Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of the rule providing for consideration of the Secure America Act. After 4 years of chaos at our southern border under President Biden, House Republicans and President Trump have restored order and delivered the most secure border in history. Illegal crossings have plummeted. Cartel activity has been disrupted, and law enforcement finally has an administration who is willing to enforce the law again. Maintaining that progress requires more than strong leadership. It requires resources, and it requires certainty. This bill does both.
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Julie Fedorchak
Representative · North Dakota · Republican
Julie Fedorchak
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Mr. Speaker, as our Nation celebrates America's 250th birthday, North Dakota has the extraordinary privilege of marking this milestone in a truly historic way. Tomorrow, on July 1, we open the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in the Badlands of western North Dakota. It is a place that forever shaped one of America's greatest Presidents. First, I recognize the countless people whose vision, generosity, and determination made this remarkable library possible.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of my bill, the North Dakota Trust Lands Completion Act. I thank the gentlewoman from Maryland and our chairman for his leadership, especially for getting it through the House Natural Resources Committee with unanimous support. I can't thank him enough for that. As both have stated, this bill provides some important new changes for my State and addresses a unique land management challenge that dates back to North Dakota's statehood. They have both expressed it well, but let me reinforce what has already been said.
Biography
Julie Fedorchak, a former communications consultant and business leader, was elected as North Dakota’s At-Large Representative in 2024. She prioritizes energy policy, rural infrastructure, and transparent government, drawing on her experience overseeing state utilities regulation. In Congress, Fedorchak has advocated for expanding North Dakota’s energy exports and co-sponsored bipartisan legislation to improve rural broadband access. She serves on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, where she promotes pragmatic solutions aligned with her state’s economic strengths. Fedorchak is known for her direct approach and commitment to ensuring North Dakotans’ voices shape federal decisions.
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2025–PresentRepresented North Dakota (at-large district) for 1 term.
Member, North Dakota Public Service Commission
2012–2025Appointed in December 2012 to fill a vacancy and subsequently elected statewide in 2014, 2016, and 2022.
Chair, North Dakota Public Service Commission
Elected by fellow commissioners to serve a two-year term as chair shortly after winning her first full term on the commission.
Communications Director to Governor Ed Schafer
Served as communications director in the office of North Dakota Governor Ed Schafer.
Columnist, Bismarck Tribune
Worked as a columnist for the Bismarck Tribune following her service in the governor’s office.
Policy Focus
Energy30%
Public Lands and Natural Resources20%
Science, Technology, Communications10%
Taxation10%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Julie Fedorchak's record in Congress.
Pipeline Safety Advocacy
Championed enhanced pipeline safety regulations and transparency as a member of the North Dakota Public Service Commission.
Grid Reliability Initiatives
Led efforts to improve electric grid reliability and modernization in North Dakota's energy infrastructure.
Consumer Protection
Advanced consumer protection measures for utility ratepayers, ensuring fair rates and transparent billing practices.
Broadband Expansion
Supported initiatives to expand broadband access in rural North Dakota through regulatory actions and grant programs.
Committee Assignments
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