U.S. Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. 26th District of Texas

Press Releases

Burgess Does Not Support Auto Bailout
December 11, 2008  -Putting a band-aid on a gaping wound might cover the injury temporarily, but it doesn’t cure the problem in the long run. This is analogous to the automaker financing package passed by the House and that is why I could not support it. This bailout empowers the federal government to micromanage private industry in an unprecede... More

Local Artist Selected by Congressman Creates Ornament for 2008 White House Christmas Tree
December 9, 2008  -Today, U.S. Congressman Michael Burgess (TX-26) announced that local artist Jo Williams of Denton created a holiday ornament that is currently being displayed on the White House Christmas tree. Ms. Williams was selected by Burgess earlier this summer to represent the 26th Congressional District. Congressman Burgess noted that ... More

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Burgess in the News

Congressman Discusses Health Care Reform
October 30, 2008  -Exactly one week prior to election day, students at Texas Wesleyan University School of Law had the opportunity to hear about one of this year’s hot topics – health care reform – from Congressman Michael Burgess, of the 26th District of Texas. More... Note: When you click "more," you will be redirected from Representative Bur... More

Burgess making rounds for McCain health care proposal
October 30, 2008  -Blessed with an easy re-election campaign, Rep. Michael Burgess went in search of a fight. More... Note: When you click "more," you will be redirected from Representative Burgess' site to the original publication site. More

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Columns

Results of 2008 Farm Bill Survey
June 11, 2008  -Thank you to everyone who took my 2008 Farm Bill Survey.  It is important to me that I hear your opinions and insight into the issues facing Americans today, such as agriculture policy. I encourage you to take my new survey and let me know what you think Congress should do to respond to rising fuel prices.  This sur... More

Wrap-Up: Burgess Tele-Town Hall on May 20, 2008
May 21, 2008  -Last night’s tele-town hall was another success.  I called 34,000 of my constituents who reside in the Northeast portion of Tarrant County and over 6,000, or 18%, of you stayed on the line to listen and share your opinions.  I took 11 questions from participants, there were 150 individuals who requested to ask a question, and 14... More

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Personal Statements

Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008
October 2, 2008  - The text of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act that was passed by the Senate and is currently being considered by the House can be viewed by clicking on the following links: One Page Bill Summary: Click Here (pdf) Section-by-Section Analysis: Click Here (pdf) Full Bill Text (451 pages): Click Here (pdf) The... More

"Martial Law" In House of Representatives
September 28, 2008  -Under the martial law procedure, long-standing House rules that require at least one day between the unveiling of significant legislation and the House floor vote on that legislation — so that Members can learn what they are being asked to vote on — are swept away. Instead, under “martial law,” the Leadership can file legislatio... More

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