Russ Fulcher: “I respectfully disagree with those who are saying throw money in now and do structural reforms later.”

The bipartisan CLEAN Act will address these barriers and unlock opportunities to explore and develop this renewable energy source.

The reason for the lack of support has been because about 85% of the +/- $1.5 trillion in spending has been ear-marked for the SNAP (food-stamps) program.

However, the lack of consistent geothermal lease sales and the slow federal permitting process result in timelines longer than many other energy projects.

I look forward to an engaging discussion about the issues that matter most to the people of Idaho.