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Pfluger Votes to Nullify Biden EPA Lesser Prairie Chicken Rule

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WASHINGTON, DC —U.S. Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released a statement after voting for S.J. Res. 9 — A Congressional Review Act to nullify the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service rule listing the Lesser Prairie-Chicken as an endangered species, which the Biden Administration advanced to the detriment of agriculture and energy producers and…

Rep. Pfluger seeks to lower military aviation cancer rates with bipartisan ACES Act

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WASHINGTON, DC — Tuesday, Representative August Pfluger reintroduced the Aviator Cancers Examination Study (ACES) Act, with the bipartisan support of co-lead Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19). Pilots and aircrew have been found to have a higher risk of developing prostate cancer and melanoma, with possible links to non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and testicular cancer.…

Pfluger Resolution Supporting Israel Passes House

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WASHINGTON, DC — Tuesday, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11)’s resolution supporting the State of Israel passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The resolution clearly states that: The State of Israel is not a racist or apartheid state; Congress rejects all forms of antisemitism and xenophobia; and the United States will always be a staunch partner and supporter of Israel. Senator…

Pfluger, Bera introduce bipartisan Gray Zone Defense Assessment Act

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Pfluger, Bera introduce bipartisan Gray Zone Defense Assessment Act WASHINGTON, DC —Friday, Representatives August Pfluger (TX-11) and Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) introduced the Gray Zone Defense Assessment Act along with Representatives Darrell Issa (CA-48) and Dean Phillips (MN-03). This bipartisan legislation directs the United States…

Pfluger Resolution Supporting Israel Scheduled for House Vote

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Pfluger Resolution Supporting Israel Scheduled for House Vote Monday, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) introduced a resolution supporting the State of Israel. The resolution clearly affirms that: Israel is not a racist or an apartheid state; The House rejects all forms of antisemitism and xenophobia; and the United States will always be a staunch partner and supporter of the…

Pfluger Priorities Included in National Defense Bill

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Pfluger Priorities Included in National Defense Bill WASHINGTON, DC — Friday, six of Congressman August Pfluger’s amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passed the House of Representatives. Rep. Pfluger (TX-11) released a statement following the passage of the annual defense bill: Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11):…

China seeks to gain 'foothold' on America’s doorstep amid border crisis, top Republican warns

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Originally published by Fox News on July 16, 2023 EXCLUSIVE: A top Republican on the House Homeland Security Committee is warning of a growing Chinese Communist Party influence in Latin America – as he returns from a trip to the region, where he spoke to officials about the dangers of the geopolitical foe. Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, led a congressional delegation to the…

Pfluger wants pay raises, money toward Fort Cavazos in defense bill

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Originally Published by the Killeen Daily Herald on July 14, 2023 Congressman August Pfluger announced Friday that the House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) with amendments which directly affect soldiers stationed at Fort Cavazos. Pfluger, R-San Angelo, said in a news release that pay for soldiers will increase 5.2% and there is $40…