WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored H.R. 8596, the Fair and Accurate Ingredient Representation on Labels (FAIR Labels) Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at preventing misleading labels on alternative protein products. This legislation is sponsored by Rep. Mark Alford (R-MO).
“Beef is one of Idaho’s most important agricultural commodities,” said Rep. Simpson, an original… Read more »
WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored H.R. 8414, the Defending Against Imitations and Replacements of Yogurt, Milk, and Cheese to Promote Regular Intake of Dairy Everyday or DAIRY PRIDE Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at ensuring the accurate labeling of dairy products and protecting consumers from misleading marketing. This legislation is sponsored by… Read more »
WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act, a bill that reauthorizes, modernizes, and improves key United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) programs through 2031, providing certainty to farmers and stakeholders.
“I regularly hear from farmers, ranchers, and producers in Idaho, and their main concern… Read more »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $5,000,000 in funding for the USDA-ARS University of Idaho Aberdeen Research and Extension Center Potato Breeding Facilities Project in Aberdeen, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration… Read more »
WASHINGTON— Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson introduced the Urban Canal Modernization Act. This legislation allows the Bureau of Reclamation to authorize a 35% non-reimbursable cost share to help repair and rehabilitate “urban canals of concern,” canals through urban areas that would cause significant property damage or possible loss of life if the canal were to fail. Many western canals,… Read more »
WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson joined a letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum in support of phosphate being included on the 2025 Critical Minerals List. Phosphate is an essential nutrient that supports plant growth, enhances water retention, and increases crop yield and disease resistance. This bicameral and bipartisan letter is led by Senators Ernst (R-IA) and Slotkin… Read more »
WASHINGTON—This week, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson wrote an op-ed in the Washington Reporter regarding securing a stable, legal workforce for American agriculture.
"President Trump recently emphasized his commitment to protecting America’s farmers while removing violent criminals who have no place in our country. He is absolutely right. Our focus should remain on… Read more »
WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored a resolution to designate June as National Dairy Month. This resolution is sponsored by Rep. Claudia Tenney (R-NY).
“With Idaho being the third-largest dairy-producing state, the dairy industry plays a significant role in our economy. Designating June as National Dairy Month recognizes the substantial economic impact and honors… Read more »
WASHINGTON— Last week, the House Committee on Appropriations voted to advance the Fiscal Year 2024 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson – Chairman of the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee – authored language that pushes back against the Equal Access to Justice Act (EAJA).
“I have been a strong… 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 »
