Gus M. Bilirakis

A special thank you to all the students and families in our community who attended my Military Academy Information Night this week. It was truly inspiring to see so many young people exploring oppo...

It was great to meet with outgoing CEO Mark Wickham of Youth and Family Advocates (YFA) and incoming CEO Susan Eby to discuss the incredible work their organization is doing to support vulnerable c...

I was proud to attend this month’s Pasco County Commission meeting, where I had the opportunity to recognize the Community Development Department for receiving a national innovation award. This wel...

I enjoyed meeting with Raymond Kraus, owner of All American Gunslingers, a veteran-owned firearms training, retail, and indoor shooting range facility in New Port Richey, to learn more about both h...

I was proud to host my annual “Heroes Among Us” event, where every local government and nonprofit organization is invited to nominate their Volunteer of the Year for special recognition. This tradi...

I was honored to speak with residents at the Togetherhood Meeting in Brooksville about the work I am doing in Washington to support local communities, including key infrastructure projects for whic...

As Chair of the Travel and Tourism Caucus in Congress, I am always looking for new and innovative ways to highlight and promote the incredible regional assets that the Nature Coast and Tampa Bay ar...

On Gold Star Spouses Day, we honor and remember the husbands and wives of our fallen servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their loved ones wore the uniform with...

I want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a joyful and blessed holiday. May your day be filled with hope, renewal, and meaningful time with family and friends. Happy Easter!

I enjoyed the opportunity to speak with the Hernando Business Connector Group this week about the work I am doing in Washington to support and strengthen our small business community. It was a grea...

This week, I had the opportunity to meet with small business owners in Port Richey alongside Mayor John Eric Hoover and Vice Mayor Chris Maher where we had a productive discussion about the challen...

Wishing all who celebrate a joyful and meaningful Passover. As families gather to observe this sacred holiday, we reflect on the enduring story of freedom, faith, and resilience. May this season o...

Last night, I had the pleasure of speaking with members of the local AMAC chapter to hear their thoughtful perspectives on how we can best tackle the challenges facing our country and our community...

Yesterday, I was proud to attend the grand opening of tiny homes at @vincenthousepasco - an impactful project made possible through a federal grant I was honored to help secure. This innovative pro...

Today, on National Doctor’s Day, we honor the incredible dedication, skill, and compassion of doctors across our nation. Their tireless work not only heals bodies but also uplifts communities, ins...

We honor the brave men and women who served in the Vietnam War. 🇺🇸 Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to our country will never be forgotten. On National Vietnam Veterans Day, we remember the...

Protecting the health and safety of our communities - especially our children - must always be a top priority. When a substance is linked to hospitalizations and even loss of life, Congress has a c...

It was great to meet with local members of the Florida Farm Bureau who were in Washington this week advocating for the needs of those who keep America fed. Their dedication to strengthening our agr...

Today, we proudly celebrate Greek Independence Day, honoring the courage and resilience of the people of Greece and their fight for freedom during the Greek War of Independence. On March 25, 1821,...

Today, on Medal of Honor Day, we honor the extraordinary bravery and selflessness of our nation’s Medal of Honor recipients. 🇺🇸 These heroes have gone above and beyond the call of duty, risking eve...