Press Releases

  • January 28, 2025 - Gov. Little applauds Trump’s appointment of Tom Schultz to key federal position

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little commented today on President Donald Trump’s appointment of another Idahoan, Tom Schultz, to a key position in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Schultz will serve as Chief of Staff for Natural Resources and Environment at the USDA, according to a USDA news release. Schultz’s appointment comes on the heels of the news that…

  • January 24, 2025 - Gov. Little signs SPEED Act to further streamline state permitting

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little signed Executive Order 2025-02 today, the Strategic Permitting, Efficiency, and Economic Development (SPEED) Act aimed at better coordinating state permitting on big projects that promote energy independence, support national security, and drive our economy. “Idaho leads the nation in streamlining regulations and promoting good government, but there is always more we can do to…

  • January 20, 2025 - Gov. Little’s statement on swearing in of President Donald Trump

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little is in the nation’s capital today celebrating the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump. “An air of true excitement and hope has overcome our great nation on this historic day. President Trump referenced 'a revolution of common sense' and a new era of fighting for the people who have…

  • January 17, 2025 - “Not California:” Gov. Little updates Idahoans on protections against wildfire

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little held a press conference today to update Idahoans on the many ways Idaho is working to ensure our state does not experience tragic wildfire events like the ones raging in southern California this month.   “The devastating southern California fires are heartbreaking, and we continue to pray for the many families impacted. However, the…

  • January 16, 2025 - Gov. Little applauds President Trump’s appointment of Michael Boren as USDA Under Secretary

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little applauded President Donald Trump’s appointment of Michael Boren to serve as United States Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment at the Department of Agriculture. “Mike is a visionary, proven leader. This appointment is a win for all western states, especially Idaho. As a resident of Idaho’s Sawtooth Valley, Mike understands rural America. He…

  • January 14, 2025 - Half-staff Flag Directive: Gov. Little orders flags raised for Inauguration Day

    Boise, Idaho - Governor Brad Little has ordered U.S. flags and State of Idaho flags to be raised to full staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday, Jan. 20, to recognize the Inauguration of President Donald Trump. The flags will be lowered to half staff again at sunset on Jan. 20, until sunset on Jan. 28, in honor of President Jimmy Carter.…

  • January 10, 2025 - Gov. Little and Republican Governors: We Stand with President Trump and DOGE

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little joined the nation’s Republican governors in sending a joint letter today to Congressional leadership expressing their support for President Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Initiative, as well as emphasizing the importance of balancing the federal budget. "In my 2024 State of the State and Budget address, I announced I signed on as a…

  • January 8, 2025 - Gov. Little comments on Biden administration’s refusal to return grizzlies to state management

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little commented today on the Biden administration’s refusal to remove grizzly bears from the endangered species list as requested by western states. “Despite a mandate by the American people in November and with fewer than two weeks left in office, the Biden Administration continues to think they know Idaho issues better than Idahoans. By not…

  • January 6, 2025 - Governor Little’s KEEPING PROMISES plan keeps Idaho’s success going strong

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little delivered his seventh State of the State and Budget Adress in the Idaho Statehouse today, outlining his key priorities for the 2025 legislative session in his KEEPING PROMISES plan. “The historic presidential election two months ago affirmed one thing – Americans want for our country what Idaho has – safe communities, bustling economic activity,…

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