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"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.
"My staff and I stand ready to assist all constituents in Florida's 12th Congressional District," said Congressman Bilirakis.
"We remember September 11, 2001, not only for the tragic events that occurred and the loved ones lost, but also for the strength and unity demonstrated by Americans that day ? a unique solidarity still found throughout our nation.
Last week, I joined many of my colleagues on a bipartisan letterto President Obama, requesting that he receive Congressional authorization before ordering U.S. military action in Syria.
Today, Congressman Gus M. Bilirakis (R-FL), brought together travel and tourism industry leaders, as well as businesses directly impacted by the industry, for a roundtable event at Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel. At this event, local travel leaders, including the U.S.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.