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By the Headlines: A Week in Review

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  Burgess joins CSPAN's Washington Journal: "The President has overseen one of the largest expansions of[our]economy that I have seen in my lifetime." Congressman Burgess joined Greta Brawner with CSPAN's Washington Journal to discuss the future of health care. Here…

By the Headlines: A Week in Review

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Burgess Joins America’s Newsroom: “The actions taken by the administration in regards to General Soleimani were absolutely appropriate and correct.” Congressman Burgess joined Fox News’ America’s Newsroom before the House vote on the War Powers Resolution. Here are the highlights from the interview: Should be careful about what we say: “We shouldn’t be talking about how…

Kicking the Can Down the Road

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This week, Congress passed a Continuing Resolution to fund the government for the next four weeks. This keeps the government open, but at last year’s funding level. While we were able to avoid a government shutdown for a period of time, a Continuing Resolution hurts our agencies and departments because they cannot plan for the future. Plus, there is no way for the government to…

Special Edition: The Saga Continues

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Here are my takeaway from the impeachment hearing that took place on November 13, 2019: 1. During the 51 days since Speaker Pelosi announced the inquiry, Representative Adam Schiff has been leading the investigation behind the seat of his Chairmanship on the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. Until yesterday, every hearing was behind closed doors and little information was…

Thank you to our veterans in North Texas and across this nation!

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  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…

Weekly Address – Together Congress moves Forward with SUPPORT Act

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This week marked the 1-year anniversary of the SUPPORT Act being signed into law. Dr. Burgess relays he thoughts about this was a bipartisan effort to put an end to the opioid crisis facing many communities throughout our country in this week's address. To read his full remarks, click here.

Weekly Video Address: Congress’ Obligation

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The removal of American Military Forces from Northern Syria should be a call to action for the U.S. Congress. According to Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution, it is our responsibility to appropriate the funds and authorize any military action. In this week's weekly address, hear my thoughts as to what Congress should and is doing in regard to supporting our allies. Read his…

Weekly Address:Solutions for Prescription Drugs

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Last week, Speaker Pelosi unveiled her plan for prescription drug pricing. Hear my thoughts as to why I believe this plan puts politics over progress and ignores the history of bipartisan work accomplished by the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Last week, Speaker Pelosi unveiled her plan for prescription drug pricing. Hear my thoughts as to why I believe this plan puts politics over…

Weekly Address: Be Careful of the Precedents We Set

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The partisan actions that took place this week are premature. Dr. Burgess discusses this the topic of impeachment and why we need to be cautious to be distracted by partisan politics. To read a copy of his remarks, click here.