Press Releases
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May 11, 2021 - “It’s time to get back to work” – Gov. Little ends Idaho’s participation in all federal pandemic unemployment compensation programs
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today Idaho will end its participation in three federal pandemic unemployment compensation programs to help employers get workers back on the job. “Employers are telling me one of the big reasons they cannot recruit and retain some workers is because those employees are receiving more on unemployment than they would while working. We…
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May 10, 2021 - Idaho achieves historic transportation investment without raising taxes or fees
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 362 into law today, his sustainable transportation funding solution that directs $80 million in ongoing funding, allowing the state to bond for up to $1.6 billion for transportation infrastructure projects statewide. It is the single largest state investment in transportation infrastructure in Idaho history. The solution was achieved without raising Idahoans’…
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May 4, 2021 - Gov. Little’s push for more broadband investment now law
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little recently signed Senate Bill 1199 into law, directing $45 million toward new investments in internet connectivity for underserved areas to improve commerce, economic growth, and education, on top of close to $50 million made available for broadband investments last year. The investment supports more remote healthcare access and improved educational and economic opportunities in…
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May 3, 2021 - OPINION: It’s more important than ever to tell teachers we value them
By Governor Brad Little It is Teacher Appreciation Week across the country, and while one week is hardly enough time to show our teachers how much we value them, it is a good opportunity to tell the teachers in your life that you notice all they do for our students and communities. Teachers get to work early so they are…
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April 30, 2021 - Gov. Little’s virtual trade mission to Mexico continues to strengthen Idaho economy
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little said today he is seeing early positive results from Idaho’s first virtual trade mission to Mexico last week. Mexico is Idaho’s fourth largest export destination, accounting for the purchase of $224.2 million in Idaho products in 2020. Export markets continue to be critical to Idaho businesses and the state’s economy. The virtual mission to…
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April 29, 2021 - Gov. Little comments on recommendation to expel Rep. Aaron von Ehlinger
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued the following statement today following the recommendation of the House Ethics and House Policy Committee that the full House of Representatives suspend Representative Aaron von Ehlinger for the remainder of his term. “I applaud Jane Doe and the other brave women for their courage in telling their stories and participating in this process…
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April 27, 2021 - Gov. Little signs ‘Fetal Heartbeat Bill’ into law, protecting the lives of the preborn
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 366 into law today, the bill commonly known as the “Fetal Heartbeat Bill.” “Idaho is a state that values the most innocent of all lives – the lives of babies. We should never relent in our efforts to protect the lives of the preborn. Hundreds and hundreds of babies lose their…
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April 22, 2021 - OPINION: After a challenging year, Idaho education needs our support
By Governor Brad Little The past 13 months have presented enormous challenges for students, parents, teachers, and school administrators. The sudden changes in work life, home life, and social life, along with new ways of learning and instructing, have firmly placed the COVID-19 pandemic as one of our most difficult life experiences. We don’t want the pandemic to set us…
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April 19, 2021 - Gov. Little appoints Mark Tschampl to lead Idaho Division of Veterans Services
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today he appointed Mark Tschampl as Chief Administrator at the Idaho Division of Veterans Services. “As a veteran himself, I have the utmost confidence Mark will serve and support those who have served our country,” Governor Little said. “His career experience in the military and leadership roles in numerous civilian positions will prove…
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April 16, 2021 - All four living former Idaho Governors support Gov. Little’s veto of emergency powers bills
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today he will veto House Bill 135 and Senate Bill 1136, the “emergency powers bills” that threaten the safety of Idahoans and the Idaho economy during future emergencies. Former Governors C.L. “Butch” Otter, Jim Risch, Dirk Kempthorne, and Phil Batt all provided statements of support for Governor Little’s vetoes. Governor Little will veto…