Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Vice Chairman of the House Rules Committee and Chairman for the House Budget Committee Health Task Force, released the following statement after voting in support of H.R. 771 – Standing with Israel as it defends itself against the barbaric war launched by Hamas and other terrorists.

“It is devastating to watch what is happening to our ally Israel,” said Burgess. “I am grateful that the first action taken by Speaker Johnson was to ensure the world knows our support of Israel and strong stance against Hamas and the horrifying actions these terrorists have taken. Hamas and Hezbollah only see one thing and that is power. We must remain resolute in our support for Israel. If these terrorists see us wavering, they will not back down.”