Representatives Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) and Lois Frankel (FL-22) have introduced a resolution today to honor the bravery and sacrifice of Veterans of the Korean War and the Korean Defense Veterans. The resolution, introduced on the eve of Veterans Day, seeks to acknowledge the service of these veterans and recognize their contributions to freedom and democracy.In a joint statement, Representatives Bilirakis and Frankel expressed their deep admiration for the veterans who fought in the Korean War and those who have served on the Korean Peninsula since then. They stated,...
Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) and his Congressional colleagues have expressed their concerns regarding the Biden Administration's recent restrictions on civilian firearm exports. In a letter sent on November 7, 2023, the lawmakers emphasized their commitment to protecting the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens.According to Congressman Bilirakis, President Biden has consistently worked towards eroding the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens. He cited previous instances where the administration restricted hunting and archery programs in schools....
Representatives Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR), Glenn Grothman (R-WI), Joe Morelle (D-NY), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Brian Higgins (D-NY), and Doris Matsui (D-CA) have introduced the Cancer Drug Parity Act in the House. The bill aims to lower costs for cancer patients who are prescribed oral medications by requiring health insurers to provide coverage that is equivalent to conventional intravenous (IV) treatments.Oral cancer treatments have proven to be a game-changer for cancer patients, as they can be administered at home and are less intrusive than IV...
The United States Department of Justice has awarded Citrus County $5,375,000 through the COPS Hiring Program (CHP) to hire 43 new deputies. This initiative is part of a nationwide effort to increase community policing capacity and reduce crime, with a total of nearly $217 million distributed to 394 agencies. Citrus County was among the top five highest recipients of funding in the country.Citrus County, experiencing a population explosion of 65 percent over the past three decades, has been facing a shortage of law enforcement personnel. Congressman Gus Bilirakis, while...