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Yesterday, the Energy and Commerce Committee's Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade held a hearing to examine proposals to keep families safe on the road.
Some 75 veterans had plenty to smile about after the inaugural Stars, Stripes and Smiles event.
The office of U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis and the West Pasco Dental Association set up the free dental care for soldiers at Pasco-Hernando State College West Campus. PHSC dental students gave their help as well.
Today, the House Veterans' Affairs Committee held a hearing to examine the VA Office of Inspector General's report on the inappropriate use of position and the misuse of the relocation program and incentives. Of the six witnesses expected to testify, Linda Halliday, Deputy Inspector General from the Office of Inspector General, was the only witness in attendance.
Today, Speaker Boehner signed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This legislation, which will authorize necessary funds for the Department of Defense to provide our military with the tools they need to defend our country, now heads to the President's desk.
Congressman Gus Bilirakis today released the following statement in response to the recent spike in violence across Israel and the Palestinian territories:
As Vice Chair of the Veterans' Affairs Committee, I have seen firsthand the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of our Veterans. I am forever grateful for our nation's true American heroes and their efforts to keep us safe. That is why I have been devoted to helping our Veterans transition to civilian life.
This past Friday, the office of Congressman Gus Bilirakis in collaboration with the West Pasco Dental Association held the first ever Stars, Stripes, and Smiles event, which took place at Pasco-Hernando State College.
Today, the Energy and Commerce Committee's Subcommittee on Health held a hearing to continue efforts to address the nation's drug abuse crisis.
Today, the Energy and Commerce Committee's Subcommittee on Communications and Technology held a hearing to examine ways to improve federal spectrum systems.
Today, the Veterans' Affairs Committee held an oversight hearing on the Independent Assessment of the Health Care Delivery Systems and Management Processes of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
The Independent Assessment evaluates every aspect of the Veterans' Health Administration. Recent assessments found many systemic shortfalls and significant flaws across VHA.