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


  • Rep. Burgess Says Confronting Climate Change and Economic Growth Don’t Have to Be Mutually Exclusive
    Jan 17, 2008  - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE STATEMENT   Rep. Burgess Says Confronting Climate Change and Economic Growth Don’t Have to Be Mutually Exclusive     Washington, D.C. –Congressman Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas), M.D., today urged Congress and the Administration to recognize we can address climate change... More
  • Rep. Burgess’ Web Site Wins 2007 Bronze Mouse Award
    Jan 16, 2008  - The Website of Rep. Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-Lewisville) has been honored by the non-profit, non-partisan Congressional Management Foundation (CMF) as one of the best in Congress.  The site, http://burgess.house.gov/, is commended in The 2007 Gold Mouse Report: Lessons from the Best Web Sites on ... More
  • Health Care in America: Past, Present, and Future
    Jan 15, 2008  - Click here to watch the video Madam Speaker, I come to the House floor tonight to talk, like I often do, a little bit about health care. And this is the first day that the Congress is back in session after the December recess. And legitimately, someone might ask is it maybe a little early to begi... More
  • Rep. Burgess' Statement on the Passing of Chairman Ric Williamson
    Dec 30, 2007  -   Congressman Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas), M.D., today issued the following statement regarding the death of Texas Transportation Commission Chairman Ric Williamson : "My heart goes out to the family of Ric Williamson during this difficult time. Ric will always be remembered by his friend... More
  • Rep. Burgess Reacts to the Tragic Death of Benazir Bhutto
    Dec 27, 2007  -   Congressman Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas), M.D., today issued the following statement about the assassination of Pakistani Opposition Leader Benazir Bhutto: Benazir Bhutto was a charismatic and courageous leader. Her tragic death is a loss to Pakistan and to the cause of democracy around t... More
  • Burgess Announces Over $3.6 Million in Flood Control Funding for Pecan Creek
    Dec 27, 2007  -   U.S. Rep. Michael Burgess (R-TX), M.D., today announced over $3.6 million in federal money will go to the Pecan Creek flood control project in 2008. “An investment in flood control for Pecan Creek is an investment in saving lives,” said Rep. Burgess. “After witnessing the destruction and... More
  • Burgess Announces Over $1.2 Million in Funding for Projects in Fort Worth and Surrounding Areas
    Dec 27, 2007  -   U.S. Rep. Michael Burgess (R-TX), M.D., today announced $1,217,900 in federal funding to provide transportation, economic development, and early childhood services for the city of Fort Worth and surrounding communities. “Giving our children a healthy start in life is one of the greatest... More
  • Burgess Announces Over $6.5 Million in Funding for Denton County
    Dec 27, 2007  -   U.S. Rep. Michael Burgess (R-TX), M.D., today announced over $6.5 million in federal money will go to local law enforcement, transportation, education, and flood protection in Denton County in 2008. “These federal dollars are investments in our communities that will help us continue to ... More
  • FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: House Bill Ushers in the Next Generation of Product Safety
    Dec 19, 2007  - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 19, 2007Contact: Alison Lynn Alison.Lynn@mail.house.gov202-225-7772 House Bill Ushers in the Next Generation of Product Safety Legislation Rep. Burgess Co-Sponsors Passes U.S. House of Representatives Washington, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives tod... More
  • Rep. Burgess’ Urges Congress To Go the Extra Mile to Ensure No More Toxic Toy Stories
    Dec 18, 2007  -   Congressman Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas), M.D., today urged fellow members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee to strengthen the Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act even further:   “This bipartisan bill is the first major overhaul of the Consumer Product Safety Commissio... More