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Pfluger, Fischbach Introduce Legislation to Block Taxpayer-Funded Healthcare for Illegal Immigrants

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WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger took a bold stance to safeguard American taxpayers' hard-earned dollars by introducing a Congressional Review Act to strike President Biden’s taxpayer subsidies to illegal immigrants with Representative Michelle Fischbach (MN-07). This crucial legislation aims to prevent taxpayer funds from being used to provide healthcare benefits to illegal immi...

Pfluger Leads Lawmakers in Letter to Reimburse the State of Texas for the Border Crisis

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WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) led 18 Texas House Republicans in urging the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security to reimburse the State of Texas for the cost of securing the southwest border. In the letter, House Republicans said "Securing our homeland is a chief responsibility of the federal government. While Texas has faced the brunt of the 7.9 million...

Congressman August Pfluger Announces 2024 Congressional App Challenge

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WASHINGTON, DC — The office of Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) is now accepting submissions for the 2024 Congressional App Competition. The competition is open to all 6-12 grade students in the 11th Congressional District of Texas and is an opportunity for students to develop their skills in computer science and STEM. Rep. August Pfluger: "The Congressional App Challenge is an incredible opport...

HEAT Leaders Applaud Passage of Alaska's Right to Produce Act

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, RSC House Energy Action Team (HEAT) Chairman Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX), RSC Chairman Kevin Hern (R-OK), and Rep. Pete Stauber (MN-08) released the following statement after the U.S. House passed H.R. 6285 – Alaska’s Right to Produce Act of 2023: “Since day one of his Administration, President Biden has waged a disastrous war on American energy production. Now turning his s...

GOP rep looks to remove FAFSA aid for students convicted of rioting, assaulting police in Israel protests

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Originally Published by Fox News on May 1, 2024 Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, will soon introduce legislation that would withhold federal financial aid from student protesters convicted of rioting or attacking police in the latest wave of anti-Israel unrest, Fox News Digital has learned. Police have already arrested hundreds of student protesters for various crimes at anti-Israel encampments acros...

Pfluger Statement on House National Security Supplemental

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WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released a statement on the House national security supplemental legislation. Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11): “I proudly voted to fully support Israel in defending itself against Iran and its terrorist proxies, and implement strong sanctions and policies to counter Iran, China, and Russia. “On Ukraine I was conflicted. I’ve seen war up close ...

Unlocking America's energy potential by reversing Biden's LNG export ban

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Originally published by The Washington Times on April 18, 2024. OPINION: When energy security and economic prosperity hang in the balance, the importance of prioritizing American energy production cannot be overstated. That is why it is imperative to reverse President Biden’s ban on future liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, which threatens our nation’s energy independence and the livelihoods of ...

Pfluger Bill to Freeze $6 Billion in Iranian Assets Passes the U.S. House

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WASHINGTON, DC — Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Congressman August Pfluger's legislation permanently freezing all Iranian-sanctioned assets, including the $6 billion in funds that the Biden Administration unfroze on September 11, 2023, and prohibits the President from using any waiver authority, including licenses, guidance, or FAQs, to lift sanctions. "Americans deserve leade...

Pfluger Delivers Articles of Impeachment of DHS Secretary Mayorkas to Senate

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WASHINGTON, DC — As a House Impeachment Manager, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) today transmitted the Articles of Impeachment of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to the U.S. Senate. The Articles prove Secretary Mayorkas willfully and systemically refused to comply with the law and breached the public trust. The U.S. Senate is constitutionally obligated to hold an im...

Pfluger Introduces Legislation to Overturn EPA’s Methane Regulations Targeting American Energy Producers

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WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger joined Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) and Tracey Mann (KS-01) in introducing a Congressional Review Act to overturn the Biden administration’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) efforts to further regulate oil and gas producers. “One of the only promises President Biden has followed through on is his campaign vow to ‘end fossil fuels,’” sa...

Pfluger Leads Dozens of Lawmakers in Letter to EPA: Methane Fee is Unworkable

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WASHINGTON, DC — House Energy Action Team Chairman August Pfluger (TX-11) led 55 House Republicans in sending a letter to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan urging the EPA to revise implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act's so-called methane fee. In the letter, House Republicans said "The EPA's proposed rules blatantly violate Congressional intent and crea...

Congressman Pfluger Hosts Odessa Town Hall with Chairman Jim Jordan

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WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) hosted a Town Hall in Odessa with special guest Congressman Jim Jordan (OH-04)—the Chairman of the Judiciary and Weaponization of the Federal Government Committees. During the Town Hall, Congressman Pfluger and Chairman Jordan discussed their efforts to fight government corruption and stand up for the freedom of all Americans. The Members ...

Pfluger Calls for Public Trial of Alejandro Mayorkas, Announces Date of Transmission of Impeachment Articles

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WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger joined Speaker Mike Johnson and the House impeachment managers in sending a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer calling on the Senate to expeditiously schedule an impeachment trial of Department of Homeland Secretary (DHS) Alejandro Mayorkas, following the House’s vote to approve two articles of impeachment against Secretary Mayorkas. ...

Congressman August Pfluger Introduces EARLY Minds Act to Address Youth Mental Health Crisis

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WASHINGTON, DC — In response to the growing mental health crisis in America, Congressman August Pfluger is proud to announce the introduction of the Early Action and Responsiveness Lifts Youth (EARLY) Minds Act. Co-led by Representatives Kathy Castor, John Joyce, and John Sarbanes, this crucial bipartisan legislation aims to provide early intervention and prevention services to children and adults...

Pfluger Votes No on Appropriations Minibus

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WASHINGTON, DC — On Friday, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released a statement after voting against the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11): "I voted no today on the spending package. I appreciate Speaker Johnson’s leadership in finding ways to cut wasteful spending. It was a difficult vote because of many important priorities for national security, in...