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"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.
"Many foreign students come here with noble intentions, and while not all terrorists have come to the U.S. under the guise of a student visa, many do," said Bilirakis, a member of the House Homeland Security Committee. "Terrorists have found a loop hole in our nation's security, and we must close that loop hole."
By CARL ORTH | The Suncoast News
Published: March 26, 2011
NEW PORT RICHEY - Since much of Pasco County falls within a 50-mile zone of a nuclear power plant, Pasco officials have been reviewing nuclear emergency plans this week.
Watch Rep. Bilirakis discuss the one-year anniversary of the health care overhaul
One year ago today, President Obama signed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act into law. Don't be fooled by the clever title.
As Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response and Communications, Gus held a hearing on Thursday to examine the Department of Homeland Security's preparedness related to health issues. The witness was Dr. Alexander Garza, Assistant Secretary for Health Affairs and Chief Medical Officer with DHS.
"As the devastation continues in Japan, my thoughts and prayers continue to be with those affected by this terrible natural disaster.
"I commend Florida Governor Rick Scott's proactive call to review emergency preparedness plans at the state's nuclear plants and urge other state leaders to take the necessary steps to ensure that effective response plans are in place should we face a disaster at one of our nation's nuclear plants. We must continue to review the response measures we have in place, including the most efficient way to distribute aid during such an emergency."
"Terrorist organizations have become increasingly adept at using the Internet and social media to recruit, inspire, and motivate individuals already in the United States to carry out attacks on their behalf," Bilirakis said. "We must combat the use of the Internet and other technology by terrorist organizations to inspire and encourage attacks by those who are already here."
Bilirakis also questioned the witnesses about the most popular demographics that are being targeted for radicalization by terrorist groups, and the extent to which youth are at-risk.
"When it comes to preparing for and responding to emergencies, we can never be too equipped for what we may face, so it's important that we have these meetings with Administrator Fugate," Bilirakis said. "My goal is to ensure that FEMA, state, and local response groups are working together and have the resources they need, while at the same time making certain Americans' tax dollars are being used efficiently and effectively."