Press Releases
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October 20, 2026 - Arco to host Governor Little’s ‘Capital for a Day’ event Thursday
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little’s next “Capital for a Day” event will be held in Arco on Thursday, Oct. 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lost Rivers Community and Senior Center, located at 555 S. Water St. in Arco. Officials joining Governor Little include: Idaho Lt. Governor Scott Bedke Idaho State Controller Brandon Woolf Idaho Secretary…
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October 9, 2026 - Idaho General Fund revenue exceeds forecast by $90 Million in first quarter
Strong income tax withholding growth signals continued economic strength Boise, Idaho — Governor Brad Little announced today Idaho’s economy continues to show signs of strength as General Fund revenue exceeded the state’s forecast by $90.3 million, or 6.8%, during the first quarter of fiscal year 2027, according to the September revenue report released today. “Idaho’s strong revenue growth is encouraging…
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October 9, 2026 - Gov. Little signs executive order to cut red tape for Idaho farmers and ranchers during harvest
Order suspends state dyed diesel inspections for 30 days while agencies review policies and recommend common-sense reforms Boise, Idaho — Governor Brad Little today signed an executive order temporarily suspending state inspections related to dyed diesel fuel, cutting red tape for Idaho farmers and ranchers during harvest season. The order directs the Idaho State Police and Idaho Transportation Department to…
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October 8, 2026 - Idaho jobs poised to grow more than four times faster than national average
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little commented today on the news from the Idaho Department of Labor that Idaho jobs are expected to outpace the national average through 2034. “Idaho continues to stand out as a place where people want to live, work, raise a family, and build a business. These projections are another strong sign that our economy is…
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October 8, 2026 - Idaho jobs poised to grow more than four times faster than national average
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little commented today on the news from the Idaho Department of Labor that Idaho jobs are expected to outpace the national average through 2034. “Idaho continues to stand out as a place where people want to live, work, raise a family, and build a business. These projections are another strong sign that our economy is…
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October 2, 2026 - Gov. Little comments on State of Idaho’s expanded partnership with feds to accelerate forest management across Idaho
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little commented today on the announcement from the Idaho Department of Lands and U.S. Forest Service that five new Good Neighbor Authority agreements were signed to further expand active forest management activities across the state. “Idaho is a national leader in active forest management, and these new agreements build on the success of our partnership…
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September 17, 2026 - Lava Hot Springs to host Governor Little’s next “Capital for a Day” event
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little’s next “Capital for a Day” event will be held in Lava Hot Springs on Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lava Senior Center and Community Center, located at 150 N Center St, Lava Hot Springs, ID 83246. Officials joining Governor Little include: Idaho Department of Agriculture Director Chanel Tewalt…
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September 10, 2026 - Half-staff Flag Directive: Patriot Day 2026
Governor Brad Little ordered U.S. flags and State of Idaho flags to be lowered to half-staff for the entire day on September 11, Patriot Day, in accordance with Public Law 107-89. "Twenty-five years after 9/11, we honor the heroes who ran toward danger, remember the innocent lives taken, and recognize the extraordinary unity and patriotism that emerged from that terrible…
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September 8, 2026 - Gov. Little appoints Mary Lynn Hartwell, Joel Beck to Idaho State Board of Education
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the appointment of Mary Lynn Hartwell of Idaho Falls and Joel Beck of American Falls to the State Board of Education. “Mary Lynn Hartwell and Joel Beck bring a wealth of experience, a deep commitment to public service, and a strong connection to Idaho’s communities and schools. Their professional backgrounds and firsthand…
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September 2, 2026 - Idaho continues to strengthen partnership with ICE to enforce nation’s immigration laws
BOISE, Idaho — Governor Brad Little and Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC) Director Bree Derrick announced today Idaho has entered into a 287(g) Warrant Service Officer agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), further expanding Idaho’s commitment to partnering with the federal government to enforce our nation’s immigration laws. The agreement, signed August 28, formalizes a process IDOC has…