“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 »
Idaho Senator Larry Craig and Congressman Mike Simpson today praised the bi-partisan work of the Senate and House of Representatives in passing a final spending package that delivers on many critical priorities for the State of Idaho and provides $70 billion in funding for the Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. President Bush has indicated he will sign the legislation into law.
“This bill is… Read more »
Idaho Senator Larry Craig and Congressman Mike Simpson, both members of their respective Appropriations Committees, announced the inclusion of several Idaho-specific projects in the Fiscal Year 2008 year-end spending package.
Craig commented approvingly, "Idaho will be a better place because of these projects. Strong transportation infrastructure and a clean, livable environment are… Read more »
Idaho Senator Larry Craig and Congressman Mike Simpson today highlighted dozens of important agriculture, research, infrastructure, and economic development projects that will be headed to Idaho as part of a year-end spending package being finalized in Washington, DC.
“I’m pleased with the assistance our ag producers will get to mitigate natural disasters and combat pests like the Potato… Read more »
Idaho Senator Larry Craig and Congressman Mike Simpson announced today that the House and Senate have agreed on the final version of legislation to fund most federal government agencies for fiscal year 2008. In the bill, many Idaho healthcare and education issues were addressed.
“Education and healthcare help form the foundation of a strong community and a thriving state,” said… Read more »
