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Congressman Fulcher reintroduces bill to cut taxes on overtime pay

A Republican congressman plans to reintroduce a bill that seeks to eliminate taxes on overtime pay.

By Ada Reporter | Jan 15, 2025

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Fulcher reintroduces bill to eliminate tax on overtime pay

U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher has reintroduced a bill aimed at eliminating the federal income tax on overtime pay.

By Ada Reporter | Jan 15, 2025

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Idaho officials criticize federal stance on grizzly bear management

By Ada Reporter | Jan 13, 2025

U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher, along with Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch, have voiced their opposition to a recent announcement by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) regarding grizzly bears.

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Idaho representatives push for third federal district judge amid rising population

By Ada Reporter | Jan 10, 2025

U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher has announced his support as an original co-sponsor of H.R. 319, a bill aimed at adding a third federal district judgeship to Idaho.

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Fulcher's FILM Act becomes law within expansive EXPLORE legislation

By Ada Reporter | Jan 7, 2025

U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher's legislation, the Federal Interior Land Media (FILM) Act, has been signed into law as part of the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act.

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Idaho delegation supports U.S. Forest Service decision on Stibnite Gold Project

By Ada Reporter | Jan 6, 2025

U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher, Mike Simpson, and U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Mike Crapo have expressed their support for the U.S. Forest Service's Final Record of Decision authorizing the Stibnite Gold Project.

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Congressman Fulcher votes against revised American Relief Act

By Ada Reporter | Dec 20, 2024

U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher has expressed his opposition to the revised American Relief Act, 2025, by voting against it.

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Fulcher opposes relief act over debt concerns

By Ada Reporter | Dec 19, 2024

U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher has voiced his opposition to the American Relief Act, 2025, citing concerns over its financial implications.

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Fulcher joins call for prioritizing border security bill in new Congress

By Ada Reporter | Dec 18, 2024

Today, Congressman Russ Fulcher joined a group of lawmakers in urging House and Senate leaders to prioritize the passage of a border security reconciliation bill.

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Congressman Fulcher supports bill refocusing military on deterrence

By Ada Reporter | Dec 11, 2024

U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher has announced his support for the Senate amendment to House bill H.R. 5009, known as the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025.

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Fulcher criticizes federal handling of Lava Ridge Wind Project

By Ada Reporter | Dec 7, 2024

U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher has expressed his concerns following the release of the Record of Decision for the final Environmental Impact Statement by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) regarding the Lava Ridge Wind Project in Southern Idaho.

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Idaho Rep. Russ Fulcher discusses border troops and women's sports controversy

By Ada Reporter | Dec 5, 2024

CBS2 recently interviewed Idaho Representative Russ Fulcher to discuss various issues affecting the state.

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House approves CLEAN Act to boost geothermal energy through increased lease sales

By Ada Reporter | Nov 19, 2024

The House of Representatives has passed the Committing Leases for Energy Access Now Act (CLEAN), which aims to amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Ada County rise or fall in 2021?

By Ada Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Ada County received $17.2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Canyon County farmers in 2021 reached $10,558,011

By Ada Reporter | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Canyon County received $10,558,011 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Ada County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Ada Reporter | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Ada County received $5,531,461 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Treasure Valley Fire Departments Join Forces to Promote Firework Safety

By Ada Reporter Report | Oct 10, 2023

As Independence Day approaches, Fire Departments throughout the Treasure Valley are reminding residents to celebrate safely.

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Meridian’s Concerts on Broadway

By Ada Reporter Report | Jul 15, 2023

The 2023 season of Meridian’s popular Concerts on Broadway series will feature three Saturday night concerts in Meridian City Hall’s outdoor plaza, located at 33 E. Broadway Avenue in downtown Meridian.

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Restored Meridian Home Wins Prestigious Historic Preservation Award

By Ada Reporter Report | Jul 13, 2023

The historic and recently restored Tolleth Home, located at 134 E. State Street in downtown Meridian, will be receiving an Orchid Award by Preservation Idaho.

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Public Invited to Weigh in on Meridian's Proposed Budget

By Ada Reporter Report | Jul 12, 2023

The City of Meridian will hold a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) budget on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.