WASHINGTON— This week, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson led a letter to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) opposing any efforts to reclassify potatoes as a non-vegetable in the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs). Rep. Simpson and Rep. Pingree (D-ME) led the effort and were joined by 27 Members of Congress. “Any effo... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $7,082,856 for the Mackay Dam Rehabilitation Project in Custer County, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill. Despite claims that CPF projects are "wasteful earmarks," Community Project Funding gives Members of Congress like Congressman... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson – Chairman of the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee – highlighted the inclusion of $12.2 million for State and Tribal Assistance Grants (STAG) for the cities of Island Park, Preston, Rexburg, and Pocatello, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Interior, Environment, and Relate... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $4,304,000 for a new fire station for the Shelley-Firth Fire District in Firth, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. Despite claims that CPF projects are "wasteful earma... Read More »
WASHINGTON— Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson released an op-ed regarding his support for Idaho agriculture. Supporting Idaho Agriculture By Rep. Mike Simpson The full op-ed is available below. Whether you realize it or not, every one of us depends on American agriculture every day. Farmers and ranchers across Idaho feed and clothe our nation and help meet the needs of countless people worldwi... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $3.85 million for the Eagle Road Reconstruction Project in Fort Hall, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Bill. “Reconstructing Eagle Road will significantly increase the safety and quality of life for tr... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $3.1 million for the Workforce Housing for Critically Endangered Species Recovery Project in Boise, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Bill. “For years, The Peregrine Fund's World Center for Birds of Pre... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $2,000,000 for the Idaho Center for Agriculture, Food, and Environment (CAFE) site in Rupert, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. “Throughout my time in Congress, I have... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion $2,875,000 for Idaho State University’s (ISU) Industrial Cybersecurity Research Laboratory in Idaho Falls, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. Despite claims that CPF projects are "wasteful earmarks," Comm... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $2.65 million for the Treasure Valley Law Enforcement Childcare Center Project in the Treasure Valley, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Bill. Despite claims that CPF projects are "wasteful earmarks," C... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored the Waiving Arbitrary and Inconsistent Veteran Home Requirements (WAIVER) Act. This bill would require the United States Veterans Administration (VA) to issue waivers for veterans’ health and housing facilities that were approved prior to the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA). “It’s important for the VA to follow through with this waiver c... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $1,852,000 for the Butte County Buildings Infrastructure Project in Butte County, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. Despite claims that CPF projects are "wasteful ear... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion $4,000,000 for the Stanley Workforce Housing Economic Development Initiative in Stanley, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Bill. Despite claims that CPF projects are "wasteful earmarks," Community Project ... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $1,000,000 for the Rock Creek Conservation Project in Twin Falls, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. Despite claims that CPF projects are "wasteful earmarks," Community... Read More »
WASHINGTON—Last week, the United States House of Representatives passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of this legislation. This package includes the Agriculture, Rural Development Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. This bill preserves funding for America’s farmers, ranchers, and rural communities, and... Read More »
