Email from Rep. Pfluger It was another busy week back in Washington, representing you and this great district. December 5, 2025 Friend, Welcome back to the 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 was another busy week back in Washington, representing you and this great district. I introduced several bills this week to reform the permitting process for energy projects, protect critical infrastructure from cyberattacks, and improve access to mental health services for Americans. My legislation to conduct oversight over the BEAD implementation process was also advanced out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, and I participated in several committee hearings. Below are a few recent pictures and updates, plus information on how my office can assist you with any federal concerns. As always, if you need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.  Best, Leading the Charge on Permitting Reform American companies are being unfairly penalized for pollution originating outside the United States. We’ve seen how even the mention of a nonattainment designation, like when the Biden EPA threatened to redesignate the Permian Basin, can create significant uncertainty for businesses and communities. These designations delay permits and hurt economic growth, while failing to address the very problem they are trying to solve. This is why I introduced the Foreign Emissions and Nonattainment Clarification for Economic Stability (FENCES) Act to ensure fair and consistent air quality designations by making clear that states will not be penalized for emissions outside U.S. borders. It will also protect producers from unnecessary compliance burdens caused by events beyond their control, such as wildfires or dust storms, while upholding environmental standards under the Clean Air Act. My bill restores commonsense, and I’m proud to lead it as another significant step in modernizing and strengthening America’s broken permitting system. Read more about the FENCES Act in E&E News by Politico here or by clicking on the image below. Denouncing the Alarming Rise in Violence Against Law Enforcement Officers As Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee's Counterterrorism and Intelligence Subcommittee, I questioned witnesses on the rise of anti-police rhetoric. During the hearing, I thanked frontline officers for their unwavering commitment to protecting our communities, especially as they face a dangerous spike in threats in areas where local leaders openly undermine law enforcement. Threats against law enforcement, ICE, and DHS personnel are unacceptable and un-American. I recently introduced a resolution to condemn the rise of violent threats to our ICE agents and facilities, which can be read here. I will always stand up for law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line to protect our communities. Watch my full line of questioning here or by clicking on the image below. Cyber Deterrence and Response Act In recent years, As cyberattacks in the United States have grown more sophisticated and widespread, we must ensure the Trump administration and all future administrations have a strong framework to hold bad actors accountable and safeguard our national security. In response to this, I introduced the Cyber Deterrence and Response Act of 2025 to deter foreign nation-states from launching cyberattacks against critical American infrastructure by creating a unified federal process to identify, attribute, and sanction the world's most dangerous state-sponsored cyber actors. Protecting America's critical infrastructure from malicious cyberattacks is essential, and this legislation will give the U.S. real tools to impose costs on foreign governments and entities that target American networks, critical infrastructure, and elections. Read more about the bill here or by clicking on the image below. Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act Passes Out of Committee I am thrilled that the House Energy and Commerce Committee unanimously voted this week to advance my bipartisan bill to improve transparency and efficiency in the broadband deployment process. The Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act will close the digital divide and prevent Americans in rural areas from being left behind. Watch my full remarks in support of my legislation here or by clicking on the image below. ANCHOR Act This week, I introduced legislation alongside U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) to give states new flexibility to improve access to care for Americans facing mental health and substance abuse crisises. The Access to New Community Health Opportunities and Recovery (ANCHOR) Act creates a new state plan amendment that will allow states to provide Medicaid coverage to uninsured individuals up to 100% of the Federal Poverty Line who are struggling with serious mental illness, serious emotional disturbance, or opioid and stimulant use disorders. Many Americans living with serious mental illnesses and substance use disorders often lack the ability to secure the care they desperately need. When treatment is out of reach for these individuals, it creates public safety challenges and strains our emergency rooms, law enforcement personnel, and social services. I am proud to lead this legislation with Senator Blackburn to ensure that states can provide these patients with the essential, lifesaving mental health care they deserve. Read more about the ANCHOR Act in San Angelo LIVE here or by clicking on the image below. Countering Foreign Cyber Threats to the U.S. Grid As a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, I pressed expert witnesses on concrete steps the United States can and must take to counter the escalating foreign cyber threats to our electric grid. It's no secret that the Chinese Communist Party is actively seeking to gather our critical intelligence and harm America every single day. Any adversarial actor must be blocked from accessing electric grids in the United States. Watch my full line of questioning here or by clicking on the image below. ICYMI: KWEL Morning Show with Craig Anderson I had a fantastic time joining the KWEL Morning Show hosted by Craig Anderson. We discussed my legislation on permitting reform, broadband deployment, and much more. Listen to our full conversation here or by clicking on the image below. REMINDER: If you are in need of assistance with a federal agency, my office is here to help. For more information, please visit our website HERE. Thank you for reading. It is the honor of my lifetime to serve you in Congress. Please follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) for daily updates. Rep. Pfluger | 2202 Rayburn HOB | Washington, DC 20002 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice