Rep. Russ Fulcher

When I served in the Idaho Legislature, one thing was always abundantly clear—legislation and debate must always be limited to a single subject. It goes without saying, but in D.C., that is not how things are run, and I believe that needs to change. I have reintroduced the One Subject at a Time Act, H.R. 4324, which will focus every bill the U.S. Congress considers on a single subject, ensuring each topic receives a separate vote. To read more about this legislation, click the link below. 🔗 fulcher.house.gov/2025/8/fulcher…

Press release from Congressman Russ Fulcher on bill regarding metal deposits: @RepRussFulcher gemstatechronicle.com/2026/03/releas…

We had over 10,000 Idahoans join our telephone town hall last night. I am truly grateful for a forum that allows us to meet in such large numbers. We covered issues ranging from U.S. involvement in the Middle East to the need for strong domestic energy production, the status of the SAVE Act, efforts to address our national debt, and more. The conversations were both polite and constructive. In Idaho, we truly have something special, and your counsel and participation are what will help keep it that way. God bless.

I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Nampa Mayor Rick Hogaboam. Rick was a friend to many, including myself, and served the people of Idaho with dedication and loyalty. Please join me in keeping his family and loved ones in your prayers.

I am very pleased to share that $30 million has been secured for Idaho’s Lewiston Orchards Irrigation District (LOID) through Congress’s H.R. 1, the Working Families Tax Cuts law. This funding will support the construction of a new water intake and conveyance system from the Clearwater River, ensuring a strong, reliable water supply for the Lewiston Orchards area for years to come. This is a major win for water security in the West, and I am proud to have worked alongside my Idaho congressional colleagues to help advance this important project.

Idaho’s First Congressional District: our next telephone town hall is today at 6 p.m. MT, 5 p.m. PT. To participate, dial 833-998-1718 on a telephone at the time of the event. I hope you will join!

As visitation to our National Parks soars ahead of America’s 250th birthday, ensuring visitor safety is more important than ever. @RepRussFulcher's H.R. 7031 will strengthen emergency response capabilities and modernize NPS 9-11 systems, so Americans can seek adventure with confidence in their safety. 🚑🏜️🇺🇸

I’m proud to join my colleagues in advocating for America’s potato industry to have market access in Japan. Our growers produce the best spuds in the world. Easing Japan’s restrictions would increase U.S. fresh potato exports to an estimated $100M+ and strengthen farming communities across the country.

Bad actors often abuse the billing of durable medical equipment in their fraud schemes. When fraudsters bill Medicaid programs for equipment that doesn't actually go to patients, the patient suffers and the taxpayer gets robbed. Today, @RepRussFulcher asked our witness what CMS can do to ensure fraud involving durable medical equipment does not occur.

There is no one better suited to manage Idaho’s lands than Idahoans—we live on them, work them, and use them for recreation. I had a great meeting with Director Miller of the Idaho Department of Lands to discuss responsible stewardship and the importance of strong, state-level management to preserve Idaho’s beautiful landscapes for generations to come.

Press release from Congressman Russ Fulcher on opening the Japanese market to Idaho potatoes: @RepRussFulcher gemstatechronicle.com/2026/03/fulche…

Geothermal energy is a largely untapped powerhouse. I will continue to introduce legislation in the House to streamline exploration and development of this clean, reliable resource resting right beneath our feet.

Congressman Russ Fulcher's newsletter is posted: @RepRussFulcher gemstatechronicle.com/2026/03/newsle…

Idaho families should be able to choose the appliances that best fit their household needs and budget. H.R. 4626, the Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act, has passed the House and is now with the Senate. This legislation revises the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) to ease regulatory burdens on appliances for American consumers and prevent the implementation of energy standards that are not cost-effective.

Geothermal is a goldmine of energy hiding right under our feet.

A Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) threatens the financial privacy of every American and raises serious concerns of political weaponization. I voted in favor of @GOPMajorityWhip’s H.R. 1919 to prohibit the federal government from issuing a CBDC, and I gladly joined my colleagues in urging the Senate to support a permanent ban on this type of government-surveilled financial system.

Thank you to every member of Congress who has joined the Sharia-Free America Caucus. Our ranks have now reached 47 strong, representing 22 states across the nation. Western Civilization is worth defending—and we are committed to that defense.

Wishing @RepRussFulcher a very happy birthday. We appreciate his service to Idaho, which @MicronTech also calls home, and his partnership on policies that help strengthen American semiconductor leadership.

Our next Idaho-01 telephone town hall will take place on March 18 at 6 p.m. MT, 5 p.m. PT. You can participate by dialing 833-998-1718 on a telephone at the time of the event. I hope you will join us and look forward to the conversations we will have!

To America’s warriors, we have your back. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Watch as 40+ House Republicans stand united to deliver a clear message: We see you, we thank you, and we are with you 100%.