On the House Floor, Dr. Burgess discussed Speaker Pelosi's decision to allocate valuable legislative time to a Sense of Congress Resolution that will not change the law, increase transparency, or serve the American people. He offered a long list of bipartisan priorities for which Congress could have used this week. Read More »

Washington, D.C. — Today Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Republican Leader of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, welcomed Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar to his first hearing at the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee to discuss President Trump’s fiscal year 2020 budget. Dr. Burgess’ Remarks as Prepared for Delivery Thank you, Chairwoman Eshoo, and welcome to Secretary Azar. It is a pleasure to have you testifying before the Health Subcommittee this afternoon about the fiscal year 2020 budget proposal. The President’s budget provides C... Read More »

Lake Dallas, TX — Today Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX) announced the details of his 2019 Emergency Preparedness Summit & Fair that will be held on Saturday, March 23 at the Trophy Club Town Hall. “Weather in our region is unpredictable and can change in an instant. The Emergency Preparedness Summit is designed to help North Texas families prepare for any emergency they may face,” said Dr. Burgess. “Each year, I learn something new from the local and federal leaders who participate in this event, and I invite all constituents of the 26th District of Texas to join us in Trophy Club ... Read More »

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Republican Leader of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, released the following statement on H.R. 1. “Those who pay taxes should have a voice in our democracy. As a teenager, I worked at a pizza shop in Denton and paid taxes. That’s why I voted for an amendment to H.R. 1 that would give young adults the right to vote; however, this amendment failed by a wide margin and was not adopted. “Here’s the bottom line: H.R. 1, the Democrat Politician Protection Act, is bad policy. It constrains free speech, limits states’ right... Read More »

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Republican Leader of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, released the following statement on H. Res. 183. “The U.S. Constitution guarantees Americans certain inalienable rights, including the freedom to practice the religion of one’s choice. No person should be targeted for their religious beliefs. Anti-Semitism is wrong. Full stop. All forms of religious discrimination are wrong. Full stop. As Members of Congress, we must hold ourselves to the highest standards. All Members should stand together to protect the Constit... Read More »

Washington, D.C. — Today Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Republican Leader of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, testified at the House Budget Committee’s Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Members’ Day hearing. He addressed Democrats’ government-run, single-payer health care plan and its potentially-catastrophic ramifications for American patients today and for generations to come. Dr. Burgess’ Full Remarks as Prepared for Delivery Thank you, Chairman Yarmuth and Republican Leader Womack, for allowing me to share my thoughts this morning about the Budget Resolution for Fiscal ... Read More »

Washington, D.C. —Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Republican Leader of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, recently reintroduced H.R. 108, the Targeting Rogue and Opaque Letters (TROL) Act of 2019. This legislation, which has been introduced since the 114th Congress, would protect legitimate patent holders and stop bad actors. “Entrepreneurship and innovation are key pillars of American opportunity. Too often, patent trolls foil progress with frivolous legal action – particularly in the Eastern District of Texas,” said Dr. Burgess. “The federal government should not be... Read More »

Washington, DC – Today Representatives Michael Burgess, M.D. (R-TX) and Adam Schiff (D-CA) introduced the bipartisan Vaccines Save Lives Resolution, recognizing the importance of vaccines and immunizations in the United States. The resolution, if passed, will send a message of unequivocal Congressional support for vaccines and urges parents, in consultation with their health care provider, to follow scientific evidence and the consensus of medical experts in favor of timely vaccinations for the well-being of their children and surrounding communities. “Vaccines are one of the most successful p... Read More »

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Republican Leader of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, released the following statement on Dr. Scott Gottlieb. “I am grateful to Dr. Gottlieb for his contributions to the vital work of the FDA. Under his leadership, the agency has expanded innovation and produced tangible results for patients, offering hope and even cures to American families. As Chairman of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, I hosted Dr. Gottlieb for many hearings, briefings, and informal conversations on the FDA’s work. He has been a g... Read More »

In the Rules Committee, Dr. Burgess expressed concerns about H.R. 1, a blatant power grab crafted to protect left-leaning politicians. Read More »