Gov. Little’s “Enduring Idaho” plan clears Legislature

April 2, 2026 - Gov. Little’s “Enduring Idaho” plan clears Legislature

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued the following statement as the 2026 legislative session adjourned today. “For months, the Idaho Legislature and I worked closely to balance the budget and rightsize spending in line with taxpayers’ means. We stayed focused on what matters most to Idaho’s future — protecting public schools and investments in […]

January 19, 2026 - New data confirms Idaho LAUNCH is expanding opportunity, strengthening Idaho’s workforce

BOISE, Idaho — New research confirms that Idaho’s LAUNCH program is increasing post-high school education and training among Idaho students and keeping more graduates in-state to pursue education and careers, Governor Brad Little announced today. “Idaho LAUNCH is delivering exactly what we promised: more opportunity for Idaho students and a stronger workforce for our state. […]

January 12, 2026 - Gov. Little rolls out ENDURING IDAHO plan focused on fiscal responsibility, strong schools, long-term prosperity

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little unveiled his ENDURING IDAHO plan today – a balanced budget and forward-looking blueprint that protects public schools, strengthens Idaho’s financial position, and preserves the priorities most critical to the state’s long-term wellbeing. “Our ENDURING IDAHO plan reflects what responsible government looks like. We are planning ahead, living within our […]

November 4, 2025 - New report shows LAUNCH aligns with Trump’s Talent Strategy for America

Boise, Idaho – The Office of the Governor released a new report today outlining how Idaho LAUNCH is meeting the five pillars of President Donald Trump’s Talent Strategy for America. The new report is available at this link: https://gov.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/launch-report-trump-americas-talent-strategy_.pdf President Trump’s administration recently expressed support for LAUNCH, Idaho’s innovative new program to support the American […]

October 15, 2025 - Gov. Little leads Idaho diplomatic mission to the United Kingdom

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little returned from a diplomatic mission to the United Kingdom earlier this month, making Idaho the first state in the nation to send an official delegation following the Trump Administration’s recent state visit to the UK. The Idaho Department of Commerce, the Idaho State Department of Agriculture, and a small […]

August 6, 2025 - Gov. Little hosts U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer to discuss Idaho workforce programs, including LAUNCH

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little welcomed U.S. Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer to Idaho today to highlight the state’s workforce development successes, including Idaho LAUNCH. “The U.S. Labor Secretary’s recognition of Idaho LAUNCH is a defining moment. Idaho LAUNCH is all about promoting the American worker. We are so honored to welcome U.S. Secretary of Labor […]

July 11, 2025 - Idaho ends fiscal year with balanced budget, hundreds of millions of dollars on bottom line

Idaho’s economy improved year over year Boise, Idaho – The Division of Financial Management published updated revenue figures for the month of June today, showing the State of Idaho closed out its fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, with a balanced budget and about $345 million on the bottom line. “Idaho leaders have long championed […]

May 30, 2025 - Fitch affirms Idaho’s AAA credit rating for fifth year in a row

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little commented on the announcement Thursday 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 unrelenting […]

April 14, 2025 - Idaho makes largest investment in childcare in state history

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little celebrated the state’s largest investment in childcare ever outside of pandemic relief funds with his signature of Senate Bill 1206. “This bill is the latest in our efforts to support families and ensure they have quality, affordable childcare options. The high cost of childcare is one of the biggest […]

April 4, 2025 - Gov. Little applauds productive 2025 legislative session

Boise, Idaho – The Idaho Legislature adjourned “sine die” today, and Governor Brad Little thanked his legislative partners for working with him to advance his “KEEPING PROMISES” plan this session. The Idaho Legislature approved 95% of the Governor’s plan for education investments, tax relief, and infrastructure improvements. “America wants what Idaho has – safe communities, […]

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