[Senate Document 114-2] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] 114th Congress, 1st Session - - - - - - - - - - Senate Document 114-2 VETO--S. 1 (PM 6) __________ MESSAGE from THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES returning WITHOUT MY APPROVAL S. 1, THE KEYSTONE XL PIPELINE APPROVAL ACT [GRAPHIC(S) NOT AVAILABLE IN TIFF FORMAT] February 24, 2015.--Ordered to be printed To the Senate of the United States: I am returning herewith without my approval S. 1, the ``Keystone XL Pipeline Approval Act.'' Through this bill, the United States Congress attempts to circumvent longstanding and proven processes for determining whether or not building and operating a cross-border pipeline serves the national interest. The Presidential power to veto legislation is one I take seriously. But I also take seriously my responsibility to the American people. And because this act of Congress conflicts with established executive branch procedures and cuts short thorough consideration of issues that could bear on our national interest--including our security, safety, and environment--it has earned my veto. Barack Obama. The White House, February 24, 2015. [all]