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WASHINGTON, D.C., (Apr. 26, 2023) – Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) voted against legislation that would raise the debt ceiling.
H.R. 2811, the Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023 would suspend the debt limit through March 31, 2024 or until an increase in debt of $1.5 trillion, whichever comes first. It would also allow discretionary spending to grow by 1% each year through FY2033.
KNOXVILLE, Tenn., (Apr. 24, 2023) – Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) reintroduced the Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act.
"Roddie Edmonds showed incredible bravery that should make every American proud," said Rep. Burchett. "He fearlessly faced down Nazi soldiers during World War II and saved hundreds of Jewish lives when he refused to turn in his fellow Jewish servicemembers, even at gunpoint. This Congressional Gold Medal is a fitting way to honor his legacy."
WASHINGTON, D.C., (Apr. 20, 2023) – Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) voted in favor of H.R. 734, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act. This bill would provide women and girls equal opportunity in athletics and a fair playing field by ensuring that athletic departments follow Title IX rules that protect the integrity of women's sports.
WASHINGTON, D.C., (Apr. 20, 2023) – Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) voted in favor of H.J.Res.42, Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022.
WASHINGTON, D.C., (Apr. 19, 2023) – On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, Maya MacGuineas joined Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02) to discuss the budget process in the United States, how the federal government can reduce spending and pay down debt, and the impact our national debt will have on future generations of Americans.
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.”