Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson today urged House negotiators on the tax extenders legislation to include a four-year reauthorization of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act in any final bill. Idaho Senators Mike Crapo and Larry Craig have secured inclusion of the reauthorization in the Senate version of the bill. Simpson’s letter stressed the importance of… Read more »

Idaho Senator Larry Craig and Congressman Mike Simpson announced today that the House and Senate have agreed to an additional $3 million for the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Idaho. The money for the Games is included in H.R. 2638, the Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2009.  “The Special Olympics World Winter Games are a… Read more »

Earlier this year, as our once-booming economy began to slow down and families began to face the challenges of high energy costs and the possibility of foreclosure, layoffs, and diminished investments, Congress responded quickly by passing a $150 billion economic stimulus bill that put $600 into the pockets of most Americans. While we all like a quick infusion of cash in our bank… Read more »

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson announces new hire and staff changes within his Washington, D.C. staff. Simpson hired Nathan Greene to be his new Legislative Assistant. Greene is from Bainbridge Island, WA and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Principia College in Elsah, IL. Greene previously worked for then Congressman C.L. "Butch" Otter, and Senator Larry… Read more »

The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 6842, which brings the Second Amendment rights for the citizens of Washington, D.C. in-line with the recent Supreme Court decision District of Columbia v. Heller. Idaho Congressman Simpson supported this legislation and it passed the House with a vote of 266-152. This legislation was necessary because the District of Columbia city… Read more »

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson joined 189 colleagues in voting against H.R. 6899, the only energy bill that Speaker Pelosi has allowed to come to the House Floor for debate. Instead of doing everything we can to address the energy crisis, Speaker Pelosi’s bill refuses to offer real solutions to the energy crisis and actually limits our ability to free ourselves from our dependence on… Read more »

"Americans receive the best healthcare in the world. However, many Idahoans are concerned about the rising cost of medical bills and health insurance, and we need to work to ensure that healthcare remains accessible to everyone. I don’t believe that a government-run national healthcare program, like those of Canada or Europe, is the answer to the challenges that the American system faces.… Read more »

The Idaho Congressional Delegation is pleased to host the Eighth Annual Service Academy Day in Idaho on October 4th.  Events will be held simultaneously in Boise and Coeur d’Alene.  The purpose of these gatherings is to share information with students, parents, and counselors about the Congressional nomination process for the United States Military Academy at West Point, NY; the U.S.… Read more »

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson secured funding for several Idaho projects in the House Defense Appropriations bill. “Our local businesses and universities conduct critical research in the areas of national security and defense,” Simpson said. “Idaho company M2E Power is developing a breakthrough technology that will provide a more efficient energy source for our soldiers in the field.… Read more »

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson and Oregon Congressman Earl Blumenauer are joining forces to bring a bi-partisan Transportation and Infrastructure Forum to the Treasure Valley. Both members of Congress bring unique perspectives to issues and challenges facing our nation as we plan for future infrastructure throughout our nation. Invited participants include elected officials and government… Read more »