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


  • Speaker Hastert Names Burgess to Prescription Drug Action Team
    Apr 11, 2003  - Congressman Michael C. Burgess (TX-26) was named by House Speaker, Dennis Hastert, to his “Prescription Drug Action Team,” which will develop Medicare Prescription Drug legislation. The Committee will focus on lowering the cost of prescription drugs for senior citizens. The Speaker’s announcement ... More
  • Burgess Votes to Fund America
    Apr 10, 2003  - Congressman Michael C. Burgess (TX-26) voted in favor of the fiscal year 2004 Budget Resolution to protect America, strengthen the economy and create jobs, and promote fiscal responsibility. “This budget balances the budget and I am proud to support funding vital issues for next year,” said Congr... More
  • Burgess Supports Common Sense Lawsuit Prevention
    Apr 9, 2003  - Congressman Michael C. Burgess (TX-26) voted in favor of The Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (H.R. 1036), which brings an end to frivolous lawsuits against the firearm industry. “Today, I supported the 2nd Amendment rights of law-abiding Americans,” said Congressman Burgess. “We must ... More
  • Burgess Votes to Encourage Savings
    Apr 2, 2003  - Today, Congressman Michael C. Burgess voted in favor of H.R. 522, The Federal Deposit Insurance Reform Act of 2003, a bill to encourage future generations to save for their futures. The legislation increases coverage limits for individual accounts from $100,000 to $130,000 and passed by overwhelmin... More
  • Burgess Lends Hand to Help Local Fire Departments
    Mar 23, 2003  - Congressman Michael C. Burgess offers to help local area fire fighters receive grant money available through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program announced by Department of Homeland Security, Secretary Tom Ridge. Approximately $750 million is available to help rural, urban and suburban fire... More
  • Burgess Lends Hand to Help Local Fire Departments
    Mar 23, 2003  - Congressman Michael C. Burgess offers to help local area fire fighters receive grant money available through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program announced by Department of Homeland Security, Secretary Tom Ridge. Approximately $750 million is available to help rural, urban and suburban fire... More
  • Burgess Votes to Support America's Soldiers
    Mar 20, 2003  - Today, Congressman Michael C. Burgess voted in favor of H.R. 1307, the Armed Forces Tax Fairness Act of 2003, a bill to improve the standard of living and offer tax relief to the brave members of America’s Armed Forces. The legislation gives military personnel and their families $478 million in tax... More
  • Congress Overwhelmingly Puts Children First
    Mar 16, 2003  - Today, Congressman Michael C. Burgess (TX-26) voted in favor of protecting children by supporting HR 1104, the “Child Abduction Prevention Act.” The House today overwhelmingly approved legislation by a 410 to 14 margin. “A missing child is any parents worst nightmare. We must ensure that law ... More
  • Burgess: Decent Nations Treat POW’s Humanely
    Mar 12, 2003  - Following the capture of U.S. soldiers by Iraqi forces, Congressman Michael C. Burgess today voted for a resolution warning Saddam Hussein and his regime of their obligation to treat prisoners of war humanely and abide by the rules of the Geneva Convention. “Words can not describe the outrage I ... More
  • Statement from Congressman Michael C. Burgess Regarding President George W. Bush’s Address to the American People
    Mar 12, 2003  - Congressman Burgess released the following statement: “President Bush made a somber but powerful speech this evening before the American people regarding Saddam Hussein’s corrupt Iraqi regime. “I support President Bush for giving a final ultimatum to Saddam Hussein to leave Iraq in exile or ... More