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H.R.5025 Vote: 397-12 Burgess voted Yea Title:Making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation and Treasury, and independent agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Rep Istook, Ernest J., Jr. [OK-5] (introduced 9/8/2004) Cosponsors: (none) Committees: House Appropriations House Reports: 108-671 Related Bills: H.RES.770, S.2806 Latest Major Action: 9/22/2004 Passed/agreed to in House. Status: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 397 -... Read more

Today, Congressman Michael C. Burgess (R-Flower Mound) returned from a congressional delegation visit to Russia. Rep. Burgess traveled, with U.S. State Department approval, to Russia to express the sympathy of America for the recent tragedy to befall a Beslan school. “There is no just cause for the abhorrent attack on the lives of innocent children, teachers and parents,” declared Rep. Michael Burgess. “It was my honor to pay my respects, and those of Americans across the country, to the brave s... Read more

Americans for Tax Reform (ATR) awarded Congressman Michael C. Burgess (TX-26) with their annual “Hero of the Taxpayer” award for the second time. On the same day, the American Shareholders Association (ASA) presented Rep. Burgess with the “Friend of the Shareholder” annual award. “I have been, and will continue to be, a consistent supporter of conservative fiscal policies,” stated Congressman Michael Burgess after receiving news of his awards. “It is an honor to be recognized again this year.” M... Read more

The Small Business Survival Committee (SBSC) presented Congressman Michael C. Burgess (TX-26) with their annual “Small Business Advocate” award. Rep. Burgess was also presented with the “Benjamin Franklin” award by The 60 Plus Association, a non-partisan seniors advocacy group with a free enterprise, less government, less taxes approach to seniors issues. “Small business and free enterprise are the backbone of America’s business community” stated Congressman Michael Burgess after receiving news ... Read more

President Bush gave the topic of tax reform a metaphorical shot in the arm when he highlighted it during his convention acceptance speech. As a long-time advocate of fundamental tax reform, I applaud him for his attention to this issue. Since President Bush took office in 2001, Congress has passed several major tax cuts at the President's urging. This tax relief has reduced the tax burden for millions of families while making a number of important steps towards fundamental tax reform. Indeed we ... Read more

Congressman Burgess Returns from Russia September 21, 2004 - Congressman Michael C. Burgess (R-Flower Mound) returned from a congressional delegation visit to Russia. Rep. Burgess traveled, with U.S. State Department approval, to Russia to express the sympathy of America for the recent tragedy to befall a Beslan school. “There is no just cause for the abhorrent attack on the lives of innocent children, teachers and parents,” declared Rep. Michael Burgess. “It was my honor to pay my respects, and... Read more

H.R.3369 217-176 Burgess voted yea Title:To provide immunity for nonprofit athletic organizations in lawsuits arising from claims of ordinary negligence relating to the passage or adoption of rules for athletic competitions and practices. Sponsor: Rep Souder, Mark E. [IN-3] (introduced 10/21/2003) Cosponsors: 17 Committees: House Judiciary House Reports: 108-681 Latest Major Action: 9/14/2004 Failed of passage/not agreed to in House. Status: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Faile... Read more

H.R.1787 397-3 Burgess voted yea Title:To remove civil liability barriers that discourage the donation of fire equipment to volunteer fire companies. Sponsor: Rep Castle, Michael N. [DE] (introduced 4/11/2003) Cosponsors: 68 Committees: House Judiciary House Reports: 108-680 Latest Major Action: 9/15/2004 Received in the Senate. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY AS OF: 9/14/2004--Passed House, amended. (There are 2 other summaries) (This mea... Read more

H.R.1084 385-12 Burgess voted yea Title:To provide liability protection to nonprofit volunteer pilot organizations flying for public benefit and to the pilots and staff of such organizations. Sponsor: Rep Schrock, Edward L. [VA-2] (introduced 3/5/2003) Cosponsors: 25 Committees: House Judiciary House Reports: 108-679 Related Bills: S.955 Latest Major Action: 9/15/2004 Received in the Senate. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY AS OF: 3/5/2003-... Read more