WASHINGTON, DC — Representatives August Pfluger (TX-11) and Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) are creating a new avenue to cut off Iran’s funding for its terrorist proxies by equipping Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) to enforce oil sanctions. Senators Joni Ernst and Richard Blumenthal have introduced companion legislation in the U.S. Senate.
Since 2021, Iran has increased its oil revenue… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC —Today, Congressman August Pfluger voted for H.R. 6126, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act. The bill provides military assistance to our great ally Israel to ensure the safe return of American citizens impacted by the attacks on Israel. On October 7th, Hamas carried out an unprovoked terrorist attack on… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC — Following a recent bitpartisan letter led by Representative August Pfluger (TX-11) and Representative Debbie Dingell (MI-06), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) today announced a policy change to allow for increased broadband investment and expansion in rural areas. In the letter, Pfluger and Dingell led 16 of their colleagues in… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC — Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11) honored Permian Basin oilman and philanthropist Jim Henry in a speech on the House Floor.
Watch his remarks here, or read a full transcript below:
“Mr. Speaker I rise today to honor the life and the legacy of Mr. Jim Henry, whose legacy is one of true innovation and foresight. His… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger proudly announced that his dedicated district staff has achieved a monumental milestone in their service to the constituents of the 11th District of Texas. Through their tireless efforts, they have successfully closed 2,124 cases—resulting in the return of an impactful $1.7 million to the community. This is money that… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC — Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11) released a statement following the election of Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) to Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Rep. August Pfluger: “Mike Johnson is a Constitutional lawyer and one of the strongest conservatives in Congress who has devoted his life and career to fighting for fundamental freedoms and traditional values… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) introduced legislation to block Iran, the largest state-sponsor of terror, from accessing the $6 billion in funds that the Biden Administration unfroze on September 11, 2023. The bill is supported by the Republican Study Committee and co-led by Republican Study Committee Chairman Kevin Hern (OK-01), Representative Joe Wilson… Read more »
Pfluger on Hamas’ Heinous Attack on Israel
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, House Homeland Security Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence Subcommittee Chairman August Pfluger (TX-11) released a statement in response to Hamas’ heinous attack on Israel.
“The Iran-backed Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel are horrific and barbaric. We must take a stand against the radical ideology… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) joined Speaker Kevin McCarthy (CA-23) in a press conference last night demanding President Biden and Congress take action to fund the government and secure the border.
Watch Pfluger’s remarks here or read a transcript below.
“Everybody's talking about a shutdown. And that's all that's been in the news. I'm talking about a… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) introduced legislation with Homeland Security Chairman Mark Green (TN-7) to block funding for the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) newly-formed Homeland Intelligence Experts Group, which includes former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper and former Director of the Central Intelligence Agency John Brennan.… Read more »
