WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson released an op-ed in response to the dismissal of the classified documents case against former President Trump. The Lawfare Campaign Against President Trump Continues to Fall Apart By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is available below From facing multiple legal challenges to then attempting to take President Trump’s name off the ballot, it is crys... Read More »

WASHINGTON— This week, the House Committee on Appropriations voted to advance the Fiscal Year 2025 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson–Chairman of the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee–authored language that blocks the final Environmental Impact Statement for the Lava Ridge Wind Project. “Last month’s final Environ... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Today, the House Committee on Appropriations voted to advance the Fiscal Year 2025 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson–Chairman of the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee– released the following statement after the Committee approved the bill. “The Fiscal Year 2025 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencie... Read More »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson released an op-ed regarding his support for America’s servicemembers and veterans. Congressman Simpson recently voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2025 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill and the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025.... Read More »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of H.R. 8070 – the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025. The FY25 NDAA fully funds America’s national defense, improves servicemember quality of life, enhances military readiness, and takes important steps to address the security threats America faces from advers... Read More »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson announced his upcoming mobile office hours in June and July 2024 in Glenns Ferry, Arco, Montpelier, Island Park, Dubois, Malad, Gooding, Driggs, Victor, Mountain Home, American Falls, Salmon, Challis, and Hailey, Idaho. More information on the locations and times of the events is listed below. June 12th, 2024 Glenns Ferry City Hall 110 E 2nd Ave, G... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson announced he secured a provision in the Fiscal Year 2025 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill Report directing the Secretary of the United States Veterans Administration (VA) to consult with affected stakeholders and veterans impacted by the State Veterans Home Construction Grant Program (SHCGP) projects approve... Read More »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson announced the hiring of four new staff members and recent promotions in his D.C. and District offices. Penny Stehlik has joined the Simpson office as Senior Legislative Assistant. She previously worked as a Military Legislative Assistant for Congressman John Carter, Chairman of the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Committee... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Today, the United States House of Representatives passed the Fiscal Year 2025 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson–Chairman of the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee–voted in favor of this legislation. This bill fully funds veterans’ health care programs and benefits, supports military f... Read More »

WASHINGTON— This week, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson and Idaho National Laboratory (INL) Director Dr. John Wagner released an op-ed celebrating the INL's 75th anniversary. Celebrating 75 Years of Science and Innovation at INL By Rep. Mike Simpson and Dr. John Wagner, Idaho National Laboratory Director The full op-ed is available below. Throughout 2024, the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) will cel... Read More »

WASHINGTON—This week, the House Committee on Appropriations voted to advance the Fiscal Year 2025 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson–Chairman of the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee–supported this advancement. This bill fully funds veterans’ health care programs and benefits, supports military ... Read More »

WASHINGTON— This National Police Week, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of several critical pieces of pro-law enforcement legislation that highlight support for America’s brave men and women in blue. “National Police Week is a time to honor the brave men and women who put their lives on the line every day,” said Rep. Simpson. “Law enforcement officers in Idaho and nationwide protect a... Read More »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of the Israel Security Assistance Support Act. This legislation curbs President Biden’s misguided efforts to withhold critical security resources appropriated in United States law by compelling the delivery of defense weapons to Israel as they fight to protect themselves against radical terrorists. “President Biden’s dangerous decisi... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored the bipartisan Not Just a Number Act, legislation to require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to take a more comprehensive look at the factors that best prevent veteran suicide. “Behind every veteran suicide lies a heartbreaking story, a silent struggle, and an irreplaceable loss,” said Rep. Simpson. “Through expanding suicide prevention... Read More »

WASHINGTON— This week, the United States House of Representatives passed the Western Economic Security Today (WEST) Act. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson—a cosponsor of the WEST Act—voted in favor of this legislation. This bill withdraws the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) recently finalized “Public Lands Rule” and would prevent future issuance of a substantially similar rule. The BLM’s rule is a ... Read More »