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Rep. Eric Burlison, a U.S. congressman representing Missouri's 7th district, shared a series of posts on April 8 and 9, 2025, addressing various issues from governmental expenses to taxation and fiscal policy. With a background in the Missouri House of Representatives and Senate before his current role in Congress, Burlison has been vocal on multiple fiscal matters.

On April 8, 2025, Burlison criticized the Department of Labor's expenditure on office space, stating, "The Department of Labor spends $40 million a year in rent but only houses 441 employees in a building that could fit 4,869. That's not very efficient, but because it's taxpayer dollars no one seems to care." This critique highlights concerns over the utilization of taxpayer funds and governmental inefficiency.

Continuing his discussion on financial topics, Burlison posted on April 9, 2025, advocating for changes to tax regulations, saying, "Today is a great day to get rid of the $200 tax stamp on NFA items." This statement reflects a push for reform in the taxation of firearms and related items under the National Firearms Act (NFA).

In another post on the same day, April 9, 2025, Burlison addressed the potential financial impact of Senate reconciliation instructions, claiming that they "would add as much to deficits as the American Rescue Plan, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, CARES Act, and bipartisan infrastructure law combined." This assertion suggests significant fiscal implications of the reconciliation instructions currently before the Senate.

Eric Burlison has served in the U.S. Congress since 2023, succeeding Billy Long, following a history of political involvement in Missouri. Born in Springfield and residing in Ozark, Burlison holds a BA from Missouri State University.