WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson released an op-ed regarding his support for Idaho agriculture. Supporting Idaho Agriculture By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is available below. Whether you realize it or not, every one of us depends on American agriculture every day. Farmers and ranchers across Idaho feed and clothe our nation and help meet the needs of countless people worldwide. Idaho is home to nearly 25,000 farms and ranches, producing more than 185 commodities. As a representative of one of the most productive agricultural districts in the nation, I am proud to fight f... Read More »
WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson released an op-ed regarding the crisis at the southern border. An Undeniable Crisis at the Southern Border By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is available below. The Biden administration’s open-border policies have fueled crime, undermined public safety, and overwhelmed our federal, state, and local law enforcement officers. Looking at Fiscal Year 2023 alone, more than 2.3 million migrants illegally entered our country, and illicit fentanyl smuggled into the United States through the southern border killed more than 112,000 Americans. These re... Read More »
WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson released an op-ed regarding his 2024 outlook. Starting 2024 on the Right Foot By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is available below. The beginning of a new year provides an opportunity to reflect on the previous year, build on accomplishments, and set goals for what’s to come. In Congress - and for myself - the same mentality applies. In 2023, House Republicans delivered on our commonsense, conservative agenda. We promised to pass legislation that creates a strong economy, a safe nation, a future built on freedom, and an accountable government... Read More »
WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson released an op-ed regarding the importance of Veterans Day in the United States. Standing with Our Veterans By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is available below. Veterans Day is when we should all pause and honor the men and women who fought to protect our freedoms and way of life. We’re reminded on this day that veterans deserve our gratitude and support all year long. Standing with our veterans means going beyond lip-service to provide real, tangible solutions to the challenges they face. Our veterans served our nation in our time of need, ... Read More »
WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed highlighting his concerns with the Lava Ridge Wind Turbine Project proposal. Congressman Simpson has been a strong vocal opponent of the Lava Ridge Wind Project and has advocated for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to listen to Idahoans’ concerns. The Lava Ridge Wind Project Proposal is Out-of-Touch with Idahoans By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is available below. The proposal to build a 400-turbine wind-generating facility in the Magic Valley has been met with almost unanimous opposition from local residents—I have yet t... Read More »
WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed in response to the Idaho Republican Party’s recent statement on the U.S. House of Representatives Speaker of the House vote. I’m Not Over the “Moon” for a Speaker Jordan - Idaho Deserves Better By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is available below. The nation has watched as the failed efforts to replace former Speaker McCarthy resulted in a House full of chaos. This dysfunction stems from the selfish actions the eight so-called Republicans initiated when they voted to vacate our Republican Speaker of the House. Their actions par... Read More »
WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed signaling the potential consequences of an upcoming government shutdown. Government Shutdowns are Bad Policy and Politics By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is available below. It’s no surprise that I am extremely frustrated by the possibility that Congress will fail to pass this year’s appropriations bills before the fiscal year ends on September 30th, leading to a potential government shutdown. What exasperates me even more is the fact that some Members of Congress seem to think that a shutdown is actually a good idea, as if r... Read More »
WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed highlighting the importance of Community Project Funding and its role in providing critical support for Idaho’s Second Congressional District. One such priority is constructing a new fire station for the Shelley-Firth Fire District in Firth, Idaho. Fighting for Firth’s Firefighters By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is available below. As we work to address the very real problem of irresponsible government spending, it can be easy to throw the baby out with the bathwater and mischaracterize all federal spending as wasteful and i... Read More »
WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed highlighting the importance of Community Project Funding and its role in providing critical support for Idaho’s Second Congressional District. One such priority is reconstructing Eagle Road to meet growing economic development needs and increase safety for the people in Fort Hall, Idaho. Reconstructing Eagle Road in Fort Hall is Essential By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is available below. I think we can all agree that a safe and efficient transportation system is the backbone of a community. But this kind of infrastructure i... Read More »
WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed highlighting the importance of Community Project Funding and its role in providing critical support for Idaho’s Second Congressional District. One such priority is providing workforce housing and infrastructure improvements for the Peregrine Fund's World Center for Birds of Prey in Boise, Idaho. Investing in the Future of Birds of Prey By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is available below. Working in Congress in the current political climate is challenging, but one of the most rewarding parts of this job is watching Idaho succes... Read More »
