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Congressman Russ Fulcher challenges FCC's expansion of E-Rate program

U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher has put forward a resolution using the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to challenge a recent Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rule under the Biden administration.

By Ada Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

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Western lawmakers introduce bill to repeal new land management rules

Today, U.S. Congressman Russ Fulcher and Congresswoman Celeste Maloy introduced the Western Economic Security Today (WEST) Act in Washington, D.C. The proposed legislation aims to repeal the Bureau of Land Management’s Conservation and Landscape...

By Ada Reporter | Feb 11, 2025

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Bill proposed to inform consumers about spy appliances

By Ada Reporter | Feb 6, 2025

Rep. Russ Fulcher has introduced a new bill aimed at increasing consumer awareness about the potential privacy risks posed by certain household appliances.

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Fulcher gathers officials to tackle wildfire prevention strategies

By Ada Reporter | Feb 4, 2025

Idaho Congressman Russ Fulcher convened a meeting with federal and state officials on January 31, 2025, to address concerns over the upcoming wildfire season.

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Idaho delegation introduces bill addressing local post office accessibility

By Ada Reporter | Jan 29, 2025

The Idaho Congressional Delegation has introduced legislation aimed at safeguarding access to local post offices.

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EDA awards $125,000 in grants for economic development projects in Ada County in 2023

By Ada Reporter | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $125,000 in grants for economic development projects in Ada County, Idaho.

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Rep. Fulcher proposes bill to eliminate taxes on overtime pay

By Ada Reporter | Jan 16, 2025

Rep. Russ Fulcher, a Republican from Idaho, has reintroduced a bill that aims to eliminate taxes on overtime pay.

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Congressman Fulcher reintroduces bill to cut taxes on overtime pay

By Ada Reporter | Jan 15, 2025

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

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Fulcher reintroduces bill to eliminate tax on overtime pay

By Ada Reporter | Jan 15, 2025

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

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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.