Washington, Jan. 22 -- Congressman Gus Bilirakis issued the following press release:
Congressman Gus Bilirakis today highlighted major policy and funding achievements he helped secure in the FY2026 Appropriations package passed by the House this week. The package includes eight health care policy measures he co-authored and $5.5 million for local projects he sponsored.
Key Bilirakis Authored Policy Wins to Help Seniors and Kids with Cancer:
* Senior Savings Protection Act - Co-authored by Bilirakis, this legislation reauthorizes programs under the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA), extending $30 million in federal funding through December 31, 2027. MIPPA grants help low-income Medicare beneficiaries access coun...