Simpson Cosponsors No Timber From Tyrants Act Washington, D.C. – Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson has supported several recent measures to help inflict damage on Russia’s war chest for their malicious invasion of Ukraine.  Among these efforts include supporting H.R. 6968, the Ending Importation of Russian Oil Act, signed into law April 8, and cosponsoring H.R. 7437, the No Timber From… Read more »

We Must Always Protect the Second Amendment By Congressman Mike Simpson Washington, D.C. – “Throughout my time in Congress, I have considered it one of my most serious responsibilities to protect Second Amendment rights for Idahoans.  Anti-gun movements have come and gone, but the need to preserve the right to own firearms is as evergreen as the day I took office.  That is why… Read more »

Simpson Receives Recognition for Reforestation Efforts Washington, D.C. – Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson today received recognition from American Forests conservation organization for his efforts to advance and champion the REPLANT Act, which safeguards the critical role that healthy forests play in providing clean air and water, reinvigorating ecosystems, protecting wildlife habitat,… Read more »

Vaccine Mandate Still Impacting Trucking and Seedlings from Being Delivered to Idaho Ag Washington, D.C. – Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson visited Western Trailer Manufacturing in Boise last week where he spoke with Idaho trucking companies about the challenges COVID-19 restrictions and supply chain issues are having on their businesses.  He also experienced the truck simulator to… Read more »

Simpson Joins Amicus Brief to Fight Expansive WOTUS Authority in Idaho Washington, D.C. – Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson recently joined 154 House colleagues in filing an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court Case Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency, an Idaho case that could set forth the proper test for determining the definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) under… Read more »

We Must Not Take Our Eye Off China By Congressman Mike Simpson Washington, D.C. – “Though media attention has understandably been focused on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in recent months, China’s global destabilizing efforts have continued in the shadows.  China’s goals of trade and military dominance are a threat to the United States, and we should not neglect our policies of… Read more »

Simpson Supports Bill to Halt Fentanyl Border Crossings Washington, D.C. – While the crisis at the southern border continues to run rampant, and the Biden Administration prepares to end Title 42, which allows for the expulsion of migrants on the basis of COVID-19 public health concerns, House Republicans look to H.R. 7359 as part of a solution. “Our nation is already hurting from… Read more »

Simpson Cosponsors Bill to Reduce Regulatory Burdens Washington, D.C. – Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson today announced his cosponsorship of H.R. 968, the Lessening Regulatory Costs and Establishing a Federal Regulatory Budget Act. “Since the Biden Administration took office, I have been alarmed at efforts made to drastically expand federal regulatory authority, often at the expense of… Read more »

Idaho State Treasurer, Congressional Delegation Announce Secure Rural Schools Payments Idaho Counties Will Receive $23.4 Million in Federal Funds for Schools, Roads and Bridge Repair BOISE--Members of Idaho’s congressional delegation and State Treasurer Julie Ellsworth announced Idaho counties will receive a total of $23.4 million in payments for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 under the Secure… Read more »

Simpson to Announce Congressional Art Competition Winners Idaho Falls, ID – Tomorrow, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson will announce the winners of the annual Congressional Art Competition for Idaho’s 2nd Congressional District.  This competition is open to high school students across Idaho and encourages Idaho’s aspiring artists to showcase their talents to the public.  All… Read more »