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By GUS BILIRAKIS | Special To The Tampa Tribune
Published: April 10, 2012
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As Chairman of the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Communications, Rep. Gus Bilirakis (FL-09) invited Nocco to speak on behalf of the first responder and law enforcement community.
The forum will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, 2012, at the St. Mary & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church, 2930 County Road 193, in Clearwater.
Wesley Chapel, FL (April 12, 2012) ? As part of his constituent work week, Gus on Monday visited Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel, which is under construction and scheduled to be completed in September.
The Chamber's prestigious award is given annually to members of Congress based on key votes that will reduce burdensome regulations, create jobs and improve the economy, such as repealing onerous 1099 reporting requirements, repealing a 3 percent withholding from contractors, and passing free trade agreements.
The free fair will provide educational materials, health screenings, and information on home health care and senior living options.
"I want to make sure Tampa Bay residents are able to access the services and information that will keep them healthy," Bilirakis said. "This fair will serve as a one-stop shop for citizens to receive a variety of check-ups and assistance."
At the ceremony, Bilirakis will speak and present a flag that was flown over the U.S. Capitol.
"This memorial is about remembering those who died and sacrificed their lives in a courageous attempt to save others," Bilirakis said. "We will never forget their bravery and dedication to our country."
H.R. 3563 would improve public alerts and warnings during an emergency and modernize the Integrated Public Alerts and Warning System (IPAWS).
On March 25, 1821, Greece declared independence against the Ottoman Empire. As a leading Greek-American in Congress, Gus spoke on the House Floor to commemorate Greek Independence Day.
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In late 2011, Bilirakis led a successful effort to include conditions on aid to Egypt within the annual appropriations bill.