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Category: Natural Resources

  • August 31, 2020 - Gov. Little appoints Jess Byrne as Department of Environmental Quality Director

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the appointment of Jess Byrne as director of the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality. “Jess is committed to the vision of ensuring Idaho’s environment enhances healthy living and supports thriving communities,” Governor Little said. “His years of experience as deputy director make him uniquely capable to serve […]

  • June 17, 2020 - Governor Little appoints Don Ebert to Fish and Game Commission

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the appointment of Don Ebert as the Clearwater Region representative on the Idaho Fish and Game Commission. “I am humbled and honored to be appointed to the Fish and Game Commission by Governor Little,” Ebert said. “I look forward to the opportunity to serve him and the […]

  • June 9, 2020 - Governor Little seeks applicants for Fish and Game Commission

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little is accepting applications for the Salmon Region representative on the Idaho Fish and Game Commission. Commissioner Jerry Meyers of North Fork currently holds the position. His term is set to expire June 30, 2020. Meyers will continue to serve on the Commission until the position is filled. “I want […]

  • 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 […]