Hearing Wrap Up: Congress Must Act to Advance Nuclear Energy

Held hearing on small and micro modular nuclear reactors to advance clean energy.

“[The] NRC should open nuclear innovation zones on federal land. So, the recent [executive orders] rightly encouraged the testing of nuclear reactors on federal lands, which would allow private developers to quickly iterate designs and run safety tests without waiting years.”

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Burlison Opens Subcommittee Hearing on Advancing Nuclear Energy

Opened subcommittee hearing on advancing nuclear energy and permitting reform.

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Burlison Announces Hearing on Advancing Nuclear Energy

Announced hearing on advancing nuclear energy technology and small modular reactors.

“America is at risk of falling behind in the global energy race—and that should concern every one of us. The hard truth is that excessive regulations and red tape from previous administrations have stifled private-sector innovation, preventing us from fully unleashing America’s energy potential.”

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Rep. Burlison’s Judicial Review Timeline Clarity Act Advances in Committee

Advanced bill establishing 60-day deadline for Clean Water Act permit lawsuits.

“Frivolous lawsuits from environmental activists have derailed critical infrastructure projects”

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Reps. Burlison and Subramanyam Introduce the FIT Procurement Act to Save Taxpayers Millions

Introduced bipartisan bill to modernize federal technology procurement and save taxpayers millions.

“The FIT Procurement Act cuts through the red tape, saves taxpayers money, and finally brings procurement practices up to the standards of any efficient business.”

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Congressman Burlison Reintroduces Bill to Cut Burdensome Propane Regulations

Reintroduced bill to exempt propane tanks up to 126,000 pounds from federal chemical facility regulations.

“This is a classic case of Washington overreach. Small propane businesses in Southwest Missouri and across the country are forced to pass those costs on to American families. These regulations are wasteful, time consuming, and costly. My bill puts policy back in line with reality.”

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Congressional Baseball Game Shatters Previous 2024 Fundraising, Attendance Records

Congressional Baseball Game raised record $2.75 million for local charities.

“It’s an exciting night as we get ready to open the gates to our largest crowd ever at Nationals Park”

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Rep. Burlison Reintroduces Reliable Grid Act to Reverse Democrat-Led EPA Assault on U.S. Energy

Reintroduced Reliable Grid Act to prevent EPA regulations restricting power plant operations.

“The grid is on the brink because of years of reckless Democrat policies that shut down reliable energy in the name of climate extremism”

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Burlison Opens Hearing on the IRA’s Threat to Energy and Medicine

Held hearing criticizing Inflation Reduction Act's energy subsidies and market effects.

“Mandates, Meddling, and Mismanagement: The IRA’s Threat to Energy and Medicine.”

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Burlison and Grothman Announce Hearing on the Inflation Reduction Act’s Harm to American Energy and Medicine

Announced joint hearing criticizing Inflation Reduction Act's energy and Medicare provisions.

“Mandates, Meddling, and Mismanagement: The IRA’s Threat to Energy and Medicine.”

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Burlison Joins Push to Scrap Biden’s $1 Trillion Energy Scam

Joined Republicans calling for full repeal of Inflation Reduction Act's green energy subsidies.

“Republicans were elected on a promise to dismantle Biden’s Green New Scam”

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Burlison Joins House Conservatives in Renewed Push for Fiscally Responsible Budget Deal

Joined House conservatives calling for fiscally responsible reconciliation legislation.

“the Ways and Means Committee’s instruction must be lowered dollar-for-dollar to keep the reconciliation bill within the agreed limits.”

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Rep. Burlison Announces Hearing on Revitalizing American Manufacturing, Protecting Critical Supply Chains

Announced subcommittee hearing on revitalizing American manufacturing and protecting supply chains from China.

“For decades, America’s manufacturing industry has been gutted—sold off piece by piece to bidders overseas. The federal government has allowed cheap foreign labor, red tape, and a broken permitting system to hollow out America’s industrial might, handing over critical supply chains to the Chinese Communist Party.”

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Comer, Burlison Investigate Biden-Era Abuses of Endangered Species Act and Impact on Energy Costs

Requested briefing on Endangered Species Act enforcement and energy costs impact.

“The Endangered Species Act (ESA) requires NOAA Fisheries to consult the Secretary of Commerce on whether a species should be listed as endangered or otherwise.”

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Chairman Burlison: Artificial Intelligence Technology Has the Potential to Transform America

Delivered opening statement at hearing on AI economics, data centers, and power consumption.

“America’s AI Moonshot: The Economics of AI, Data Centers, and Power Consumption.”

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Reps. Burlison and Golden Introduce Bipartisan Guidance Clarity Act to Support Small Businesses

Introduced bipartisan bill requiring federal agencies to clearly label guidance as non-binding.

“Unelected bureaucrats have abused guidance documents to impose backdoor regulations without following the formal rulemaking process. They create confusion to intimidate businesses into thinking suggestions on how to comply with federal regulations are themselves legal requirements.”

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Rep. Burlison Welcomes Former U.S. Air Force Officer David Grusch as Special Advisor

Announced David Grusch as special advisor on government transparency and UAP declassification.

“The public is rightfully demanding to know the truth and it is my true privilege for me to serve the people of this country once again. I will use all my expertise to support Rep.”

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Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Advances Rep. Burlison’s Paycheck Protection Act

Advanced bill ending automatic federal employee paycheck deductions for union dues.

“The government takes money from federal workers' paychecks for union dues, even if the workers disagree with how the money’s used, and the taxpayers are on the hook for the administrative costs”

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Chairman Burlison Announces Hearing to Examine America’s Leadership in Artificial Intelligence

Announced hearing on artificial intelligence, data centers, and U.S. economic and national security leadership.

“The United States is the indisputable global leader in AI, but under no circumstances can we take this lead for granted.”

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Rep. Burlison Introduces the Ending the Cycle of Dependency Act of 2025

Introduced bill expanding work requirements for SNAP and Medicaid recipients to reduce dependency.

“For too long, millions of able-bodied adults have been trapped in a cycle of government dependency with no incentive to work. Hardworking taxpayers should not be forced to subsidize benefits for those who are fully capable of providing for themselves.”

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Burlison to Lead Hearing on the State of U.S. Energy Reliability

Announced subcommittee hearing on strengthening U.S. energy reliability and reducing regulatory burdens.

“Hard working Americans deserve affordable, reliable energy. For far too long, suffocating regulations and unnecessary red tape have stifled innovation, hamstrung energy producers, and driven up prices for American families and businesses.”

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Reps. Burlison, Hageman Reintroduce UNPLUG EVs Act to End Wasteful Spending on Charging Stations

Reintroduced bill to rescind $5 billion in EV charging station funding from infrastructure law.

“Americans deserve the freedom to choose the vehicles they drive without government interference”

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Rep. Eric Burlison and Sen. Mike Lee Reintroduce Achieving Choice in Education Act During National School Choice Week

Reintroduced bill to expand education savings accounts and school choice policies.

“Parents deserve the freedom to choose the best educational path for their children, and the Achieving Choice in Education Act empowers them by expanding 529 education savings accounts and encouraging states to embrace school choice policies”

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Congressman Burlison Introduces the Life at Conception Act

Introduced Life at Conception Act declaring unborn children are persons under 14th Amendment.

“Every life is a sacred gift from God, deserving of dignity and protection from the moment of conception”

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Rep. Burlison Named Chairman of Key Oversight Subcommittee

Named Chairman of House Oversight Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs.

“In this role, he will work with President Trump and his administration to unleash domestic energy production and cut red tape that stifles economic growth.”

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