Press Releases

  • March 18, 2020 - American Red Cross blood donations needed

    Boise, Idaho – The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage as many blood drives have been cancelled across the country due to coronavirus concerns. Governor Brad Little is calling on Idahoans to make appointments to donate blood as soon as they can. “As a long-time blood donor and supporter of the American Red Cross, I urge healthy…

  • March 18, 2020 - Idaho wants to hear from small businesses impacted by coronavirus

    Businesses impacted may be eligible for SBA Disaster Economic Injury Loan Assistance Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced the State of Idaho is seeking responses from small, non-farm businesses across Idaho whose operations and ability to conduct business have been disrupted by the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The information received will determine whether impacted businesses will be eligible for…

  • March 18, 2020 - Idaho adopts latest federal guidance to prevent coronavirus spread

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today that Idaho is adopting the latest guidance from the White House and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to slow the spread of coronavirus. Idaho is currently reporting nine confirmed cases of coronavirus. Counties with confirmed cases include Ada, Blaine, Madison and Teton. Public health officials said there is no…

  • March 17, 2020 - OPINION: History will remember our reaction to coronavirus, so let’s be there for each other

    By Governor Brad Little I’ve been talking to many Idahoans about the 2019 novel coronavirus. Everyone has an opinion, and most people are doing their best to stay healthy and prevent others from getting sick. The situation with coronavirus is changing hourly, and history will remember our reaction to it. I want history to remember that Idahoans were there for…

  • March 13, 2020 - Governor Little issues statement following first confirmed case of coronavirus in Idaho

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued the following statement today in response to the first confirmed case of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Idaho. The case was confirmed this afternoon, and more details are included in the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare news release below. Governor Little held a news conference with public health officials at 5 p.m.…

  • 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…

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