WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) secured major wins in the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which passed the House this week. The NDAA is the legislative vehicle that authorizes policies, programs, and spending for the Department of War. As a U.S. Air Force Academy graduate, fighter pilot with nearly two decades of experience, and Colonel in the U.S. Air Force R... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, participated in a Subcommittee on Energy hearing this week to examine how onerous building and energy efficiency standards raise housing costs and harm grid reliability. During the hearing, Rep. Pfluger had experts confirm that burdensome Biden-era Department of Energy (DOE) regulations have ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, penned an op-ed in Fox News to reflect on the 24th anniversary of September 11, 2001, outline how terror threats have evolved since that fateful day, and sound the alarm on our need to respond to the threats with urgency and precision. Read the op-... Read More »
Originally Published in Fox News on September 11, 2025 On the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, I was in Del Rio, Texas, just one week away from graduating from pilot training. It was a day that began like any other as I looked forward to what was supposed to be a celebratory start to my flying career. Then, everything changed. The horrific terrorist attacks on our nation not only altered the course of m... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released the following statement in response to the horrific murder of Charlie Kirk. "Camille and I are mourning the tragic loss of Charlie Kirk, who was murdered in a horrific act of political violence. Charlie was a loving father, devoted husband, and dear friend. I had the privilege of serving alongside him on the U.S. Air Force Academy Board... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC— Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors, released the following statement in response to the horrific murder of Charlie Kirk. "Today, the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors lost a dear friend and colleague, Charlie Kirk, after he was murdered in a horrific act of political violence. Last month, we had the opportunity to me... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC— Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, participated in a Subcommittee on Communications and Technology hearing to discuss public safety communications in the United States. Witnesses included Mr. Steve Newton, Emergency Management Director, Chatham County Emergency Management, Sheriff Shannon Dicus, San Bernardino County, Dr. Brian... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) and Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) led over 40 of their colleagues, including the entire Texas Republican Delegation, in sending a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin, recommending modifications to the 2026 and 2027 Renewable Volume Obligations (RVO) proposed rule. The recommendations offered by Pf... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released the following statement, encouraging K-12 students in Texas's 11th Congressional District to participate in First Lady Melania Trump's Presidential Artificial Intelligence (AI) Challenge. "The First Lady's Presidential AI Challenge is an outstanding opportunity for students interested in STEM and computer science to showcase their... Read More »
Originally published in the San Angelo Standard-Times on September 5, 2025 Republicans in Congress, alongside President Trump, delivered a transformative piece of legislation last month on America’s 249th anniversary. I refer, of course, to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act – the largest Working Families Tax Cut package in American history. I am of the camp that Americans deserve lower taxes and less... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) penned an op-ed in the San Angelo Standard-Times, outlining how the Largest Working Families Tax Cut package in American history secures historic, tangible wins for Texans. You can read the full piece here or below. Much-needed tax cuts are coming for hardworking Texans | Opinion By: Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11) Republicans in Congress, alongside ... Read More »
September 5, 2025 Friend, Welcome back to the weekly Pfluger Fly-By, a roundup of events and updates to keep you informed about everything I'm doing week by week to represent you in Congress. It was great to be back in Washington this week, where I honored two Texas National Guard units for their heroic service during the July 4th floods. This week, I also penned an op-ed on the key provisions of... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) spoke on the House floor to honor two extraordinary Texas National Guard units that did not hesitate to jump into action on the morning of July 4th as floodwaters devastated parts of Central and West Texas. Watch his full remarks here or by clicking the image below: You can also read his remarks as delivered below: I rise today with immense prid... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, the House Committee on Homeland Security advanced Congressman August Pfluger's (TX-11) bill to address terror threats posed by online radicalization. The Generative AI Terrorism Risk Assessment Act requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)to conduct annual assessments on terrorism threats to the U.S. posed by terrorist organizations like ISIS and al Qaeda, utilizi... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) announced his office is accepting submissions for the 2025 Congressional App Challenge. This competition offers middle and high school students the opportunity to further develop their skills in computer science and STEM fields. Students will have until October 30, 2025, to submit their app. Information on the Congressional App Challenge,... Read More »
