Political Quotes

On the recordMay 8, 2012
If we are willing to spend more money to have top researchers in their field, we must have oversight into how those dollars are spent.
Said by
Michael Burgess
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Burgess emphasizes the need for oversight in funding top researchers.

Share & report

More from Michael Burgess

Sep 24, 2024

Madam Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time on the Republican side. Madam Speaker, it is ironic that we keep hearing about unity. I heard the word ``unity'' I don't know how many times during the inaugural address of President…

Congressional Record · 2024-09-24
Sep 24, 2024

Madam Speaker, I am prepared to close after the gentleman closes. Mr. McGOVERN. Madam Speaker, may I inquire as to the time remaining. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman has 8\1/2\ minutes remaining. Mr. McGOVERN. Madam Speaker, I…

Congressional Record · 2024-09-24
Sep 24, 2024

Madam Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that amendment No. 3 printed in Part D of House Report 118-705, to be offered by the gentleman from California (Mr. Valadao) or a designee, be modified by the amendment I have placed at the desk. The…

Congressional Record · 2024-09-24
Nov 13, 2024

Madam Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Madam Speaker, prior to coming to Congress, I was a medical doctor. In fact, I still have an active medical license. I feel like I should go back and seek a designation as a specialist…

Congressional Record · 2024-11-13

Other voices in this conversation