WASHINGTON, DC — As Chairman of the Republican Study Committee (RSC), Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) hosted the Secretary of the Interior and Chairman of the newly formed National Energy Dominance Council Doug Burgum, on Capitol Hill for this week’s RSC members meeting. During the meeting, Secretary Burgum outlined his goals to unleash all forms of American energy, including oil, gas, and coal. He also spoke on his work to streamline permitting and bolster American energy production.

"As the representative for the most prolific oil and gas producing region in the country, I remain committed to working alongside the administration to advance pro-growth, energy policies," said Congressman Pfluger. "Under the leadership of Secretary Burgum, America will once again be energy dominant."

Background:

Rep. Pfluger was elected by his colleagues in November of 2024 to serve as the Chair of the Republican Study Committee (RSC) for the 119th Congress. He previously served as Chair of the RSC House Energy Action Team for the 118th Congress, leading energy policy on Capitol Hill.

The Republican Study Committee is the oldest and largest conservative caucus in the U.S. House and represents the leading voice for conservative values in Congress. The RSC is home to 189 strong conservative members, representing congressional districts from across the country.