Julie Fedorchak

Fedorchak welcomes EPA Proposal to roll back burdensome methane rule, strengthen North Dakota energy production

Position: Supports the EPA's proposal to revise the Biden administration's oil and natural gas methane regulations, arguing the revisions restore flexibility for producers and avoid well closures and reduced new development. Asserts the proposal would lower costs for consumers and businesses and increase domestic oil and gas production.

Fargo, ND — Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) welcomed the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposal to revise the Biden administration’s oil and natural gas methane regulations, restoring flexibility for producers and addressing mandates that threatened to shut down wells and discourage new development. EPA estimates the proposed revisions would save consumers and businesses $45 billion and enable production of an additional 210 million barrels of oil and 1.41 trillion cubic feet of natural gas. “North Dakota producers know how to develop our resources responsibly. They’ve invested in capturing more natural gas and reducing flaring while producing the energy our country needs,” Fedorchak said. “Federal rulesand regulations should support that progress. The Biden administration instead imposed unworkable mandates that threatened to shut down productive wells, eliminate jobs, and raise costs for families. I appreciate Administrator Zeldin listening to our concerns and proposing a more practical approach. Affordable energy starts with giving American producers the ability to produce.” North Dakota’s congressional delegation urged EPA to withdraw the rule in 2023, warning that its requirements would undermine domestic production and undermine North Dakota’s successful approach to gas capture. Under the North Dakota Industrial Commission’s framework, operators achieved a 95% gas capture rate while natural gas production reached record levels. In 2024, the Biden EPA finalized one-size-fits-all, burdensome regulations that were estimated at the time to cost $18 billion. However, the Biden EPA underestimated the costs and refused to acknowledge their regulations would force many wells to close and stop new wells from opening. Overall, the Biden administration’s rule threatened domestic production and drove up the cost of living for Americans—from heating bills to prices at the grocery store and the pump. “Behind every barrel of oil and every cubic foot of natural gas produced in the U.S. are millions of workers, businesses, and the heartbeat of this nation’s economy. The Biden EPA destructively targeted all this. President Trump promised to end the war on oil and natural gas, and I vowed to do my part, while protecting our environment,” said EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin. “We have listened to Americans’ concerns and are taking our biggest step yet to fix it. When owners and operators can produce, America benefits with lower prices. That is common sense, and it’s what we’re delivering with this proposal.” Following publication in the Federal Register, EPA will hold a public comment period of at least 45 days, along with a public hearing.

Fedorchak provides details on Harvest Fuel Relief program for American farmers

Position: Representative Fedorchak applauds the $8 billion Harvest Fuel Relief Program to help North Dakota farmers manage rising diesel and input costs during harvest, while stating that long-term focus should be on expanding market access, domestic energy production, and American refineries and fertilizer plants rather than federal handouts.

Bismarck, ND – Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) applauded the announcement of the $8 billion Harvest Fuel Relief Program to help North Dakota farmers manage rising input costs, including diesel, during harvest season. Funded through the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC), the program will provide one-time payments to eligible producers for the 2026 crop year. “Farmers have told me the sharp spike in diesel prices right during harvest threatens to wipe away any profit they might have made this year. This investment provides much-needed relief for North Dakota farm families during a challenging season,” Fedorchak said. “I know North Dakota farmers want lower input costs, stronger commodity prices, and market certainty—not handouts from the federal government. Our long-term focus must be on expanding market access, strengthening domestic energy production, and building more American refineries and fertilizer plants to help our farmers compete and thrive.” The Harvest Fuel Relief Program will be administered by the Farm Service Agency (FSA), with payments calculated using reported planted acres, USDA production cost estimates, and projected yields and prices. Additional program details include: Payment rates: Commodity-specific payment rates for Title I commodities will be announced in November, with additional eligible commodities to follow. Producer applications: Eligible producers with a Login.gov account linked to USDA will receive pre-filled online applications ahead of the application period. Additional commodities: Specialty crop growers, fishermen, and other non-Title I producers are encouraged to submit information about increased fuel costs to HarvestFuel@usda.gov to help USDA determine payment rates. The program builds on recent improvements to the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs, which took effect this month, providing additional support for producers facing challenging market conditions. Issues: Agriculture

Fedorchak outlines rural health care priorities for North Dakota during Elgin and Bowman hospital roundtables

Position: Congresswoman Fedorchak supports extending the Frontier Community Health Integration Project for five years and advancing rural health investments, including support for Critical Access Hospitals, Community Health Centers, and reimbursement and workforce solutions.

Bowman, ND – Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) outlined her priorities for strengthening rural health care across North Dakota during roundtables held at both Jacobson Memorial Hospital Care Center in Elgin and Southwest Healthcare Services in Bowman. Her agenda focuses on reducing costs and improving access, including extending support for Critical Access Hospitals and Community Health Centers, advancing rural health investments, and addressing the reimbursement and workforce challenges that threaten access to care close to home. Meeting with hospital leadership and local and state officials, Fedorchak highlighted her newly introduced legislation to extend the Frontier Community Health Integration Project (FCHIP) for five years and North Dakota’s nearly $200 million award through the Rural Health Transformation Program. “Rural hospitals like Jacobson Memorial and Southwest Healthcare are lifelines for the communities they serve, which extend for hundreds of miles in sparsely populated areas like southwest North Dakota,” Fedorchak said. “Our providers need practical solutions. That’s why I’m focused on: supporting reliable emergency services, expanding access to specialists, helping providers recruit and retain staff, and making federal reimbursement work better for rural communities. These conversations help guide that work so we can keep quality care close to home for North Dakotans.” Fedorchak and Senator John Hoeven introduced legislation to extend FCHIP, which tests flexible Medicare payment models for Critical Access Hospitals in some of the country’s most sparsely populated communities. Three North Dakota hospitals participate: Jacobson Memorial Hospital Care Center in Elgin, McKenzie County Healthcare Systems in Watford City, and Southwest Healthcare Services in Bowman. The program is scheduled to expire on December 31, 2026. A five-year extension preserves critical flexibilities that help participating hospitals provide additional skilled nursing beds, expand telehealth, and sustain ambulance services. The program aims to improve access and coordination while testing ways to reduce avoidable hospitalizations and Medicare costs. In Elgin, FCHIP supports advanced life support ambulance services for patients facing cardiac emergencies, trauma, and transfers over long distances. Theteams of EMTs also play key staffing roles at the facility and provide 24/7 coverage. At other participating North Dakota hospitals, the program helps older residents receive nursing care in their home communities and connects patients with specialists through telehealth. The extension legislation is endorsed by the National Rural Health Association, the North Dakota Hospital Association, and the Montana Hospital Association. Fedorchak’s broader work to strengthen rural health care includes: Supporting nearly $200 million for North Dakota’s rural health transformation. Fedorchak voted to establish the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program. North Dakota received nearly $199 million for FY2026 to strengthen rural care, support workforce recruitment and retention, and modernize facilities and technology. Extending access to telehealth. Fedorchak voted to extend Medicare telehealth flexibilities through December 31, 2027, helping rural North Dakotans connect with providers and specialists without traveling long distances for care. Reining in prescription drug middlemen. Fedorchak voted for the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act, which requires pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to disclose prescription drug costs, rebates, and fees to employers, helping them negotiate better deals and lower costs for patients. Advancing more affordable coverage and greater patient choice. Fedorchak helped introduce the More Affordable Care Act (MACA), legislation that gives states greater flexibility to expand coverage options and allow eligible patients in participating states to use federal assistance through individual health accounts to purchase coverage and pay for care. Advocating for greater health care price transparency. Fedorchak supports reforms that give patients the clear information they need to be good health care consumers including information to compare health care costs and quality before receiving care. This includes the Lower Costs Greater Transparency Act, which passed out of her committee in July and awaits full approval of the House.

Hoeven, Fedorchak introduce legislation extending FCHIP to improve health care in rural areas

Position: The release supports extending the Frontier Community Health Integration Project (FCHIP) for five years to test care delivery and reimbursement models for Critical Access Hospitals in hyper-rural counties and to strengthen rural health care while seeking Medicare savings.

WASHINGTON – Senator John Hoeven (R-N.D.) and Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-N.D.) today introduced legislation to extend the Frontier Community Health Integration Project (FCHIP) for five years. The FCHIP program develops and tests health care delivery and reimbursement models for Critical Access Hospitals (CAH) in hyper-rural counties to improve health outcomes for patients and save Medicare costs. In the Senate, the legislation is cosponsored by Senators Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.) and Steve Daines (R-Mont.). Currently there are five CAHs participating in the program, including the following North Dakota CAHs: Jacobson Memorial Hospital Care Center in Elgin. McKenzie County Healthcare Systems in Watford City. Southwest Healthcare Services in Bowman. “Critical Access Hospitals play a key role in ensuring that North Dakotans, regardless of their zip code, have improved access and better health care services. Our bicameral legislation extends this demonstration program for five years to help strengthen the care available to Medicare beneficiaries in rural areas while helping find ways to save on Medicare costs,” said Senator Hoeven. “North Dakotans should be able to get quality care close to home, even in our most rural of communities,” said Congresswoman Fedorchak. “Critical Access Hospitals are lifelines for rural families. Extending FCHIP will give participating hospitals more flexibility to provide skilled nursing care, expand telehealth, and sustain ambulance services. I’m glad to partner with Senator Hoeven on a practical way to strengthen rural health care while testing ways to save Medicare dollars.” “For families across rural America, having access to a local health care provider can make all the difference,” said Senator Cramer. “But low patient volumes and government restrictions can make it difficult for rural hospitals to keep their doors open and provide the care their communities need. Our bill to extend the FCHIP Demonstration will give rural hospitals greater flexibility to deliver essential services and help preserve access to quality health care for families in rural North Dakota.” “Since 2016, the Frontier Community Health Integration Project (FCHIP) has provided Montana’s Critical Access Hospitals with unique flexibility, allowed them to implement critical innovations, and improved access to and quality of care in rural areas. By keeping some of our most rural hospitals afloat through innovative payment models that enable community-based care, the program has served Montanans that might otherwise be overlooked. I strongly support extending FCHIP and am proud to cosponsor this crucial legislation,” said Senator Sheehy. “Montanans deserve access to top-quality health care, no matter where they live. Oftentimes, our rural communities face challenges in delivering that care- that’s why I’m proud to work with Senator Hoeven to extend the Frontier Community Health Integration Program (FCHIP) which will help Montana’s Critical Access Hospitals continue to test new ways to ensure access to high quality care in rural communities,” said Senator Daines. Specifically, FCHIP provides a waiver to Medicare payment rules that allows hospitals to increase the number of available Skilled Nursing Facility or Nursing Facility beds, cover the costs required to facilitate and grow telehealth programs and pay the expenses of providing ambulance services at each participating Critical Access Hospital. The legislation is endorsed by the National Rural Health Association, North Dakota Hospital Association, and the Montana Hospital Association. Issues: Health

Fedorchak, Majority Leader Scalise highlight North Dakota's role in strengthening America’s defense supply chain

Position: The release supports strengthening domestic battery manufacturing to reduce reliance on foreign supply chains and to support national defense and job creation.

Fargo, ND — Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) welcomed U.S. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) to Fargo Tuesday for a tour of Badland Batteries’ new battery-cell manufacturing facility and a discussion about strengthening domestic manufacturing, reducing reliance on foreign supply chains, and supporting America’s national defense. Fedorchak and Scalise toured the company’s new 80,000-square-foot plant, viewed its completed production line, and received an update from Packet Digital CEO Terri Zimmerman on the company’s plans to increase production. The Fargo facility will manufacture battery cells for use in Packet Digital battery packs that power unmanned aircraft systems, autonomous systems, and other defense and commercial technologies. “North Dakota is proving that the advanced technologies essential to America’s economic and national security can be developed and manufactured right here at home,” Fedorchak said. “The batteries produced at this Fargo facility will power unmanned and autonomous systems used by our military while helping reduce our dangerous reliance on foreign supply chains. I’m grateful to Leader Scalise for coming to North Dakota to see this exciting work and to Terri Zimmerman and the entire Packet Digital team for investing, innovating, and creating new opportunities in our state.” “It was great to join Congresswoman Fedorchak and see firsthand the cutting-edge work happening at Packet Digital,” said Scalise. “For too long, America allowed so much of our manufacturing base to move overseas, including technologies that are critical to our national security. Packet Digital is helping reverse that trend by building these advanced batteries right here in Fargo, while creating good jobs for North Dakota families. We need more American companies making these investments, creating good jobs, and ensuring the United States continues to lead the world in innovation.” Packet Digital is a Fargo-based technology company specializing in batteries and power systems for unmanned aircraft and autonomous systems. The company established Badland Batteries in 2023 and selected the north Fargo site for its battery-cell manufacturing facility in 2024. Badland Batteries launched its first commercial unmanned aircraft system battery products in 2025. Fedorchak previously toured the facility in September 2025 while it was under development. Tuesday’s visit offered an opportunity to see the completed plant and production line ahead of its grand opening on October 8.

Four Fedorchak-cosponsored bills pass House, including legislation to strengthen northern border security

Position: The release describes the congresswoman's cosponsorship of four bipartisan bills that passed the House, including measures on northern border security, intelligence sharing with state and local partners, elder financial fraud, and requiring AM radio in new vehicles.

Washington, D.C. — Four bipartisan pieces of legislation that Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) cosponsored passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The bills strengthen northern border security, improve intelligence sharing, protect seniors from financial scams, and preserve access to AM radio in new vehicles. “Strengthening public safety and giving law enforcement the tools they need are among my highest priorities in Congress,” Fedorchak said. “North Dakota shares a long border with Canada, and the Northern Border Security Enhancement and Review Act will help make certain our security strategy keeps pace with evolving threats and is backed by strong intelligence, planning, and oversight. Together, these bills will improve information sharing among law enforcement, help protect seniors from sophisticated scams, and preserve access to AM radio when reliable emergency information matters most.” The bills include: Northern Border Security Enhancement and Review Act (H.R. 5517): Requires the Department of Homeland Security to regularly assess threats along the northern border and update its strategy every two years. The bill also strengthens oversight of Customs and Border Protection’s air and marine operations and improves security planning and intelligence. I&A Mission Reorientation Act of 2026 (H.R. 7443): Improves intelligence sharing between the Department of Homeland Security and state, local, Tribal, and territorial partners. The bill strengthens coordination with fusion centers and gives local officials better access to federal intelligence on terrorism, cyber threats, border security, and other risks. Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees from Deception (GUARD) Act (H.R. 2978): Gives state, local, and Tribal law enforcement more tools to investigate financial fraud, elder financial fraud, and sophisticated investment scams. The bill also expands access to blockchain tracing tools and specialized resources for rural law enforcement agencies. AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025 (H.R. 979): Directs the Department of Transportation to make AM radio standard equipment in new passenger vehicles and available without an additional fee. AM radio is especially important in rural North Dakota, where its broad reach provides reliable access to weather alerts, emergency information, agriculture news, and local updates.

Fedorchak’s High-Capacity Grid Act passes House with unanimous support

Position: The release supports the High-Capacity Grid Act (H.R. 6633), which would direct FERC to establish a best-available transmission conductor standard for new and rebuilt interstate transmission lines to increase capacity within existing rights-of-way at the lowest reasonable cost. The bill passed the House unanimously.

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak’s (R-ND) High-Capacity Grid Act (H.R. 6633) today passed the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously. The legislation will modernize America’s transmission system by requiring the use of best-available transmission conductors for new and rebuilt interstate transmission lines. The House Energy and Commerce Committee advanced the bill unanimously in July 2026 by a 49-0 vote. "America's electricity demand is growing at the fastest pace in decades. To meet this demand, we must optimize our existing transmission infrastructure," Fedorchak said. "The High-Capacity Grid Act is a commonsense solution that will help us move more electricity over existing rights-of-way, improve grid reliability, and—most importantly—does so at the lowest possible costs." The High-Capacity Grid Act directs the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to establish a best-available transmission conductor standard for interstate transmission projects. The legislation will: Promote the use of the highest-capacity, most efficient conductors available for new interstate transmission projects and rebuilds. Increase transmission capacity within existing rights-of-way to connect and carry more electricity, reducing the need for additional corridors and new transmission lines. Improve grid reliability at the lowest possible costs for consumers. Promote cost-effective utility investments through the deployment of proven, high-performance transmission technologies.

Fedorchak applauds EPA repeal of Clean Power Plan 2.0

Position: Congresswoman Fedorchak supports the EPA's repeal of the Biden administration's Power Plant Greenhouse Gas Rule, arguing it was costly, threatened grid reliability, and that its premature closure of power plants is harmful.

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) released the following statement after the Environmental Protection Agency repealed the Biden administration’s Power Plant Greenhouse Gas Rule ("Clean Power Plan 2.0"), an overreaching regulation targeting coal- and natural-gas power plants. “This is a huge win for anyone who cares about having power when they need it. The Biden administration's Clean Power Plan 2.0 was so disconnected from science and reality, it was dangerous,” Fedorchak said. “Prematurely closing power plants at a time when power demand is surging is irresponsible and reckless. The increase in costs this plan caused will be felt for many years to come, but halting it now is a win for affordability and reliability.” The EPA first proposed repealing the regulation in June 2025, citing its impact on electricity affordability and grid reliability. Today’s final action removes the Biden administration’s greenhouse-gas emissions requirements for existing coal-fired power plants and new natural-gas plants.

Fedorchak launches statewide Trump Accounts Sign-up Series to empower parents and invest in the next generation of North Dakotans

Position: Congresswoman Fedorchak supports Trump Accounts as a pro-family, pro-growth savings policy and is organizing sign-up events to help North Dakota families access the accounts, which provide a $1,000 government-funded seed contribution to children born between 2025 and 2028.

Bismarck, ND – Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) is launching a series of Trump Account Sign Up events to help families take advantage of these tax-deferred savings accounts designed to give the next generation of North Dakotans a strong financial foundation from day one. Every child born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, will receive a one-time $1,000 government-funded seed contribution. “Trump Accounts are a pro-family, pro-growth policy that gives every newborn a real financial head start,” Fedorchak said. “The Working Families Tax Cuts made these accounts a reality. I’m excited to help North Dakota families understand how to use them to invest early, grow savings over time, and open doors of opportunity for the next generation.” Image

Fedorchak hosts roundtable following House passage of Farm Bill

Bismarck, N.D. – Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) convened a roundtable to discuss the recent House passage of the Farm Bill and its impact on the state’s agriculture economy. The event brought together representatives from key farm organizations and local producers to share perspectives on the legislation and outline priorities as the bill moves to the Senate. “We had a great discussion on what a five-year Farm Bill means for North Dakota farmers and ranchers,” Fedorchak said. “This legislation strengthens the tools our producers rely on while reinforcing the pro-growth policies we’ve already delivered. Hearing directly from producers is critical as we continue advancing policies that support their success and provide certainty. North Dakota producers help feed and fuel the world, and their input is essential as we work to get a final Farm Bill across the finish line.” During the roundtable, Fedorchak highlighted key policies secured in the House-passed bill, including strengthened crop insurance and reference prices, expanded access to credit, and improvements to conservation and rural development programs. The legislation builds on provisions enacted in the Working Families Tax Cuts, codifying and expanding those gains for farmers and ranchers. Fedorchak also provided an update on year-round E15, a priority she has helped lead in Congress as Co-Chair of the Biofuels Caucus. She worked alongside fellow agriculture-state members to secure a commitment from leadership for a standalone vote on the legislation she helped craft. That vote will be May 13. In addition to the Farm Bill, participants talked about growing opportunities in animal agriculture and emphasized the importance of increasing domestic markets for commodities like year-round E15. Other topics included the need to decrease input costs and help young producers get started. They also expressed support for Fedorchak’s amendment directing the Secretary of Agriculture to study the feasibility of providing storage facility loans for on-farm fertilizer storage—an idea brought to her directly by a North Dakota farmer. Producers noted the proposal could significantly reduce costs and improve operational efficiency. The Farm Bill passed out of committee with bipartisan support and cleared the House floor by a bipartisan vote of 224-200—marking the first time the House has passed a full five-year Farm Bill since 2018. The legislation now heads to the Senate for further consideration.