Power The Future recognizes Pfluger as April 2025 Energy Champion
Congressman Pfluger demonstrates unwavering commitment to American energy dominance and served as the leading voice to repeal the Biden Administration's natural gas tax. His work delivered a significant victory for American energy workers and working families. His leadership continues to reinforce the importance of affordable and reliable energy as the cornerstone of national and economic strength, a news release said.
"Congressman Pfluger not only stood against the flood of attacks and incompetence that was the Biden Administration and the green movement, he also masterfully repealed the natural gas tax within the first 100 days of the new administration," said Daniel Turner, Founder and Executive Director for Power The Future. "Congressman Pfluger understands that energy isn't just policy-it's people. We need more leaders with his common sense and his courage."
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