Press Releases

  • March 13, 2020 - Governor signs proactive emergency declaration to further prevent coronavirus spread in Idaho

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued a proactive emergency declaration today to aid in the coronavirus response effort in Idaho. With coronavirus spread occurring in neighboring states, confirmed cases are expected in Idaho at some point. “With no confirmed cases in Idaho at this time, we are in the best position to be proactive and get ahead of the…

  • March 6, 2020 - Governor Little and Idaho Legislature advance $2 million in state funds for coronavirus response

    Boise, Idaho – The Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee approved Governor Brad Little’s request today to transfer $2 million to the Governor’s Emergency Fund to help in Idaho’s response to the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). “While the individual risk for coronavirus in Idaho is still low, the situation is rapidly evolving and we do expect confirmed cases in Idaho at some point,”…

  • March 4, 2020 - Governor’s message on Coronavirus: Idaho is prepared, do your part to prevent spread

    Boise, Idaho - Governor Brad Little announced today the creation of a new team to assist in Idaho’s preparation for the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Governor Little and public health officials in Idaho have been monitoring and preparing for the coronavirus situation since January when the first case in the United States was confirmed. The Governor’s new Coronavirus Working Group…

  • February 20, 2020 - Cascade 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 Cascade on February 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at American Legion Hall, located at 105 E. Mill St. Officials joining Governor Little include: Idaho Department of Labor Director Jani Revier Idaho Department of Agriculture Director Celia Gould Idaho Department of Fish and…

  • February 19, 2020 - Executive, judicial, legislative branches unite efforts to improve behavioral health care for Idahoans

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little, all five Idaho Supreme Court Justices, and legislators gathered today to sign documents establishing and supporting the Idaho Behavioral Health Council, a new three-branch approach to improve care for Idahoans with mental health and substance use disorders. A significant amount of time, money, and resources is spent responding to the needs of Idahoans with…

  • February 19, 2020 - Bill Roden receives Idaho Medal of Achievement

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little awarded the Idaho Medal of Achievement posthumously to legislator and lobbyist Bill Roden. The award was presented to Roden’s family in a private ceremony in the Governor’s Office today. The Idaho Medal of Achievement recognizes Idaho citizens who have demonstrated exceptional, meritorious and inspirational service to the people of Idaho. It is the highest…

  • February 19, 2020 - OPINION: We support students when we support teachers

    When we talk about supporting teachers, we’re really talking about supporting students. The education a person receives during childhood has a meaningful impact on the kind of life they will lead. And an effective teacher is the primary contributor to student achievement in the classroom. The foundation for every child’s success starts in the home. But when a student steps…

  • February 11, 2020 - Governor Little appoints Keith Reynolds as new Department of Administration director

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced his appointment of Keith Reynolds to serve as director of the Idaho Department of Administration following the departure of Director Bryan Mooney, who left the post this week to work in the private sector. “I appreciate Bryan Mooney for stepping up to lead the Department of Administration and accomplishing so much in the…

  • February 6, 2020 - Governor Little appoints Javier Gabiola to 6th Judicial District

    BOISE, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the appointment of Javier Gabiola as District Judge to the Sixth Judicial District Court. “Gabiola’s extensive experience and knowledge of Idaho’s laws make him an ideal candidate to serve the Sixth Judicial District,” Governor Little said. Gabiola has been a member of the Idaho State Bar since 1996 and practiced law at…

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