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Michael Burgess

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Michael Clifton Burgess is an American politician and physician who has served as the U.S. Representative for Texas's 26th congressional district since 2003. A member of the Republican Party, Burgess has focused on healthcare policy, leveraging his medical background to inform his legislative work. He has been involved in various committees and has advocated for issues such as medical research and veterans' healthcare. Burgess has also been a vocal supporter of conservative fiscal policies and has participated in discussions surrounding healthcare reform.

Jun 8, 2021

I agree that we must address the root causes of irregular migration and limit human trafficking to the best of our ability, but the United States cannot be solely responsible.

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Jun 8, 2021

To ease the burden on our frontline border officials are ORR caregivers, as well as the American taxpayer, we must address the root causes of irregular migration.

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Jun 8, 2021

Make no mistake about it, it's a tribute to the people who were able to get it up and functioning at the time.

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Jun 8, 2021

I really would be grateful if you could provide us a little of the material, the background material, you used to base that decision.

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Jun 8, 2021

Now, Tornillo was the subject of a great deal of criticism the entire time it was up during that administration.

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May 25, 2021

As it is, the problem is not hesitancy, it is access.

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May 25, 2021

I think it would be incumbent upon this committee, being the primarily investigative committee of the subcommittee of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, to ask those questions, and ask them thoroughly.

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May 25, 2021

That narrative is dangerous. It abdicates the responsibility of the healthcare system and us to make sure they have access.

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May 25, 2021

Widespread vaccination is the key to restoring our freedom and getting our communities back to normal.

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May 25, 2021

As a physician, I believe that every American who wants a vaccine should be able to get one, and this choice must remain between an individual and their doctor and pharmacist.

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May 24, 2021

Well again, it just begs the question, has the EPA failed to protect ground water near enhanced oil recovery activity?

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