Press Releases

  • October 17, 2019 - Governor, House Speaker respond to Judge Winmill’s sage-grouse ruling

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little and House Speaker Scott Bedke issued statements today in response to federal Judge B. Lynn Winmill’s ruling striking down Idaho’s Sage Grouse Plan Wednesday, in favor of litigious environmental groups. Governor Little: “I am obviously disappointed with the decision. With the stroke of a pen, the court undercut years of hard work on a…

  • October 15, 2019 - OPINION: Expanding research and innovation in eastern Idaho benefits the whole state

    By Governor Brad Little As our economy evolves and we position ourselves to remain competitive with 49 other states and countries across the globe, our ability to develop and attract a skilled, educated workforce becomes increasingly important. Idaho’s students and workforce must possess the skills to fill every level of need, from vocational graduates performing skilled labor to the PhDs…

  • October 11, 2019 - Governor Little appoints Sherry Maupin as Valley County Commissioner

    BOISE, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today his appointment of Sherry Maupin as Valley County Commissioner. “Sherry’s interest and expertise in issues important to Valley County make her an ideal fit for this important role,” Governor Little said.  “She possesses the leadership skills and knowledge expected of a county commissioner.” Maupin worked 27 years in banking with First Interstate…

  • October 10, 2019 - OPINION: The future of work in Idaho

    By Governor Brad Little Today’s students are tomorrow’s workforce, and they will have to adapt to change in their careers more than any other generation before them. In a word, they will have to be agile. Technological advances and the anticipated automation of more jobs down the road mean families, schools, and colleges must push students toward a lifetime of…

  • October 9, 2019 - Governor Little proposes elimination of 10 regulatory programs in occupational licensing

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced the proposed elimination of 10 outdated regulatory programs in the state’s occupational licensing rules, as part of the implementation of one of his executive orders. “I am deeply committed to reducing regulations and cleaning up outdated laws that only serve to confuse and burden Idaho citizens and businesses,” Governor Brad Little said. “This…

  • October 7, 2019 - Governor Little appoints James Cawthon to Fourth Judicial District

    BOISE, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the appointment of James S. Cawthon, Jr., as District Judge to the Fourth Judicial District Court. “Judge Cawthon’s extensive experience as a magistrate and with specialty courts makes him extremely qualified for this position,” Governor Little said. “The Fourth Judicial District will be well-served by his continued tenure in Idaho’s judicial system.”…

  • October 3, 2019 - Governor Little announces members of Shared Stewardship Advisory Committee

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today the members of a broad-based group he created to advise the implementation of Shared Stewardship in Idaho, an initiative that aims to reduce wildfire risk, improve forest health, and support jobs through additional, coordinated active land management projects. “The protection of our rural communities and the health of our forests are critical…

  • September 26, 2019 - Governor Little appoints Shawn Keough to Idaho State Board of Education

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little has appointed Shawn Keough to the Idaho State Board of Education. “Improving education in Idaho is my highest priority and a key factor in ensuring Idaho’s children and grandchildren have the best opportunities to stay in Idaho and for the ones who have left to choose to return,” Governor Little said. “Shawn displays the…

  • September 23, 2019 - Governor’s diplomatic mission to Europe opens doors to new international economic ties

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little and First Lady Teresa Little concluded a six-day diplomatic mission Friday to strengthen Idaho’s ties with the Basque Country, the Netherlands, and Ireland. “A strong economy in Idaho depends on positive relationships between our state and international companies that do business here or are looking to expand in Idaho,” Governor Little said. “Our visit…

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