WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored the Waiving Arbitrary and Inconsistent Veteran Home Requirements (WAIVER) Act. This bill would require the United States Veterans Administration (VA) to issue waivers for veterans’ health and housing facilities that were approved prior to the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA).
“It’s important for the VA to follow… Read more »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $1,852,000 for the Butte County Buildings Infrastructure Project in Butte County, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill.
Despite claims that CPF projects are… Read more »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion $4,000,000 for the Stanley Workforce Housing Economic Development Initiative in Stanley, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Bill.
Despite claims that CPF projects are "wasteful… Read more »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $1,000,000 for the Rock Creek Conservation Project in Twin Falls, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill.
Despite claims that CPF projects are "wasteful… Read more »
WASHINGTON—Last week, the United States House of Representatives passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of this legislation. This package includes the Agriculture, Rural Development Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. This bill preserves funding for America’s farmers, ranchers, and rural… Read more »
WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson applauded the passage of H.R. 3843 – 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… Read more »
WASHINGTON—This week, the United States House of Representatives passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of this legislation and secured critical funding for the Idaho National Laboratory (INL). This bipartisan package of six annual spending bills will adhere to the Fiscal Responsibility Act discretionary spending limits and… Read more »
WASHINGTON—This week, the United States House of Representatives passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of this legislation. This package includes the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. This act fully funds veterans’ health care programs and benefits, supports national security, and… Read more »
WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson released the following statement in response to President Biden’s 2024 State of the Union address.
"It is no surprise that President Biden's address tonight felt out of touch with everyday Americans," said Rep. Simpson. "President Biden touted 'results' and so-called wins that are far from most Americans' current reality. Under this… Read more »
WASHINGTON— Today, the United States House of Representatives passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson – Chairman of the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee – released the following statement after the package passed the House. This bipartisan package of six annual spending bills will adhere to the Fiscal Responsibility… Read more »
