Press Releases
"I have worked tirelessly with my House colleagues passing legislation to protect this country and put its people above partisan politics – legislation which the Senate has failed to act on," said Bilirakis. "Therefore, tonight, I voted to avoid a national default, end the government shutdown, and provide certainty to all hardworking Americans, especially our veterans, active military personnel and seniors.
Community organizations will also be onsite, providing information about the health and wellness services available in Florida's 12th Congressional District. These include, but are not limited to nutritional guidance, preventative health care, home healthcare services, long-term care and safety tips.
"The tourism and travel industry is Florida's chief economic driver," said Bilirakis. "As our economy looks to rebound, the travel and tourism sectors provide a great opportunity for American growth and prosperity, and I look forward to working with my good friend, Congressman Farr, to help promote tourism both at home and abroad."
"Unaffordable flood insurance could potentially devastate home values, small businesses and entire communities across the country," said Bilirakis. "Florida has some of the highest flood insurance premiums in the country, and home sales in flood areas throughout the state have virtually halted as a result of astronomical rate quotes. We must secure temporary relief for the millions of homeowners and small businesses susceptible to steep rate increases across the country. Flood insurance accessibility and solvency must be balanced with consumer affordability."
"My staff and I stand ready to assist all constituents in Florida's 12th Congressional District," said Congressman Bilirakis. "By holding these office hours in Dade City, we hope to make it easier for residents in this area to use my office as a resource in matters concerning the federal government or to share their views on important issues facing our country and community."
"Thank you to those who have reached out to me through Facebook and Twitter or by contacting my office. I share many of your concerns in engaging in this civil war and will be voting no on the authorization of military force in Syria."
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"I appreciate the President's decision to respect the role of Congress and seek Congressional approval before taking military action in Syria. Engaging our military should include a clear, attainable goal and consider whether a direct national security risk to the United States exists. I share the concerns of many of my constituents in engaging in this civil war and will be returning to Washington to examine the evidence and debate this on the House floor."
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"The European Union's decision to designate Hezbollah's military wing as a terrorist organization is encouraging," said Bilirakis. "This designation will make it more difficult for Hezbollah to raise money to fund its terrorist activities and will hopefully weaken the organization's support and eventually render it obsolete. While I continue to call on members of the EU to designate the entire Hezbollah operation as a terrorist organization, I applaud them for taking this important step in the fight against terrorism."
"The European Union's decision to designate Hezbollah's military wing as a terrorist organization is encouraging," said Bilirakis. "This designation will make it more difficult for Hezbollah to raise money to fund its terrorist activities and will hopefully weaken the organization's support and eventually render it obsolete. While I continue to call on members of the EU to designate the entire Hezbollah operation as a terrorist organization, I applaud them for taking this important step in the fight against terrorism."
"The Administration's decision to allow individuals to self-certify their employment, income and health status under ObamaCare violates the conditions of the law and opens the system to fraud," said Bilirakis. "The No Taxation Without Verification Act would require the IRS to certify that all reporting requirements are met before the law's taxes are imposed on hardworking Americans and our nation's job creators."