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August 11, 2014
Protecting Our Privacy
Concerns with how far the federal government will go in collecting and storing private, personal information are more than understandable. These concerns are validated when... Continue Reading -
August 04, 2014
Senator Crapo Seeks Help Of Idaho's Veterans
The men and women of our Armed Forces face many challenges as they protect our nation. Because of the unique challenges they face and solemn sacrifices they make, Congress... Continue Reading -
July 28, 2014
Uncovering Secret Science
Each year, federal agencies issue thousands of rules that increase costs and the amount of paperwork Americans must sift through to conduct business and meet federal... Continue Reading -
July 21, 2014
Working To Stop Federal Water Grab
As hot summer temperatures are upon us, access to abundant, clean water becomes more acute. This is especially true in western states, such as Idaho, where efforts are... Continue Reading -
July 14, 2014
Honoring The American Cowboy And Cowgirl
The cowboy way of life runs deep in Idaho, where enterprising men and women broke towns out of brush and helped build the Idaho we know today. They are examples of strength,... Continue Reading -
July 07, 2014
Record Taxes But Deficit Still Out Of Whack
Some may view the recent reports of increased tax revenue being paid into the U.S. Treasury as a sign that our economy is picking back up. However, federal spending remains... Continue Reading -
June 30, 2014
Farm Bill: Advancing Forest Health
Making up approximately 39 percent of Idaho's land, forests have an important role in our quality of life and economy in Idaho. Environmentally, our forests are central to... Continue Reading -
June 23, 2014
Addressing Highway Infrastructure Needs
We rely on our highways to get goods to markets both at home and abroad. We rely on them to get to work and school. We rely on them for recreation and tourism. We rely on... Continue Reading -
June 16, 2014
INL Helping Extend Nuclear Reactor Lifespan
One of the great opportunities as a Senator from Idaho is being able to represent innovative industries and institutions that are leading the charge in tackling some of our... Continue Reading -
June 09, 2014
The Call Of The Trail
Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, "The influence of fine scenery, the presence of mountains, appeases our irritations and elevates our friendships." Fortunately, in Idaho, we have... Continue Reading -
Those who argue that the Administration is right in excluding white potatoes as a nutritional option in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and... Continue Reading
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May 26, 2014
Honoring The Families Of Fallen Heroes
This month, I have the honor of presenting the Spirit of Idaho award to the mother of an Idahoan who lost his life serving in Iraq. She continues his commitment to serving... Continue Reading -
May 14, 2014
Working To End IRS Targeting
James Madison, the fourth President of the United States and arguably the "Father of the Constitution," understood that freedom of speech was instrumental in holding... Continue Reading -
Idahoans know the value of environmental stewardship. Access to abundant, clean water is a central pillar of our state's agricultural and natural resource heritage, providing... Continue Reading
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April 30, 2014
A Pioneer Lost But Opportunity Gained
Many people in Washington, DC, often comment to me about the physical beauty of Idaho-the majestic mountains, pristine whitewater streams and ample opportunities to hunt, fish... Continue Reading -
April 23, 2014
Reading: Filling Up the Information Bank
We live in an accelerating world. Advancing technology places an increasing premium on reading and writing well. Quickly understanding complex and evolving terminology is... Continue Reading -
April 09, 2014
Supporting New Farmers and Ranchers
Preliminary results from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) 2012 Census of Agriculture confirm that the average age of the American farmer is continuing to increase. ... Continue Reading -
April 07, 2014
Fannie-Freddie Wind Down Will Protect Taxpayers
Beginning last year, Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Johnson (D-South Dakota) and I held a series of in-depth hearings on how to reform our broken housing market. The... Continue Reading -
March 26, 2014
Healthy Foods Are the Pulse of Idaho
Getting out of Washington, D.C. and back to Idaho is rewarding enough; it is all the more so when I am fortunate enough to meet with Idaho students. I recently had the... Continue Reading -
March 17, 2014
Celebrating Agriculture
According to data from the American Farm Bureau Federation, in 1940, the average U.S. farmer fed 19 people. The number of people fed by our nation's farmers has steadily... Continue Reading
