WASHINGTON—This week, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of several critical bills to make Washington, D.C., safe again. These bills examine soft-on-crime policies, the historic surge in juvenile crime, law enforcement’s response to the crime crisis, and general oversight of Washington, D.C. “The escalating crime crisis in our cities is a big concern for the majority of… Read more »

WASHINGTON— This week, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of H.R. 3838 – the Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026. The FY26 NDAA authorizes full funding for America’s national defense, improves servicemember quality of life, enhances military readiness, and supports the Trump… Read more »

WASHINGTON—Today, the United States House of Representatives passed the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Appropriations Bill. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson–Chairman of the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee–supported this advancement. This bill champions America’s military superiority, supports military families, strengthens America’s defense, and supports the Trump… Read more »

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored the Iranian Campaign Medal Act. This legislation would authorize the Secretary of Defense to establish and award a United States military decoration to service members who served in Iran in direct support of Operation Midnight Hammer. This legislation is sponsored by Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX). “Taking action to prevent the world’s… Read more »

WASHINGTON—The House Committee on Appropriations voted to advance the Fiscal Year 2026 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson supported this advancement. This bill invests in border security and public safety and supports the Trump administration’s policy initiatives. “Under President Trump’s leadership, we have the most secure border in American history,”… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of S. 331 - the Halt All Lethal Trafficking of (HALT) Fentanyl Act. This legislation permanently extends President Trump’s 2018 Schedule I classification of fentanyl-related substances and gives law enforcement the tools they need to keep Americans safe from dangerous illicit drugs. “We cannot afford to waste any time… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson announced the nomination of 26 Idaho students to United States Military Academies. Every year, Members of Congress may nominate candidates for appointment to four of the five service academies. After the candidates receive their nominations, the Academies will evaluate the students’ applications and make the final decision on… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, the United States House of Representatives passed the Fiscal Year 2024 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies bill. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of this legislation. This bill fully funds veterans’ health care programs and benefits, supports national security, and exceeds the Department of Defense’s Military Construction… Read more »

WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson (R-ID) voted in favor of H.R. 2670 – the 2024 Fiscal Year National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The legislation authorizes $886.3 billion for national defense discretionary programs, which is $28 billion over the 2023 Fiscal Year enacted level. The bill will improve military readiness, equips our troops with the resources they… Read more »

Simpson Supports Fiscal Responsibility Act Washington, D.C. – Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson today voted in favor of H.R. 3746, the Fiscal Responsibility Act.  This legislation builds on House Republicans’ efforts in the Limit, Save, Grow Act by raising the debt ceiling through January 1, 2025, and including nondefense spending cuts, permitting reforms for domestic energy… Read more »