Track Burgess's sponsored bills, co-sponsored legislation, and voting record
The Abundant American Resources Act of 2025 mandates federal agencies to conduct comprehensive studies assessing the economic value of mineral resources located on restricted onshore and offshore federal lands.
Jodey Arrington
Representative
TX
Jodey Arrington
Representative
TX
The Abundant American Resources Act of 2025 mandates that federal agencies conduct comprehensive studies to determine the economic value of mineral, oil, and natural gas deposits located within restricted onshore and offshore federal lands. These assessments aim to quantify the potential resources currently held in areas such as national monuments and protected environmental zones. The findings must be completed within three years of the bill's enactment.
This bill authorizes the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Fred Korematsu in recognition of his lifelong commitment to civil rights, justice, and equality.
Mark Takano
Representative
CA
Mark Takano
Representative
CA
The Fred Korematsu Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025 authorizes the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Fred Korematsu in recognition of his lifelong commitment to civil rights, justice, and equality. This legislation honors his legacy as a champion for constitutional guarantees and his courageous stand against the unjust incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II.
Recognizes the contributions of Hindu Americans and condemns Hinduphobia and attacks on Hindu places of worship.
Shri Thanedar
Representative
MI
Shri Thanedar
Representative
MI
This bill recognizes the global importance of Hinduism and the positive impact of Hindu Americans on the United States. It acknowledges the rise in discrimination and hate crimes against Hindu Americans and their places of worship. The bill celebrates Hindu contributions to American society, welcomes the diversity brought by Hindu Americans, and condemns Hinduphobia and anti-Hindu bigotry.
The Life at Conception Act declares that the constitutional right to life begins at the moment of fertilization and applies to every member of the species *homo sapiens* at all stages of development.
Eric Burlison
Representative
MO
Eric Burlison
Representative
MO
The Life at Conception Act declares that the constitutional right to life begins at the moment of fertilization, defining all human beings as persons from that point forward. The bill establishes legal personhood for every member of the species *homo sapiens* at all stages of development. Additionally, it explicitly prohibits the prosecution of any woman for the death of her unborn child.
The Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act requires health care practitioners to provide the same level of care to infants born alive after an abortion attempt as they would to any other newborn, mandating immediate hospitalization and imposing penalties for violations, while protecting the mother from prosecution. It also allows the mother of a child born alive to file a civil action against anyone who violated the act.
Ann Wagner
Representative
MO
Ann Wagner
Representative
MO
The "Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act" ensures that infants born alive after an abortion receive the same medical care as any other newborn, mandating immediate hospitalization and requiring healthcare practitioners to report any failures to comply. Violators face fines, imprisonment, and potential prosecution for homicide or attempted homicide, while the mother of the child cannot be prosecuted. The bill also allows the woman who had the abortion to file a civil action against anyone who violated the act. It defines abortion and attempts at abortion, and renames "Partial-Birth Abortions" to "Abortions" in relevant sections of the U.S. Code.
The FAIR Act of 2025 prohibits the federal government and recipients of federal aid from practicing or requiring discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, color, or national origin.
Thomas Tiffany
Representative
WI
Thomas Tiffany
Representative
WI
The FAIR Act of 2025 prohibits the federal government, federal contractors, and recipients of federal aid from practicing intentional discrimination or granting preferential treatment based on race, color, or national origin. The legislation mandates a comprehensive review of existing federal policies to ensure compliance and provides a legal pathway for individuals to seek remedies for violations.
The Main Street Tax Certainty Act makes the 20% pass-through business income deduction permanent by removing its scheduled expiration after 2025.
Lloyd Smucker
Representative
PA
Lloyd Smucker
Representative
PA
The Main Street Tax Certainty Act makes the 20% pass-through business income deduction permanent. By removing the current 2025 expiration date, this legislation ensures long-term tax relief for owners of qualified pass-through entities.
This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to finalize, implement, or enforce the USDA’s proposed Salmonella framework for raw poultry products.
Tracey Mann
Representative
KS
Tracey Mann
Representative
KS
This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to finalize, implement, or enforce the USDA’s proposed "Salmonella Framework for Raw Poultry Products." It effectively blocks the Food Safety and Inspection Service from moving forward with the regulatory changes published on August 7, 2024.
Designates January 26 - February 1, 2025 as "National School Choice Week", supporting diverse education options and parental empowerment in K-12 education. Encourages awareness events and recognition of contributions from students, parents, teachers, and school leaders.
John Moolenaar
Representative
MI
John Moolenaar
Representative
MI
This bill expresses support for designating January 26 - February 1, 2025, as "National School Choice Week" to recognize the importance of diverse K-12 education options and the role of parents in choosing the best learning environment for their children. It encourages raising awareness about the benefits of educational choice and congratulates those involved in education.
The PARTS Act of 2025 amends the definition of "firearm silencer" and "firearm muffler" to include certain parts and devices used to diminish the sound of a firearm.
August Pfluger
Representative
TX
August Pfluger
Representative
TX
The "Protecting Americans Right To Silence Act of 2025" or the "PARTS Act of 2025" amends the definition of "firearm silencer" and "firearm muffler" under federal law. The updated definition includes any device designed to silence or muffle a portable firearm, whether attached directly or through other devices. It also includes the primary housing or structure for sound-reduction components of such devices.
Sarah’s Law mandates the detention of noncitizens charged with crimes resulting in death or serious bodily injury and requires the Department of Homeland Security to provide timely updates to victims or their families.
Randy Feenstra
Representative
IA
Randy Feenstra
Representative
IA
Sarah’s Law mandates the detention of noncitizens who are charged with or convicted of crimes resulting in death or serious bodily injury. The bill also requires the Department of Homeland Security to issue detainers for these individuals and provide victims or their families with timely, ongoing updates regarding the offender's immigration and custody status.
This bill amends the Convention on Cultural Property Implementation Act to establish clear definitions and streamlined import procedures for the lawful trade and collection of numismatic materials.
Beth Van Duyne
Representative
TX
Beth Van Duyne
Representative
TX
This bill amends the Convention on Cultural Property Implementation Act to simplify the legal import of numismatic materials, such as coins and medals. It establishes a clear definition for these collectibles and creates a streamlined process for their entry into the U.S. through a sworn declaration of lawful acquisition. By reducing documentation requirements, the legislation aims to facilitate the lawful trade and collecting of these items while maintaining safeguards against illicit excavations.
This bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to deem aliens convicted of or admitting to committing sex offenses, domestic violence, stalking, child abuse, or violating protection orders as inadmissible and deportable. It broadens the definition of crimes against children to include domestic violence, regardless of grant funding status.
Nancy Mace
Representative
SC
Nancy Mace
Representative
SC
The "Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act" amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to deem aliens inadmissible and deportable if they have committed or admitted to acts constituting sex offenses, domestic violence, stalking, child abuse, or violating protection orders. It broadens the definition of crimes against children to include any crime constituting domestic violence.
This bill mandates the implementation of the Migrant Protection Protocols, requiring the Secretary of Homeland Security to return qualifying noncitizens arriving from contiguous countries to Mexico or Canada during their immigration proceedings.
Roger Williams
Representative
TX
Roger Williams
Representative
TX
The Make the Migrant Protection Protocols Mandatory Act of 2025 amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to require, rather than permit, the return of certain noncitizens to Mexico or Canada while their immigration proceedings are pending. This legislation removes discretionary authority from the Department of Homeland Security, effectively mandating the implementation of the "Remain in Mexico" policy.
This bill increases the railroad track maintenance tax credit, introduces annual inflation adjustments, and extends the eligibility period for qualifying expenditures.
Mike Kelly
Representative
PA
Mike Kelly
Representative
PA
This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to expand the railroad track maintenance credit by increasing the per-mile tax credit to $6,100 and implementing annual inflation adjustments starting in 2026. It also extends the eligibility window for qualifying maintenance expenditures to include costs incurred through 2023. These updates aim to provide greater financial support for ongoing railroad infrastructure improvements.
This bill authorizes the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali in recognition of his extraordinary athletic achievements and humanitarian contributions to the United States.
André Carson
Representative
IN
André Carson
Representative
IN
The Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act authorizes the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali in recognition of his extraordinary athletic achievements and lifelong humanitarian contributions. The bill directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the medal for presentation to his wife, Lonnie Ali, and authorizes the production and sale of bronze duplicates.
This bill amends federal law to require express Congressional authorization for the establishment or expansion of national monuments, effectively removing the President’s unilateral authority to designate them.
Celeste Maloy
Representative
UT
Celeste Maloy
Representative
UT
The Ending Presidential Overreach on Public Lands Act seeks to remove the President’s unilateral authority to establish or expand national monuments. Under this legislation, any new national monument designation or extension would require express authorization and a direct vote from Congress.
The Veterans Member Business Loan Act amends the Federal Credit Union Act to include loans made to veterans within the definition of "member business loans."
Vicente Gonzalez
Representative
TX
Vicente Gonzalez
Representative
TX
The Veterans Member Business Loan Act amends the Federal Credit Union Act to include loans made to veterans within the definition of "member business loans." This change aims to expand access to capital for veteran-owned businesses by facilitating easier lending through credit unions.
Urges the NCAA to reverse its transgender athlete policy, advocating for policies that ensure biological females compete against biological females in collegiate sports. It calls for all sports governing bodies to protect women's sports.
W. Steube
Representative
FL
W. Steube
Representative
FL
This bill urges the NCAA to reverse its current transgender athlete policy, arguing it discriminates against female athletes. It advocates for policies that ensure biological females compete against biological females in collegiate sports. The bill also calls on all sports governing bodies in the U.S. to protect women's sports.
This bill reclassifies silencers under federal tax law, removes federal registration requirements for legally transferred silencers, preempts state taxation and registration of silencers in commerce, and mandates the destruction of existing federal silencer registration records.
Ben Cline
Representative
VA
Ben Cline
Representative
VA
The Hearing Protection Act aims to remove silencers from the purview of the National Firearms Act (NFA) by treating them similarly to standard firearms under federal tax law. This legislation preempts certain state and local taxes and registration requirements related to silencers involved in interstate commerce. Furthermore, the bill mandates the destruction of existing federal silencer registration records and updates federal marking requirements for manufacturers.