WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act of 2025: "I voted to fund the government today because it was the responsible thing to do to keep the government open and working for the American people. I called for this action weeks ago to protect the momentum of President Tru... Read More »
Washington Reporter | Op-Ed Rep. August Pfluger & Rep. Michael Cloud | March 10, 2025 In a single evening, the American people witnessed a stark contrast between two visions for our nation. President Donald Trump’s Joint Address to Congress highlighted remarkable Americans who have overcome extraordinary challenges, while Democrats showed exactly who they are: a party that has completely lost its ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — As first reported in The Blaze, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) led a group of 35 GOP lawmakers on a letter commending President Trump for his administration's commitment to protecting American industries and jobs, which starkly contrasts the previous administration. In the letter, the members also requested that the President demand a resolution for Vulcan Materials Company as... Read More »
March 7, 2025 Friend, Welcome back to the weekly Pfluger Fly-By, a collection of events and happenings to keep you updated on everything I am doing week by week to represent you in Congress. This week, I was honored to attend President Trump's joint address to Congress where he laid out an aggressive plan for the future of our country, I chaired my first Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommit... Read More »
Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, questioned witnesses during a full committee hearing titled "Countering Threats Posed by the Chinese Communist Party to U.S. National Security." Ahead of the hearing, Chairman Pfluger introduced the "DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chine... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As first reported in The Daily Caller, Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX) and Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) introduced bicameral legislation to slash red tape and remove burdensome energy export restrictions imposed by former President Biden. The Unlocking Domestic LNG Potential Act depoliticizes the export of American liquefied natural gas (LNG) by eliminating the requirement for the U.S. D... Read More »
Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, questioned witnesses during yesterday's Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade hearing titled "Moving the Goalposts: How NIL is Reshaping College Athletics." The witnesses included: · Coach Shane Beamer, Head Football Coach, University of South Carolina · Mr. Josh Whitman, Director of Athletics, Univ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX) released the following statement in response to President Trump's joint address to Congress: "President Trump's address this evening made it clear: America is back! Tonight, President Trump delivered one of the most consequential addresses in the last two decades, reaffirming America's unwavering commitment to strength, security, and the renewal... Read More »
Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, chaired a hearing titled, "The Digital Battlefield: How Terrorists Use Online Networks for Recruitment and Radicalization," to learn about how America can simultaneously protect first amendment rights while taking proactive measures to prevent future ... Read More »
The Washington Examiner | Op-Ed Rep. August Pfluger and Rep. Zach Nunn | March 4, 2025 Since the beginning of our nation’s history, the core obligation of the federal government has been the common defense of the United States. Central to that mission is the readiness, lethality, strength, and warfighting acumen that make up the foundation of American deterrence. To paraphrase the words of former ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) and Congressman Dan Crenshaw (TX-02) led a letter urging Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin to expedite the review of the Texas Railroad Commission’s (RRC) application for primary enforcement responsibility (“primacy”) of Class VI underground injection control wells. These wells are integral to advancing carbon capture... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressmen August Pfluger (TX-11) and Don Davis (NC-01) introduced bipartisan legislation last week to lower out-of-pocket costs for seniors on Medicare. The Reducing Drug Prices for Seniors Act would limit an individual's coinsurance responsibility for prescription drugs, ensuring that their share of the drug cost is based on the drug’s net or actual price, which is less expen... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX), chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, introduced legislation and announced a hearing for this Tuesday to examine how foreign terrorist organizations use the internet and emerging technology to recruit, radicalize, and inspire attacks in the homeland. Chairman Pfluger introduced the “G... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ahead of World Teen Mental Wellness Day and in response to the growing mental health crisis in America, U.S. Representatives August Pfluger (TX-11), Kim Schrier (WA-08), John Joyce (PA-13), and Kathy Castor (FL-14), along with U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-CA), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Tim Kaine (D-VA), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to comba... Read More »
ODESSA, TX—This week, the Foreman family, a local family from Odessa, was finally united with their adopted daughter after she had been stuck in a state of uncertainty in Haiti due to the government being overthrown in 2024. Since learning of this issue, Congressman Pfluger has advocated on behalf of the Foreman family to expedite their unification process. "I am thrilled that the Forman Family h... Read More »
