Fargo Standard

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak has recently used her social media platform to address regulatory and legislative issues impacting the U.S. economy and workers, with a particular focus on North Dakota.

On July 30, 2025, Fedorchak criticized the Environmental Protection Agency’s use of the Endangerment Finding in shaping economic policy. She stated, "This is HUGE! For years, unelected bureaucrats at the EPA have used the Endangerment Finding to reshape our economy—without a single vote in Congress. It’s impacted job creation and affected the cost of nearly everything American families buy from automobiles to electricity." The Endangerment Finding is a determination by the EPA that greenhouse gases threaten public health and welfare, which has served as a legal basis for various regulations affecting industries across the country.

In another post on July 30, 2025, Fedorchak expressed appreciation for efforts to reassess this regulatory framework: "Thank you @epaleezeldin for systematically reviewing this regulatory framework that underpins all of our nation’s vital industries."

Later that day, she highlighted recent legislative developments aimed at benefiting workers in North Dakota. Fedorchak wrote, "An estimated 30% of all employees in North Dakota will benefit from the One Big Beautiful Bill’s No Tax on Overtime provision. Another reason I was proud to join my @HouseGOP colleagues in delivering on this important promise @POTUS made to the American people." This statement refers to new legislation designed to exempt overtime pay from taxation for many workers in North Dakota.

The EPA's Endangerment Finding has been central to federal climate policy since its adoption in 2009 and has enabled regulations targeting emissions from vehicles and power plants. Congressional debates about its scope and implementation have persisted over several administrations.

The "No Tax on Overtime" provision mentioned by Fedorchak aligns with ongoing national discussions about tax relief for working Americans. Proposals like these aim to increase take-home pay for employees who work overtime hours.