Statements and posts
19 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Pfluger's Mystic Alerts Act Heads to President Trump's Desk
Announced passage of Mystic Alerts Act to integrate satellite networks into emergency alert system.
“I am grateful that the Mystic Alerts Act is now heading to President Trump's desk to be signed into law. The July 4th floods of 2025 were a heartbreaking tragedy that claimed lives across our state. My legislation will ensure that Americans in rural areas receive life-saving alerts when disaster strikes and traditional…”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to establish security standards for undersea submarine cables.
“Our foreign adversaries are investing in the undersea cables that carry over 95% of our international data, and they're doing it to undermine our national and economic security. The United States Submarine Cable Security Policy Act of 2026 sets clear, consistent security standards so we can keep bad actors out of our…”
Submarine Cable Security Policy ActSubmarine Cable SecurityAI-read
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Pfluger's Bill to Deliver Medicaid Accountability Included in Fraud-Fighting Legislative Package
Introduced bill requiring state Medicaid programs to designate fiscal accountability officer.
“Every dollar lost to fraud, waste, and improper payments is a dollar taken from patients who depend on Medicaid and from the taxpayers who fund it. My legislation puts a single, accountable official in charge of Medicaid claims processing, payment integrity, financial reporting, and internal controls in each state.…”
National Fraud Enforcement Division ActFraud EnforcementAI-read
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Pfluger Introduces Reliable Artificial Intelligence Research Act
Introduced bill to fund AI security research and strengthen defenses against exploitation.
“As AI becomes more deeply woven into our economy and our national defense, we cannot afford to leave it vulnerable to those who would exploit it. Adversaries are already looking for ways to manipulate these systems, and we must stay ahead of them. The Reliable Artificial Intelligence Research Act puts American…”
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Rep. Pfluger Helps Secure $20 Million for City of San Angelo Infrastructure Improvements
Secured $20 million for San Angelo infrastructure improvements near Goodfellow Air Force Base.
“The Christoval Road Improvement Project will modernize aging infrastructure along Goodfellow Air Force Base's south side, easing traffic, supporting utility upgrades, and helping San Angelo grow. I'm proud to have helped secure this funding and will keep fighting to make sure our military communities have the…”
Transportation InfrastructureAI-read
Mentions H.R. 1 · voted Yea Jul 3, 2025, roll 189Mentions H.R. 7148 · voted Yea Feb 3, 2026, roll 413
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Rep. Pfluger Holds Roundtables with Midland and Odessa Chambers of Commerce
Held roundtables with Midland and Odessa chambers of commerce on business challenges.
CommerceAI-read
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PASSED: Chairman Pfluger's I&A Mission Reorientation Act
Passed I&A Mission Reorientation Act to strengthen DHS intelligence sharing with state and local partners.
“The threats to our homeland are evolving, and it is critical that our intelligence posture keeps pace. The I&A Mission Reorientation Act refocused DHS’s Office of Intelligence and Analysis on its core mission to deliver timely, actionable intelligence to state and local partners on the front lines. By strengthening…”
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Chairman Pfluger and Senator Hickenlooper Lead Charge for Service Academy Investment in Final NDAA
Led bipartisan letter urging military service academy investment in final National Defense Authorization Act.
“My experiences at the U.S. Air Force Academy shaped who I am and how I serve today. That's why I'm committed to giving our Service Academies the resources, facilities, faculty, and training they need to develop the finest military leaders in the world. I'm proud to stand with Board of Visitors members from West Point,…”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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PASSED: Rep. Pfluger's Combating Illicit Xylazine Act
Celebrated House passage of bill scheduling xylazine as controlled substance.
“I'm proud to see the Combating Illicit Xylazine Act pass the U.S. House of Representatives. Xylazine was never meant for human use, and traffickers are increasingly turning to inexpensive products to make street drugs more potent and deadly. This bill takes a direct aim at traffickers and protects the legal use of…”
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Advanced bill integrating satellite networks into emergency alert infrastructure.
“The devastating floods that swept through Central Texas and Camp Mystic, where two of my daughters were staying, exposed a critical gap in how we warn Americans when disaster strikes. The Mystic Alerts Act ensures that emergency alerts can reach families and first responders by satellite, even when traditional networks…”
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PASSED: Rep. Pfluger's Bill to Recover Minerals from Waste Streams
Passed bipartisan bill to recover critical minerals from contaminated sites and waste streams.
“Today, the House took a critical step toward ending our dependence on foreign adversaries for the minerals America counts on. This legislation turns contaminated sites into strategic assets while speeding up the restoration work our communities need. I'm proud to see this bipartisan legislation pass the House, and I…”
EnergyAI-read
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Pfluger, Houlahan Introduce the Biosecurity Modernization and Innovation Act
Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) introduced the bipartisan Biosecurity Modernization and Innovation Act alongside Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) to keep dangerous actors from misusing DNA synthesis technology while keeping…
“Biotechnology is one of America's greatest strategic advantages. Right now, there's a dangerous gap between how fast this technology is moving and the safeguards we have in place to keep it out of the wrong hands. The Biosecurity Modernization and Innovation Act closes this gap without slowing down the innovation…”
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Rep. Pfluger's Message to Texas-11 on the 25th Anniversary of 9/11
On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) delivered a message to citizens of Texas-11.
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Rep. Pfluger Visits West Texas Lighthouse for the Blind
Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) visited the San Angelo location of West Texas Lighthouse for the Blind, where he met with staff and employees to learn more about the organization's mission of providing employment and support services for…
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Pfluger, Fletcher Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Study Strategic Petroleum Reserve Modernization
Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) and Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) introduced the 21st Century Strategic Petroleum Reserve Act (21st Century SPR Act) to direct the U.S. Department of Energy to issue a public report on…
“The Strategic Petroleum Reserve was built to protect America from energy supply disruptions and national security threats, but nearly fifty years later, we're still operating without a concrete plan for its future. We can't afford to ignore this issue as our adversaries are quietly building up their energy reserves.…”
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Rep. Pfluger Invites High School Students to Apply for Congressional Youth Advisory Council
Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) announced the relaunch of the Congressional Youth Advisory Council (CYAC) for high school juniors and seniors in the 11th Congressional District of Texas.
“I am thrilled to invite motivated high school students to be part of the Congressional Youth Advisory Council.”
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Rep. Pfluger Joins Dedication Ceremony for Heroes on the Concho Memorial
Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) joined veterans, families, and community leaders for the dedication of the Heroes on the Concho Memorial, a permanent tribute honoring more than 20,0000 Concho Valley citizens who served our country…
“When Americans were called to serve in World War II, the Greatest Generation stepped up without hesitation, defending freedom across the globe. Their courage and sacrifice changed the course of history, and we owe them a debt we can never fully repay. Here in the Concho Valley, more than 20,000 of our neighbors…”
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ICYMI: Rep. Pfluger Welcomes Secretary of Energy Chris Wright to Midland
Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) welcomed Secretary of Energy Chris Wright to the Permian Basin to showcase the region's role in fueling the nation and the world.
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Pfluger, Palmer, and Obernolte Push Back on California's EPA Waivers
Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment Chairman Gary Palmer (AL-06), and Congressman Jay Obernolte introduced a legislative package to strip away burdensome EPA waivers handed to…
“California should not be allowed to dictate what kind of vehicles Texans and Americans across the country can drive. The Biden Administration's decision to reinstate California's waiver gave one state outsized power to impose its radical emissions standards and EV mandates on the rest of the country. I'm proud to…”