Category: Budget
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January 3, 2025 - Idahoans invited to watch Gov. Little’s 2025 State of the State and Budget Address
Boise, Idaho – Governor Little invites Idahoans to watch his upcoming 2025 State of the State and Budget Address. MONDAY, Jan. 6, 2025 Governor Little will give his 2025 State of the State and Budget Address in the Idaho House Chambers, located at 700 W. Jefferson St. in Boise, at 1 p.m. Mountain Time. Members […]
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December 30, 2024 - Half-staff Flag Directive: Passing of President Jimmy Carter
In accordance with U.S. flag code, Governor Brad Little has ordered U.S. flags and State of Idaho flags to be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in honor of President Jimmy Carter who passed away Dec. 29, 2024. Governor Little’s statement on the life and legacy of President Carter: “President […]
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June 14, 2024 - Fitch affirms Idaho’s AAA credit rating for fourth year in a row
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little commented on the announcement today from Fitch Ratings, one of the three big credit rating agencies in the country, that it affirmed Idaho’s AAA credit rating, the highest level a state can receive. Only a handful of states achieve the AAA credit rating annually. “Thanks to our diligent and […]
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May 7, 2024 - Gov. Little announces staff, cabinet changes
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced major changes in his senior staff and cabinet today. Governor Little appointed his budget chief, Alex Adams, to be the director of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW). With the transition, Governor Little selected Lori Wolff to serve as administrator of the Division of Financial Management […]
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April 10, 2024 - Gov. Little applauds historic investments in schools, workforce training during 2024 legislative session
Boise, Idaho – The Idaho Legislature adjourned “sine die” today, and Governor Brad Little thanked his legislative partners from across the political spectrum for their support of 99% of his IDAHO WORKS plan. Notably, the Legislature passed Governor Little’s school facilities and tax relief bill while fully funding LAUNCH to help graduating high school […]
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March 14, 2024 - ‘Idaho Works’ investments in agriculture, parks and recreation clear Legislature, head to Governor’s desk
Boise, ID – Governor Brad Little commented today on the passage of two initiatives in his “Idaho Works” plan by both chambers of the Idaho Legislature. Senate Bill 1372 includes $6.6 million to continue the state’s efforts to combat invasive quagga mussels in the Lower Snake River. The funding will support the Idaho State Department […]
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January 10, 2024 - VIDEO: Gov. Little’s State of the State and Budget Address
Boise, Idaho – For the first time, Governor Brad Little incorporated a video into his traditional State of the State and Budget Address Monday. In case you missed it, the Governor’s full speech, including the video segment, can be found online here: https://youtu.be/-ZGY6mmldSA?si=ZBtI-GEyG5GR668j Governor Little presented the most conservative budget recommendation since the Great Recession […]
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January 8, 2024 - Gov. Little outlines education, infrastructure, tax relief priorities in 2024 State of the State and Budget Address
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little delivered his 2024 State of the State and Budget Address today, outlining his IDAHO WORKS plan to keep Idaho strong. “When we look back at what we’ve done over the past six years, I can’t believe it was ever possible. We made decisions that positioned our state to propel […]
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September 7, 2023 - State of Idaho starts to deploy property tax relief with funds to local school districts
(Boise, Idaho) – Idahoans will see a lower property tax bill this fall as the State of Idaho picks up the tab for $300 million that would otherwise be covered by your property taxes. More than $106 million in state General Fund dollars started to roll out at the end of August to school districts […]
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April 18, 2023 - Gov. Little marks “100 Days of Achievement”
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little wrapped up the first 100 days of his second term as Idaho’s 33rd Governor last week, noting historic achievements in education, infrastructure investments, and tax relief. “Idaho’s success is no accident. When we improve schools, roads, water systems, internet access, outdoor opportunities, and public safety while delivering historic tax […]