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Rep. Simpson Supports President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill

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WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson issued the following statement regarding his vote of support for H.R.1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a legislative vehicle for advancing President Trump’s full policy agenda. “The One Big Beautiful Bill is the America-First policy agenda that Idahoans and Americans nationwide voted for in November,” said Rep.…

Rep. Simpson Advances Funding for Bingham Groundwater District

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WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $700,000 in funding for the Bingham County Aquifer Data and Sustainability Project in Blackfoot, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2026 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration Appropriations Bill.  “During this pivotal time…

Rep. Simpson Advances Funding for Boys & Girls Clubs of Magic Valley Expansion Project

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WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $2,865,039 in funding for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Magic Valley-Jerome Expansion Project in Jerome, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2026 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration Appropriations Bill.  “For over 30…

Rep. Simpson Cosponsors Bill to Protect Small Business Owners’ Privacy

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WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored H.R. 425 – the Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act. This legislation repeals the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and relieves American small business owners from the burdensome Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements, heavy fines, and criminal penalties. This legislation is sponsored by Rep. Warren…

Rep. Simpson Advances Funding for CAFE

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WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $3,000,000 in funding for the Idaho Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment (CAFE) Project in Rupert, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2026 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration Appropriations Bill.  “Throughout…

Rep. Simpson Votes to Boost National Security and Border Protections

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WASHINGTON—The House Committee on Appropriations voted to advance the Fiscal Year 2026 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson supported this advancement. This bill invests in border security and public safety and supports the Trump administration’s policy initiatives. “Under President Trump’s leadership, we have the most secure border in American history,”…

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 2026 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 champions America’s veterans by fully funding veterans’ health care…

Rep. Simpson Advances Funding for Buhl Fire Station

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WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $3,375,000 in funding for the Buhl Rural Fire Protection District Station Project in Buhl, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2026 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration Appropriations Bill.  “The Buhl Rural Fire Protection…

Rep. Simpson Cosponsors Resolution to Designate June as National Dairy Month

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WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored a resolution to designate June as National Dairy Month. This resolution is sponsored by Rep. Claudia Tenney (R-NY). “With Idaho being the third-largest dairy-producing state, the dairy industry plays a significant role in our economy. Designating June as National Dairy Month recognizes the substantial economic impact and honors…

Rep. Simpson Cosponsors Bill to Protect Women's Sports at Service Academies

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WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored H.R. 3917 – the Protection of Women in Sports at Military Academies Act. This legislation would prohibit the participation of males in athletic programs or activities at the military service academies that are designated for women or girls. This legislation is sponsored by Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-SD). “An overwhelming majority of…