Congressman Gus Bilirakis Named New Vice-Chair Of The Congressional

CONGRESSMAN GUS BILIRAKIS NAMED NEW VICE-CHAIR OF THE CONGRESSIONAL ARMENIAN CAUCUS

10:48, 21 Oct 2014

Congressman Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) has been named Vice Chair of the
Congressional Armenian Caucus.

In addition to playing an active role in the Armenian Caucus, notably
efforts to secure Turkey’s return of confiscated Christian Armenian,
Greek, and Assyrian religious property and U.S. reaffirmation of
the Armenian Genocide, Rep. Bilirakis also serves as the Co-Chair of
the Congressional Caucus on Hellenic Issues, and as Co-Chair of the
Congressional Hellenic-Israel Caucus, among others.

“I look forward to working with like-minded House colleagues in
the Congressional Caucus on Armenian Issues to continue and grow the
Caucus’ focus on issues of concern to the Armenian American community,”
Congressman Bilirakis told FLArmenians.com.

“I have long admired the tenacity and strong will of the Armenian
people who have thrived despite enduring a history of suffering under
repressive regimes. I am especially gratified to be a part of the
Caucus as we come upon the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide –
a horrific massacre of over 1.5 million innocent Armenian men, women,
and children. I intend to work diligently so that the Caucus can pass
a resolution that expresses a sense of Congress that is meaningful
and effective. Finally, as Co-Chair of the Congressional Caucus
on Hellenic Affairs and Founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional
Hellenic-Israel Alliance, I am eager to help incorporate Armenia into
the broader discussion of energy and security issues with Greece,
Cyprus, and Israel. The Caucus has a long history of bi-partisan
cooperation which I look forward to continuing as we take on new
challenges in the years ahead.”

Bilirakis sits on the House Energy and Commerce Committee and is the
Vice Chair of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee.

From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress