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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.
The college fair will feature representatives from regional colleges, local career education and technical training schools, and service academies. In addition, the fair will include breakout sessions with admissions officers from the University of Florida, financial aid experts from the University of South Florida, and representatives from the service academies.
Washington, DC (April 11, 2011) ? Last month, Gus visited the Soldier and Family Assistance Center (SFAC) at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Gus has long been a proponent of the SFAC, and has advocated for its expansion nationwide.
The SFAC assists wounded warriors and their families during their time of need and provides both federal and private resources to the soldiers and families.
Determining the next step for your child after high school graduation can be difficult for both parents and students alike. Simply navigating the admissions and student financial aid process can make an already anxious situation even more complicated. As a father of four children, Gus understands how stressful this time can be, but examining your options early on can ensure that your child receives the opportunity and quality education he or she deserves.
"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.
The MMRS program helps jurisdictions develop response plans, conduct exercises and training, and acquire medical countermeasures and personal protective equipment for dealing with large-scale biological events.
"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."
Khamis Qaddafi abruptly left the U.S. and returned to Libya in February to lead the Khamis Brigade, a notorious special forces unit that has been described as "one of the most active in terms of attacking innocent people."
"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."
The Career Fair is free and open to the public. Job-seekers should dress professionally, bring plenty of resumes, and prepare for potential interview situations.
By Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.)
Published April 1, 2011 12:59 PM ET
Many foreign students come to the United States with noble intentions of receiving a world-class education. Unfortunately, terrorists have taken to exploiting our nation's well-intentioned student visa process to gain access into our country.
By Rep. Gus Bilirakis
Published March 30, 2011
On Feb. 23, the FBI arrested Khalid Ali-M Aldawsari, a 20-year-old Saudi national studying in the United States on a student visa, for plotting terrorist attacks against soldiers, critical infrastructure and former President George W. Bush.
The Times Square bomber, Faisal Shahzad, reportedly first entered the United States on a student visa.
Several Sept. 11, 2001, terrorists overstayed their student visas.