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Last week, Gus joined a bipartisan group of lawmakers in submitting a letter to the House Ways & Means Committee, which crafts the nation's tax policy, encouraging the committee to include the extension of the state and local sales tax deduction when Congress considers a larger tax extension package early next year.
Rep. Gus Bilirakis (FL-09), a member of the House Homeland Security Committee, was one of the first congressmen to call for Holder's resignation, and continues to do so, especially after Holder himself called the program "inexcusable" and "wholly unacceptable."
Rep. Gus Bilirakis (FL-09), a member of the House Homeland Security Committee, was one of the first congressmen to call for Holder's resignation, and continues to do so, especially after Holder himself called the program "inexcusable" and "wholly unacceptable."
"Homeownership is one of the cornerstones of the American dream, and given the current downturn in the housing market, many families are insecure about their most important investment," Bilirakis said. "To help homeowners, I am bringing together leaders in home finance to aid families and individuals in navigating these uncertain times."
"Congress should not be exempt from rules that apply to the rest of the public, and there should be no question about the motives of those elected to lead the government," Bilirakis said. "Washington must become more open, honest and transparent, and the STOCK Act is an important step in that direction."
Bilirakis addressed these concerns at a Veterans Affairs Committee hearing on Wednesday that examined the certification process, which has received criticism for being inefficient and burdensome.
Bilirakis addressed these concerns at a Veterans Affairs Committee hearing on Wednesday that examined the certification process, which has received criticism for being inefficient and burdensome.