Press Releases

  • November 14, 2019 - New program simplifies path for experienced professionals to become certified teachers

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced the College of Southern Idaho (CSI) in Twin Falls will provide a new non-traditional route to educator preparation in Idaho. The Workforce Development Council under the Office of the Governor approved an industry sector grant for $1,114,424 to support CSI in providing an accelerated pathway for emergency hires as well as paraprofessionals and…

  • November 1, 2019 - Census committee to meet November 13

    Boise, Idaho – The State Complete Count Committee formed by Governor Brad Little earlier this year to assist federal partners in completing the 2020 Census Count will meet November 13 in Boise. The meeting will be held 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. MST in the House Majority Caucus Room, located on the fourth floor of the Idaho Capitol. Information about…

  • October 29, 2019 - State of Idaho to assist California wildfire efforts

    BOISE, Idaho – Governor Brad Little approved an Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) agreement with California to assist with recovery efforts following wildfires. “Idaho has an amazing depth of emergency management professionals that are willing to step up and help our fellow Americans during their times of need,” Governor Little said. “Their skills and expertise will be an asset as…

  • October 18, 2019 - Governor Little departs for his first official trade mission to Taiwan and Hong Kong

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little departs tonight for Taiwan and Hong Kong on his first official trade mission as Idaho’s 33rd Governor. First Lady Teresa Little, Idaho Department of Commerce Director Tom Kealey, and Idaho State Department of Agriculture Director Celia Gould will join the Governor on the nine-day trade mission. Taiwan is Idaho’s second largest export destination, and…

  • 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…

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