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Dr. Burgess on the Floor: Celebrating the Life of President Ronald Reagan

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Dr. Burgess spoke on the House Floor on what would be President Reagan's 101th birthday.

Weekly Video Address - Responding to the State of the Union

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This week Dr. Burgess provides an update from Washington and responds to President Obama's State of the Union Address.You can watch the video below. To read a transcript of the video click here.

Burgess Statement on State of the Union Address

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Washington, D.C. – In advance of President Obama’s State of the Union address, Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26), Vice Chair of the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Health and Chairman of the Congressional Health Care Caucus, released the following statement: “Tonight President Obama will make his sixth address to Congress and the American people since taking office. Today also coincidently marks the 1,000th day since the Senate has passed a budget. America is still at a crossroads and after three years of the Obama administration, people are still waiting for results.

Burgess Releases 2011 Year End Annual Report

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Today, Dr. Burgess released his 2011 Year End Annual Report. The report showcases his 2011 legislative work and accomplishments, media communication, constituent services, and correspondence with North Texans. “It is important to show constituents the work I am doing on their behalf, and this is my report to them on the accomplishments we’ve made in 2011,” said Dr. Burgess. “My office performs a variety of services; everything from drafting legislation to helping constituents work with various federal agencies, and I want them to know that I am working hard for North Texans.”

Dr. Burgess Weekly Video Address - As 2011 Comes to an End, We Must Look to the Future

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This week Dr. Burgess provides an update from Washington on the first session of the 112th Congress coming to an end. You can watch the video below. To read a transcript of the video click here.

Burgess Launches New Website

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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26) launched his new website, burgess.house.gov. “This one-stop-shop will provide information on what is happening in Congress, how my office can assist constituents, ways to contact me, and will provide the latest information on how legislation will affect North Texas,” said Dr. Burgess. “I encourage constituents to visit the new website and check back often as information will be updated regularly. This new website, in conjunction with the social media sites, will provide constituents with the most up-to-date information and resources.”