Press Releases
"Gosnell's recent trial revealed the horrifying details of illegal late-term abortions and the danger they pose to women and children. Today, I joined my colleagues in support of H.R. 1797, the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, which aims to protect unborn children and their mothers by preventing these atrocities from happening again. As a father of four and a U.S.
?Along with many Floridians, I?m concerned about the alarming increase in prescription drug abuse and the illegal sales of prescription medications,? said Bilirakis. ?Issues concerning both the overprescribing and the illegal use and sale of these drugs need to be addressed both at the federal and state level.?
?Along with many Floridians, I?m concerned about the alarming increase in prescription drug abuse and the illegal sales of prescription medications,? said Bilirakis. ?Issues concerning both the overprescribing and the illegal use and sale of these drugs need to be addressed both at the federal and state level.?
"This important piece of legislation fixes an inequity that punishes both seniors and audiologists," said Bilirakis "It also expands access to care for our seniors on Medicare and increases the choices they have when treating their hearing needs."
The first amendment would allow disabled veterans with a service-connected permanent disability rated as total to utilize Space-Available travel on Department of Defense (DOD) aircraft at no-cost. The Space-Available program is a DOD program, which allows active duty service members, their families, retirees and certain others to fill empty seats on DOD flights.
"As Vice-Chairman of the Veterans' Affairs Committee and Co-Chairman of the Military Veterans Caucus, I am working to ensure our veterans receive the benefits, care and opportunity they've earned," said Bilirakis.
"The IRS' admission that it unfairly targeted conservative groups is a direct and obvious assault on our Constitution. No branch of government should be used to harass and judge the American people, and Americans cannot, and will not, accept judgment based upon their beliefs.
"Tourism is a chief economic driver for Florida, bolstering job creation across the state," said Bilirakis. "From our amusement and theme parks to our white, sandy beaches, Florida has something for everyone. VISIT FLORIDA was able to share Florida's success story as a leader in tourism, as well as provide insight into how Congress can better support this vibrant industry."