Press Releases

  • July 13, 2021 - Idaho faces potential for worst fire season in years

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little joined state and federal fire managers during a press conference today at the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) in Boise to urge Idahoans to be safe and smart in the outdoors to minimize the risk of wildfire during what could be the worst fire season Idaho has faced in years. “Idaho has been fortunate…

  • July 13, 2021 - Governor Little appoints Kaitlin Maguire as Executive Director of STEM Action Center

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today his appointment of Kaitlin Maguire as executive director of the STEM Action Center. “I am happy to announce Kaitlin’s appointment as executive director,” Governor Little said. “Kaitlin has dedicated her life to the pursuit of curiosity in numerous scientific fields, a trait essential for this position. She will serve Idaho’s students and…

  • July 9, 2021 - Gov. Little mobilizes Idaho National Guard firefighters

    Boise, Idaho – Amid extreme drought, excessive heat, multiple fire starts, and dwindling firefighting resources regionwide, Governor Brad Little issued an emergency declaration for wildfire today and mobilized Idaho National Guard firefighters and aircraft to assist in the effort. “Wildfire is presenting an imminent threat to life, property, and the environment, and we need all hands on deck. I appreciate…

  • July 8, 2021 - Troy 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 Troy on July 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Troy Lion's Club: 415 S Main St. Officials joining Governor Little include: Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra Treasurer Julie Ellsworth Department of Labor Director Jani Revier Department of Environmental Quality Director…

  • July 7, 2021 - Gov. Little appoints Bill Gilbert to State Board of Education

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today his appointment of Bill Gilbert of Boise to the State Board of Education. “As the co-chair of my ‘Our Kids, Idaho’s Future’ task force, which led to more than $225 million in additional funds toward educator salaries by expanding the career ladder, Bill demonstrated his commitment to strengthening public education in Idaho,”…

  • July 1, 2021 - Gov. Little details his plan to help secure U.S.-Mexico border and protect Idahoans

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the details of his plan to send Idaho State Police (ISP) troopers to Arizona to help secure the United States-Mexico border and curb the flow of illegal drugs into Idaho due to failed Biden-Harris immigration policies. “The crisis at the Unites States-Mexico border and the alarming bump in illegal drug activity are…

  • June 29, 2021 - Gov. Little, 19 other governors oppose Biden’s efforts to pack the court

    Boise, Idaho - Governor Brad Little and 19 other governors issued a joint letter today to President Joe Biden opposing any efforts to pack the U.S. Supreme Court. The governors highlight how any attempt to increase the number of Justices on the court for partisan gain will manipulate the Court's decisions. The Supreme Court is essential to the preservation of…

  • June 28, 2021 - Gov. Little appoints Roker to Third Judicial District, O’Neill to Fourth Judicial District

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today he appointed Matthew Roker of Caldwell as District Judge in the Third Judicial District and Derrick O’Neill of Boise as District Judge in the Fourth Judicial District. “Both Matthew Roker and Derrick O’Neill have strong track records practicing law in Idaho and contributing to our communities, and I appreciate them for their…

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