Gus M. Bilirakis
Gus Michael Bilirakis is an American lawyer and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Florida's 12th congressional district since 2013. A member of the Republican Party, he first entered Congress in 2007, where he succeeded his father Michael Bilirakis, representing Florida's 9th congressional district until redistricting. His district includes much of the northern portion of the Tampa Bay area. Bilirakis previously served as the Florida state representative for the 48th district from 1998 to 2006.
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Background
Born
1963-02-08, Gainesville
Education
St. Petersburg College, University of Florida, Stetson University College of Law, Tarpon Springs High School
Prior Occupations
politician, lawyer, professor
Positions Held
member of the Florida House of Representatives, United States representative
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Country
United States
Chamber
House
Party
Republican
State
Florida
Status
Current member
In office since
2007
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