Welcome back to the weekly Pfluger Fly-By, a roundup of events and updates to keep you informed about everything I'm doing week by week to represent you in Congress.
It's been a busy week in Washington. I voted to keep the government open, honored the life of Charlie Kirk, and led several important legislative initiatives. I'm also deeply honored to share that I was recognized as the 2025 Democracy Award recipient for Best of Constituent Services and Outreach by the Congressional Management Foundation.
REMINDER: FEMA has extended the deadline to apply for federal assistance for residents of Texas-11 affected by the July 4th flooding. The new deadline for the ten impacted counties is September 28th. If you're a homeowner, renter, or student and haven't applied yet, I strongly encourage you to do so.
Below, you'll find photos and highlights from the week, plus information on how my office can assist you with any federal concerns. As always, please don't hesitate to contact my office if we can ever be of assistance.
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Voting to Keep the Government Open and Working for YOU
Nearly every single House Democrat voted against the Continuing Resolution to fund the government today. It's ironic, now that they are no longer in power, Democrats seem to have forgotten their years of warning that government shutdowns are reckless and harmful to seniors, veterans, and working families.
The reality is that a government shutdown today would cost taxpayers billions, put our national security at risk, and hurt my constituents. I was proud to vote for the Continuing Resolution to ensure that every VA clinic remains open, every Social Security recipient receives their benefits on time, and every hardworking federal employee can continue to provide for their family.
House Republicans are working tirelessly to restore regular order through the appropriations process, and this was a necessary step to give us the time needed to responsibly fund the government and deliver results for the American people.
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Charlie Kirk
This week, I spoke on the House Floor in support of Speaker Johnson's resolution to honor the incredible life and legacy of Charlie Kirk. Charlie was a true American patriot. He was a man of God, a loving husband and father, and an unrelenting advocate for American exceptionalism. His legacy will leave a lasting impact on generations to come, including the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) cadets he inspired during his time as a USAFA Board of Visitors member.
Unfortunately, 58 of my colleagues on the other side of the aisle voted against the resolution to condemn political violence and honor Charlie's life. Another 38 voted present, and 22 more did not vote, essentially voting against. It was extremely disappointing to witness this on the House floor today and see how out of touch many of my Democrat colleagues are with Americans.
Watch my full remarks in support of the resolution to honor Charlie Kirk here or by clicking on the image below. I will continue to pray for his wife, children, and family during this time.
Giving Unborn Children a Second Chance at Life
Far too often, women are pressured into taking the abortion pill without being fully informed of all their options. Tragically, many later express deep regret as they come to terms with the loss of their unborn child. It is unacceptable that so many women are never told by their provider that the effects of the first pill can be reversible.
This week, I introduced the Second Chance at Life Act to close this critical information gap and establish federal informed consent requirements for the abortion pill, ensuring women receive complete and accurate information about the pill and its potential reversal. This will empower women to make fully informed choices at every stage of the process, protecting their right to know the full details before taking any medication and safeguarding their unborn child’s chance at life.
Read more about my legislation in the Daily Signal here or by clicking the image below.
2025 Democracy Awards Ceremony
When I first came to Congress, I had one goal in mind: to focus on the people that I represent by being the gold standard for constituent services. I am grateful to the Congressional Management Foundation for recognizing our office as a 2025 Democracy Awards Winner for Best of Constituent Services and Outreach this week.
Receiving this award is deeply humbling because it means this goal has stayed top of mind in my service thus far. I will always prioritize serving and engaging with my constituents in Texas-11. It truly is the honor of a lifetime to represent the best district in the country in Congress, and please don't hesitate to call my office if you are in need of assistance.
Calling Out Out-of-Touch Biden Era Energy Policies
The Biden Administration's Department of Energy (DOE) imposed unrealistic and unfeasible requirements on federal buildings to switch to all-electric systems. These out-of-touch requirements are especially concerning, as federal buildings like Veterans' Affairs (VA) hospitals and military installations are unable to meet these requirements while maintaining proper operating efficiency to care for individuals in need.
During an Energy and Commerce Subcommittee hearing on Energy this week, I emphasized the need for flexible energy policies that allow the use of our most reliable energy sources. Watch my full line of questioning here or by clicking the image below.
