U.S. Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO)
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Rep. Burlison's FIT Procurement Act passes oversight committee unanimously
Earlier this week, U.S. Representative Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) introduced the Federal Improvement in Technology (FIT) Procurement Act to simplify federal procurement and facilitate the acquisition of cutting-edge technologies by agencies. A key provision of the bill, raising the Micro-Purchase Threshold to $25,000, is projected to save over $30 million annually.
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Rep. Burlison introduces bill opposing NLRB's latest ruling
On September 17, 2024, Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) introduced legislation aimed at blocking the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) final rule titled “Representation—Case Procedures: Election Bars; Proof of Majority Support in Construction Industry Collective-Bargaining Relationships.”
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Rep. Burlison introduces series of appropriations bill amendments targeting immigration policies
Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) recently introduced a series of amendments to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs (SFOPs) appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2025. These bills are currently being considered on the House floor. Rep. Burlison also collaborated with colleagues to cosponsor amendments to the Department of Defense (DOD) appropriation bill.
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Rep. Burlison introduces act to create tax deduction for long-term care insurance
Today, Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) introduced the Improving Access to Long-Term Care Insurance Act, aimed at creating a tax deduction for the cost of long-term care insurance premiums.
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Resolution introduced by Rep. Burlison aims to rescind January 6th Committee subpoenas
Today, Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) and 24 of his colleagues introduced a resolution to rescind the subpoenas issued by the January 6th Committee for Stephen K. Bannon, Mark Meadows, Daniel Scavino Jr., and Peter K. Navarro. The resolution also seeks to withdraw recommendations that these individuals be found in contempt of Congress and requires the Speaker of the House to notify the Department of Justice of these actions.
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Rep. Burlison files four amendments to FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act
Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) has filed a series of amendments to H.R. 8070, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA).
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Rep. Burlison requests details on DEI program funding from White House
On May 17, 2024, Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) led a letter to Shalanda D. Young, Director of the White House Office of Management and Budget, requesting information on Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs throughout the federal government.
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Rep. Burlison introduces bill addressing Table Rock Lake property issues
Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) introduced the Table Rock Lake Property Flexibility Act today, aiming to address an issue affecting residents around Table Rock Lake.
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Rep. Burlison urges Columbia University donors amid rising campus antisemitic attacks
Today, Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) led a letter urging donors to withdraw support from Columbia University until significant changes are made, beginning with the resignation of President Minouche Shafik.
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Rep. Burlison urges donors to withdraw support from Columbia University over antisemitism concerns
On April 26, 2024, Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) led a letter urging donors to withdraw support from Columbia University until substantial changes are implemented, beginning with the resignation of President Minouche Shafik.
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Rep. Burlison introduces resolution against FRA's train crew size rule
WASHINGTON—Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval to nullify the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Train Crew Size Safety Requirements Final Rule. This rule mandates that all freight rails must have a two-person crew at all times. A 2015 study found there is no safety difference "whether there is one qualified person or two qualified persons manning a train," making this rule unnecessary. Furthermore, the only entity this benefits is unions, not consumers or owners of these small businesses.
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Rep. Burlison introduces bill addressing USACE regulations at Table Rock Lake
WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) introduced the Table Rock Lake Property Protection Act to address regulations enforced by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) that affect local residents.
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Rep. Burlison leads call for UAP investigation subcommittee
Today, Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) led a bipartisan letter to Speaker Johnson requesting the establishment of a select subcommittee under the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability to investigate the Federal Government’s response to Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP).
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Rep. Burlison Introduces Undoing Nationwide Programs and Limiting Unnecessary Grants for Electric Vehicles (UNPLUG EVs) Act
WASHINGTON- Congressman Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) and Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-WY-At Large) have introduced the Undoing Nationwide Programs and Limiting Unnecessary Grants for Electric Vehicles (UNPLUG EVs) Act. The purpose of this act is to rescind funding for the two electric vehicle charging station grants in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.In explaining the rationale behind the act, Rep. Burlison stated, "The federal government's role isn't to subsidize the electric vehicle industry, especially when doing so raises energy prices for Americans, makes our grid...
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Rep. Burlinson Introduces the Banning EPA's Encroachment of Facilities (BEEF) Act
WASHINGTON- Representatives Eric Burlison (R-MO-07) and Ron Estes (R-KS-04) have introduced the Banning EPA's Encroachment of Facilities (BEEF) Act, a bill aimed at protecting small family-owned meat and poultry processors from new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations. The proposed rule, titled "Clean Water Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Meat and Poultry Products Point source category," would expand regulations and impose burdensome testing requirements on these businesses.According to Rep. Burlison, the new EPA regulation is not only...
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Rep. Burlison leads Pro-Life letter to Speaker Johnson
On January 19, 2024, Representative Burlison and a group of lawmakers sent a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson expressing their concerns about the Department of Defense (DoD) Appropriations Bill. The letter urged Speaker Johnson to include language in the bill that unequivocally prohibits the use of taxpayer funds for service members to travel to obtain an abortion.The lawmakers voiced their opposition to the Biden Administration's attempt to incorporate abortion policies into various sectors of the government, including the military. They highlighted the DoD's memorandum,...
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Rep. Burlison Introduces the Judicial Review Timeline Clarity Act
Congressman Eric Burlison of Missouri, along with Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee Chairman David Rouzer, has introduced the Judicial Review Timeline Clarity Act. This new legislation seeks to address the issue of environmental activist groups using litigation to delay crucial projects. The act proposes setting a deadline of 60 days for entities to file a suit challenging the issuance of a permit for the discharge of dredged or fill material. The aim is to provide certainty to agencies and communities, facilitating faster authorizations and spurring...