Fedorchak, Julie

Julie Fedorchak represents North Dakota's at-large congressional district in the House of Representatives, making her the first woman elected to this position from the state. She began her current term in 2025 after serving on the North Dakota Public Service Commission from 2012 to 2025, where she was appointed by Governor Jack Dalrymple. Her background in utility regulation and public service positions her as an experienced voice on infrastructure and energy matters.

Fedorchak serves on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, with specific assignments to the Communications and Technology, Energy, and Environment subcommittees. These positions align with her legislative priorities, which emphasize rural development, water resources, and grid modernization. Her committee work reflects North Dakota's economic interests in agriculture, energy production, and rural healthcare.

Since entering Congress, Fedorchak has sponsored legislation addressing state-specific concerns, including the North Dakota Trust Lands Completion Act of 2026, the Dakota Water Resources Act Amendments of 2026, and the State Offices of Rural Health Program Reauthorization Act of 2026. She has also supported broader energy infrastructure initiatives, including the High-Capacity Grid Act. Her legislative agenda demonstrates a focus on rural health access, water management, and modernizing the nation's electrical grid to support both traditional and emerging energy sources.