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KNOXVILLE, TENN., (Apr. 5, 2023) – On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, Travis Howerton joined Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02) to talk about his experience as an entrepreneur, what makes East Tennessee a great place to start a business, and how his company is helping government agencies and companies navigate complicated federal security laws.
WASHINGTON, D.C., (Mar. 30, 2023) – Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) voted in favor of H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act. This bill would boost U.S. energy production by eliminating unnecessary climate regulations that negatively impact energy producers.
WASHINGTON, D.C., (Mar. 22, 2023) – On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, Ashley Capps joined Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02) to talk about Capps founding AC Entertainment, historic Knoxville theaters, and what he expects from this years Big Ears Festival.
“Ashley has done so much for the city of Knoxville and the state of Tennessee” said Rep. Burchett. “He's got an incredible resume when it comes to the entertainment scene and really knows how to put on a festival."
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Mar. 10, 2023) – The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 140, the Protecting Speech from Government Interference Act.
The Protecting Speech from Government Interference Act would expressly prohibit federal employees from censoring lawful speech. The bill prohibits agency employees from using their official authority or resources to influence or pressure a private sector platform to censor, remove, suppress, or restrict any lawful speech posted on its platform by a person or entity.
WASHINGTON, D.C., (Mar. 8, 2023) – On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, U.S. Congressman John Rose (TN-06) joined Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02) to talk about what he is hearing from farmers back home, and about his work on the House Financial Services Committee.
“Tennessee Talks don’t get more Tennessean than this,” said Rep. Burchett. “John’s a good friend of mine who really cares about our farmers, both our present farmers and future generations. And he’s smart as a whip on top of it all.”
WASHINGTON, D.C., (Feb. 28, 2023) – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.J.Res. 30, which would nullify a Biden administration rule that allows retirement plan investment managers to make investment decisions based on political factors instead of solely on the financial benefits to the plan and participants. Rep. Burchett is an original cosponsor of this resolution.
KNOXVILLE, Tenn., (Feb. 23., 2023) – On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, Dr. Marianne Wanamaker joined Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02) to discuss the economic hardships facing Americans, how government red-tape and regulations affect our labor market, and how the U.S. can revitalize its workforce.
"Dr. Wanamaker is really sharp," said Rep. Burchett. "She's highly regarded in her field and has a strong grasp on the inner workings of our economy and the issues facing Americans.”
WASHINGTON, D.C., (Feb. 8., 2023) – Today, U.S. Representative Tim Burchett (TN-02) was named Vice Chair of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia.
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WASHINGTON, D.C., (Feb. 7, 2023) – Today, U.S. Representative Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement following President Joe Biden’s 2023 State of the Union address:
"It seemed to me like a plan to make the government even bigger. The president made clear he has no regard for the amount of money his administration spends and doesn’t seem willing to compromise. Especially on the southern border and crime. I think it’s clear Republicans have our work cut out for us.”