Simpson Cosponsors Bill to Protect Multiple-Use on BLM Land  Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored H.R. 3397, legislation that would require the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to withdraw its “Conservation and Landscape Health” proposed rule.  The proposed rule would significantly impact how Idahoans interact with and enjoy the 12 million… Read more »

Simpson Recognizes National Police Week Washington, D.C. – In honor of National Police week, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson today highlighted his support of recent legislation for law enforcement officers. “Law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe.  I thank them for their important, irreplaceable work, and want them to know they… Read more »

Simpson Announces Mobile Office Hours in Heyburn and Rupert, Idaho   Washington, D.C. – Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson today announced his upcoming mobile office hours happening May 24, 2023, in Heyburn and Rupert, Idaho.  The event will start with discussion at the City of Heyburn Building and be followed by lunch at Minidoka County Senior Center.   Mobile Office… Read more »

Idaho Delegation Presses BLM Director on Change to Multiple-Use Approach for Public Lands WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Mike Crapo and U.S. Congressmen Mike Simpson and Russ Fulcher (all R-Idaho) wrote the Director of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Tracy Stone-Manning regarding her department’s efforts to change the multiple-use approach of federal land… Read more »

Simpson Supports Border Security Package with E-Verify Negotiation Washington, D.C. – Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson today voted in favor of H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act after successful negotiations to protect American agriculture producers and ensure farmers have the time to obtain a legal and secure workforce before e-verify requirements are imposed on our agriculture… Read more »

Simpson Announces Mobile Office Hours in Burley, Idaho Washington, D.C. – Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson today announced his upcoming mobile office hours happening May 17, 2023, in Burley, Idaho. City of Burley 1401 Overland Ave, Burley 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. As part of mobile office hours, Simpson’s district staff will travel throughout Idaho’s 2nd Congressional District and meet… Read more »

Government Must Do What American Families Do Every Day – Prioritize Responsible Spending By Congressman Mike Simpson Washington, D.C. – “There is a lot of concern and speculation about the possibility of exceeding the federal debt limit as early as next month, but I find it helpful to face these challenges by starting with the facts.  Looking at the facts will allow us to address… Read more »

Simpson Announces Mobile Office Hours in Hansen and Kimberly, Idaho Washington, D.C. – Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson today announced his upcoming mobile office hours happening May 10, 2023, in Hansen and Kimberly, Idaho.  The event will start with discussion at the City of Hansen Community Room and be followed by lunch at the Ageless Senior Center in Kimberly. City of Hansen… Read more »

Simpson Announces Mobile Office Hours in Buhl, Idaho Washington, D.C. – Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson today announced his upcoming mobile office hours happening May 3, 2023, in the City of Buhl.  The event will start with breakfast at the Senior Center followed by further discussion at the city office building. West End Senior Citizen Center 1010 Main Street, Buhl 8:30 a.m. to… Read more »

Simpson Announces Jessica Hammond as Veteran and Military Outreach Coordinator in Twin Falls District Office Washington, D.C. – Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson today announced the recent hiring of Jessica Hammond through the Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program, a two-year fellowship opportunity for veterans to work in congressional offices.  Hammond will work in Simpson’s Twin… Read more »