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8th Annual Economic Development Summit Aims To Boost Growth in East and Southeast Fort Worth

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Washington, D.C. - Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26) will bring together local, state, and federal representatives, area stakeholders, and the public at-large for the 8th Annual East and Southeast Fort Worth Economic Development Summit on Friday, September 28, 2012. The annual event highlights development in the East and Southeast quadrant of Fort Worth, showcasing current and potential projects and featuring a perspective of the broad macro-environment as well as specific project accomplishments, and anticipated development.

Weekly Video Address: We Will Never Forget

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In this week's address Dr. Burgess takes a moment to remember those who lost their lives in the attacks on September 11, 2001.

Weekly Video Address: Labor Day - Putting Americans Back to Work

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This week Dr. Burgess provides an update on Labor Day and how we can put Americans back to work. You can watch the video below. To read a transcript of the video click here.

Honoring Local Veterans

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In this week's address, Dr. Burgess provides information on how a special project honors veterans of the 26th Congressional District, and preserves their stories for future generation of Americans. You can watch the video below. To read a transcript of the video click here.

Weekly Video Address: Guaranteed Access to Health Insurance

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In this week's video address, Dr. Burgess discusses how we can better address the health care needs of Americans who have pre-existing conditions and ensure that they have access to quality and affordable health insurance. You can watch the video below. To read a transcript of the video click here.

Burgess Statement on Solyndra Committee Report

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Washington, D.C. – Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee released an extensive report outlining key findings of the committee’s investigation into the Department of Energy’s management of the loan guarantee program. Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26), released the following statement after the report’s release: