Press Releases

  • May 1, 2019 - Governor Little selects Tom Harris to lead Tax Commission

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little appointed Tom Harris of Eagle to serve as the new chairman of the Idaho State Tax Commission. Harris retired in 2018 as president of Western States Equipment after 45 years with the company. He led the 850-employee multi-state company in its support and distribution of Caterpillar and related products. Harris will lead three other…

  • May 1, 2019 - Governor renews Idaho Medal of Achievement executive order, calls for nominations by August 5

    NOTE: Deadline was extended to October 31, 2019 Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued Executive Order 2019-04 today, renewing the Idaho Medal of Achievement, Idaho’s highest civilian honor. Governor Little also called on Idahoans to submit nominations for recipients of the Idaho Medal of Achievement by August 5, 2019. “The Idaho Medal of Achievement recognizes the most noteworthy citizens…

  • April 26, 2019 - State of Idaho moves to intervene in sage grouse lawsuit

    State’s action defends its collaborative plan to save the bird from extinction and preserve multiple use of public lands in Idaho Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little, the State of Idaho, and Idaho Legislature moved to intervene in a federal lawsuit Thursday to defend the federal Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) recently-adopted sage grouse plan amendments. The BLM plan amendments…

  • April 25, 2019 - Governor Little’s executive order seeks to improve regional government services across Idaho

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little signed his latest Executive Order into law today, creating a working group chaired by Lt. Governor Janice McGeachin to identify where Idaho can gain efficiencies and improve customer service at state agency regional offices across the state. “It’s important for citizens across Idaho to access state government services close to home,” Governor Little said.…

  • April 24, 2019 - Governor makes appointments to Park and Recreation Board, Endowment Fund Investment Board

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today some of the newest board appointments in his administration. Brian Beckley of Meridian will serve as the District 3 representative on the Idaho Park and Recreation Board. Beckley is the Chief Operations Officer at Biomark, Inc., a company that supplies electronic identification technology to fish, wildlife, and other natural resource conservation entities.…

  • April 23, 2019 - Governor Little outlines process to keep administrative rules in effect

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little began laying out his plan today to ensure existing administrative rules remain in effect following the Idaho Legislature’s decision not to reauthorize the rules during the 2019 legislative session. “The efficient operation of state government is a priority of mine, and the people of Idaho expect it,” Governor Little said. “I have directed my…

  • April 22, 2019 - Idaho and Oregon sign Hells Canyon Complex agreement

    Boise, Idaho – The States of Idaho and Oregon signed a settlement agreement last week for the Hells Canyon Complex, representing a monumental step toward Idaho Power’s reauthorization to operate three Snake River dams. The agreement represents the culmination of decades-long negotiations between Idaho, Oregon, and Idaho Power. The parties have been working since 2005 to resolve disagreements on water…

  • April 19, 2019 - OPINION: Idaho’s forests need us as much as we need them

    By the State Board of Land Commissioners With 40 percent of Idaho covered in trees, the management of our forests affects us all. All Idahoans benefit from the clean water, abundant wildlife habitat, recreation, and wood and paper products that healthy forests provide, along with many positive economic impacts. Arbor Day is April 26, a time to celebrate the benefits…

  • April 15, 2019 - Emmett to host Governor Little’s first ‘Capital for a Day’ event

    Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little’s hometown of Emmett will host his first “Capital for a Day” event since becoming Idaho’s 33rd Governor. The event will be held April 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Emmett City Hall, located at 501 E. Main Street. Governor Little will be joined by First Lady Teresa Little. “I am proud…

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