Press Releases

Darrien and Hosanna are very deserving of this award for the initiative they showed in seeing a need in their community and working to fulfill it. Their service is an example of the difference individuals can make.

These students are our state's best and brightest and they did a great job representing Idaho. I encouraged them to continue their excellence in the math and science fields. We need capable individuals in these areas to meet the technological challenges of the future.

This legislation is a strong statement in persuading Iran that the U.S. and the world will not simply stand by as it continues to develop nuclear capabilities.

In its first 100 days the administration already spent $1.2 trillion we did not have and this adds trillions more. Approving this resolution puts us on a dangerous path of uncontrolled spending that will ultimately saddle our children and grandchildren with an incredible debt.

“I opposed the nomination of Kathleen Sebelius as head of the Department of Health and Human Services for several reasons."

If evidence is found that shows individuals or institutions were criminally negligent and caused or prolonged the near downfall of our system, they need to be held responsible for their actions. Restitution and time in prison is a good start for those that are identified and convicted.

“The Idaho State Board of Education has made a great hire in Dr. Duane Nellis. His experience in research and administration at land-grant schools will serve the university and its students well. I wish him every success as he leads the University of Idaho forward. “I also want to commend Interim President and fellow alumnus […]

Dear Tea Party Participants, It is great to see Americans exercising their constitutional rights. As your elected representative, I want to let you know what I have been doing to promote a fiscally-responsible government. In the three months since I took office there has been an unprecedented increase in government spending with the release of […]

Boise – Idaho’s Congressional Delegation will hold remote office hours next week in an outreach effort to serve constituents across north-central Idaho. Staff members from the offices of Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch and Congressman Walt Minnick will meet with Idahoans in Genesee, Troy, Deary, Potlatch, Juliaetta, Kendrick, Bovill and Elk River over two […]

It is great to see firsthand the progress being made in Iraq. After walking the streets and talking with General Odierno and Idaho soldiers serving here, I am confident we are moving in the right direction. The success we have had is clearly visible and progress is being made. I am optimistic that our troops will be able to soon return home if this progress continues.