August Pfluger
U.S. Representative · TX-11 · Republican
Statements and posts
115 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Pfluger, Palmer, and Obernolte Push Back on California's EPA Waivers
Introduced resolutions to strip EPA waivers that allow California to set stricter emissions standards than federal law.
“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.”
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Pfluger, Colleagues Introduce the RESCUE Act to Fix Broken Ambulance Payment System
Introduced the RESCUE Act to update Medicare ambulance payment rates every three years.
“EMS providers and first responders show up for our communities every single day, often in the most difficult moments imaginable, and they deserve a Medicare system that shows up for them in return.”
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Rep. Pfluger Announces Service Academy Night in San Angelo
Announced Service Academy Night in San Angelo for prospective military academy candidates.
“In 1995, I sought a nomination to the U.S. Air Force Academy, and it was one of the best decisions of my life. Now, as a Member of Congress, I have the privilege of helping the next generation begin that same journey by nominating exceptional young men and women to our nation's Service Academies.”
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Chairman Pfluger and USAFA Board of Visitors Advance U.S. Air Force Academy in House NDAA
Secured eight provisions in NDAA to strengthen U.S. Air Force Academy.
“As an Air Force Academy graduate, I'm proud to secure wins for this elite institution. We owe our cadets the best facilities, and this legislation directly advances the USAFA 2050 initiative.”
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Pfluger Secures Big Wins in Defense Bill
Secured provisions in FY 2027 defense bill supporting military readiness and Trump agenda.
“Today's House passage of the FY2027 NDAA is another decisive step toward President Trump's Peace Through Strength agenda and restoring America's military dominance. This bill invests in our lethality, arming our forces to deter or defeat any adversary who threatens our nation.”
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Pfluger's Bill to Combat Illicit Xylazine Advances Out of House Committee on Energy and Commerce
Advanced bipartisan bill to schedule xylazine as controlled substance and combat illicit drug trafficking.
“The xylazine crisis is only getting worse, and communities across America are paying the price”
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Pfluger Votes for Clean CR to Fund the Government Through December
Voted for clean continuing resolution to fund government through December.
“Once again, House Republicans are stepping up and responsibly funding the government with a clean Continuing Resolution while we work to finalize conservative full-year appropriations bills. The Senate must act swiftly and get this to the President's desk to avoid another costly and disruptive government shutdown.”
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Advanced bipartisan bill to fund critical mineral recovery from contaminated sites and waste streams.
“America's reliance on foreign sources for critical minerals is a national and economic security risk we cannot afford to ignore”
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Announced Kimble, Mason, and Menard counties added to FEMA Major Disaster Declaration for public assistance.
“I'm grateful that Kimble, Mason, and Menard counties have been added to President Trump's Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance. These communities have faced difficult challenges from recent flooding, and I've heard directly from local leaders about the impact on their communities.”
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Chairman Pfluger Welcomes Senator Mike Rounds to the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors
Announced appointment of Senator Mike Rounds to U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors.
“I am proud to welcome Senator Rounds to the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors”
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RSC Chairman Pfluger Hosts Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins for Member Meeting
Hosted Agriculture Secretary Rollins to discuss farm support and border pest eradication efforts.
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Rep. Pfluger's Bill to Recover Minerals from Waste Streams Advances Out of Subcommittee
Advanced bipartisan bill to recover critical minerals from contaminated sites.
“Environmental Monitoring and Remediation Technology Assessment Initiative (EMRTAI) Authorization Act”
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Rep. Pfluger Announces 2026 Congressional App Challenge
Announced 2026 Congressional App Challenge for middle and high school students in Texas-11.
“Each year, I am incredibly impressed by the creativity and technical talent displayed by students across Texas-11 in the Congressional App Challenge”
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Rep. Pfluger Celebrates Launch of Trump Accounts for America's Next Generation
Celebrated launch of Trump Accounts for children under Working Families Tax Cuts Act.
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RSC Chairman Pfluger co-led a roundtable celebrating America's 250th birthday and working families tax cuts.
“America's story has become one of resilience, one of a people who refused to quit because America was never built by people who played it safe.”
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Highlighted border security investments and questioned witnesses on terrorist threats at Northern border.
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Rep. Pfluger Speaks on the House Floor to Honor the Life and Legacy of Ed Scott
Honored Ed Scott, a Midland community member killed in violence on June 12, 2026.
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Secured $18 million federal investment to modernize San Angelo Regional Airport air traffic control tower.
“San Angelo has a long history of training the world’s best aviators, and I’m glad to welcome Transportation Secretary Duffy to our district to see this firsthand.”
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Advanced bill to strengthen intelligence sharing with state and local partners through committee.
“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.”
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Rep. Pfluger Selected to Decorate Texas Scene for America's 250th Birthday Cake
Selected to decorate Texas oil industry scene for America's 250th birthday cake.
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Rep. Pfluger Leads Legislation to Bring Price Transparency to Health Insurance Premiums
Introduced the Premium Transparency Act to require health insurers to publicly disclose how premium dollars are allocated.
“Americans deserve to know where their health insurance dollars are actually going. Right now, insurers are required to spend at least 80 to 85 cents of every premium dollar on patient care, but that data is buried in regulatory filings that few Americans ever see.”
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Rep. Pfluger Announces Over 5,000 Cases Closed and $20.3 Million Returned to Citizens of Texas-11
Announced district staff closed over 5,000 constituent cases and returned $20.3 million from federal agencies.
“I am incredibly proud of my district staff and their dedication to serving the constituents of Texas-11”
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Rep. Pfluger's Office Wins Another Performance Award
Announced office won Congressional Management Foundation 2026 Democracy Award for innovation.
“Innovation is most meaningful when it helps an office serve constituents more effectively and make better use of its resources. Rep. Pfluger’s office demonstrated exactly that, thoughtfully integrating artificial intelligence and redesigning workflows to improve operations and free staff to focus on higher-value work.”
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Rep. Pfluger Champions Nuclear Energy Permitting Reform Amid Growing Demand
Questioned witnesses on nuclear energy permitting reform at subcommittee hearing.
“Well, we really want to support you, but there's not enough money in the university program to do that. There are other monies available.”
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Introduced legislation to honor Vietnam War hero Major Robert Lodge with Medal of Honor.
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