Press Releases

  • September 13, 2021 - Idaho leaders push Biden on Afghan refugee resettlement security protocols

    The Biden Administration acted through federal mandate and without consultation from the state in decision to resettle Afghan refugees in Idaho Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little and the entire Idaho congressional delegation told President Joe Biden in a letter Friday that Idaho expects the federal government to uphold the most stringent vetting standards in the resettlement of Afghan refugees…

  • September 13, 2021 - Gov. Little comments on President Biden’s visit to National Interagency Fire Center

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued the following statement after joining President Joe Biden at the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise today to discuss the impacts of wildfire in the West. “Two-thirds of Idaho is public land managed by the federal government, and it is imperative we keep lines of communication open with our federal partners – right…

  • September 10, 2021 - Gov. Little takes steps to expand pool of substitute teachers to support in-person learning

    Boise, Idaho – With school districts across Idaho reporting substitute teacher shortages, Governor Brad Little announced today new steps he is taking to expand the pool of substitute teachers so students can continue to learn in person. “My priority throughout the pandemic has been to ensure in-person instruction for our students and minimize disruptions to learning as much as possible.…

  • September 10, 2021 - Idaho exploring legal action against Biden’s COVID-19 plan

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued the following expanded statement today regarding President Joe Biden’s plan to fine private employers with 100 or more employees that do not mandate the COVID-19 vaccine or routine testing. “The State of Idaho is exploring legal action to stop President Biden’s unprecedented government overreach into the private sector with his new COVID-19 plan.…

  • September 9, 2021 - Ammon 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 Ammon on Thursday, September 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ammon City Hall, 2135 S Ammon Rd. Officials joining Governor Little include: Idaho Supreme Court Justice Colleen Zahn Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra Treasurer Julie Ellsworth Department of Labor Director Jani Revier Department of Health and Welfare Director Dave…

  • September 8, 2021 - OPINION: Remembering 9/11 and America’s response to tragedy

    By Governor Brad Little There are moments that define a generation. If you’re over the age of about 25, you remember exactly where you were and what you were doing during the unthinkable attacks on our country on September 11, 2001. When I heard that the second plane hit the Twin Towers, I was headed back to Emmett from the…

  • August 26, 2021 - Gov. Little launches COVID-19 antibody treatment centers, directs relief funds to increase hospital capacity

    Boise, Idaho – As Idaho hospitals continue to be overwhelmed with unvaccinated COVID-19 patients, limiting healthcare access for everyone, Governor Brad Little announced today he is taking additional steps to assist Idahoans and relieve the growing burden on our healthcare system. Three COVID-19 monoclonal antibody treatment facilities will be stood up in North Idaho, eastern Idaho, and the Treasure Valley.…

  • August 24, 2021 - Gov. Little, Attorney General Wasden announce intent to join national opioid settlements

    Settlements total $26 billion, including up to $119 million for Idaho (Boise, Idaho) - Attorney General Lawrence Wasden and Governor Brad Little have announced their intention to have Idaho join two national opioid settlements, totaling up to $26 billion. One settlement involves opioid distributors AmerisourceBergen, Cardinal Health, and McKesson. The other involves opioid manufacturer Johnson & Johnson. The settlements include…

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