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Congressman Michael C. Burgess mourns passing of daughter Christine

The office of Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), has announced the passing of his eldest daughter, Christine Burgess.

By North Texas News | Dec 9, 2024

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Michael C. Burgess honored with portrait unveiling at U.S Capitol

Yesterday, Congressman Michael C. Burgess was honored with a portrait unveiling in the U.S. Capitol, recognizing his 22-year tenure in Congress and service to Texas's 26th Congressional District.

By North Texas News | Dec 6, 2024

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Michael Burgess reflects on congressional tenure and contributions

By North Texas News | Dec 6, 2024

Michael Burgess shares reflections on his congressional career through tweets dated December 5-6, 2024.

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Michael Burgess reflects on congressional career as he prepares to leave office

By North Texas News | Dec 3, 2024

Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D., is set to retire after serving 22 years in Congress.

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Congressman urges accountability after Pentagon fails audit again

By North Texas News | Dec 2, 2024

Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D., a Republican from Texas and Chairman of the Rules Committee, recently expressed his concerns about the Pentagon's financial accountability in an op-ed published by the Dallas Morning News.

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Michael Burgess receives recognition from ASH and discusses government efficiency

By North Texas News | Nov 21, 2024

Congressman Michael Burgess shares his recognition by the American Society of Hematology while continuing his advocacy against sickle cell disease.

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Texas students win congressional app challenge with innovative time-management app

By North Texas News | Nov 21, 2024

On November 21, 2024, Congressman Michael C. Burgess announced the winners of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge.

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Michael Burgess shares insights on Kay Granger's impact and Texas's nuclear advancements

By North Texas News | Nov 20, 2024

U.S. Congressman Michael Burgess shared updates on social media about attending Rep. Kay Granger's portrait unveiling, developments in Texas's nuclear power industry, and celebrations with the Doctor’s Caucus.

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Burgess awards commendations to veterans in Texas' 26th district

By North Texas News | Nov 12, 2024

On Veterans Day, Congressman Michael Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the Rules Committee, recognized five veterans with the 26th Congressional District Veteran Commendation at the Highland Village Business Association's 'Salute Our Veterans'...

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Burgess comments on passage of HEALTH Panel Act through House Budget Committee

By North Texas News | Sep 25, 2024

Today, Congressman Michael C. Burgess (R-TX) issued a statement following the passage of the HEALTH Panel Act through the House Budget Committee.

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Resolution introduced designating September as Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month

By North Texas News | Sep 24, 2024

Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX) and Congressman Danny Davis (D-IL) have introduced a resolution to designate September as Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month.

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Burgess comments on passing Building Chips in America Act

By North Texas News | Sep 23, 2024

Today, Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the Rules Committee, addressed the House of Representatives regarding the Building Chips in America Act and issued a statement following its passage.

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Congressman Burgess hosts University of Texas at Dallas students

By North Texas News | Sep 19, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the Rules Committee, hosted students from the University of Texas at Dallas in his Rules Committee office.

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Rep Michael Burgess reflects on tenure ahead departure from Congress

By North Texas News | Aug 20, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the Rules Committee, joined The Texas Tribune for a profile piece interview to discuss his decision to leave Congress, how the Texas delegation has changed, and the path forward for health care.

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Burgess hosts Energy Efficiency Summit in Fort Worth

By North Texas News | Jul 29, 2024

Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the Rules Committee, hosted an annual Energy Efficiency Summit and Fair in Fort Worth, Texas. Joining Congressman Burgess for informational sessions and panels were representatives from the Dallas Builders Association, Vistra Energy, and CoServ.

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Congressman Burgess comments on resignation of Secret Service Director

By North Texas News | Jul 23, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the House Rules Committee, released a statement following the resignation announcement of U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle.

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Congressman Burgess discusses concerns over President Biden’s cognitive health on FOX News

By North Texas News | Jul 12, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the Rules Committee, appeared on FOX News' "The Faulkner Focus" to discuss concerns regarding President Biden's cognitive health and its implications for national security.

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Physician led act aims at improving healthcare access in U.S. rural areas

By North Texas News | Jul 11, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Today, Chairman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Congressman Tony Cárdenas (D-CA), Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA), and Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (D-TX) introduced the Physician Led and Rural Access to Quality Care Act. This bipartisan legislation aims to increase access to care for American patients in rural areas across Texas and the United States by allowing certain exemptions to rules for physician-owned hospitals in these regions and removing a ban that prevents existing physician-owned hospitals from expanding.

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Burgess chairs roundtable on budget effects of expanding access to cell & gene therapies

By North Texas News | Jul 2, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the House Budget Committee Health Care Task Force, led a roundtable titled "Paying for 21st Century Cures: Examining the Budgetary Effects of Increasing Patient Access to Cell and Gene Therapies."

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Congressman Burgess announces winner of 2024 art competition

By North Texas News | Jun 28, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the Rules Committee, announced Vamika Bangarukathi as the 2024 Congressional Art Competition winner for her oil painting entitled "Land of My Dreams." Vamika is a rising senior at Hebron High School in Carrollton. This annual congressional competition is open to public, private, and home-schooled high school students in the 26th Congressional District.