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Rep. Burlison Urges NCAA to Approve Missouri State Postseason Waiver

November 14, 2025

Missouri State University’s football program has already earned six wins in its first FBS season, meeting the standard for postseason eligibility. Rep. Eric Burlison is urging the NCAA to grant the Bears a waiver so these student-athletes can compete in a bowl game they have earned. Read the full letter below.

November 14, 2025

Dear President Baker and Members of the NCAA Board of Governors,

I write in strong support of Missouri State University’s request for a Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) postseason waiver.

Rep. Burlison: Offices Remain Open to Serve Constituents During Government Shutdown

October 1, 2025

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Following the shutdown of the federal government due to Senate Democrats’ refusal to negotiate responsibly, Representative Eric Burlison (MO-07) reminded constituents that his offices will remain fully operational to provide assistance.

Burlison Statement on Indictment of Former FBI Director James Comey

September 25, 2025

Press Release

Grand jury charges Comey with obstruction of Congress and making false statements

Hearing Wrap Up: Expanded School Choice Boosts American Students’ Academic Performance

September 18, 2025

Press Release

The current state of post-secondary education institutions are failing to produce college graduates who are prepared to meet the U.S. economy’s needs.

Rep. Eric Burlison to Host Manufacturing Tour in Joplin

September 18, 2025

Press Release

JOPLIN, MO – Congressman Eric Burlison (MO-07) will host a Manufacturing Tour and Debriefing on Friday, September 26, 2025, at Missouri Southern State University’s Ron Richard Athletic Center (Building 42). Members of the media are invited to attend a lunch and debriefing session, followed by media availability for interviews.

The event will highlight ongoing efforts to strengthen domestic manufacturing, promote pro-growth policies, and gather insights from industry leaders and stakeholders across Missouri’s 7th Congressional District.

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Rep. Burlison Opens Hearing on School Choice Expansion

September 17, 2025

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Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Chairman Eric Burlison (R-Mo.) delivered opening remarks at today’s hearing on “Opening Doors to Opportunity: The Promise of Expanded School Choice and Alternatives to Four-Year College Degrees.”

Rep. Burlison Announces Hearing on Reversing the Decline of the American Education System

September 12, 2025

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American K-12 education had been declining for decades before the expansion of school choice programs that increased students’ performance and outcomes and lowered costs for taxpayers.

Rep. Burlison Mourns the Tragic Assassination of Charlie Kirk

September 11, 2025

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Charlie Kirk, 31, was tragically shot and killed at a Utah Valley University event.

Rep. Burlison Introduces Train Crew Choice Act to Block FRA’s Union-Driven Mandate

September 5, 2025

Press Release

This bill is about stopping union bosses from using Washington to get what they can’t win at the bargaining table.

Rep. Burlison Introduces UAP Disclosure Act of 2025 as Amendment to NDAA

August 29, 2025

Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Eric Burlison (MO-07) announced today that he has submitted the Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) Disclosure Act of 2025 as amendment to the FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to increase transparency on government records related to UAP.

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