August Pfluger

RSC Chairman Pfluger Hosts Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins for Member Meeting WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the Republican Study Committee (RSC), welcomed U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins to Capitol Hill for the RSC's member meeting this week.…

Rep. Pfluger's Bill to Recover Minerals from Waste Streams Advances Out of Subcommittee WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger's (TX-11) bipartisan legislation to fund technologies that recover critical minerals from contaminated sites and waste streams advanced out of the Energy and…

Rep. Pfluger Announces 2026 Congressional App Challenge WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) announced his office is accepting submissions for the 2026 Congressional App Challenge. This competition offers middle and high school students the opportunity to further develop their…

Rep. Pfluger Celebrates Launch of Trump Accounts for America's Next Generation WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) celebrated the historic launch of Trump Accounts, made possible by Congressional Republicans passing the Working Families Tax Cuts Act last year. A Trump Account…

RSC Chairman Pfluger Co-Leads Roundtable Celebrating America's 250th Birthday, One Year of Working Families Tax Cuts WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the Republican Study Committee (RSC), co-led a member roundtable with his colleagues to celebrate America's 250th…

CTI Chairman Pfluger Highlights Historic Border Investments & Sounds the Alarm on Known and Suspected Terrorists WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, delivered opening remarks…

Rep. Pfluger Speaks on the House Floor to Honor the Life and Legacy of Ed Scott WASHINGTON, DC — This week, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) took to the House Floor to honor the life and legacy of Ed Scott, a beloved member of the Midland community whose life was tragically taken on June 12th,…

Rep. Pfluger Welcomes Secretary Duffy to San Angelo Regional Airport, Highlights $18 Million Investment for West Texas Aviation SAN ANGELO, TX — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) welcomed U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy for a tour of the San Angelo Regional Airport (SJT) air traffic…

REMEMBERING ED SCOTT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 108 (Monday, June 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 108 (Monday, June 29, 2026)] [House] [Page H4268] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] REMEMBERING ED SCOTT (Mr.…

Rep. Pfluger's Bill to Strengthen Intelligence Sharing Advances Through Committee on Homeland Security WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, spoke in favor of his legislation, the I A Mission…

Rep. Pfluger Selected to Decorate Texas Scene for America's 250th Birthday Cake WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) was selected by the America250 Congressional Caucus to decorate the State of Texas's scene for America's 250th Birthday Cake, a landmark commemorative project that…

Rep. Pfluger Leads Legislation to Bring Price Transparency to Health Insurance Premiums WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) introduced the Premium Transparency Act to require health insurers and Medicare Advantage plans to publicly disclose exactly what share of every premium…

Rep. Pfluger Announces Over 5,000 Cases Closed and $20.3 Million Returned to Citizens of Texas-11 WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) proudly announced that his dedicated district staff has achieved a monumental milestone in their service to the constituents of the 11th…

CONSTITUTIONAL.AUTHORITY STATEMENT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)] [House] [Page H4207] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

PERMISSION FOR MEMBER TO BE CONSIDERED AS FIRST SPONSOR OF H.R. 2323 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)] [House] [Pages H4193-H4194] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

Rep. Pfluger's Office Wins Another Performance Award WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released the following statement celebrating that his office was selected as the Congressional Management Foundation's 2026 Democracy Award winner for Best of Innovation and…

Rep. Pfluger Champions Nuclear Energy Permitting Reform Amid Growing Demand WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), participated in an Energy Subcommittee hearing titled "Nuclear Permitting Reform: Legislation to Advance Efficient Licensing," where he questioned witnesses on the future…

Pfluger Fly-By: June 5, 2026 June 5, 2026 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. It was a busy week back in Washington. I joined the Mitchell Institute's Aerospace Nation livestream to discuss American…

Rep. Pfluger Presses Democrats to Support Strengthening Penalties for Doxxing or Harrassing Federal Agents WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, secured bipartisan commitment for…

Rep. Pfluger Sounds the Alarm on Aerospace Nation WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) – a U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) graduate, battle-tested fighter pilot, retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, and Chairman of the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors – joined U.S Air Force…

Pfluger, Colleagues Launch Bipartisan Congressional Free Enterprise Caucus WASHINGTON, DC — As first reported in the Washington Reporter , Representatives August Pfluger (TX-11), David Valadao (CA-22), Brad Schneider (IL-10), and J. Luis Correa (CA-46) launched the Congressional Free Enterprise…

Rep. Pfluger Introduces Legislation to Award Air Force Major Bob Lodge the Medal of Honor WASHINGTON, DC — As first reported in the Air Space Forces Magazine , Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), a decorated fighter pilot and retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, introduced legislation to posthumously…

Rep. Pfluger Announces 2026 Service Academy Appointments WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) proudly announced that thirteen students from Texas's 11th Congressional District have received appointments to a U.S. Service Academy following his nomination. To recognize their…

Rep. Pfluger Calls for Airpower Prioritization in NDAA WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) – a U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) graduate, battle-tested fighter pilot, retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, and Chairman of the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors – has been an outspoken…

Rep. Pfluger Encourages TX-11 Students to Participate in the Second Lady's 2026 Summer Reading Challenge WASHINGTON, D.C. — Back for its second year, Second Lady of the United States Usha Vance announced the relaunch of her Summer Reading Challenge, and Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) is…

Pfluger Fly-By: May 29, 2026 May 29, 2026 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. This week, I delivered keynote remarks at the Central Texas Veterans Memorial in Brownwood and celebrated Secretary Duffy's…

Chairman Pfluger Welcomes Newest Members to the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) – a U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) graduate, retired Air Force Colonel, and Chairman of the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors – welcomed three new…

Pfluger Fly-By: May 22, 2026 May 22, 2026 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. It was a great week representing you in Washington. I voted on several pieces of legislation to support our veterans and…

Rep. Pfluger, Sen. Lummis Push to Protect Small Energy Producers WASHINGTON, DC — As first reported in the Washington Examiner , Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) and Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) introduced bicameral legislation to protect small producers in America from burdensome, Biden-era…

CTI Chairman Pfluger Honors TSA Officers, Highlights Critical Role in Air Security WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, participated in a full committee hearing to recognize and thank the…

Pfluger Fly-By: May 15, 2026 May 15, 2026 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. It was a busy week back in Washington. To honor National Police Week, I was proud to vote in favor of several pieces of…

CTI Chairman Pfluger Holds Subcommittee Markup, Advances Bills to Strengthen Intelligence Sharing WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, led a Subcommittee markup that advanced…

Rep. Pfluger Emphasizes Need for Local Input on Transmission Siting Decisions WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, reinforced his position on ensuring landowners and local communities maintain a meaningful voice in transmission…

CTI Chairman Pfluger Leads Joint Roundtable for National Police Week WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, co-led the Subcommittee's joint roundtable with the House Permanent…

Pfluger Fly-By: May 8, 2026 May 8, 2026 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. It was great to be back home in Texas-11 this week. I joined Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum in the Permian Basin for a…

Rep. Pfluger, Secretary Burgum Showcase Permian Basin Innovation During Diamondback Energy Tour MIDLAND, TX — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) joined U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum for a tour of a Diamondback Energy e-frac site, where Secretary Burgum witnessed the cutting-edge…

Rep. Pfluger Hosts 112th Community Town Hall in Robert Lee ROBERT LEE, TX— Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) hosted his 112th community town hall in Robert Lee to discuss DHS funding, highlight the successes of the House-passed 2026 Farm Bill, and address water supply concerns in the region.…

Congressman Pfluger Announces Town Hall in Robert Lee ROBERT LEE, TX— U.S. Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) is excited to announce a community town hall in Robert Lee. The event is open to the public and all members of the media. WHAT: Robert Lee Town Hall Meeting WHO: U.S. Rep. August Pfluger…

Rep. Pfluger, Administrator Zeldin Discuss Commonsense EPA Reforms to Protect Health, Power Growth, and Restore Accountability WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, participated in a high-profile Environment Subcommittee hearing…

Rep. Pfluger Announces San Saba Senior as the 2026 Congressional Art Competition Winner SAN SABA, TX— Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) announced Ms. Judy Aguado Mendoza as the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition in Texas's 11th Congressional District. Ms. Mendoza is a Senior…

Pfluger Secures Big Wins in Farm Bill, Applauds House Passage WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) voted to pass the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, commonly known as the Farm Bill. Rep. Pfluger secured major wins in this year's bill, delivering for both…

PERSONAL EXPLANATION Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 74 (Tuesday, April 28, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 74 (Tuesday, April 28, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E384] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] PERSONAL…

Pfluger, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Mental Health Resources WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representatives August Pfluger (TX-11), Doris Matsui (CA-07), Craig Goldman (TX-12), Angie Craig (MN-02), Mark Alford (MO-04), Paul Tonko (NY-20), and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) introduced bipartisan…

Congressman Pfluger Welcomes Permian Basin Honor Flight to DC WASHINGTON, DC — The Permian Basin Honor Flight traveled to Washington, DC, last week to recognize and honor local veterans for their service and sacrifice to our nation. The trip provided these heroes with the opportunity to visit the…

Rep. Pfluger Pushes Satellite Modernization and Emergency Alert Upgrades WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, participated in a Communications and Technology Subcommittee hearing focused on modernizing satellite policy and…

Pfluger Fly-By: April 24, 2026 April 24, 2026 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. I was thrilled to be joined by both the Midland Chamber of Commerce and Odessa Chamber of Commerce in Washington this…

Rep. Pfluger Pushes Acceleration of Advanced Nuclear Development, Highlights Critical Role West Texas Has WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, participated in an Energy Subcommittee hearing, where he questioned leaders from the…

PASSED: Rep. Pfluger's Federal Broadband Deployment Act Passed Unanimously in the House WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman August Pfluger's (TX-11) Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act was unanimously passed through the U.S. House of Representatives, marking his 11th bill to pass the House this…

ICYMI: Sterling City Rancher Outlines Big Wins for the Agriculture Community in the Working Families Tax Cuts WASHINGTON, DC — In Case You Missed It (ICYMI): John Ross Copeland is Coke-Sterling County Farm Bureau president and a fifth-generation farmer and rancher from Sterling City. He and his…

House Unanimously Passes Rep. Pfluger's Mystic Alerts Act WASHINGTON, D.C. —Today, Congressman August Pfluger's (TX-11) Mystic Alerts Act was unanimously passed through the U.S. House of Representatives, marking his 10th bill to pass the House this term and a major step forward for emergency…