Press Releases
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October 5, 2020 - Majority of Idaho property taxpayers will benefit from Gov. Little’s Public Safety Initiative
Boise, Idaho – Forty-two cities and counties will participate in Governor Brad Little's $125 million plan that uses federal coronavirus relief funds to cover local public safety personnel salaries and gives cities and counties the opportunity to pass on the savings to property taxpayers. Last week was the deadline for cities and counties to formally opt in to the Public…
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October 2, 2020 - Higher education benefits from major financial support during pandemic
Boise, Idaho – The Governor’s Coronavirus Financial Advisory Committee (CFAC) voted today to direct another $6 million in federal relief funds to higher education in Idaho, bringing the total financial support from federal COVID funds for the public institutions this year to $54.4 million. “Idaho’s institutions of higher education play a huge role in our state’s economic prosperity, and it…
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October 1, 2020 - COVID-19 vaccine distribution planning underway in Idaho
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little and public health officials today outlined the steps Idaho is taking to work with the federal government on distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine. “The availability of a safe, effective COVID-19 vaccine is one of the biggest hurdles in getting our lives closer to normal. We’re proud that the United States is taking a leadership…
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September 30, 2020 - Next Steps Idaho connects students and adults to careers
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little is calling on Idahoans of all ages to explore easy-to-find training and college and career opportunities on the recently upgraded web site NextSteps.Idaho.Gov, which now includes not only information for high school students but also adult workers looking for new training or a career change. “Our investments in resources that help Idaho students and…
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September 23, 2020 - Gov. Little’s statement on firefighter death in Idaho
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued the following statement today: “Tragically, a firefighter died when the single engine air tanker he was flying crashed during initial attack operations on the Schill Fire near Emmett Tuesday. Our hearts are heavy. The death of a firefighter is felt deeply and emotionally in the firefighting community. Pray for comfort for the pilot's…
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September 23, 2020 - OPINION: Together, Idaho and President Trump are taking action to support small business
By Governor Brad Little It’s National Small Business Week, a fitting time to reflect on the ways President Donald Trump and the State of Idaho are supporting small business – the backbone of our economy. We’ve been working with President Trump and his administration to put people over paperwork by reducing the volume and cost of regulation. President Trump created…
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September 21, 2020 - Governor Little appoints Jeff McCray as Idaho Tax Commission Chairman
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the appointment of Jeff McCray as chairman of the Idaho State Tax Commission. “Jeff’s history of success and experience with Idaho business, operations, and community make him uniquely qualified to fill this important role,” Governor Little said. “I have no doubt he will continue to ensure the highest standards of fairness and…
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September 21, 2020 - Risch, Little Recognize Idaho Resilience during National Small Business Week
WASHINGTON – During a year that’s been unlike any other, U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Idaho Governor Brad Little hailed the kick-off of National Small Business Week and the strength and tenacity of Idaho’s small business owners. This year’s National Small Business Week, which will be hosted online by the U.S. Small Business Administration, seeks to celebrate the small…
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September 18, 2020 - Idaho leads in economic rebound, Gov. Little highlights steps taken to strengthen economy
Boise, Idaho – As Idaho surges ahead in national rankings for economic prosperity, Governor Brad Little highlighted today the ways Idaho is accelerating a strong economic rebound amid the global pandemic. “Idahoans have faced much hardship this year, but we have been working hard to ease the challenges and restore the prosperity Idaho had before the global pandemic,” Governor Little…
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September 11, 2020 - Financial support for K-12 education grows 10.5-percent during pandemic
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today Idaho public schools and families will receive even more financial support, making Idaho one of the only states in the country to significantly increase funding for K-12 education during the global pandemic. “Idaho was just recognized for leading all 50 states in our economic momentum. That’s the reason we’re able to make…