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December 3, 2010
Bilirakis Blog
WASHINGTON, DC (December 3, 2010) – Less than 24 hours after Democrats passed a job-killing tax hike, news that the nation's unemployment rate jumped to 9.8 percent should serve as a resounding alarm that these current tax and spend policies are not working to restore America's economy.


"Simply talking about the need to create jobs won't help as long as Democrats pursue these fiscal attacks on our families and businesses," says Gus.

November 17, 2010
Bilirakis Blog

As the December 3 deadline to apply for special retroactive stop-loss pay approaches, Gus is encouraging eligible service members and veterans to contact the Department of Defense for information about receiving benefits.


Military members whose service was involuntarily extended under stop-loss between September 11, 2001, and September 30, 2009, are eligible for additional benefits.

November 16, 2010
Palm Harbor, Fla. (November 10, 2010) – Staff members for U.S. Rep. Gus M. Bilirakis (FL-9) will host a community outreach event in northern Hillsborough County from 10-11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010, at the Jimmie B. Keel Library, 2902 West Bearss Avenue Tampa, Fla.

Citizens are encouraged to stop by to ask questions about any federal services or seek help in dealing with federal agencies, such as the Veterans Administration, IRS, or Social Security Administration.

October 26, 2010
Bilirakis Blog

WASHINGTON, DC (October 26, 2010) – For his dedication to helping senior citizens, Congressman Gus Bilirakis has been named a Guardian of Seniors' Rights by the 60 Plus Association.

October 18, 2010
Bilirakis Blog

WASHINGTON, DC (October 18, 2010) – Last week, Gus had the pleasure of meeting with Debbie Struk, who won this year's Mrs. Countryside award from the Countryside Rotary for her community involvement.


"It is people like Mrs. Struk who make this such a great country," Gus said. "Her big heart and selfless attitude have made Countryside a better place and we can all learn a lot about the importance of community service and outreach from Mrs. Struk."

October 14, 2010
Bilirakis Blog

WASHINGTON, DC (October 15, 2010) – One of Gus' biggest oppositions to Obamacare has been that it will raise health care costs, especially for seniors. Now, here's more proof that, unfortunately, that will be the case.