Press Releases

  • May 31, 2019 - Governor Little seeks applicants for State Board of Education

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little is accepting applications for two openings on the State Board of Education. Don Soltman and Richard Westerberg’s terms are set to expire at the end of June. “I want to thank Don and Richard for their unwavering service and dedication to Idaho’s students. They both leave a legacy and a strong foundation to continue…

  • May 23, 2019 - Governor Little launches effort to improve Idaho’s broadband infrastructure statewide

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little signed his latest executive order today, establishing the Idaho Broadband Task Force to improve connectivity and broadband infrastructure across Idaho. “In a data-driven society, connectivity is imperative for a vital economy,” Governor Little said. “Improved broadband infrastructure ensures both urban and rural Idaho will be connected and well-positioned to attract business and enhance our…

  • May 21, 2019 - Governor Little proposes to cut and simplify one-third of all rule chapters, invites public comment

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little is accepting public comment through June 11 on the administrative rules identified for elimination or simplification after the Idaho Legislature’s decision not to reauthorize Idaho’s Administrative Code during the 2019 legislative session. The Idaho Administrative Code has the full force of law. At the beginning of the year, it included 736 chapters and 8,278…

  • May 16, 2019 - Governor Little appoints two to Sugar City Council

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little has appointed Connie Fogle and Sidney Purser to the Sugar City Council. Fogle currently works as a real estate broker. Purser is a former Rigby City Councilmember and Jefferson County Commissioner. Three of four city council members recently resigned. Governor Little appointed two of the vacancies to establish a quorum of the council. The…

  • May 16, 2019 - Governor Little’s statement on indictment of prison gang “Aryan Knights”

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Justice announced today its indictment of ten members of an Idaho prison gang called the “Aryan Knights.” “The indictment of this prison gang is a welcome step for Idaho citizens as well as our correctional officers and prisoners. The indictment signals the weakening of a…

  • May 15, 2019 - Governor Little names members of “Our Kids, Idaho’s Future” Task Force for public education

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced the members of his new “Our Kids, Idaho’s Future” Task Force today, establishing the group that will formulate a five-year blueprint for improvement of and investment in Idaho’s K-12 public education system. The task force members include teachers, school administrators, education stakeholders, business leaders, and a bipartisan group of legislators from every corner…

  • May 10, 2019 - LINE Commission meets in May

    BOISE, Idaho – The Leadership in Nuclear Energy (LINE) Commission will meet May 16 in Idaho Falls. The commission makes recommendations to the Governor on policies and actions of the State of Idaho to support and enhance the long-term viability and mission of the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) and other nuclear industries in Idaho. “There is an incredible opportunity for…

  • May 10, 2019 - Governor Little makes appointments to PERSI, Seventh Judicial District Court

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today appointments to Idaho’s Public Employee Retirement System (PERSI) Retirement Board and the Seventh Judicial District Court. Darin DeAngeli will serve on the Retirement Board for PERSI. DeAngeli has worked as an attorney and certified public accountant for more than 25 years. DeAngeli received his Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration degrees…

  • May 3, 2019 - Governor Little issues first pardons of administration

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little has issued two pardons in accordance with the unanimous recommendation of the Idaho Commission of Pardons and Parole. Each of the individuals pardoned paid their debt to society, did not commit any subsequent felonies or misdemeanors and made exemplary contributions to their communities through business, volunteerism, and community leadership after fulfilling their sentence. Fred…

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