{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "rows": [["https://bilirakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/bilirakis-host-20th-annual-veterans-resource-fair-senators-scott-and-moody", "Bilirakis to Host 20th Annual Veterans Resource Fair with Senators Scott and Moody", "2026-09-17", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "FL", "Gus M. Bilirakis", "B001257", "bilirakis.house.gov", "bilirakis", "https://bilirakis.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "PASCO COUNTY, - Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) will host his 20th Annual Veterans Resource Fair on Saturday, September 26, 2026. This year\u2019s event will be jointly hosted by U.S. Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody. For two decades, this annual Veterans Resource Fair has brought together organizations and agencies from throughout the community to help Veterans and their families connect directly with the benefits, services, and support they have earned. This year\u2019s fair will feature resources related to Veterans claims assistance and education benefits, healthcare, job placement and employment services, housing assistance, social services, and more.\n\n\u201cServing those who have served our nation is one of my highest priorities, and I\u2019m incredibly proud that we are celebrating the 20th year of bringing this important event directly to our local Veterans and their families,\u201d said Congressman Gus Bilirakis. \u201cOur Veterans have sacrificed so much in defense of our freedoms, and we have a responsibility to ensure they can access the benefits, healthcare, opportunities, and support they have earned. Too often, Veterans simply don\u2019t know about all of the resources available to them or where to turn for help. That\u2019s exactly why we bring these organizations together under one roof - to make it easier for Veterans and their families to get answers, make connections, and access the assistance they deserve. I\u2019m grateful to Senators Scott and Moody for joining me this year as we continue working together to serve those who have served us.\u201d\n\nSenator Rick Scott said, \u201cAs a Navy veteran and the son of a World War II veteran, I know firsthand the service and sacrifice our veterans and their families make \u2013 and the toll those sacrifices can take long-term. As Florida\u2019s U.S. Senator, it is crucial to me that our federal government stands with them and that every veteran can access the benefits he or she has earned. That starts with ensuring our veterans and their families have the information, resources, and help they need to make the process as easy as possible. That starts with ensuring our veterans and their families have the information, resources, and help they need to make the process as easy as possible, which is why I am grateful for Congressman Gus Bilirakis\u2019 leadership and I am glad to join him and Senator Ashley Moody in hosting the 20th Annual Veterans Resource Fair. I encourage veterans and their families in Florida\u2019s 12th Congressional District to come learn more about your benefits.\u201d\n\n\u201cOur veterans answered the call to serve our nation, and we have a responsibility to stand with them when they return home. I\u2019m happy to cohost Congressman Bilirakis\u2019s 20th Annual Veterans Resource Fairs to help connect those who served with the benefits, resources, and support they\u2019ve earned. I\u2019ll always fight to ensure Florida\u2019s veterans and their families are supported and never forgotten,\u201d said Senator Ashley Moody.\n\nThe event is free and open to Veterans and their families. Attendees will have an opportunity to speak directly with participating organizations, ask questions, learn more about available programs, and receive assistance identifying resources that may meet their individual needs. Veterans are encouraged to RSVP by calling 727-232-2921.\n\nEVENT DETAILS\n\nWHAT: Veterans Resource Fair Jointly Hosted by Representative Gus Bilirakis, U.S. Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody\n\nWHEN: Saturday, September 26, 2026 - 10:00 a.m. \u2013 12:00 p.m.\n\nWHERE: Sunlake High School, 3023 Sunlake Blvd., Land O\u2019 Lakes, FL 34638", 1, "2026-09-18T09:27:43Z", "2026-09-18T09:29:09Z"]], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "primary_key_values": ["https://bilirakis.house.gov/media/press-releases/bilirakis-host-20th-annual-veterans-resource-fair-senators-scott-and-moody"], "units": {}, "query_ms": 1.5422510914504528, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}