I suppose we do need these extra security measures, seeing as how Bushco and his band of merry republithugs have more than quadrupled the ire of terrorists. But people, it’s gonna cost us BIG in the long run!

Senate OKs security bill linked to 9/11 panel

Provisions include more cash to high-risk states, tighter cargo screening

A cargo truck goes through a new radiation’scanning machine during a demonstration at the Long Beach Port in Long Beach, Calif., on July 20.

WASHINGTON - The Senate on Thursday night approved a 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.

The House was expected to pass the bill as early as Friday, sending it to the president and giving 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.

The White House has expressed opposition to several provisions in the bill, [...] but it has not issued a veto threat.

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