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... Read More »
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... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Friday, Congressman August Pfluger's legislation to repeal the Natural Gas Tax included in the Inflation Reduction Act passed the U.S. House of Representatives as a part of H.R. 1023, the Cutting Green Corruption and Taxes Act. Congressman Pfluger spoke on the House Floor in advance of the vote. Watch here or read excerpts of his remarks as prepared below. "I rise in support of H.... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) proudly hosted House Speaker Mike Johnson (LA-04) in the Permian Basin for a rig tour with Diamondback Energy to kick off Energy Week in Congress. The U.S. House will vote on pro-energy legislation, including Rep. Pfluger's bill to repeal President Biden's harmful natural gas tax, this week as House Republicans work to restore American energy dom... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger introduced the No Foreign Persons Administering Our Elections Act, which prohibits noncitizens from serving as election administrators for U.S. federal elections. "American elections are the cornerstone of our democracy, and entrusting their administration to noncitizens undermines the very essence of our nation's sovereignty," said Congressman August Pf... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger released a statement following the release of President Biden's $7.3 Trillion FY2025 budget proposal: Rep. August Pfluger: "President Biden's $7.3 Trillion budget is debt on arrival. House Republicans will not accept this reckless spending spree that increases taxes and expands upon the harmful Bidenomics policies American families are already suffering ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed the Laken Riley Act. Pfluger led the charge for the House to take action. Rep. August Pfluger: "Laken Riley's death is a tragedy that would not have occurred if the U.S. had a secure border. After crossing the southern border illegally, her alleged murderer was released by the Bid... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger released the following reaction to President Biden's State of the Union Address. Rep. August Pfluger: "President Biden discussed his radical priorities including: endless American dollars to left wing priorities, abortion up until the point of birth, COVID-19, climate change, and pornographic books in schools. Americans deserve a strong economy, a secure... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Monday, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released a statement following the unanimous Supreme Court decision restoring President Trump to Colorado ballot: Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11): "I applaud the Supreme Court's unanimous ruling to prevent states from banning President Trump from the ballot and restore the rights of voters to decide the outcome of elections." Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX) unveiled the Combating Transnational Repression Act of 2024, a groundbreaking legislative initiative aimed at addressing the growing threat of transnational repression, including against U.S. citizens, on American soil. This legislation is co-led by Congressman Seth Magaziner (RI-02), the Ranking Member of the Counterterrorism Subcommittee.... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Thursday, the House of Representatives passed Rep. August Pfluger's legislation, H.R. 7176, the Unlocking Our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024. The bill will reverse President Biden’s liquified natural gas (LNG) export ban and unleash American LNG to lower energy costs while advancing U.S. energy security and the security of our allies. “President Biden has used every weapon and... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Representative August Pfluger (TX-11) has been named an Impeachment Manager in the Senate Impeachment Trial of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Congressman Pfluger is the Chairman of the Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence Subcommittee on the House Homeland Security Committee. He has been instrumental in the Committee's efforts to ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Representative August Pfluger (TX-11) released a statement after the U.S. House voted to impeach Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas follows a year-long investigation conducted by the House Homeland Security Committee on the consequences of the crisis at the southern border. Rep. August Pfluger: "Secretary Alejan... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Thursday, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released the following statement regarding the Special Counsel report: “The Special Counsel not only concluded that President Biden put our national security in jeopardy by willfully taking classified documents, but that his mental state is so poor that he cannot be held accountable for these actions. I am seriously concerned about the ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Representative August Pfluger spoke on the U.S. House Floor in support of the Articles of Impeachment against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The impeachment proceedings of Secretary Mayorkas follow a year-long investigation, conducted by the House Homeland Security Committee, of the consequences of the crisis at the southern border. Watch his re... Read More »