As we reflect on this Veterans' Day, I am reminded of the words of President George W. Bush: "Americans are forever indebted to the men and women who have bravely worn the uniform of the United States in defense of our freedom. Through their service, often in difficult and dangerous circumstances, our veterans have developed unique and valuable skills. They are a priceless national asset who have a lot more to offer our country as civilians.” It was a privilege for me to honor five veterans from our communities as recipients of the 2019 26th District Congressional Veteran Commendation at the ... Read More »

Highland Village, TX – Today, Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, presented five former U.S. Armed Forces members with the 2019 26th Congressional District Veteran Commendation (CVC). The CVC, established in 2005, honors distinguished veterans who have continued their dedication to the nation by serving their local communities after selflessly serving their country in combat. Photo: (left to right) Robert Kohankie, Sharon Balsley, James Trombley, Congressman Michael C. Burgess, Tom Kim, Carlos Gallardo This year’s... Read More »

by Mark Smith Late last month, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the EMPOWER for Health Act, authored by Michael C. Burgess (R-TX). “This legislation reauthorizes the Title VII health professions workforce programs through 2024,” Burgess said. “Reauthorizing Title VII programs is long overdue, especially in a time when our existing physician workforce is struggling to keep up with demand for health care services. The EMPOWER for Health Act reauthorizes funding for Area Health Education Centers. These centers are critical in providing both medical education and health care services to me... Read More »

0:24 — U.S Congressman Michael Burgess visited Dave and Amy in studio to give his thoughts on the impeachment inquiry and yesterday’s election results. Were the Democrat victories nationwide a cause for concern for the White House? 8:55 — It’s happened again….Popeye’s restaurants across town are running out of chicken sandwiches. And a conversation about Netflix losing compatibility with Samsung Smart TV’s takes an interesting turn when Amy brings up some of her old technology. Posted here. KLIF Morning News: Congressman Michael Burgess on Impeachment, and a Popeye’s/Netflix Discussion Posted... Read More »

Congressman Michael Burgess joined the WBAP Morning News to discuss the House impeachment inquiry vote, as well as what may happen moving forward. Posted here. Read More »

By the continued pursuit of this impeachment inquiry, Congress is forgoing our responsibility to provide real solutions for Americans. This week, I went to the house floor to express my concern about this investigation and the lack of transparency. Read his full remarks here. Read More »

Congressman Dr. Michael Burgess represents the 26th district of the great state of Texas. He joined the program to talk about the impeachment inquiry vote in the house. Dems pulled the trigger on a partisan vote to codify their unfair impeachment inquiry, thoughts? Published here. Read More »

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX) joined WBAP 820’s Rick Roberts Show to discuss the upcoming impeachment inquiry vote happening this week. Highlights: It should have started this way: “You don’t start an impeachment proceeding with a press conference, that’s what Pelosi did four weeks ago. This should have been the first item that was covered, deciding on the rules of this investigation.” Its not the same: “You know they say it is the same as the Clinton language, not it’s not. The Clinton language the Republicans were very fair, and both Republicans and Democrats... Read More »

by Dave Kovaleski Reps. Anna Eshoo (D-CA) and Michael Burgess (R-TX) introduced a bill that allows the Ready Reserve Corps members to be paid retirement benefits. The Ready Reserve Corps is a pool of trained personnel who may be deployed to assist in public health crises and emergency response missions. The Ready Reserve Corps. also provides health care services to underserved and vulnerable communities and lends their expertise to fight against critical health issues, like the opioid epidemic. “I’m pleased to introduce this bipartisan legislation with Rep. Burgess that ensures the U.S. Public... Read More »

by Ripon Advance News Service U.S. Rep. Michael Burgess (R-TX) on Oct. 28 applauded passage by the U.S. House of Representatives of bipartisan legislation he introduced to reauthorize funding for programs designed to strengthen America’s health professions workforce. “This legislation reauthorizes the Title VII health professions workforce programs through 2024,” said Rep. Burgess, ranking member of the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health. “Reauthorizing Title VII programs is long overdue, especially in a time when our existing physician workforce is struggling to keep up wit... Read More »