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July 8, 2016

This week, Congress continued efforts to combat opioid abuse in the nation. Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) was appointed to the bipartisan House and Senate Conference Committee to represent the House.

July 8, 2016

Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12), along with Representatives Jason Smith (MO), John Lewis (GA), Kurt Schrader (OR), and Tom Marino (PA) today introduced legislation to help patients with End Stage Renal Disease, or ESRD.

July 7, 2016

The House Energy and Commerce Committee's Subcommittee on Health today held a hearing to review legislation to improve options for coordinating care for children with complex medical conditions.

July 6, 2016

Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) released the following statement regarding the FBI recommendation Secretary Clinton not be prosecuted:

July 6, 2016

The U.S. House of Representatives today advanced legislation to reform the nation's failing mental health care system.

H.R. 2646, the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act, legislation Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) co-sponsored, passed by a vote of 422-2.

Watch the Congressman's floor remarks on this bill:

June 30, 2016
Bilirakis Blog

This summer has been filled with important legislative landmarks, major hearings and votes, meetings with constituents, events in Florida's twelfth district and our nation's Capitol, and personal family milestones. Here are some of the highlights from the month:

June 27, 2016

Each time I meet with veterans, I come away from our conversations in awe and with a renewed desire to help support them.

Our veterans sit at the top of my priority list. As vice chair of the Veterans' Affairs Committee, I have worked on legislative initiatives to support them and help them as they transition to civilian life.

June 24, 2016

Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) issued the following statement regarding the Brexit vote:

"The people of the UK have spoken and we respect this decision. We will continue to work closely with our ally to strengthen our special relationship, and ensure global security and economic prosperity."

June 23, 2016

Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) released the following statement regarding the Supreme Court decision on the expanded DACA and DAPA programs:

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June 15, 2016

The Energy and Commerce Committee today advanced legislation to address mental health issues and help individuals and families across the nation.