WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) led a congressional delegation to the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (most commonly known as COP29) to showcase the innovation and impact of U.S. energy on the global stage. "I am proud to have led a congressional delegation to COP29 to show that the United States is leading the way in energy innovation and is open for business,... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, RSC House Energy Action Team (HEAT) Chairman Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX), and RSC Chairman Kevin Hern (R-OK) released the following statement after President Trump nominated Chris Wright to serve as the Secretary of the Department of Energy: “President Trump’s selection of Mr. Chris Wright as Secretary of Energy is a fantastic choice. We were proud to host Mr. Wright at our ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — This morning, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) was elected to serve as the Chairman of the Republican Study Committee (RSC) in the 119th Congress. Rep. Pfluger previously served as the Chairman of the RSC House Energy Action Team. The Republican Study Committee is the largest caucus of House Conservatives on Capitol Hill. The organization works to enact strong conservative pol... Read More »
November 15, 2024 Republican Study Committee Chairman I am honored to announce that my colleagues elected me today to be the Chairman of the Republican Study Committee for the 119th Congress. Founded in 1973, the Republican Study Committee is the largest caucus of House Conservatives on Capitol Hill. The organization works to enact strong conservative policies that provide for and protect the Ame... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) issued the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) final rule to implement a natural gas tax against American energy producers: Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11): “President Biden’s promise to end fossil fuels hurt the hardworking energy producers of my district, who have worked diligently to increase production whi... Read More »
November 8, 2024 Thank You, Texas-11 Camille and I are humbled to continue serving you and this great district in the 119th Congress. It is the honor of a lifetime and a responsibility we do not take lightly. Texas-11 is home to the best communities of kind, honest, and dedicated people. Thank you for trusting me and my family to take the values of our district and stand up for our Texas way of l... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) is working to ensure sensitive Biden-Harris Administration documents and records are protected during the Presidential Transition in accordance with guidelines set by the National Archives and Record Administration (NARA): Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11): "During the Presidential Transition, agencies and departments must maintain records and preser... Read More »
November 1, 2024 100th Bill Introduced: STRAFE Act I am proud to announce the introduction of my 100th piece of legislation on behalf of the 11th Congressional District of Texas: the Stop Resistance Activities by Federal Employees (STRAFE) Act, a bill designed to prevent career federal bureaucrats from actively resisting the directives and policies of a presidential administration. Career unelect... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) has introduced his 100th piece of legislation: the Stop Resistance Activities by Federal Employees (STRAFE) Act, a bill designed to prevent career federal bureaucrats from actively resisting the directives and policies of a presidential administration. The legislation aims to uphold democratic governance by ensuring that federal employees abide... Read More »
Originally Published in the Washington Reporter on October 28, 2024. In the run-up to next week’s elections, Rep. August Pfluger (R., Texas) is rolling out legislation, obtained exclusively by the Washington Reporter, that will prevent career bureaucrats within the administration from undermining the next presidential administration. The Stop Resistance Activities by Federal Employees Act (STRAFE)... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) led a coalition of 45 lawmakers in sending a letter to Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm raising serious concerns about transparency and accountability within the Department of Energy (DOE) regarding the Biden-Harris Administration’s handling of liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. Pfluger and his colleagues call for answers regarding studi... Read More »
October 25, 2024 DOE Cover-Up of LNG Report I led forty-five of my colleagues in sending a letter to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jennifer Granholm raising serious concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability within the agency regarding the Biden-Harris Administration’s handling of liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. In the letter, we write: "The Biden-Harris Administration... Read More »
October 18, 2024 Elimination of Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar Yesterday, Israel announced the elimination of Yahya Sinwar, the architect behind Hamas' horrific October 7th attacks on Israel. I commend the Israeli Defense Force for standing up to terror and protecting their citizens. This is a victory for justice and a reminder that terrorism will not prevail. I will continue standing firmly with Isra... Read More »
October 11, 2024 Praying for Those Impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton Camille and I continue to pray for all those in Florida impacted by Hurricane Milton, along with our fellow Americans in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee, as they work to rebuild their communities after Hurricane Helene. I am working with my colleagues in Congress to press the White House to prioriti... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) joined U.S. Representatives Randy Weber (TX-14), Chip Roy (TX-21), and other Texas Republican lawmakers in calling on the Biden-Harris Administration to immediately provide the necessary data to protect the integrity of Texas elections and ensure that only U.S. citizens are registered to vote in the State of Texas. The letter to the Dire... Read More »
