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Pfluger supports Israel's response after hostage deaths attributed to Hamas

Congressman August Pfluger of Texas has expressed strong support for Israel following the return of four hostages' bodies by Hamas.


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Pfluger congratulates Rollins on becoming U.S. Secretary of Agriculture

Congressman August Pfluger has expressed his approval following the confirmation of Brooke Rollins as the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture.


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Bipartisan bill aims to improve broadband access on federal lands

Congressmen August Pfluger and Darren Soto have reintroduced a bipartisan bill aimed at improving the broadband deployment process.


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Bipartisan bill targets illicit use of animal tranquilizer linked to fentanyl crisis

Congressman August Pfluger and colleagues have reintroduced the Combating Illicit Xylazine Act, a bipartisan and bicameral legislation aimed at controlling the use of xylazine, a veterinary tranquilizer being used as a cutting agent for fentanyl.


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Bipartisan bill targets terrorism threats via foreign messaging apps

Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) and Representative Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) have reintroduced the Countering Online Radicalization and Terrorism Act.


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Rep. Pfluger hosts U.S. Energy Secretary on Capitol Hill for energy talks

Today, Congressman August Pfluger of Texas hosted U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright at the Republican Study Committee's weekly meeting on Capitol Hill.


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Rep. Pfluger discusses energy production act passage

Congressman August Pfluger recently appeared on "Mornings with Maria" to discuss the House's approval of his proposed legislation, the Protecting American Energy Production Act.


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Congressman Pfluger schedules Brady town hall meeting for February 14

U.S. Congressman August Pfluger is scheduled to hold a town hall meeting in Brady this week.


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House passes bill prohibiting federal ban on hydraulic fracturing

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Protecting American Energy Production Act, introduced by Congressman August Pfluger from Texas.


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Bill introduced to enhance emergency preparedness through amateur radio

Congressman August Pfluger, representing Texas's 11th district, has introduced a new bill aimed at enhancing emergency response capabilities through amateur radio.


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Pfluger addresses gaps in US cyber workforce during committee hearing

Congressman August Pfluger, who chairs the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, addressed witnesses during a committee hearing titled "Preparing the Pipeline: Examining the State of America's...


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Pfluger supports Trump's executive order on women's sports

Congressman August Pfluger has expressed his support for President Trump's recent executive order aimed at preserving the integrity of women's sports.


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Pfluger introduces CRA against EPA waste emissions charge

Congressman August Pfluger, along with Congressman Jodey Arrington and Senator John Hoeven, has introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) aimed at reducing energy costs and supporting President Trump's pro-energy agenda.


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Congressman Pfluger hosts town halls across Concho Valley

Last week, Congressman August Pfluger hosted a series of town hall meetings across the Concho Valley, including stops in Bronte, Ballinger, Coleman, Menard, and Eden.


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CIA declassifies analysis supporting lab leak theory; Congressman Pfluger responds

Congressman August Pfluger of Texas has issued a statement following the release of a declassified CIA analysis that supports the theory that COVID-19 originated from a lab leak.


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Congressman Pfluger schedules town hall meetings across Texas-11

U.S. Congressman August Pfluger is set to host a series of town hall meetings across Texas-11 this week.


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Pete Hegseth confirmed as Secretary of Defense by Senate

Congressman August Pfluger of Texas expressed his approval following the Senate's confirmation of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense.


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Pfluger supports two bills aimed at saving lives

Congressman August Pfluger of Texas has cast affirmative votes for two significant legislative measures aimed at preserving lives.


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Pfluger questions experts on cybersecurity threats at committee hearing

Congressman August Pfluger, who chairs the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, recently questioned cybersecurity experts during a full-committee hearing.


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Pfluger discusses U.S. energy policies on The Signal Sitdown

Congressman August Pfluger, representing Texas's 11th district and a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, recently appeared on "The Signal Sitdown" to discuss his energy policies.