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July 26, 2011

"I am pleased that this bill included my language as it relates to Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), Cyprus and the Ecumenical Patriarchate. This is a major step in the right direction for religious freedom and I look forward to it advancing to the House floor.

July 15, 2011

"Cut, Cap and Balance is a strong proposal to get our debt under control and signals that we are serious about improving America's fiscal situation and changing the way Washington spends tax dollars," Bilirakis said.

July 13, 2011

"I find it very troubling that the United States government would willfully allow weapons to be acquired by dangerous criminal and drug trafficking organizations, thus compromising our strategic and national interests," Bilirakis said.

July 13, 2011

"I find it very troubling that the United States government would willfully allow weapons to be acquired by dangerous criminal and drug trafficking organizations, thus compromising our strategic and national interests," Bilirakis said.

July 8, 2011

"I am proud to stand in bipartisan solidarity with my colleagues to send an unequivocal message to the Palestinian Authority: The U.S. Congress will continue to stand by Israel during this tumultuous time in the Middle East and oppose any unilateral declaration or recognition of a Palestinian state outside of an agreement negotiated between Israel and the Palestinians.

July 8, 2011

"The various disasters we have had in the country this year illustrate that timely communication is vital in an emergency and that the availability of critical information can help individuals protect themselves from harm," Bilirakis said.

July 7, 2011

"I regularly visit with businesses throughout my Congressional district," said Bilirakis, a member of the House Homeland Security Committee. "Too often, I hear from them that the federal government appears, at best, indifferent to the concerns of America's job creators."

July 5, 2011

"Frank has always been more than willing to lend a helping hand to his community and to his fellow veterans," Bilirakis said. "He has been a true hero for me as I have made it a priority to ensure our veterans receive the benefits they deserve.

June 29, 2011

"It's heartbreaking to watch the events in Greece and I pray that the people of Greece will have the strength, determination, and patience to get through this economic crisis," Bilirakis said. "I am pleased Greece took the right course of action and passed austerity measures, but the situation in Greece should serve as a wakeup call to all nations, including the U.S.

June 23, 2011

"Billions of taxpayer dollars are being used for education programs for our nation's veterans," Bilirakis said.