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February 25, 2016

(Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Dean Heller (R-NV) and Jon Tester (D-MT) joined Congressman Gus Bilirakis (R-FL12) to introduce the Disabled Veterans Access to Space-A Travel Act. The legislation allows disabled Veterans with a permanent service-connected disability rated as 100 percent to travel aboard military aircraft under the Space-Available (Space-A) program.

February 25, 2016

The House Veterans' Affairs Committee today continued work to support our true American heroes.

February 23, 2016

Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) released the following statement regarding the President's plan to close Guantanamo Bay:

February 18, 2016
Bilirakis Blog

Ashleigh Pike is an inspiration to many in our community and across the nation. Her story touches patients, families, advocates, and health care professionals alike.

Ashleigh is one of the main driving forces behind important legislation passed by the House last year, my OPEN Act.

February 17, 2016

Last year, it was reported that Medicaid programs in four states, including Florida, were paying nearly $10 million for 200 deceased individuals.

February 10, 2016

The Veterans' Affairs Committee today reviewed the Department of Veterans' Affairs Budget request for Fiscal Year 2017. Congressman Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), Vice Chair of the Committee, questioned Secretary McDonald on the budget priorities and requests.

February 9, 2016

Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) released the following statement following President Obama's budget proposal for FY 2017:

February 5, 2016

Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) released the following statement regarding the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Inspector General report on patient scheduling issues at VA Medical Center in Tampa:

February 3, 2016

The Veterans' Affairs Committee Subcommittee on Health yesterday held an important hearing to improve the Choice program for Veterans.

February 2, 2016
Bilirakis Blog

This week, I met with several patients and more than 140 advocates, representing more than 10 organizations, during the annual Congenital Heart Legislative Conference. These leaders are working to improve and prolong the lives of those living with a congenital heart defect (CHD).