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

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Tags: Energy

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…

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.…

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…

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…

Pfluger Bill to Block President Biden's Natural Gas Tax Passes U.S. House

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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…

Congressman Pfluger Welcomes Speaker Mike Johnson to the Permian Basin to Kick off Energy Week

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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…

Pfluger Introduces Bill Prohibiting Noncitizens from Overseeing American Elections

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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…

Pfluger: President Biden's $7.3 Trillion Budget is 'Debt on Arrival'

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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…