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September 5, 2026 at 8:37 am September 4, 2026 | September 4, 2026 September 4, 2026 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. This week, I voted to keep the government open for the American people, condemn the policies of socialism, and keep the Supreme Court at nine justices. I hosted U.S. Trade Ambassador Greer at the RSC member meeting, got a firsthand look at new technology DHS is using to keep the homeland safe, and pressed for transparency surrounding data centers. My office also has several opportunities for students, including the 2026 Congressional App Challenge and the Congressional Youth Advisory Council. Both are terrific opportunities for students in our district to learn new skills and shape the future of our country. Below, you’ll find highlights, including pictures, in-depth updates, and information on how my office can help you with any federal concerns. As always, my team and I are here to serve you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance. Best, | Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. This week, I voted to keep the government open for the American people, condemn the policies of socialism, and keep the Supreme Court at nine justices. I hosted U.S. Trade Ambassador Greer at the RSC member meeting, got a firsthand look at new technology DHS is using to keep the homeland safe, and pressed for transparency surrounding data centers. My office also has several opportunities for students, including the 2026 Congressional App Challenge and the Congressional Youth Advisory Council. Both are terrific opportunities for students in our district to learn new skills and shape the future of our country. Below, you’ll find highlights, including pictures, in-depth updates, and information on how my office can help you with any federal concerns. As always, my team and I are here to serve you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance. Best, | Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. This week, I voted to keep the government open for the American people, condemn the policies of socialism, and keep the Supreme Court at nine justices. I hosted U.S. Trade Ambassador Greer at the RSC member meeting, got a firsthand look at new technology DHS is using to keep the homeland safe, and pressed for transparency surrounding data centers. My office also has several opportunities for students, including the 2026 Congressional App Challenge and the Congressional Youth Advisory Council. Both are terrific opportunities for students in our district to learn new skills and shape the future of our country. Below, you’ll find highlights, including pictures, in-depth updates, and information on how my office can help you with any federal concerns. As always, my team and I are here to serve you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance. Best, Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. This week, I voted to keep the government open for the American people, condemn the policies of socialism, and keep the Supreme Court at nine justices. I hosted U.S. Trade Ambassador Greer at the RSC member meeting, got a firsthand look at new technology DHS is using to keep the homeland safe, and pressed for transparency surrounding data centers. My office also has several opportunities for students, including the 2026 Congressional App Challenge and the Congressional Youth Advisory Council. Both are terrific opportunities for students in our district to learn new skills and shape the future of our country. Below, you’ll find highlights, including pictures, in-depth updates, and information on how my office can help you with any federal concerns. As always, my team and I are here to serve you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance. Best, | Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. This week, I voted to keep the government open for the American people, condemn the policies of socialism, and keep the Supreme Court at nine justices. I hosted U.S. Trade Ambassador Greer at the RSC member meeting, got a firsthand look at new technology DHS is using to keep the homeland safe, and pressed for transparency surrounding data centers. My office also has several opportunities for students, including the 2026 Congressional App Challenge and the Congressional Youth Advisory Council. Both are terrific opportunities for students in our district to learn new skills and shape the future of our country. Below, you’ll find highlights, including pictures, in-depth updates, and information on how my office can help you with any federal concerns. As always, my team and I are here to serve you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance. Best, Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. This week, I voted to keep the government open for the American people, condemn the policies of socialism, and keep the Supreme Court at nine justices. I hosted U.S. Trade Ambassador Greer at the RSC member meeting, got a firsthand look at new technology DHS is using to keep the homeland safe, and pressed for transparency surrounding data centers. My office also has several opportunities for students, including the 2026 Congressional App Challenge and the Congressional Youth Advisory Council. Both are terrific opportunities for students in our district to learn new skills and shape the future of our country. Below, you’ll find highlights, including pictures, in-depth updates, and information on how my office can help you with any federal concerns. As always, my team and I are here to serve you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance. Best, Voting to Keep the Government Open This week, the U.S. House of Representatives voted on a clean Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the government through mid-December. House Republicans came to Washington to govern, and we did just that by keeping the government open and avoiding another Democrat-manufactured shutdown despite the Left trying to hold the process hostage. We have a responsibility to keep the government funded and operating, and we take that seriously as we continue the work of finishing full-year conservative appropriations. House Republicans passed all twelve appropriations bills last year, and we’re going to do it again. 192 Democrats Side with Policies of Socialism Socialism has failed everywhere it’s been tried, without exception. It’s a dangerous ideology that creates misery for the very people it claims to help. In America, we believe in hard work, personal responsibility, and limited government. As Socialists continue their takeover of the Democrat Party, Republicans cannot afford to sit back and watch it happen in silence. This is about protecting the country our children will inherit. This week’s vote to condemn socialism puts the Left on the record and removes any doubt about where my colleagues on the other side of the aisle stand. They are choosing their radical agenda over the founding principles that built this nation. U.S. Trade Ambassador Jamieson Greer at RSC Member Meeting It was great to host U.S. Trade Ambassador Jamieson Greer on Capitol Hill for the weekly Republican Study Committee (RSC) member meeting for a productive and forward-looking conversation about President Trump’s trade agenda. His insights into what this means for American manufacturing, agriculture, and national security were invaluable, and the RSC will continue to be a partner as this administration works to put American workers first and bring jobs back home. “Demo Day” Hosted by the Committee on Homeland Security This week, the Committee on Homeland Security hosted a Demo Day for Members of Congress and staff to see firsthand how the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is using new technology to counter tomorrow’s threats. As our country approaches the twenty-fifth anniversary of 9/11, the threats facing our homeland have changed, and so has DHS. During the event, we got a firsthand look at how DHS is using virtual reality training for law enforcement so agencies don’t have to continue building new brick-and-mortar facilities for combat training. We were also able to observe how bad actors could use “jailbroken” AI to plan, recruit, and fundraise for terrorist attacks. I’m always proud to support the mission of DHS to keep our nation safe. Data Center Transparency and Water Usage During an Environment Subcommittee hearing this week, I questioned witnesses on the growth of data centers and their water usage. In my questioning, I pushed for facts over assumptions by asking witnesses to confirm that water impact varies significantly by project and location. Witnesses agreed that water usage is highly dependent on local resources and infrastructure, underscoring the need for clear, community-level data, not broad Washington mandates to guide decisions. I also pressed on the need for transparency, asking whether local communities are getting the information they need as data center development continues to grow. Watch my full line of questioning here or by clicking the image below. Voting to Stop Court Packing The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) has historically been composed of nine justices meant to interpret the law, not legislate from the bench. That balance has held for over 150 years, and it shouldn’t be discarded for political convenience. I voted this week in favor of keeping the Supreme Court at nine justices and putting a stop to court packing. This ensures no president or political party in power can pack the bench to force a political outcome. I’m proud to support this measure to defend the Constitution and protect the highest court in the land. Mornings with Fox Business I joined Mornings with Fox Business to discuss avoiding a government shutdown, the Democrat Party openly embracing socialism, and our work to continue codifying the Trump Administration’s victories. Watch my full interview here or by clicking on the image below. Service Academy Night in San Angelo Our office enjoyed hosting students, parents, and educators at Service Academy Night in San Angelo. It was a great opportunity to walk families through the nomination and application process for our nation’s service academies, answer questions, and highlight the incredible leadership opportunities that come with a career of service to our country. I’m always proud to support students pursuing this path, and I look forward to nominating this year’s next generation of leaders. Applications for the Class of 2031 close on October 16, 2026. Please reach out to my Service Academy Liaison, Mary O’Connor, if you have any questions about the nomination process. If you missed Service Academy Night and want to learn more, please visit our website at https://pfluger.house.gov/service-academy-nomination/. Applications Are Open for the Congressional Youth Advisory Council I am excited to announce the relaunch of the Congressional Youth Advisory Council for high school juniors and seniors in the 11th Congressional District of Texas.This esteemed program offers a unique opportunity for passionate and driven young leaders to engage with government, collaborate with peers, and serve their communities. Participants will have the chance to interact directly with myself, special guests, and senior staff members in up to four interactive virtual meetings. Additionally, CYAC participants will be provided special admittance to the Pfluger Youth Leadership Conference in Spring 2027 (Date TBD). Interested students are encouraged to apply by completing an application at pfluger.house.gov/services/cyac.htm. The deadline for submissions is September 21, 2026. For questions about the program or application, please contact Corbette Padilla in the Midland district office at 432-687-2390. ICYMI: Kimble, Mason, and Menard Counties Added to FEMA Major Disaster Declaration 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. This designation gives local governments the federal resources they need to repair public infrastructure and support their communities’ recovery. If you are an agricultural producer in Kimble or Menard Counties and suffered damages such as livestock loss or infrastructure loss, you are eligible for USDA Disaster Assistance. Please visit USDA’s website at farmers.gov to learn more. My team and I have been in close contact with county officials since the flooding began, working to ensure they received the resources they need. I’m always proud to be a Texan—especially in moments like this, when I see our community come together when it matters most. Read FEMA’s official announcement here. Applications Open for 2026 Congressional App Challenge My office is accepting submissions for the 2026 Congressional App Challenge. This competition is an excellent opportunity for students in middle and high school to further develop their skills in computer science and STEM. Students have until October 26, 2026, to submit their app. Information on the Congressional App Challenge, including how to apply, can be found on our website by clicking here. PRIZES The winning student’s app will be displayed on the U.S. House of Representatives website, House.gov, as well as on CongressionalAppChallenge.us The app will be unveiled in a Congressional Reception in Washington, D.C., in late December (date TBD). Additional prizes may be announced. RULES There are no limits to what students can create. Apps can be coded in any language, for any platform, using any tools. The competition is open to students in middle and high school. Students may work individually or in teams made up of no more than four. Students are highly encouraged to review the competition’s complete rules and regulations on the Congressional App Challenge’s website. For more information, please visit CongressionalAppChallenge.us or contact Kathy Keane in my office at [email protected] ICYMI: New World Screwworm Free Educational Course I am continuing to address the confirmed cases of the New World Screwworm (NWS) across Texas. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the State of Texas have taken immediate action to eradicate this threat to livestock and the American food supply. As part of these eradication efforts, my office is coordinating with the USDA and local ranchers to ensure that sterile flies are being deployed across affected areas; a proven method for eliminating NWS populations at the source. My office and I will remain in close contact with Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and the USDA as we work together to eradicate this parasite. Governor Greg Abbott has launched a free, online educational course for Texans to learn more about NWS. If interested, you can access and take the course here. If you see signs of maggot infestation in live or recently dead wild animals, please call 866-4USDA-WS (866-487-3297) to report it to your local USDA Wildlife Services office. If you are a rancher, please continue to monitor your livestock and report any unusual findings to USDA. For official updates, please visit screwworm.gov. | | | Voting to Keep the Government Open This week, the U.S. House of Representatives voted on a clean Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the government through mid-December. House Republicans came to Washington to govern, and we did just that by keeping the government open and avoiding another Democrat-manufactured shutdown despite the Left trying to hold the process hostage. We have a responsibility to keep the government funded and operating, and we take that seriously as we continue the work of finishing full-year conservative appropriations. House Republicans passed all twelve appropriations bills last year, and we’re going to do it again. | 192 Democrats Side with Policies of Socialism Socialism has failed everywhere it’s been tried, without exception. It’s a dangerous ideology that creates misery for the very people it claims to help. In America, we believe in hard work, personal responsibility, and limited government. As Socialists continue their takeover of the Democrat Party, Republicans cannot afford to sit back and watch it happen in silence. This is about protecting the country our children will inherit. This week’s vote to condemn socialism puts the Left on the record and removes any doubt about where my colleagues on the other side of the aisle stand. They are choosing their radical agenda over the founding principles that built this nation. | | | U.S. Trade Ambassador Jamieson Greer at RSC Member Meeting It was great to host U.S. Trade Ambassador Jamieson Greer on Capitol Hill for the weekly Republican Study Committee (RSC) member meeting for a productive and forward-looking conversation about President Trump’s trade agenda. His insights into what this means for American manufacturing, agriculture, and national security were invaluable, and the RSC will continue to be a partner as this administration works to put American workers first and bring jobs back home. | | | “Demo Day” Hosted by the Committee on Homeland Security This week, the Committee on Homeland Security hosted a Demo Day for Members of Congress and staff to see firsthand how the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is using new technology to counter tomorrow’s threats. As our country approaches the twenty-fifth anniversary of 9/11, the threats facing our homeland have changed, and so has DHS. During the event, we got a firsthand look at how DHS is using virtual reality training for law enforcement so agencies don’t have to continue building new brick-and-mortar facilities for combat training. We were also able to observe how bad actors could use “jailbroken” AI to plan, recruit, and fundraise for terrorist attacks. I’m always proud to support the mission of DHS to keep our nation safe. | | | Data Center Transparency and Water Usage During an Environment Subcommittee hearing this week, I questioned witnesses on the growth of data centers and their water usage. In my questioning, I pushed for facts over assumptions by asking witnesses to confirm that water impact varies significantly by project and location. Witnesses agreed that water usage is highly dependent on local resources and infrastructure, underscoring the need for clear, community-level data, not broad Washington mandates to guide decisions. I also pressed on the need for transparency, asking whether local communities are getting the information they need as data center development continues to grow. Watch my full line of questioning here or by clicking the image below. | | | Voting to Stop Court Packing The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) has historically been composed of nine justices meant to interpret the law, not legislate from the bench. That balance has held for over 150 years, and it shouldn’t be discarded for political convenience. I voted this week in favor of keeping the Supreme Court at nine justices and putting a stop to court packing. This ensures no president or political party in power can pack the bench to force a political outcome. I’m proud to support this measure to defend the Constitution and protect the highest court in the land. | | | Mornings with Fox Business I joined Mornings with Fox Business to discuss avoiding a government shutdown, the Democrat Party openly embracing socialism, and our work to continue codifying the Trump Administration’s victories. Watch my full interview here or by clicking on the image below. | | | Service Academy Night in San Angelo Our office enjoyed hosting students, parents, and educators at Service Academy Night in San Angelo. It was a great opportunity to walk families through the nomination and application process for our nation’s service academies, answer questions, and highlight the incredible leadership opportunities that come with a career of service to our country. I’m always proud to support students pursuing this path, and I look forward to nominating this year’s next generation of leaders. Applications for the Class of 2031 close on October 16, 2026. Please reach out to my Service Academy Liaison, Mary O’Connor, if you have any questions about the nomination process. If you missed Service Academy Night and want to learn more, please visit our website at https://pfluger.house.gov/service-academy-nomination/. | | | Applications Are Open for the Congressional Youth Advisory Council I am excited to announce the relaunch of the Congressional Youth Advisory Council for high school juniors and seniors in the 11th Congressional District of Texas.This esteemed program offers a unique opportunity for passionate and driven young leaders to engage with government, collaborate with peers, and serve their communities. Participants will have the chance to interact directly with myself, special guests, and senior staff members in up to four interactive virtual meetings. Additionally, CYAC participants will be provided special admittance to the Pfluger Youth Leadership Conference in Spring 2027 (Date TBD). Interested students are encouraged to apply by completing an application at pfluger.house.gov/services/cyac.htm. The deadline for submissions is September 21, 2026. For questions about the program or application, please contact Corbette Padilla in the Midland district office at 432-687-2390. | | | ICYMI: Kimble, Mason, and Menard Counties Added to FEMA Major Disaster Declaration 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. This designation gives local governments the federal resources they need to repair public infrastructure and support their communities’ recovery. If you are an agricultural producer in Kimble or Menard Counties and suffered damages such as livestock loss or infrastructure loss, you are eligible for USDA Disaster Assistance. Please visit USDA’s website at farmers.gov to learn more. My team and I have been in close contact with county officials since the flooding began, working to ensure they received the resources they need. I’m always proud to be a Texan—especially in moments like this, when I see our community come together when it matters most. Read FEMA’s official announcement here. | | | Applications Open for 2026 Congressional App Challenge My office is accepting submissions for the 2026 Congressional App Challenge. This competition is an excellent opportunity for students in middle and high school to further develop their skills in computer science and STEM. Students have until October 26, 2026, to submit their app. Information on the Congressional App Challenge, including how to apply, can be found on our website by clicking here. PRIZES The winning student’s app will be displayed on the U.S. House of Representatives website, House.gov, as well as on CongressionalAppChallenge.us The app will be unveiled in a Congressional Reception in Washington, D.C., in late December (date TBD). Additional prizes may be announced. RULES There are no limits to what students can create. Apps can be coded in any language, for any platform, using any tools. The competition is open to students in middle and high school. Students may work individually or in teams made up of no more than four. Students are highly encouraged to review the competition’s complete rules and regulations on the Congressional App Challenge’s website. For more information, please visit CongressionalAppChallenge.us or contact Kathy Keane in my office at [email protected] | | | ICYMI: New World Screwworm Free Educational Course I am continuing to address the confirmed cases of the New World Screwworm (NWS) across Texas. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the State of Texas have taken immediate action to eradicate this threat to livestock and the American food supply. As part of these eradication efforts, my office is coordinating with the USDA and local ranchers to ensure that sterile flies are being deployed across affected areas; a proven method for eliminating NWS populations at the source. My office and I will remain in close contact with Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and the USDA as we work together to eradicate this parasite. Governor Greg Abbott has launched a free, online educational course for Texans to learn more about NWS. If interested, you can access and take the course here. If you see signs of maggot infestation in live or recently dead wild animals, please call 866-4USDA-WS (866-487-3297) to report it to your local USDA Wildlife Services office. If you are a rancher, please continue to monitor your livestock and report any unusual findings to USDA. For official updates, please visit screwworm.gov. | | Voting to Keep the Government Open This week, the U.S. House of Representatives voted on a clean Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the government through mid-December. House Republicans came to Washington to govern, and we did just that by keeping the government open and avoiding another Democrat-manufactured shutdown despite the Left trying to hold the process hostage. We have a responsibility to keep the government funded and operating, and we take that seriously as we continue the work of finishing full-year conservative appropriations. House Republicans passed all twelve appropriations bills last year, and we’re going to do it again. 192 Democrats Side with Policies of Socialism Socialism has failed everywhere it’s been tried, without exception. It’s a dangerous ideology that creates misery for the very people it claims to help. In America, we believe in hard work, personal responsibility, and limited government. As Socialists continue their takeover of the Democrat Party, Republicans cannot afford to sit back and watch it happen in silence. This is about protecting the country our children will inherit. This week’s vote to condemn socialism puts the Left on the record and removes any doubt about where my colleagues on the other side of the aisle stand. They are choosing their radical agenda over the founding principles that built this nation. U.S. Trade Ambassador Jamieson Greer at RSC Member Meeting It was great to host U.S. Trade Ambassador Jamieson Greer on Capitol Hill for the weekly Republican Study Committee (RSC) member meeting for a productive and forward-looking conversation about President Trump’s trade agenda. His insights into what this means for American manufacturing, agriculture, and national security were invaluable, and the RSC will continue to be a partner as this administration works to put American workers first and bring jobs back home. “Demo Day” Hosted by the Committee on Homeland Security This week, the Committee on Homeland Security hosted a Demo Day for Members of Congress and staff to see firsthand how the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is using new technology to counter tomorrow’s threats. As our country approaches the twenty-fifth anniversary of 9/11, the threats facing our homeland have changed, and so has DHS. During the event, we got a firsthand look at how DHS is using virtual reality training for law enforcement so agencies don’t have to continue building new brick-and-mortar facilities for combat training. We were also able to observe how bad actors could use “jailbroken” AI to plan, recruit, and fundraise for terrorist attacks. I’m always proud to support the mission of DHS to keep our nation safe. Data Center Transparency and Water Usage During an Environment Subcommittee hearing this week, I questioned witnesses on the growth of data centers and their water usage. In my questioning, I pushed for facts over assumptions by asking witnesses to confirm that water impact varies significantly by project and location. Witnesses agreed that water usage is highly dependent on local resources and infrastructure, underscoring the need for clear, community-level data, not broad Washington mandates to guide decisions. I also pressed on the need for transparency, asking whether local communities are getting the information they need as data center development continues to grow. Watch my full line of questioning here or by clicking the image below. Voting to Stop Court Packing The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) has historically been composed of nine justices meant to interpret the law, not legislate from the bench. That balance has held for over 150 years, and it shouldn’t be discarded for political convenience. I voted this week in favor of keeping the Supreme Court at nine justices and putting a stop to court packing. This ensures no president or political party in power can pack the bench to force a political outcome. I’m proud to support this measure to defend the Constitution and protect the highest court in the land. Mornings with Fox Business I joined Mornings with Fox Business to discuss avoiding a government shutdown, the Democrat Party openly embracing socialism, and our work to continue codifying the Trump Administration’s victories. Watch my full interview here or by clicking on the image below. Service Academy Night in San Angelo Our office enjoyed hosting students, parents, and educators at Service Academy Night in San Angelo. It was a great opportunity to walk families through the nomination and application process for our nation’s service academies, answer questions, and highlight the incredible leadership opportunities that come with a career of service to our country. I’m always proud to support students pursuing this path, and I look forward to nominating this year’s next generation of leaders. Applications for the Class of 2031 close on October 16, 2026. Please reach out to my Service Academy Liaison, Mary O’Connor, if you have any questions about the nomination process. If you missed Service Academy Night and want to learn more, please visit our website at https://pfluger.house.gov/service-academy-nomination/. Applications Are Open for the Congressional Youth Advisory Council I am excited to announce the relaunch of the Congressional Youth Advisory Council for high school juniors and seniors in the 11th Congressional District of Texas.This esteemed program offers a unique opportunity for passionate and driven young leaders to engage with government, collaborate with peers, and serve their communities. Participants will have the chance to interact directly with myself, special guests, and senior staff members in up to four interactive virtual meetings. Additionally, CYAC participants will be provided special admittance to the Pfluger Youth Leadership Conference in Spring 2027 (Date TBD). Interested students are encouraged to apply by completing an application at pfluger.house.gov/services/cyac.htm. The deadline for submissions is September 21, 2026. For questions about the program or application, please contact Corbette Padilla in the Midland district office at 432-687-2390. ICYMI: Kimble, Mason, and Menard Counties Added to FEMA Major Disaster Declaration 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. This designation gives local governments the federal resources they need to repair public infrastructure and support their communities’ recovery. If you are an agricultural producer in Kimble or Menard Counties and suffered damages such as livestock loss or infrastructure loss, you are eligible for USDA Disaster Assistance. Please visit USDA’s website at farmers.gov to learn more. My team and I have been in close contact with county officials since the flooding began, working to ensure they received the resources they need. I’m always proud to be a Texan—especially in moments like this, when I see our community come together when it matters most. Read FEMA’s official announcement here. Applications Open for 2026 Congressional App Challenge My office is accepting submissions for the 2026 Congressional App Challenge. This competition is an excellent opportunity for students in middle and high school to further develop their skills in computer science and STEM. Students have until October 26, 2026, to submit their app. Information on the Congressional App Challenge, including how to apply, can be found on our website by clicking here. PRIZES The winning student’s app will be displayed on the U.S. House of Representatives website, House.gov, as well as on CongressionalAppChallenge.us The app will be unveiled in a Congressional Reception in Washington, D.C., in late December (date TBD). Additional prizes may be announced. RULES There are no limits to what students can create. Apps can be coded in any language, for any platform, using any tools. The competition is open to students in middle and high school. Students may work individually or in teams made up of no more than four. Students are highly encouraged to review the competition’s complete rules and regulations on the Congressional App Challenge’s website. For more information, please visit CongressionalAppChallenge.us or contact Kathy Keane in my office at [email protected] ICYMI: New World Screwworm Free Educational Course I am continuing to address the confirmed cases of the New World Screwworm (NWS) across Texas. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the State of Texas have taken immediate action to eradicate this threat to livestock and the American food supply. As part of these eradication efforts, my office is coordinating with the USDA and local ranchers to ensure that sterile flies are being deployed across affected areas; a proven method for eliminating NWS populations at the source. My office and I will remain in close contact with Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and the USDA as we work together to eradicate this parasite. Governor Greg Abbott has launched a free, online educational course for Texans to learn more about NWS. If interested, you can access and take the course here. If you see signs of maggot infestation in live or recently dead wild animals, please call 866-4USDA-WS (866-487-3297) to report it to your local USDA Wildlife Services office. If you are a rancher, please continue to monitor your livestock and report any unusual findings to USDA. For official updates, please visit screwworm.gov. 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. | 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. 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.