Russ Fulcher
U.S. Representative · ID-1 · Republican
Statements and posts
105 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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All 105 statements
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Fulcher Announces Staff Mobile Office Hours in North Idaho
Announced mobile office hours to assist constituents with federal agency issues.
“Offering Mobile Office Hours is our way of coming to those in the First District who may not have the ability to travel to our district offices”
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Fulcher Announces $26 Million Returned to Idahoans Through Casework
Announced $26.4 million returned to Idaho constituents through casework assistance.
“Since arriving in Congress, I’m proud to share that through my office’s casework efforts, we have helped return more than $26 million to hardworking Idahoans in the First Congressional District”
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Fulcher Signs On to Bill Protecting Idahoans’ Privacy
Co-sponsored bill requiring federal warrants for state and local surveillance data access.
“I’m proud to sign on to this legislation to protect the privacy rights of Idahoans from increasingly intrusive surveillance data collection and to prohibit the widespread deployment of such surveillance tools with federal dollars”
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Fulcher Issues Federal Land Management Survey, Encourages Idahoans to Participate
Released survey seeking Idahoans' input on federal land management and local stewardship roles.
“Feedback from this survey is intended to ensure Idahoans have a voice and seat at the table as policy in Washington, D.C., on federal lands is evaluated”
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Fulcher Celebrates Supreme Court’s Decision in Little v. Hecox
Praised Supreme Court decision upholding state laws protecting women's sports.
“In Idaho, women’s and girls’ sports will remain reserved for women and girls. Today, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Idaho and West Virginia’s laws protecting the integrity of female athletics.”
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Fulcher Invites Public to July Telephone Town Hall for Congressional Update and Q&A
Announced July 22 telephone town hall for Idaho constituents to ask questions and receive updates.
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Fulcher Introduces Bill Expanding Free Access to National Parks for Foster Families
Introduced bill to provide free national park access to licensed foster care families.
“I’m delighted to introduce the PARKS Act. America is home to some of the most stunning landscapes in the world, many of which are part of the National Parks System.”
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House Passes Fulcher’s Bill to Bolster Geothermal Energy Production
House passed Fulcher's CLEAN Act to streamline geothermal energy lease sales and federal permitting.
“Geothermal is a clean, abundant, and dependable energy resource that can help meet America’s rapidly rising power demands”
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Fulcher to Host June Telephone Town Hall
Announced June 3 telephone town hall for Idaho constituents.
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Fulcher Votes to Reauthorize Veterans’ Programs and Support Servicemembers
Voted to advance FY27 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act.
“Having the backs of those who serve—and those who have served—our nation must always remain a national priority”
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Fulcher Co-Sponsors Major Richard Star Act
Co-sponsored Major Richard Star Act to ensure veterans receive full retirement and disability benefits.
“As a nation, we must always stand by and support our Veterans. I am honored to co-sponsor the Major Richard Star Act, H.R. 2102.”
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Fulcher Announces $25 Million Returned to Idahoans Through Casework
Announced $25 million returned to Idaho constituents through congressional casework.
“I’m proud to share that through my office’s casework efforts, we have successfully returned more than $25 million to hardworking Idahoans in the First Congressional District”
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Fulcher’s Statement on the Passing of Idaho Governor Dirk Kempthorne
Released statement mourning the passing of former Idaho Governor Dirk Kempthorne.
“I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Governor Dirk Kempthorne. Dirk was a dear friend, a trusted mentor, and a devoted public servant. From his time as Mayor of Boise to his service as a U.S. Senator, Governor of Idaho, and Secretary of the Interior, he worked selflessly on behalf of America and our Idaho”
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Fulcher on Announcement of Secure Rural Schools Payments, Helped Facilitate House Vote
Announced $430 million in Secure Rural Schools payments to states and counties.
“Federal programs like SRS are vital to Idaho’s rural communities, where a significant portion of land is owned by the federal government. However, this funding has grown increasingly difficult to garner support for in the U.S. Congress, as states without vast federal landholdings often view this program as a subsidy”
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Idaho Congressional Delegation, State Treasurer Announce Secure Rural Schools Payments
Announced $24 million in Secure Rural Schools payments for Idaho counties in FY2025.
“Federal programs like SRS are vital to Idaho’s rural communities, where a high level of land is owned by the federal government. However, this funding has grown increasingly difficult to garner support for in the U.S. Congress, as states without vast federal landholdings often view this program as a subsidy”
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Fulcher Debates RED Tape Act On House Floor
Debated the RED Tape Act on House floor.
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Fulcher Debates the FENCES Act On House Floor
Debated the FENCES Act on House floor.
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Fulcher Discusses Iran, Energy Prices, and Congressional News on NewsNation
Discussed Iran, energy prices, and congressional news on NewsNation.
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Fulcher Issues Survey, Encourages Idahoans to Share Priorities
Released survey asking Idaho constituents about priorities on land management, housing, and healthcare.
“It is an honor to represent our shared Idaho values in the U.S. Congress”
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Signed letter requesting transfer of withdrawn public lands at INL site to Department of Energy.
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Fulcher Signs Letter to Thune Urging SAVE America Act Passage
Signed letter to Senate Majority Leader urging passage of SAVE America Act.
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Signed letter to block federal funding for transgender experiments on animals in FY27 spending bill.
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Fulcher Introduces Bill to Strengthen Geographic Diversity of Metal Depositories
Introduced bill requiring approval of precious metals depositories in multiple U.S. geographic regions.
“Having metal depositories located in more than one region in the United States will provide Americans across the country with affordable access to metal exchanges and safeguard assets in the event of a national emergency or extreme weather event.”
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Asked President Trump to prioritize opening Japanese market access for U.S. potato exports.
“U.S. potato growers produce the best potatoes in the world. International trade and foreign export markets are critical to the U.S. potato industry”
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Letter to President Trump to Prioritize Opening Japanese Market Access to U.S. Potato Industry
Sent letter to President Trump requesting Japanese market access for U.S. potatoes.
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.
