Press Releases

  • March 4, 2023 - Gov. Little orders lowering of flags to honor former Idaho Gov. Phil Batt

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little ordered the immediate lowering of U.S. and State of Idaho flags to honor former Governor Phil Batt, who passed away peacefully at his home today, on his 96th birthday. “Governor Phil Batt was the epitome of a public servant, having served as Governor, Lt. Governor, and Senator. His legacy is distinguished by his unrelenting…

  • February 28, 2023 - Idaho leaders announce Parent Advisory Council for Empowering Parents grant program

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little joined legislators and Idaho education leaders today in announcing the establishment of the new Parent Advisory Council for the popular Empowering Parents grant program and encouraged Idaho parents to apply for a spot on the council. “Recognizing the parents’ role as the primary decision makers in their children’s education, we created the Empowering Parents…

  • February 23, 2023 - OPINION: Defending state sovereignty over land, water, wildlife is in Idaho’s DNA

    Office of Governor Brad Little Office of Lieutenant Governor Scott Bedke Office of U.S. Senator Mike Crapo Office of U.S. Senator Jim Risch Office of Congressman Mike Simpson Office of Congressman Russ Fulcher OPINION   In Idaho, fighting the feds is in our DNA. We’re proud of a long history of protecting our state’s sovereignty over our land, water, and…

  • February 16, 2023 - Governors: “President Biden owes the American people answers”

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little and 16 other Republican Governors released the following joint statement today in response to President Biden’s handling of foreign objects in American airspace. “The violation of American airspace by multiple foreign objects is unprecedented and threatens our national sovereignty along with the security of our states. As governors, we have sworn an oath to…

  • February 15, 2023 - Gov. Little to visit with high schoolers about proposed Launch workforce training program

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little will visit with high school students in Kuna, Twin Falls, and Rigby Thursday to reinforce the benefits of the proposed Launch workforce training program. The program would make available $8,500 to qualifying Idaho high school seniors starting in 2024 to help pay for enrollment in an Idaho-based education or training program geared toward careers…

  • February 13, 2023 - Bruneau to host Governor Little’s ‘Capital for a Day’ event

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little’s next “Capital for a Day” event will be held in Bruneau on February 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the American Legion Post #83, located at 32536 Belle. Officials joining Governor Little include: Idaho Commission on Hispanic Affairs Community Resource Development Specialist J.J. Saldaña Idaho Department of Commerce Business Retention & Expansion…

  • February 8, 2023 - Gov. Little, Republican Governors praise Gov. Sanders’ solutions-based message to nation

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little and Republican governors released the following joint statement following President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address Tuesday:  “Tonight, Governor Sanders showed that while Washington is filled with chaos and crisis, Republican Governors are delivering on promises made to our constituents.  Americans look to our states for a better form of government – one…

  • February 2, 2023 - Gov. Little notifies Biden Administration of Idaho’s intent to sue on grizzly delisting

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little notified the Biden Administration today of his intention to sue the federal government for its failure to uphold the law and make a required finding on the State of Idaho’s petition to remove grizzly bears from the endangered species list. “Idaho’s entire congressional delegation and I are lockstep in our demand for answers from…

  • January 31, 2023 - Wall Street Journal highlights Idaho’s historic tax cuts

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little commented today on The Wall Street Journal editorial board’s piece highlighting Idaho’s historic tax cuts. “The Idaho Legislature and I have worked together to achieve historic tax cuts for Idaho businesses and families, and we’re not done yet. We’ve turned back more tax relief per capita than any other state, with more property tax…

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