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Washington, DC (February 8, 2011) – Rep. Gus Bilirakis (FL-09) visited FEMA's headquarters today, where he met with Administrator Craig Fugate and other senior leaders to discuss ongoing emergency preparedness and response issues.
As Chairman of the Emergency Preparedness, Response and Communications Subcommittee, Bilirakis is responsible for the oversight of FEMA.
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The position will allow Bilirakis to play a vital role in providing veterans access to the benefits they have earned and deserve. At 1.7 million, Florida has the second-largest population of military veterans in the U.S.
"The House is listening to the message that Americans sent Washington this past fall," Bilirakis said. "America simply cannot afford a health care overhaul that costs jobs, spends over a trillion dollars and raises premiums.
"This is a terrible and unfortunate tragedy," Bilirakis said. "My thoughts and prayers continue to be with Rep. Giffords, her family, staff, and all the other victims and their families."
As Chairman, Bilirakis' position will be vital to the state of Florida, as he will oversee FEMA, emergency grant programs, communication during emergency situations, and disaster response and recovery efforts.