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CONGRATULATING DR. MICHAEL C. BURGESS ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AFTER 22 YEARS OF SERVICE

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On 2024-12-17, Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC-9) delivered a floor speech titled "CONGRATULATING DR. MICHAEL C. BURGESS ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AFTER 22 YEARS OF SERVICE" in the House. The speech addressed healthcare and also covered defense, trade policy.

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CONGRATULATING DR. MICHAEL C. BURGESS ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AFTER 22 YEARS OF SERVICE

Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 187 (Tuesday, December 17, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 187 (Tuesday, December 17, 2024)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E1293-E1294] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING DR. MICHAEL C. BURGESS ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AFTER 22 YEARS OF SERVICE ______ HON. RICHARD HUDSON of north carolina in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 17, 2024 Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate my friend and colleague, Chair of the Rules Committee, Dr. Michael Burgess, on his retirement from the House of Representatives after a 22-year career representing the folks of Texas' 26th congressional district. With his background as an OB-GYN doctor and the most senior medical doctor in the [[Page E1294]] House, Dr. Burgess has been an important voice on every important healthcare debate during his two decades of service in the House. I've had the pleasure of working closely with Dr. Burgess on the Energy and Commerce Committee for a long time, and whenever a bill related to healthcare was being debated or discussed, I knew I could count on Dr. Burgess to provide clarity and insight from an experienced physician's perspective. Dr. Burgess and I share a passion for our military servicemembers and for many Congresses have introduced the MISSION Zero initiative together to improve trauma care between the military and civilians. Seeing this bill signed into law was a major achievement together and I intend to ensure this program continues in his legacy. He has accomplished some truly amazing things during his time here including lowering drug costs, reigning in government waste, cutting taxes, and expanding healthcare options for folks around the country. Since being nominated as Chairman of the Rules Committee, Dr. Burgess has worked tirelessly to ensure good legislation makes it to the floor and has been instrumental in our accomplishments in the 118th Congress. I would like to thank Dr. Burgess for his unwavering commitment to conservative principles and his sound leadership. On a personal note, I appreciate his friendship and counsel over the years. While his colleagues and the people in his district are sure to miss Dr. Burgess in Congress, I know he is looking forward to spending more time with his family back home in his beloved Texas. Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratulating my friend Dr. Michael Burgess on his retirement from the House of Representatives after 22 years of exemplary service to the people of Texas' 26th congressional district. ____________________

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CONGRATULATING DR. MICHAEL C. BURGESS ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AFTER 22 YEARS OF SERVICE Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 187 (Tuesday, December 17, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 187 (Tuesday, December 17, 2024)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E1293-E1294] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING DR. MICHAEL C. BURGESS ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AFTER 22 YEARS OF SERVICE ______ HON. RICHARD HUDSON of north carolina in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 17, 2024 Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate my friend and colleague, Chair of the Rules Committee, Dr. Michael Burgess, on his retirement from the House of Representatives after a 22-year career representing the folks of Texas' 26th congressional district. With his background as an OB-GYN doctor and the most senior medical doctor in the [[Page E1294]] House, Dr. Burgess has been an important voice on every important healthcare debate during his two decades of service in the House. I've had the pleasure of working closely with Dr. Burgess on the Energy and Commerce Committee for a long time, and whenever a bill related to healthcare was being debated or discussed, I knew I could count on Dr. Burgess to provide clarity and insight from an experienced physician's perspective. Dr. Burgess and I share a passion for our military servicemembers and for many Congresses have introduced the MISSION Zero initiative together to improve trauma care between the military and civilians. Seeing this bill signed into law was a major achievement together and I intend to ensure this program continues in his legacy. He has accomplished some truly amazing things during his time here including lowering drug costs, reigning in government waste, cutting taxes, and expanding healthcare options for folks around the country. Since being nominated as Chairman of the Rules Committee, Dr. Burgess has worked tirelessly to ensure good legislation makes it to the floor and has been instrumental in our accomplishments in the 118th Congress. I would like to thank Dr. Burgess for his unwavering commitment to conservative principles and his sound leadership. On a personal note, I appreciate his friendship and counsel over the years. While his colleagues and the people in his district are sure to miss Dr. Burgess in Congress, I know he is looking forward to spending more time with his family back home in his beloved Texas. Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratulating my friend Dr. Michael Burgess on his retirement from the House of Representatives after 22 years of exemplary service to the people of Texas' 26th congressional district. ____________________