Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), member of the House Rules Committee and Republican Leader of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health released the following statement after the Consumer Protection and Commerce Subcommittee hearing on autonomous vehicles. “In the Consumer Protection and Commerce Subcommittee, this week, we heard compelling testimony on the development of autonomous vehicles,” Burgess said. “Autonomous vehicles will reduce traffic congestion, improve mobility for the elderly and individuals with disabilities, and could significantly im... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), member of the House Rules Committee and Republican Leader of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health released the following statement after learning about the unexpected death of Midshipman Duke Anthony Carrillo of Flower Mound, TX. “My thoughts and prayers are with the Carrillo family as they mourn the loss of their son and brother, Duke Anthony Carrillo,” Burgess said. “Duke was a dynamic, patriotic young man intent on serving his country as a military officer.” "Duke had a strong desire to serve his country. He bel... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), member of the House Rules Committee and Republican Leader of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health released the following statement after he voted for the Privileged Resolution to Admonish Speaker Pelosi. “Tuesday evening America witnessed unprecedented and poorly timed actions of Speaker Nancy Pelosi,” Burgess said. “Her disrespectful actions were not only towards the President, but to the heroes and their families that were honored that evening. Her actions were unbecoming as the leader of the People’s House and d... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), member of the House Rules Committee and Republican Leader of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health released the following statement after the Senate voted to acquit President Trump on both Articles of Impeachment. “Today, the national trauma that has divided our country ended,” Burgess said. “We have known the outcome of this trial since Speaker Pelosi announced the investigation for Articles of Impeachment. “Members of the Senate took their responsibility seriously and thus a majority voted to acquit the President ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Energy and Commerce Committee Republican Leader Greg Walden (R-OR) and Health Subcommittee Republican Leader Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX) sent a letter to Energy and Commerce Chairman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) calling for a hearing on Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) new proposal to modernize Medicaid, the Healthy Adult Opportunity, before having the House vote on a rushed resolution of disapproval. "We request that the Committee on Energy and Commerce hold a hearing to examine the Healthy Adult Opportunity (HAO) demonstration initiative proposed by the Cent... Read More »
By Jenna Duncan Staff Writer jduncan@dentonrc.com U.S. Rep Michael Burgess, R-Pilot Point, shown here during a meeting last summer with the editorial board of the Denton Record-Chronicle, said President Donald Trump's State of the Union speech Tuesday night hit the right tone for the country and North Texas. The newsworthy and noteworthy State of the Union address Tuesday night may have drawn criticism from top-tier Democrats, but Republicans continued to sing President Donald Trump’s praises the following day. U.S. Rep. Michael Burgess, R-Pilot Point, said the speech was “the total package” f... Read More »
WASHINGTON (CBSDFW.COM) – U.S. lawmakers from Texas and even a State Senator are commenting on President Donald Trump’s acquittal on impeachment charges of Abuse of Power and Obstruction of Congress. Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX-25) said in a statement Wednesday: “This impeachment sham has been a great disservice to the American people, with Democrats dedicating precious time to a disingenuous cause. Today, the Senate rightly acquitted President Trump and I hope that we will put this charade behind us so we can get back to work for the American people. We have real challenges that require ... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), member of the House Rules Committee and Republican Leader of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health released the following statement after the President gave his third State of the Union Address. “Despite the distraction of impeachment, President Trump delivered a message of hope to the American people,” Burgess said. “In line with the theme – the Great American Comeback, his address laid out a continued vision for optimism.” “Over the last three years, the President has boosted the American worker with instituting ... Read More »
Rep. Michael Burgess, (R-Texas), argues the World Health Organization did the right thing in declaring coronavirus a health emergency and that the we don’t know the extent to which the virus has impacted the city of Wuhan following the quarantine of the city. He also discusses impeachment proceedings. Published here. Read More »
Many are concernedaboutthe news this weekof ahandful of confirmed cases of the 2019 novel Coronavirus in the U.S.; however, Americans should remain assured that the situation is being carefully addressed and vigilantly monitored. HERE IS WHAT WE KNOW SO FAR: It is reported that many of the original patients had contracted the virus form a large seafood and animal market in Wuhan, China; however, the disease can spread between humans. Last week, the first confirmed case of the coronavirus was announced in Washington State. As of January 30, at 1:00 p.m. there have only been six confirmed cases... Read More »
