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Gus Bilirakis

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Gus Michael Bilirakis is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Florida's 12th congressional district since January 4, 2007. A member of the Republican Party, Bilirakis has focused on issues such as healthcare, veterans' affairs, and economic development throughout his tenure. He has been involved in various legislative initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for his constituents and addressing national concerns. Bilirakis has also served on several committees, contributing to discussions on critical policy matters.

Apr 28, 2025

Mr. Speaker, let me tell you, the speaker on the floor of the House of Representatives in the great State of Florida used to begin his speeches by saying, ``I am fired up.'' I am fired up, Mr. Speaker, because we are going to pass a great…

Congressional Record · 2025-04-28
Apr 28, 2025

Madam Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. 617) to amend the Visit America Act to promote music tourism, and for other purposes. The Clerk read the title of the bill. The text of the bill is as follows: H.R. 617 Be…

Congressional Record · 2025-04-28
Apr 28, 2025

Mr. Speaker, in closing, I encourage a ``yes'' vote on this particular bill. Again, I commend Representatives Trahan and Carey. I yield back the balance of my time.

Congressional Record · 2025-04-28
Apr 28, 2025

Madam Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and insert extraneous material in the Record for this particular bill. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there…

Congressional Record · 2025-04-28
Apr 28, 2025

Madam Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Madam Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 617, the American Music Tourism Act of 2025, led by the gentlewoman from Tennessee (Mrs. Harshbarger), my good friend and a…

Congressional Record · 2025-04-28
Apr 28, 2025

Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as she may consume to the gentlewoman from Florida (Ms. Salazar), the House sponsor of this particular bill, who is my good friend and a very effective Member of Congress.

Congressional Record · 2025-04-28
Apr 28, 2025

Mr. Speaker, in closing, I commend Representative Wittman and Representative Castor for their good work on this particular bill, and I urge passage. I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Fulcher). The question…

Congressional Record · 2025-04-28
Apr 28, 2025

Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. I rise today in strong support of H.R. 1442, the Youth Poisoning Protection Act, led by Representative Trahan. Since 2017, the United States has experienced a troubling increase in…

Congressional Record · 2025-04-28
Apr 28, 2025

Madam Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous material in the Record on the bill. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the…

Congressional Record · 2025-04-28
Apr 28, 2025

Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. 973) to establish consumer standards for lithium-ion batteries. The Clerk read the title of the bill. The text of the bill is as follows: H.R. 973 Be it enacted by the Senate…

Congressional Record · 2025-04-28

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