WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson released an op-ed regarding the importance of Veterans Day in the United States.  Standing with Our Veterans   By Rep. Mike Simpson      The full op-ed is available below.      Veterans Day is when we should all pause and honor the men and women who fought to protect our… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed highlighting his concerns with the Lava Ridge Wind Turbine Project proposal. Congressman Simpson has been a strong vocal opponent of the Lava Ridge Wind Project and has advocated for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to listen to Idahoans’ concerns.   The Lava Ridge Wind Project Proposal is Out-of-Touch with… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed in response to the Idaho Republican Party’s recent statement on the U.S. House of Representatives Speaker of the House vote.   I’m Not Over the “Moon” for a Speaker Jordan - Idaho Deserves Better  By Rep. Mike Simpson      The full op-ed is available… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed signaling the potential consequences of an upcoming government shutdown.  Government Shutdowns are Bad Policy and Politics By Rep. Mike Simpson     The full op-ed is available below.      It’s no surprise that I am extremely frustrated by the possibility that… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed highlighting the importance of Community Project Funding and its role in providing critical support for Idaho’s Second Congressional District. One such priority is constructing a new fire station for the Shelley-Firth Fire District in Firth, Idaho.   Fighting for Firth’s Firefighters  By Rep. Mike… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed highlighting the importance of Community Project Funding and its role in providing critical support for Idaho’s Second Congressional District. One such priority is reconstructing Eagle Road to meet growing economic development needs and increase safety for the people in Fort Hall, Idaho.  Reconstructing Eagle Road… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed highlighting the importance of Community Project Funding and its role in providing critical support for Idaho’s Second Congressional District. One such priority is providing workforce housing and infrastructure improvements for the Peregrine Fund's World Center for Birds of Prey in Boise, Idaho. Investing in the… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed highlighting the importance of Community Project Funding and its role in providing critical support for Idaho’s Second Congressional District. One such priority is constructing a childcare center for law enforcement families in the Treasure Valley, Idaho.   Backing the Blue and Their Families By Rep. Mike… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed highlighting the importance of Community Project Funding and its role in providing critical support for Idaho’s Second Congressional District. One such priority is constructing affordable housing for temporary and permanent employees and their families in Stanley, Idaho.  Standing up for Stanley  By Rep. Mike… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed highlighting the importance of Community Project Funding and its role in providing critical support for Idaho’s Second Congressional District. One such priority is replacing the existing rock walls that line the Little Wood River in Gooding, Idaho. Getting the Goods for Gooding  By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is… Read more »