Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26) released the following statement in recognition of Independence Day.
“On July 4th, 235 years ago, our Founding Fathers adopted the Declaration of Independence. This document marked a historic step in our country’s founding, and established “freedom” as a core principle of this great nation. Read more »
Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (Texas-26) has announced that he will hold a town hall meeting in Trophy Club. The town hall will provide residents of Texas’ 26th Congressional District the chance to learn more about what is happening in Washington and how legislation will impact North Texans. Issues such as health care reform, taxes and spending are expected to be discussed. Read more »
On June 15, 2011 Congressman Burgess sent a letter to John Mica, Chairman, House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. To view the letter as a PDF click on the image below. Read more »
On June 9, 2011 Congressman Burgess sent a letter to Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, Department of Health and Human Services. To view the letter as a PDF click on the image below. Read more »
Washington, D.C. – The United States House of Representatives is expected to vote on legislation later today that will increase the federal government’s legal debt limit by $2.4 trillion, raising the limit to $16.7 trillion. Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26) released the following statement and will vote against the measure: Read more »
Washington, D.C. –Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26) released the following statement on the death of the Honorable Bill Clements:
“I am deeply saddened by the passing of former Governor Bill Clements, an important figure in the history and success of the Republican Party in Texas. Read more »
"Memorial Day is a time when we can pause and reflect on the sacrifices of the hundreds of thousands of men and women who have fallen in service to our nation. They have upheld our values of liberty, justice and self-determination. Today I proudly join my fellow Americans in honoring and remembering these brave individuals who have given their lives for the sake of freedom and liberty. Read more »
On May 27, 2011, Dr. Burgess, along with 20 members of the Texas delegation, sent a letter to President Obama. To view the letter as a PDF click on the image below. Read more »
Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (Texas-26) has announced that he will hold a town hall meeting in Frisco. The town hall will provide residents of Texas’ 26th Congressional District the chance to learn more about what is happening in Washington and how legislation will impact North Texans. Issues such as health care reform, taxes and spending are expected to be discussed. Read more »
Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26) released the following statement on the passage of H.R. 1473 that will fund the federal government through the end of the fiscal year.
“The most important piece of this legislation was funding for our military. As America continues to engage in three wars, it was essential that our troops and their families receive a paycheck and that our brave men and women who are fighting have the resources they need. Read more »