Press Releases
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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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January 3, 2025 - Idahoans invited to watch Gov. Little’s 2025 State of the State and Budget Address
Boise, Idaho – Governor Little invites Idahoans to watch his upcoming 2025 State of the State and Budget Address. MONDAY, Jan. 6, 2025 Governor Little will give his 2025 State of the State and Budget Address in the Idaho House Chambers, located at 700 W. Jefferson St. in Boise, at 1 p.m. Mountain Time. Members of the public and media…
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December 30, 2024 - Half-staff Flag Directive: Passing of President Jimmy Carter
In accordance with U.S. flag code, Governor Brad Little has ordered U.S. flags and State of Idaho flags to be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in honor of President Jimmy Carter who passed away Dec. 29, 2024. Governor Little's statement on the life and legacy of President Carter: "President Carter will be remembered as…
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December 26, 2024 - Gov. Little appoints Reed Cotten to Fifth Judicial District
Boise, ID – Governor Brad Little announced today his appointment of Reed Cotten as District Judge to the Fifth Judicial District. Cotten is trial attorney with over 10 years of experience practicing complex civil and criminal litigation. He is a partner with the Rupert law firm Robinson & Cotten, where he has practiced for his entire law career. Cotten attended Idaho State University during…
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December 16, 2024 - Idaho leads nation in income growth rate
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little commented today on the news that Idaho ranked first in the nation for median household income growth at 15.5 percent. Idaho’s median household income also increased doubled the nation’s rate uptick of $5,144 and higher than the other 49 states and District of Columbia. "The news that Idaho median income growth is outpacing every…