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Rep. Simpson Blocks Lava Ridge Wind Project From Moving Forward in FY25 Interior and Environment Appropriations Bill

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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…

Chairman Simpson's FY25 Interior and Environment Appropriations Bill Advances in House Appropriations Committee

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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,…

Rep. Simpson Votes to Support Military Families, Servicemember Pay Raise in NDAA

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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…

Rep. Simpson Announces June and July Mobile Office Hours

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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…

Rep. Simpson Works to Ensure Idaho State Veterans Homes Voices Are Heard

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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…

Rep. Simpson Announces D.C. and District Staff New Hires, Legislative Staff Promotions

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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…

Rep. Simpson Votes to Keep America’s Promise to Veterans by Fully Funding Veterans Health Care and Benefits

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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…

Rep. Simpson Votes to Fully Fund Veterans Health Care and Benefits

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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…

Rep. Simpson Supports House Passage of Pro-Law Enforcement Legislation

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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…

Rep. Simpson Demands Biden Admin Reverse Course on Israel Aid

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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…