In light of the recent terrorist attack in Orlando, Dr. Burgess addresses the need for a comprehensive U.S. strategy to combat radical Islamic terrorism and keep it off American soil at the Rules Committee hearing on June 13, 2016.
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Washington, D.C. — Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, issued the following statement in response to the terrorist attack in Orlando. “This weekend I was devastated to see yet another act of terrorism on American soil seize more innocent lives. While a tragic number of Americans were lost in this act of senseless violence, I am appreciative of the bravery of the Orlando Police Department and th...
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In this dangerous and unstable time, it is critical that our military be prepared to protect and defend our nation in any situation. The passing of the fiscal year 2017 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), with the inclusion of my "Audit the Pentagon" amendment, does just that.
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Washington, D.C. — Today the House of Representatives passed the fiscal year 2017 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which included an amendment sponsored by Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX) that would allow Congress to see and evaluate the progress being made by the Pentagon on its required audit. In 1990, Congress passed the Chief Financial Officers Act of 1990, requiring every federal Department and Agency to produce verifiable financial statements that could be fully audit...
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Following the Obama Administration's vow to speed up efforts to admit Syrian refugees into the U.S., Dr. Burgess remarks on his efforts to require all refugees accepted into the country to undergo an extensive and appropriate vetting process to ensure the safety of all Americans.
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Sherman, TX — Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, joined fellow Texan Congressman John Ratcliffe (TX-04), Chairman of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Security Technologies for a field hearing, in Sherman, Texas, entitled “Cyber Preparedness and Response at the Local Level.” The field hearing sought to help provide a better understanding ...
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Dr. Burgess joins ABC 8's Inside Texas Politics to discuss Cuban-American relations, keeping Americans safe at home and the U.S. Supreme Court vacancy.
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Dr. Burgess remarks on this week's terror attacks in Brussels and the need to remain vigilant in controlling U.S. borders and protecting Americans at home. Read his full remarks here.
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Washington, D.C. — Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, issued the following statement in response to the terror attacks in Brussels. “Today, I extend my deepest condolences and prayers to the victims and families impacted by the senseless and tragic terror attacks committed against the people of Belgium. These horrific acts know no race, gender or nationality. “We must remain vigilant in the pr...
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