In a hearing that examined the President’s FY09 Education Budget, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson pressed Department of Education Secretary, Margaret Spellings, for answers to difficult challenges our nation faces, including the need for more vocational programs.
Simpson is a member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education and he is… Read more »
"For generations Idahoans have been taught a strong work ethic, Western values and invaluable management skills through hard work on the family farm. Sadly, it is becoming increasingly difficult for the upcoming generation of farmers and ranchers to follow in their families' footsteps. Each year the risks and costs of agriculture production increase. Drought is a recurring threat and fuel… Read more »
On March 9, 2007, the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals issued its ruling on Parker v. District of Columbia. In a 2-1 ruling the Court declared the District of Columbia’s gun ban unconstitutional. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson added his support to an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to recognize the Second Amendment right to bear arms as an individual right.
The majority… Read more »
Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson issued the following statement after voting against the economic stimulus package this evening.
“Our nation would be far better off by passing permanent tax reductions than by offering one time rebates to a select group,” said Simpson. “Congress needs to look at some real, long-term solutions. Instead, they issue ‘small bandages’ that only allow the… Read more »
“February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, during which dentists and oral healthcare providers work together to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. As a part of their awareness efforts, dentists and dental hygienists from across the country and in Idaho join together and volunteer their time to provide free care to children.
“As a dentist, I understand… Read more »
Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson issued the following statement in response to President George W. Bush’s State of the Union Address:
"Now, more than ever, we need to listen to the President’s plea to work together in a bipartisan fashion. America demands it and America deserves it," said Congressman Mike Simpson. "Several requests were made tonight; many need immediate action, like the… Read more »
“In the years since the 2001 terrorist attacks against our nation, Americans have become increasingly concerned about our ability to know who is coming into our country—and how to keep out those who wish to do us harm. In 2004, the 9/11 Commission Report examined our nation’s passport system and found that it was unable to ensure the identity of those traveling to and from the United… Read more »
Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson announces changes in his District office. The addition of a new Congressional Staffer in the Pocatello Office will help serve constituents of not only Bannock County, but Bear Lake, Bingham, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida and Power.
Steve Brown is Simpson’s newest Regional Director. He will be able to hit the ground running as he joined Simpson’s staff after… Read more »
Idaho Senator Larry Craig and Congressman Mike Simpson sent a letter today to Secretary Michael Leavitt requesting an expedited release of funds for the Special Olympic 2009 World Winter Games to be held in Idaho.
Typically host sites for the Games are named four years in advance. However, the original 2009 host, Sarajevo, was unable to fulfill its obligation. The Special Olympics… Read more »
Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson supported legislation to provide tax relief to 23 million Americans who were slated to be subject to the Alterative Minimum Tax (AMT) this year. H.R. 3996, which provides temporary relief from the AMT for one year, was passed by the House of Representatives with a vote of 352-64 late Wednesday.
“The AMT is one of the worst provisions in our tax code,… Read more »
