Press Releases

  • April 16, 2020 - “Recreate Responsibly Idaho” campaign aims to make outdoor recreation safe from coronavirus spread

    Boise, Idaho – Outdoor recreation remains a great way for Idahoans to take care of their physical, mental, and emotional health during the coronavirus situation, but Governor Brad Little and natural resource managers urge everyone to protect their health and the welfare of others while hiking, biking, fishing or doing other activities. Recreate Responsibly Idaho is new campaign that offers…

  • April 15, 2020 - Governor Little charts path to prosperity, extends statewide stay-home order to April 30 with exceptions

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today that he is extending the statewide stay-home order to April 30, with exceptions for operations of formerly “non-essential” businesses, facilities, and services and new restrictions related to nonresident travel into the state. “Idaho will be better positioned for a strong economic comeback because we are making difficult changes in how we live…

  • April 14, 2020 - Idaho lenders now processing Paycheck Protection Program applications from small businesses

    Boise, Idaho – Idaho lenders, in partnership with the Small Business Administration (SBA), are now accepting Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) applications. “Idahoans employed by small businesses need to be able to readily step back into the workforce, and the Paycheck Protection Program helps ensure that can happen,” Governor Little said. “The statewide stay-home order is working to slow the spread…

  • April 14, 2020 - Governor Little visits medical supplies stockpile, updates Idaho on PPE levels

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little visited the staging area in Boise this morning where Idaho is accepting and distributing hundreds of thousands of medical supplies provided by private donors, the federal government, and other sources. “Right now, Idaho has enough personal protective equipment for our healthcare workers’ needs, and we are continuing to secure more medical supplies to further…

  • April 10, 2020 - OPINION: Easter is a time to focus on faith, family, and fellowship

    By Governor Brad Little For Christians in Idaho and throughout the world, Easter Sunday culminates a Holy Week when we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. People of faith naturally call upon God during times of distress, including now as we are experiencing a worldwide pandemic caused by COVID-19. Coronavirus has certainly changed our world temporarily – the way we…

  • April 7, 2020 - Governor Little appoints Patrick Malloy as Ada County Commissioner

    BOISE, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today his appointment of Patrick Malloy as Ada County Commissioner. “Patrick’s dedication to the people and prosperity of Ada County makes him an excellent candidate to fill this role,” Governor Little said. Malloy serves as the first vice chair of the Ada County Republicans. Malloy will hold the seat until a newly elected…

  • March 30, 2020 - Idaho’s primary election to remain on May 19, will be conducted by mail

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little and Secretary of State Lawerence Denney announced today there will be no change in Idaho’s primary election date of May 19. The election will be conducted by mail pursuant to the existing laws for absentee voting due to concerns about the spread of coronavirus. The move is necessary after it became clear that sufficient…

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