Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Jan. 20, 2022) – U.S. Representative Tim Burchett (TN-02) introduced the Fentanyl Trafficker Elimination Act today, a bill that holds fentanyl smugglers accountable for their role in the United States’ opioid epidemic. U.S. Representatives Tom Tiffany (WI-07), Michael Guest (MS-03) and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) joined Rep. Burchett’s legislation as original cosponsors. 
 

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Jan. 12, 2022) – Today, U.S. Representative Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the first episode of his new podcast series titled Tennessee Talks with Tim Burchett. 

“I’m excited to share my views, as well feature voices from throughout our community and country, on Tennessee Talks,” Rep. Burchett said. “I encourage Second District constituents to tune in and hear directly from me about where I stand on important issues.” 

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 2, 2021) – U.S. Representative Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement regarding the smuggling of fentanyl-laced substances into the United States:

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 2, 2021) – On Wednesday, U.S. Representative Tim Burchett (TN-02) called for the creation of a national memorial garden to display statues of U.S. presidents that have been removed from state and local government buildings.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Nov. 19, 2021) – Yesterday, U.S. Representative Tim Burchett (TN-02) introduced legislation to implement term limits for incoming members of Congress. These new term limits would not apply to members of Congress holding office on the day the amendment is ratified.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 19, 2021) – Tonight, U.S. Representative Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement regarding his vote against Joe Biden's $1.7 trillion social welfare agenda: