North Idaho Times

Russ Fulcher, a U.S. Congressman representing Idaho's 1st district, has recently shared his views on various critical issues via social media. His statements touch on a tragic event, legislative efforts for mail delivery, and proposals for wildfire management.

On January 30, 2025, Fulcher addressed a tragic incident at Reagan Airport. He expressed deep sorrow over the event and offered support to those affected. "Absolutely devastating. Please join me in continuing to pray for the souls involved in the tragic aircraft collision at Reagan Airport and their families as they learn the unimaginable." He also extended gratitude to first responders working tirelessly at the scene.

Later that day, Fulcher highlighted his commitment to ensuring reliable mail delivery services by introducing new legislation. "Millions depend on reliable and accessible mail delivery—regardless of how rural their neighborhood is." He announced the introduction of the MAILS Act with fellow Idaho representatives to involve community input before any postal system changes are made.

On January 31, 2025, Fulcher addressed the issue of rising wildfires and proposed shifting land stewardship responsibilities from federal to state authorities. "I firmly believe the way we address the crisis of rising wildfires is to transfer the responsibility of land stewardship from the federal government to the state." He advocated for local forest management and timber harvesting as economically beneficial strategies for Idaho.