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Congressman Bilirakis has been a long-time proponent of the public education system, both in the Florida Legislature and now in Congress. As a father of four boys, all of whom graduated from or currently attend public school, he understands the link between a robust public education system and a vital and thriving nation.

Rep. Bilirakis and Students from Gulfside Elementary School

Bilirakis has supported legislation to increase access to higher education by raising the maximum Pell Grant (federal assistance that deserving students do not have to repay) award. Congressman Bilirakis also has voted to improve the Head Start program to help close the learning gap between children from disadvantaged families and their more well-off peers.

In the 113th Congress, Bilirakis supported legislation, which is now law, to help make college more affordable by permanently reducing interest rates on federally-subsidized student loans. He also voted in favor of legislation that would return the control of the public school system to localities, by empowering teachers, families, and local school boards.

Congressman Bilirakis regularly holds college fairs for high school seniors and juniors, and their families. These fairs provide students and their families with the information they need to make the higher education choice most appropriate for that student and his or her family.  

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13-Jan-08 Bilirakis Blog Skerritt writes about Gus's upcoming Homeowners Education Seminar
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