Gov. Little says Idahoans must choose to keep others safe and protect Idaho’s strong economic trend

December 7, 2020 - Gov. Little says Idahoans must choose to keep others safe and protect Idaho’s strong economic trend

Boise, Idaho – November was the best month yet for state revenue figures in the new fiscal year, and Governor Brad Little said Idahoans must choose to do a better job to slow the spread of COVID-19 if we are going to continue our strong economic rebound during the pandemic. “Idaho’s economy is open and […]

September 30, 2020 - Next Steps Idaho connects students and adults to careers

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little is calling on Idahoans of all ages to explore easy-to-find training and college and career opportunities on the recently upgraded web site NextSteps.Idaho.Gov, which now includes not only information for high school students but also adult workers looking for new training or a career change. “Our investments in resources […]

September 23, 2020 - OPINION: Together, Idaho and President Trump are taking action to support small business

By Governor Brad Little It’s National Small Business Week, a fitting time to reflect on the ways President Donald Trump and the State of Idaho are supporting small business – the backbone of our economy. We’ve been working with President Trump and his administration to put people over paperwork by reducing the volume and cost […]

September 21, 2020 - Risch, Little Recognize Idaho Resilience during National Small Business Week

WASHINGTON – During a year that’s been unlike any other, U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Idaho Governor Brad Little hailed the kick-off of National Small Business Week and the strength and tenacity of Idaho’s small business owners. This year’s National Small Business Week, which will be hosted online by the U.S. Small Business Administration, […]

September 18, 2020 - Idaho leads in economic rebound, Gov. Little highlights steps taken to strengthen economy

Boise, Idaho – As Idaho surges ahead in national rankings for economic prosperity, Governor Brad Little highlighted today the ways Idaho is accelerating a strong economic rebound amid the global pandemic. “Idahoans have faced much hardship this year, but we have been working hard to ease the challenges and restore the prosperity Idaho had before […]

September 8, 2020 - Idaho ranks first among states for financial stability, August revenues come in millions ahead of forecast

Boise, Idaho – Idaho’s economic rebound continues to strengthen, with Idaho leading all 50 states for best financial shape, tax revenues beating the forecast by $37 million for the month of August and Idaho’s employment rate better than 47 other states. “We’re far better off in Idaho than elsewhere, thanks to our handling of the […]

September 3, 2020 - Gov. Little keeps taxes low for Idaho small businesses, ensures solvency of unemployment trust fund

Boise, Idaho – Idaho small businesses and employers will not see huge tax increases next year after Governor Brad Little approved a $200 million transfer today to keep the Idaho Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund solvent. “Our move to put even more dollars toward supporting Idaho businesses helps keep jobs and continues our strong economic rebound,” […]

September 1, 2020 - Idaho to begin payments for Trump’s Lost Wages program this week

Boise, Idaho – The State of Idaho will begin making payments this week for the Trump Administration’s new conservative plan to offer extended unemployment benefits in order to continue Idaho’s economic rebound. “Idaho is third among states for lowest unemployment rates, thanks to the investments and creativity of Idaho’s businesses in safely reopening,” Governor Little […]

August 17, 2020 - Idaho to continue economic rebound by participating in President Trump’s new lost wages program

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the State of Idaho will participate in the Trump Administration’s new conservative plan to offer extended unemployment benefits in order to continue our economic rebound. “Idaho still has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country, thanks to the investments and creativity of Idaho’s businesses in […]

July 31, 2020 - Idaho supports thousands of businesses and citizens during pandemic

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little reported today on the success of several programs that have supported Idaho businesses and citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic. Idaho Rebound Cash Grants for small businesses – More than $75 million was distributed to more than 8,700 Idaho small businesses in cash payments of up to $10,000. The Idaho […]

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