Press Releases

  • December 17, 2025 - Trump administration official Kristin Sleeper joins Gov. Little’s staff as Policy Director

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today he hired Kristin Sleeper to serve as his new Policy Director starting Jan. 5, 2026. Sleeper is serving as the Deputy Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) under USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins. “The addition of Kristin Sleeper as my Policy Director marks a strong…

  • December 17, 2025 - Idaho businesses see another $11 million in tax savings

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the unemployment insurance tax rate will decrease 7.5% percent in 2026. “Idaho businesses continue to thrive from our state’s economic strength and business-friendly environment. We lead the nation in wage growth and are a top ten state for tax competitiveness. Idaho’s economic momentum is leading the way for a strong future for…

  • December 4, 2025 - Idaho Energy and Mineral Summit spotlights Idaho’s role in national energy future

    Boise, Idaho — The Governor’s Office of Energy and Mineral Resources (OEMR) hosted the first ever Idaho Energy and Mineral Summit today, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and community stakeholders to explore Idaho’s growing leadership in energy innovation and mineral development. “At a moment of rapid transformation across the global energy landscape, Idaho is singularly well-positioned to lead with clarity and purpose.…

  • December 3, 2025 - Gov. Little appoints Don Hall to fill District 25 House seat vacancy

    Boise, ID – Governor Brad Little announced today his appointment of Don Hall to the District 25 House Seat A vacated by Lance Clow. Hall currently serves as Chairman of the Twin Falls County Commission and is the former Mayor of Twin Falls. Hall is an active member of his community, volunteering his time with multiple boards including the St.…

  • November 24, 2025 - Idaho Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting takes place Dec. 3

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little and First Lady Teresa Little invite all Idahoans to celebrate the holiday season at the Idaho Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting on Wednesday, December 3. The free celebration will begin at 5:30 p.m. and includes entertainment and remarks from the Governor and First Lady before the official tree lighting at approximately 6:30 p.m. Holiday music…

  • November 21, 2025 - Gov. Little to answer policy questions during Monday tele-townhall

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Little will answer policy questions from Idahoans during an hourlong AARP Telephone Town Hall on Monday, Nov. 24 starting at 10:30 a.m. Mountain Time. Participants can join and ask questions by dialing toll-free 866-767-0637 or watching live on Facebook on the AARP Facebook page. Questions may be submitted ahead of time via email at aarpid@aarp.org.

  • November 6, 2025 - Idaho submits application for up to $1 billion to support rural health care

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) submitted the state’s application for The Rural Health Transformation Program Tuesday, adding Idaho to the list of states seeking up to $200 million annually for five years to radically transform healthcare in rural areas. The Governor’s Executive Order 2025-08, the “Making Rural Idaho Healthy…

  • November 4, 2025 - New report shows LAUNCH aligns with Trump’s Talent Strategy for America

    Boise, Idaho – The Office of the Governor released a new report today outlining how Idaho LAUNCH is meeting the five pillars of President Donald Trump’s Talent Strategy for America. The new report is available at this link: https://gov.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/launch-report-trump-americas-talent-strategy_.pdf President Trump’s administration recently expressed support for LAUNCH, Idaho’s innovative new program to support the American worker. “The Trump administration’s recognition…

  • October 30, 2025 - Idaho pursues $1 billion in new funding for rural healthcare access

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued Executive Order 2025-08, the “Making Rural Idaho Healthy Again Act,” creating a collaborative new task force to advise on the state’s application for the Rural Health Transformation Program which was created by President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill. The executive order is available at this link: https://gov.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/eo-2025-08.pdf The State of Idaho is…

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