Category: Natural Resources
-
April 16, 2020 - “Recreate Responsibly Idaho” campaign aims to make outdoor recreation safe from coronavirus spread
Boise, Idaho – Outdoor recreation remains a great way for Idahoans to take care of their physical, mental, and emotional health during the coronavirus situation, but Governor Brad Little and natural resource managers urge everyone to protect their health and the welfare of others while hiking, biking, fishing or doing other activities. Recreate Responsibly Idaho […]
-
January 27, 2020 - Governor Little seeks applicants for Fish and Game Commission
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little is accepting applications for the Clearwater Region representative on the Idaho Fish and Game Commission following the resignation of Commissioner Bradley Melton Friday. Idaho law requires no more than four commissioners on the seven-member commission to be affiliated with any one political party. Governor Little accepted Melton’s offer of […]
-
January 9, 2020 - Governor Little’s statement on President Trump’s planned NEPA revisions
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued the following statement today regarding President Donald Trump’s announcement this morning that he is seeking improvements to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). “I am a strong advocate of healthy lands and waters, and I support President Trump’s plans to update the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The […]
-
November 21, 2019 - Governor Little sets date for first meeting of his Shared Stewardship Advisory Committee
Boise, Idaho – The first meeting of Governor Brad Little’s Shared Stewardship Advisory Committee is set for December 3 in Coeur d’Alene. The meeting will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. PDT at the Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) office located at 3284 Industrial Loop in Coeur d’Alene. Governor Little will provide introductory remarks […]
-
October 29, 2019 - State of Idaho to assist California wildfire efforts
BOISE, Idaho – Governor Brad Little approved an Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) agreement with California to assist with recovery efforts following wildfires. “Idaho has an amazing depth of emergency management professionals that are willing to step up and help our fellow Americans during their times of need,” Governor Little said. “Their skills and expertise […]
-
October 17, 2019 - Governor, House Speaker respond to Judge Winmill’s sage-grouse ruling
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little and House Speaker Scott Bedke issued statements today in response to federal Judge B. Lynn Winmill’s ruling striking down Idaho’s Sage Grouse Plan Wednesday, in favor of litigious environmental groups. Governor Little: “I am obviously disappointed with the decision. With the stroke of a pen, the court undercut years […]
-
October 3, 2019 - Governor Little announces members of Shared Stewardship Advisory Committee
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the members of a broad-based group he created to advise the implementation of Shared Stewardship in Idaho, an initiative that aims to reduce wildfire risk, improve forest health, and support jobs through additional, coordinated active land management projects. “The protection of our rural communities and the health […]
-
September 5, 2019 - Governor Little makes appointments to Idaho Fish and Game Commission
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little has appointed two members to the Idaho Fish and Game Commission. Derick Atterbury has been reappointed to the Idaho Fish and Game Commission representing the Upper Snake Region. Atterbury is an irrigation company operations manager residing in Idaho Falls. He studied environmental sciences at Idaho State University and University […]
-
July 1, 2019 - Idaho identifies “Shared Stewardship” project areas to reduce wildfire risk, create jobs, improve forest health
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced the identification of two largescale project areas in Idaho where federal, state, and private land management activities will align to reduce wildfire risk to communities, create and sustain jobs, and improve the health of Idaho’s forests and watersheds. Governor Little set a deadline of July 1 for the […]
-
June 12, 2019 - Governor announces recipients of the 2019 Idaho Awards for Leadership in Energy Efficiency
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced the recipients of the 2019 Idaho Awards for Leadership in Energy Efficiency. The awards acknowledge Idaho companies that exhibit leadership in their communities by implementing energy efficiency measures at their local facilities and buildings. “Improving energy efficiency and reducing energy consumption are the foundation of a secure future […]