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WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger joined Speaker Mike Johnson and the House impeachment managers in sending a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer calling on the Senate to expeditiously schedule an impeachment… Read more »

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… 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… 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… 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… Read more »

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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… 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… 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… 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… Read more »