Representative Mike Simpson

Congressman Simpson's Update

March 25th, 2022

National AG Day 2022

We depend on agriculture to meet so many of the needs we have as a nation. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to ensure that Idaho's agriculture sector remains strong. Through the passage of H.R. 2471 I was able to help secure important investments for Idaho AG, including:

$4.2 million to modernize research facilities and make infrastructure improvements at the U.S. Sheep Experiment Station in Dubois, ID
$6.5 million for pale cyst nematode (PCN) program within APHIS
language urging the FDA to ensure that only animal-derived foods and beverages are considered dairy products.
funding for barley research to address threats to the production of high quality barley

Thank you to all of Idaho's farmers, ranchers, and producers!

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Simpson Questions ATF’s New Silencer Regulations

I am extremely concerned by the attacks on law abiding gun owners by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). I have heard from an increasing number of Idahoans facing new Form 1 silencer application denials.

I joined my Republican colleagues in sending a letter to the administration demanding answers for these recent issues.

Find out more about the ATF's decision

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Idaho Congressional Delegation hosts Service Academy Days

Come listen to U.S. Military Academy Liaisons, Cadets, and Midshipmen talk about each of the U.S. Military Academies; and learn how to achieve a Congressional nomination from a member of the Idaho Delegation.

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In the Community

As a part of the 2022 Appropriations process, I was able to secure over $23.6 million for several Idaho projects. As your representative, I feel a great responsibility to balance the priorities of reducing the Democrats' wasteful spending and ensuring impactful funds come to Idaho. I was proud to visit this week with many of the projects that will be receiving these funds.

Shoshone-Bannock Tribe Fire Station

For years, the Fort Hall Fire Station has been tasked with serving their community with antiquated equipment and failing infrastructure. We were able to direct $7 million for important updates to their facilities.

Habitat for Humanity Idaho Falls Communities of Hope

$3 million has been secured for the Habitat for Humanity Community of Hope in Idaho Falls, which will help low to moderate income families become successful homeowners.

Idaho Grain and Ag Center

I worked with the Idaho Grain Producers Association and I worked to secure funding for a new Idaho Grain and Ag Center. This new Center will link rural and urban communities, serve as a bridge to the future of Idaho Agriculture, and solidify the importance of agriculture to our state.

Boise Airport Expansion

$700,000 will help the Boise Airport rehabilitate the main taxi route of the terminal for air carrier operations.

Medical Training Facility at Gowen Field

The 124^th Fighter Wing, Idaho Air National Guard, was awarded their request for the construction of a 10,550 square foot Medical Training Facility to provide an administrative area, classrooms, laboratories, exam rooms, record storage, and mobility training storage for the 124th Medical Group.