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July 7, 2016

The House Energy and Commerce Committee's Subcommittee on Health today held a hearing to review legislation to improve options for coordinating care for children with complex medical conditions.

July 6, 2016

Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) released the following statement regarding the FBI recommendation Secretary Clinton not be prosecuted:

July 6, 2016

The U.S. House of Representatives today advanced legislation to reform the nation's failing mental health care system.

H.R. 2646, the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act, legislation Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) co-sponsored, passed by a vote of 422-2.

Watch the Congressman's floor remarks on this bill:

June 27, 2016

Each time I meet with veterans, I come away from our conversations in awe and with a renewed desire to help support them.

Our veterans sit at the top of my priority list. As vice chair of the Veterans' Affairs Committee, I have worked on legislative initiatives to support them and help them as they transition to civilian life.

June 24, 2016

Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) issued the following statement regarding the Brexit vote:

"The people of the UK have spoken and we respect this decision. We will continue to work closely with our ally to strengthen our special relationship, and ensure global security and economic prosperity."

June 23, 2016

Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) released the following statement regarding the Supreme Court decision on the expanded DACA and DAPA programs:

Issues:Immigration
June 15, 2016

The Energy and Commerce Committee today advanced legislation to address mental health issues and help individuals and families across the nation.

June 14, 2016

The Energy and Commerce Committee's Subcommittee on Communications and Technology today reviewed the FCC's proposed privacy rules for broadband Internet service providers (ISPs).

June 13, 2016

Congressman Gus Bilirakis released the following statement regarding the Orlando tragedy:

June 13, 2016

Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), Vice-Chairman of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee, today announced an upcoming ceremony to recognize and remember those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during the Vietnam War.