U.S. Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. 26th District of Texas

Family Issues

I believe that human life is precious, and that government should protect human life, not assist in its destruction. I am a member of the Values Action Team and the Pro-life Caucus, and I will support legislation to protect the rights of unborn children.  Having dedicated more than 25 years of my life to a pro-life obstetrics practice, I believe that the United States Constitution is very clear when it guarantees a right to life.

Because life is so sacred, I believe no federal funds should be used for the destruction of embryos to create new stem cell lines, and there are no restrictions on private funding to be used for this purpose.  Stem cell research holds great promise for one day providing solutions to some of the most troubling problems we face in healthcare, and I support stem cell research.  This research is already working on new, potentially curative therapies for patients with leukemia, lymphoma, sickle cell disease, and radiation/chemical weapons injuries.

I believe we must define marriage as the union of a man and a woman and do what is legally necessary to defend the institution of marriage. I believe marriage is a sacred institution between a man and a woman.

Related Websites:

U.S. Justice Department: Amber Alert
Federal Communications Commission (FCC): Protecting Children from Adult Content
Federal Communications Commission (FCC): Children’s Internet Protection Act
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)
Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County
Keeping Children Safe on the Internet
Denton County District Attorney Victims’ Assistance Division
Registered Sex Offenders in Denton County
National Sex Offender registration and conviction database
Children’s Advocacy Centers of Texas
National Children’s Alliance
National Children’s Advocacy Center
Texas Attorney General Crime Victim Services

Related Documents:

Burgess in the News - GOP gearing up for White House investigations 10.20.2010

Burgess in the News - Burgess discusses issues 8.21.2010

Burgess in the News - One-on-One with Congressman Michael Burges 8.8.2010

Burgess in the News - Drilling concerns are key issues at Burgess town hall 8.6.2010

Burgess in the News - Burgess addresses residents’ concerns 8.6.2010


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Letter to President Obama Asking Him to Fire Czar Kevin Jennings

Rep. Burgess Letter to Attorney General Holder Requesting ACORN Investigation

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