Press Release: Bilirakis Says House Passage of Veterans Bills Moves Major Richard Star Act Closer to Law
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Bilirakis praises House passage of two bills advancing legislation to eliminate the military retirement offset for some wounded veterans.
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Bilirakis on veterans legislation: Congressman Gus Bilirakis said the House passed two measures aimed at ending what he calls the “wounded Veteran tax” for certain combat-injured, medically retired veterans. The bills are the standalone Major Richard Star Act and the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act, which includes some related provisions.
What the bills would do: The measures would address an offset that can reduce retirement pay for some veterans who also receive VA disability compensation. Bilirakis said he supports the legislation and will keep pursuing “every viable legislative pathway,” while noting the funding approach in TCAVA is not his preferred option.
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Gus M. Bilirakis Fundraising
Gus M. Bilirakis recently disclosed $83.4K of fundraising in a Pre-General FEC disclosure filed on October 22nd, 2026. This was the 269th most from all Pre-General reports we have seen this year. 58.1% came from individual donors.
Bilirakis disclosed $329.7K of spending. This was the 232nd most from all Pre-General reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Bilirakis disclosed $254.2K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 509th most from all Pre-General reports we have seen this year.
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Gus M. Bilirakis Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Gus M. Bilirakis:
- H.R.10840: To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to complete a study and report on retention practices with respect to non-clinical personnel at health care facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
- H.R.10532: Beagle Liberation Act of 2026
- H.R.10359: Priority for Pediatric Cures Act
- H.R.10185: Part D Premium Protection Act of 2026
- H.R.10121: To obtain and direct the placement in the Capitol or on the Capitol Grounds of a statue to honor American humanitarian and star athlete Roberto Clemente of Puerto Rico.
- H.R.9978: Homeowners Premium Tax Reduction Act of 2026
You can track bills proposed by Gus M. Bilirakis on Investivoq's politician page for Bilirakis.
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