More than two dozen members of Congress have sent a letter to those behind Craigslist, saying they are "deeply disturbed by the number of crimes" that resulted from the "Erotic Services" section on the popular Web site.
The letter, sent to Craigslist founder Craig Newmark and CEO James Buckmaster, noted that at least 50 women have been assaulted during the past two years by men who… Read more »
The economy. Healthcare. National defense.
These are among the issues expected to dominate the 111th Congress, which convenes today.
But local issues — from getting a ship named after Fort Worth to ensuring that a new Veterans Affairs clinic in Fort Worth opens in 2010 — will have their own time and place, legislators say.
"I hope that we all work together," said Rep. Kay… Read more »
Congressman Michael C. Burgess (R-Lewisville) today joined other congressional Republicans in urging House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to schedule a vote to increase American supplies of energy.
Recent polls indicate Americans are feeling the strain of rising gas prices. In fact, nearly two-thirds of Americans (62 percent) say they expect — within the next six months — to wait in long gas lines to fill up their cars; moreover, almost half (48 percent) claim to have changed their summer travel plans because of prices at the pump.
Opinion research also says that large majorities of Americans favor expanding drilling for oil in offshore and wilderness areas considered to be off-limits.
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With no relief in sight for the rapidly rising price of groceries, gas and other necessities, several Members of Congress from North Texas met with a local company to hear how families and businesses are being impacted. Reps. Joe Barton, Michael Burgess, Kay Granger and Pete Sessions toured a Tom Thumb grocery store, met with company leaders and spoke with customers. It was another chance for the Representatives to hear the real impact the energy mess is having on all aspects of people’s lives.
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission needs to alert everyone once again to a large recall involving magnetic toys that pose a serious danger to young children because the small, powerful magnets can fall out.
2.4 million toys distributed by MEGA Brands have been recalled and they involve the Magtastik and Magnetix Jr. Pre-School Magnetic Toys and MagnaMan Magnetic Action Figures. … Read more »
Rep. Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-Lewisville) has been recognized as a “True Blue” Member of Congress by FRC Action and Focus on the Family Action for his unwavering commitment to the family.
“Families are the backbone of our society. Keeping them safe and strong is my top priority and my voting record reflects this,” commented Rep. Burgess.
The “True Blue” Award honors Members of… Read more »
Congressman Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas), M.D., today urged Congress to put politics aside and work together to ensure all Americans have access to affordable, quality health care:
“We can keep holding health care reform hearings where we deliver emotional speeches and partisan sound bites about the uninsured. But, what we really need to do is stop talking and start acting. That is… Read more »
Congressman Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas), M.D., today urged Congress to work together to apply real problem-solving methods to repair the shortcomings revealed by the latest FDA self-assessment:
“I learned in my private medical practice that the only way to truly fix the ailments of my patients was to make sure the patient’s entire system was healthy. Putting a band-aide on a broken… Read more »
U.S. Rep. Michael Burgess (R-TX), M.D., today announced $1,217,900 in federal funding to provide transportation, economic development, and early childhood services for the city of Fort Worth and surrounding communities.
“Giving our children a healthy start in life is one of the greatest gifts we can give them. This money will help make this possible for more babies in Tarrant… Read more »
Congressman Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas), M.D., today urged fellow members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee to strengthen the Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act even further:
“This bipartisan bill is the first major overhaul of the Consumer Product Safety Commission since its creation. That is great news for our families and businesses. … Read more »
