Representatives Bilirakis and Buchanan introduced the USMCA Travel and Tourism Resiliency Act to enhance the U.S. travel sector.
Quiver AI Summary
Representatives Bilirakis and Buchanan introduce new tourism legislation: Representatives Gus Bilirakis and Vern Buchanan have introduced the USMCA Travel and Tourism Resiliency Act, aimed at enhancing the U.S. travel sector ahead of the 250th anniversary of America. This act seeks to establish formal representation for travel and tourism in trade discussions related to the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Legislation goals and economic impact: The bill proposes a Travel and Tourism Trade Working Group to address trade barriers and improve cross-border travel with Canada and Mexico, crucial for maximizing tourism during the anniversary celebrations. Bilirakis emphasized the economic importance of tourism, stating it supports millions of jobs.
Congressional commitment to tourism: Buchanan highlighted tourism as a key economic driver in waterfront districts, asserting the need for effective travel operations to maintain industry strength. The USMCA Travel and Tourism Resiliency Act reflects Congress's ongoing dedication to enhancing international engagement and economic prospects through the America 250 initiative.
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Gus M. Bilirakis Fundraising
Gus M. Bilirakis recently disclosed $125.4K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 30th, 2026. This was the 667th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 32.6% came from individual donors.
Bilirakis disclosed $107.3K of spending. This was the 703rd most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Bilirakis disclosed $347.8K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 706th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Gus M. Bilirakis's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Gus M. Bilirakis Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Gus M. Bilirakis:
- H.R.7027: To amend title 10, United States Code, to eliminate the recoupment of separation pay, special separation benefits, and voluntary separation incentive payments from members of the Armed Forces who subsequently receive disability compensation under laws administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs and to impose limitations on the authority of the Secretary of Defense to recoup such pay from members who subsequently receive military retired or retainer pay.
- H.R.6840: ARMENIA Security Partnership Act
- H.R.6484: Kids Online Safety Act
- H.R.6128: VISIT USA Act
- H.R.4837: Written Informed Consent Act
- H.R.4312: SCORE Act
You can track bills proposed by Gus M. Bilirakis on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Bilirakis.
2026 Florida's 12th Congressional District Election
There has been approximately $1,865,629 of spending in Florida's 12th congressional district elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $137,299 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
- VETERANS AID PAC ($82,788)
- UNITED VETERANS ALLIANCE OF AMERICA PAC ($54,510)
The rating for this race is currently "Solid R".
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