MIDLAND, TX—Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) partnered with Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) to host several Republican members of the Committee in the Permian Basin for a tour of a uranium enrichment facility, a roundtable with industry executives, and a tour of a hydraulic fracturing site. To recap the day, Rep. Pfluger, Chairman Guthrie, and the other members hosted a press conference.
Joining Rep. Pfluger and Chairman Guthrie were Representatives Rick Allen (GA-12), Russell Fry (SC-07), Randy Weber (TX-14), Nick Langworthy (NY-13), and Craig Goldman (TX-12).
Photos from the day are available for broadcast and distribution HERE.
“It was an honor to partner with Chairman Guthrie to bring members of the Energy and Commerce Committee to the Permian Basin for an impactful and informative visit to see firsthand the region that powers the world. I am working tirelessly in Congress—alongside my fellow members on the Energy and Commerce Committee and in partnership with the energy sector—to support reliable baseload power. Natural gas is essential to securing our electric grid, and I am committed to protecting it to strengthen America’s energy future,” said Rep. Pfluger.
“Today, we saw firsthand the critical work being done to power our country. We’re in a race with China to lead in AI, and winning that race will require reliable, affordable energy. Oil, natural gas, and nuclear power are key to that effort. I’m grateful to our members who are driving solutions to bring more power online and meet America’s growing energy demands,” said Chairman Guthrie.
I am grateful to my friends, Representative Pfluger and Chairman Guthrie, for hosting us in West Texas. As the highest-producing oil field in the nation, the Permian Basin will be critical to fulfilling House Republicans’ and President Trump’s all-of-the-above energy agenda. The days of hampering and decrying our domestic energy producers are long over,”said Rep. Allen.
“It was incredible to visit Midland, Texas—a powerhouse for oil and natural gas—and see firsthand what American energy dominance looks like. The innovation and infrastructure behind our domestic energy production serves as a reminder why energy independence must continue to be a priority,” said Rep. Fry.
“It was an honor to join my Energy & Commerce colleagues in Midland today as we saw firsthand the incredible potential of American energy. Site visits like this reinforce our commitment to unleashing that potential, cutting red tape, and standing up for American workers and energy independence. Thank you to Congressman Pfluger for hosting us and showcasing the strength and promise of his district,” said Rep. Langworthy.
"It's always great to be in Midland, where the heartbeat of American energy is alive and well. The folks here are on the frontlines of helping our nation achieve true energy independence. In Texas' 14th Congressional District, which I proudly represent, we value the hard work happening right here in Midland, and we're proud of the partnership that keeps that sweet Texas crude flowing down to the refineries on the Gulf Coast. It's Texas energy powering America, and we're just getting started under President Trump's leadership,” said Rep. Weber.
Check out these stories highlighting the day:
Conservative members of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce were in the Permian Basin today with Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) touring a hydraulic fracking site and learning from local industry leaders.
The Congressmen were in West Texas at a time when questions surrounding domestic energy output are in play, and the Permian Basin is a central character.
Read the full story and watch coverage of the press conference here.
Rep. August Pfluger continues to escort fellow members of Congress to the Permian Basin on a tour of the region’s oil and gas operations.
This week, members of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce visited a hydraulic fracturing site and held a roundtable discussion with members of local energy companies.
A group of U.S. lawmakers toured an active hydraulic fracturing site in Midland on Monday, part of a multi-state effort to promote domestic energy production and reinforce the importance of West Texas oil and gas.
The delegation was led by Congressman August Pfluger (R-Texas) and House Energy and Commerce Chairman Brett Guthrie (R-Ky), who brought colleagues from across the country, including representatives from South Carolina, New York, Georgia, and Kentucky — many of whom were visiting the Permian Basin for the first time.
Read the full story and watch coverage of the press conference here.
U.S. Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, and members of the Committee on Energy and Commerce held a news conference following a visit to a frac site in Midland.
Members in attendance included Energy and Commerce Chairman Brett Guthrie and Energy and Commerce members Pfluger, Rick Allen, Russell Fry, Randy Weber, Nick Langworthy, and Craig Goldman.
