Buying Power Maintenance Accounts of the
Department of State and Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG).
This authority will help the Department of State and
Broadcasting Board of Governors offset adverse fluctuations in
foreign currency exchange rates, which in recent years have
exerted considerable downward pressure on Department of State
and BBG accounts. The provision waives section 24(b)(7)(D) of
the State Department Basic Authorities Act (22 U.S.C.
2696(b)(7)(D)), which makes such transfers subject to advance
appropriations, to clarify that exercise of this authority does
not require future appropriations.
The Buying Power Maintenance Account (BPMA) authority was
established to provide the Department of State and the
Broadcasting Board of Governors with a mechanism to respond to
varying exchange rates; however, both accounts have been
depleted and are unable to capture exchange rate gains due to
the dollar's prolonged decline overseas.