WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored a congressional resolution designating September 20th through September 26th, 2026, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week. This congressional resolution is sponsored by Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA). “For generations, Gold Star Families have been selfless, strong, and have sacrificed so much for this country,” said Rep. Simpson. “The families of ou... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson supported the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act. This bill establishes new mandatory sanctions and economic restrictions targeting the Russian Federation and supports President Trump’s efforts to achieve peace in the Russia-Ukraine war. The legislation also extends the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 through 2031, which is currently set to expir... Read More »

WASHINGTON—This week, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson supported two bills to crack down on fraud in federal programs and protect taxpayer dollars. “Fraud in the United States has reached an unprecedented level,” said Rep. Simpson. “Not only has fraud risen, but most Americans do not trust federal, state, and local governments to prevent fraud and protect taxpayer dollars effectively. What’s been un... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson supported H.R. 9340 – the Ratepayer Protection Act. This bill ensures that companies building data centers pay for the electricity needed to power them, instead of hardworking American families. This legislation is sponsored by Rep. Gabe Evans (R-CO). “States like Idaho are looking at ways to regulate data centers and prevent them from raising energy costs... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored a congressional resolution commemorating the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001. The resolution honors the 2,977 innocent lives lost on that solemn day, as well as the first responders, members of the Armed Forces, passengers and crew of Flight 93, and countless others who demonstrated extraordinary courage and sa... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of H.R. 1501, the Protecting Domestic Mining Act, a bill that strengthens America’s mining and mineral processing capabilities by providing regulatory certainty for producers and permitting agencies. The Protecting Domestic Mining Act is sponsored by Rep. Jefferson Shreve (R-IN). “Reducing our dependence on foreign adversaries for critical m... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of H.Res. 1490, a congressional resolution condemning and denouncing socialism in all its forms. This resolution was introduced by Rep. Jeff Crank (R-CO). “Now more than ever, with newly nominated socialists around the country, common sense is at stake,” said Rep. Simpson. “The extreme ideas like replacing the President and the Supreme Court... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $5,000,000 in funding for the USDA-ARS University of Idaho Aberdeen Research and Extension Center Potato Breeding Facilities Project in Aberdeen, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the House-passed Fiscal Year 2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration Appropriations Bill. “P... Read More »

I’ve spent the last few years reading and laughing at the so-called hit pieces Marc Johnson writes about Idaho elected officials, including myself. The reason I find them comical is that they are rarely grounded in the facts. But my red line was watching Marc spread false and misleading information about Idaho National Laboratory being considered as a potential host for a Nuclear Lifecycle Innovat... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of H.R. 7008, the Stop Insider Trading Act, a bill that ensures lawmakers don’t use their positions to profit off insider information. This legislation would ban members of Congress, their spouses, and their dependent children from purchasing individual securities issued by publicly traded companies. The Stop Insider Trading Act is sp... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2027. The FY27 NDAA authorizes full funding for America’s national defense, improves servicemember quality of life, enhances military readiness, and supports the Trump Administration’s Peace through Strength agenda. “Our nation is at a critical time where there is a pressing de... Read More »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson issued the following statement regarding his vote of support for the House of Representatives’ Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Resolution. “Americans overwhelmingly support securing our elections, strengthening our nation’s defense, and supporting our farmers,” said Rep. Simpson. “The next step toward advancing these popular policies is through a filibuste... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson applauded the passage of H.R. 2001 – the reauthorization of the Action for Dental Health Act. Originally passed and signed into law in 2018, this bipartisan bill will continue support to organizations that provide oral health care to underserved populations, especially seniors and children living in rural communities, through Fiscal Year 2030. The Action f... Read More »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of H.R. 139, the Sunshine Protection Act, a bipartisan bill that would make Daylight Savings Time permanent year-round and end the twice-annual clock change. This legislation is sponsored by Rep. Vern Buchanan (R-FL). “Every Idahoan I’ve spoken to dreads the seasonal time change,” said Rep. Simpson. “Over the years, it has become inc... Read More »

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored H.R. 9535, the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at making key improvements to the accessibility and cost of agricultural labor through the H-2A visa program. This legislation is sponsored by the House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn Thompson. “Ask any farmer or rancher, especially in the dairy industry, and ... Read More »