Who Is Running in Texas Congressional District 11th in 2026?
Last updated: March 2, 2026
August Pfluger
(Incumbent)Economy
HighCongressman August Pfluger voted to advance FY26 appropriations bills, aiming to restore fiscal sanity and replace prior spending with policies that fund the government at lower levels. He supports the Republican Study Committee’s Reconciliation 2.0 framework, focusing on affordability in health care, housing, and energy to help Americans. Pfluger also praised President Trump's State of the Union address, citing families experiencing relief from inflation.
Immigration
HighAugust Pfluger supports measures to secure U.S. elections by preventing noncitizens from voting. He introduced legislation to prohibit noncitizen residents of Washington, D.C., from voting in local elections and a constitutional amendment to prevent noncitizens from voting, citing national sovereignty and election security. He also voted for the SAVE America Act, requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and photo identification for voting. He advocates for securing the southern border to combat drug cartels and human trafficking.
Healthcare
HighAugust Pfluger introduced H.R. 6538, known as the More Affordable Care Act, which aims to reduce healthcare costs by establishing a Health Freedom Waiver Program for states and introducing Trump Health Freedom Accounts. He also voted to pass the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act. Pfluger supports enhancing price transparency and promoting competition in healthcare to ensure affordability for American families, as outlined in the Republican Study Committee's Reconciliation 2.0 framework.
Democratic Candidate
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| Issue | August Pfluger |
|---|---|
| Economy | Congressman August Pfluger voted to advance FY26 appropriations bills, aiming to restore fiscal sanity and replace prior spending with policies that fund the government at lower levels. He supports the Republican Study Committee’s Reconciliation 2.0 framework, focusing on affordability in health care, housing, and energy to help Americans. Pfluger also praised President Trump's State of the Union address, citing families experiencing relief from inflation. High |
| Immigration | August Pfluger supports measures to secure U.S. elections by preventing noncitizens from voting. He introduced legislation to prohibit noncitizen residents of Washington, D.C., from voting in local elections and a constitutional amendment to prevent noncitizens from voting, citing national sovereignty and election security. He also voted for the SAVE America Act, requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and photo identification for voting. He advocates for securing the southern border to combat drug cartels and human trafficking. High |
| Healthcare | August Pfluger introduced H.R. 6538, known as the More Affordable Care Act, which aims to reduce healthcare costs by establishing a Health Freedom Waiver Program for states and introducing Trump Health Freedom Accounts. He also voted to pass the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act. Pfluger supports enhancing price transparency and promoting competition in healthcare to ensure affordability for American families, as outlined in the Republican Study Committee's Reconciliation 2.0 framework. High |
| Climate & Energy | August Pfluger has consistently voted against environmental protection bills, reflected in his 0% lifetime score from the League of Conservation Voters. He supports permitting reform and introduced the FENCES Act (H.R. 6409) to prevent states from being penalized for foreign emissions, aiming to protect energy producers from compliance issues. He also advocates for developing the domestic energy workforce. High |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Congressman August Pfluger supports pro-life policies, citing the inherent dignity of human life and a moral obligation to protect the unborn. He introduced the Second Chance at Life Act to establish federal informed consent requirements for abortion pills, ensuring women receive complete information on options and potential reversal. Pfluger also introduced the Conscience Protection Act of 2025, safeguarding healthcare providers who refuse to participate in abortions based on their beliefs. He has co-sponsored seven pro-life bills. High |
| Foreign Policy | August Pfluger voted against the Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024 (H.R. 8035), which provided $60.1 billion in security assistance to Ukraine. He supported the Israel Security Assistance Support Act (H.R. 8369) to ensure immediate delivery of security aid to Israel. Pfluger, a combat veteran, states his career focus is on national security and fighting foreign threats such as ISIS, China, and Russia. He also supported an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (H.R. 2670) that would strike a provision on nuclear intercontinental ballistic missiles. High |
| Education | August Pfluger supports initiatives for high school students, such as the Congressional Art Competition and the Congressional Youth Advisory Council, to encourage engagement in government and community service. He also advocates for "Trump Accounts," a policy he highlights for building financial literacy through direct experience, aiming to foster independent citizens invested in America's economic success rather than dependency on Washington. High |
| Gun Policy | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
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