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The hearing, titled "Taking Measure of Countermeasures: A review of government and industry efforts to protect the homeland through accelerated research, development, and acquisition of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear medical countermeasures," is the first in a two-part series of hearings to examine the nation's preparedness as it relates to medical responses.

"The event will act as a one-stop shop for students and parents to learn more about financial aid resources, the college admissions process, and speak with school representatives face-to-face," Bilirakis said.

"We can never be too prepared for potential emergency situations, and this program helps local and state governments ensure that our citizens are safe," said Bilirakis, Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response and Communications.

"It is our duty to ensure that our troops and their families receive a paycheck on time and have the resources they need," Bilirakis said. "These brave men and women should be our top priority, as they have made protecting our country their top priority."

"It's extremely troubling that the U.S. government would grant a visa to the son of such a despicable individual," said Bilirakis, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response and Communications and member of the Foreign Affairs Committee. "This raises very legitimate concerns about the security of our visa program."

"Florida's unemployment rate remains one of the highest in the country, so we must do all we can to connect those who are out of work with employers," Bilirakis said. "This career fair will serve as an excellent opportunity for those in search of jobs to meet with potential employers in the area."