Press Releases
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September 13, 2024 - Idaho top 10 in nation for family income growth, worker earning growth
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little commented today on the news that Idaho ranked fourth in the nation for median family income growth from 2022 to 2023 and seventh in the nation for worker earning growth. Idaho moved up in the rankings for median household income levels as well. "The news that Idaho worker and family earning growth is outpacing…
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September 3, 2024 - Gov. Little commends water users for meeting first deadline for updated plan
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little is thanking Idaho water users for meeting the first critical deadline for an updated Groundwater Management Plan as outlined in his “Protecting Idaho Water Sovereignty Act” executive order. The group was formed in August of 2023 and has met regularly for the last year to help gather information to help establish a Groundwater Management…
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August 28, 2024 - Riley Gaines joins Gov. Little as he signs new executive order defending women’s sports
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little hosted competitive swimmer and Independent Women’s Voice Ambassador Riley Gaines for a press conference today announcing his new executive order, the Defending Women’s Sports Act. Governor Little was the first governor in the country to sign a bill defending women’s sports, and the executive order he signed today continues Idaho’s fight against the Biden-Harris…
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August 27, 2024 - Gov. Little commits another $10 million for Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer projects
Rigby, Idaho – Signaling his continued support for farmers, Governor Brad Little joined groundwater users and surface water users in eastern Idaho today and announced Idaho will put another $10 million to improve the long-term health of the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer (ESPA). “My top priority has always been and will continue to be maintaining a strong ag economy in…
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August 27, 2024 - Gov. Little to host Riley Gaines for special announcement Wednesday in Boise
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little will host competitive swimmer and Independent Women’s Voice Ambassador Riley Gaines for a special announcement to further protect women’s sports on Wednesday in Boise. WHO: Governor Little, state leaders, and women’s sports advocate Riley Gaines WHAT: Press conference to announce new steps Idaho is taking to defend women’s sports WHERE: Capitol steps, 700 W.…
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August 26, 2024 - Priest River to host ‘Capital for a Day’ on Aug. 29
Boise, Idaho - Governor Brad Little’s next “Capital for a Day” event will be held in Priest River on Thursday, Aug. 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Priest River Event Center located at 5399 US-2 in Priest River. Officials joining Governor Little include: Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield Idaho State Department of Agriculture Director Chanel Tewalt…
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August 23, 2024 - New report outlines 10 priorities to reduce impacts of wildfire
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little and state leaders rolled out a new report today that recommends the 10 priorities to reduce the impacts of wildfire in 2024 and 2025. “We must maintain a coordinated, strategic approach to improving wildfire prevention and response in our great state if we are going to protect lives and property from the destruction of…
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August 22, 2024 - Andrew Arulanandam to serve as new director of Idaho Lottery and Idaho State Liquor Division
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today his appointment of Andrew Arulanandam to serve as the new director of the Idaho Lottery and the Idaho State Liquor Division following the retirement of longtime director Jeff Anderson in July. “I am excited Andrew Arulanandam is bringing his talent and leadership back to Idaho to serve in my administration. His extensive…
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August 21, 2024 - Gov. Little announces staff changes
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the promotion of Joan Varsek to the position of Press Secretary and the selection of Mark Kubinski for the position of Associate General Counsel in the Office of the Governor. Varsek has been a member of Governor Little’s staff since 2019. She has served as Governor Little’s Scheduler and will transition to…
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August 16, 2024 - Year two of award-winning fentanyl awareness campaign wraps up
Boise, Idaho – Members of the Idaho Behavioral Health Council heard an update today on the success of Idaho’s award-winning fentanyl awareness campaign, Fentanyl Takes All. Idaho wrapped up the second year of the campaign, noting that research results reflect a more informed and engaged public since the campaign launched in 2022. Since the campaign started in 2022: The vast…