Bilirakis and Tonko Kick Off Longevity Science Caucus

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) and Congressman Paul Tonko (D-NY) are proud to announce the formation of the Congressional Caucus for Longevity Science. The “Longevity Science Caucus” aims to educate Members about the growing field of aging and longevity biotechnology, and promote initiatives aimed at increasing the healthy average lifespan of all Americans.  Along with Bilirakis and Tonko, Representatives Dan Crenshaw (R-TX), Michael Burgess (R-TX) and Anna Eshoo (D-CA) are founding members of the newly created caucus.

 Bilirakis, who serves as a senior Member on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, noted, "Increasing life expectancy and promoting positive health outcomes are important priorities, and the formation of this caucus is an important step toward achieving those goals.  I believe in promoting individual responsibility and supporting innovation in the pursuit of scientific discoveries that will enable Americans to live happier and longer lives.   I am honored to co-chair this bipartisan effort with my colleague, Congressman Tonko.  We will work with our colleagues in an effort to make a significant impact on the future health and wellness for our constituents."

Tonko, who is also a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, added, “With life expectancy in the United States at its lowest in decades, we in Congress need to come together to address this decline and support science and research that will enable people to live fuller and healthier lives. We’re doing just that with the Longevity Caucus. I am grateful for the partnership of Congressman Bilirakis in leading this Caucus and look forward to working in strong bipartisan fashion to help improve our quality and longevity of life, particularly in the fight against neurodegenerative diseases with aging as the greatest risk factor.”

 For more information on the Congressional Caucus for Longevity Science, please contact the office of Representative Bilirakis and Representative Tonko.