Category: COVID-19
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March 17, 2020 - OPINION: History will remember our reaction to coronavirus, so let’s be there for each other
By Governor Brad Little I’ve been talking to many Idahoans about the 2019 novel coronavirus. Everyone has an opinion, and most people are doing their best to stay healthy and prevent others from getting sick. The situation with coronavirus is changing hourly, and history will remember our reaction to it. I want history to remember […]
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March 16, 2020 - Governor, Legislature advance additional $1.3 million to ensure continuity of essential government services amid coronavirus concerns
Boise, Idaho – The Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee approved Governor Brad Little’s request today to allocate an additional $1.3 million to ensure essential government services continue as the state addresses the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). “We want to ensure that the state will be able to essential services while allowing our State of Idaho workforce as […]
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March 13, 2020 - Governor Little issues statement following first confirmed case of coronavirus in Idaho
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued the following statement today in response to the first confirmed case of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Idaho. The case was confirmed this afternoon, and more details are included in the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare news release below. Governor Little held a news conference with public […]
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March 13, 2020 - Governor signs proactive emergency declaration to further prevent coronavirus spread in Idaho
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued a proactive emergency declaration today to aid in the coronavirus response effort in Idaho. With coronavirus spread occurring in neighboring states, confirmed cases are expected in Idaho at some point. “With no confirmed cases in Idaho at this time, we are in the best position to be proactive […]
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March 6, 2020 - Governor Little and Idaho Legislature advance $2 million in state funds for coronavirus response
Boise, Idaho – The Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee approved Governor Brad Little’s request today to transfer $2 million to the Governor’s Emergency Fund to help in Idaho’s response to the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). “While the individual risk for coronavirus in Idaho is still low, the situation is rapidly evolving and we do expect confirmed cases […]
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March 4, 2020 - Governor’s message on Coronavirus: Idaho is prepared, do your part to prevent spread
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the creation of a new team to assist in Idaho’s preparation for the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Governor Little and public health officials in Idaho have been monitoring and preparing for the coronavirus situation since January when the first case in the United States was confirmed. The […]