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September 30, 2013
Interest In What Is Happening In Washington
I recently held my third tele-townhall meeting of the year. These regular meetings areone of the ways I hear the insights of Idahoans. I value this input greatly. The... Continue Reading -
September 23, 2013
The Importance Of Outdoor Recreation
As summer turns to fall and many across Idaho prepare for annual hunting trips, I am reminded of outdoor recreation's important role in our lives and communities. In... Continue Reading -
September 09, 2013
From The Mailbag: Financial Account Monitoring
As active participants in the decisions made in Congress, Idahoans contact me with valuable input about the issues our country faces. Realizing that many may not have the... Continue Reading -
September 02, 2013
Expanding Hydropower
We are fortunate that Idaho is home to extensive hydroelectric resources that offer reliable and renewable energy. Hydropower is the source of more than 75 percent of Idaho's... Continue Reading -
August 26, 2013
Food Safety Important But Must Be Reasonable
Taking preventative measures to ensure food safety is an important goal. However, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) proposed fresh produce rule is another example... Continue Reading -
August 19, 2013
Advancing Tax Reform Principles
As the Senate Finance Committee advances tax reform, I remain committed to the hard work of comprehensive fiscal reform, combining thoughtful tax reform with fundamental... Continue Reading -
August 12, 2013
Wildfire Mitigation Efforts
As wildfires burn across the western United States, efforts continue in Congress to try to help alleviate pressure on the firefighters and others working tirelessly to keep... Continue Reading -
August 05, 2013
Maintaining Equitable Access To Our Federal Lands
I have long been a proponent of fair access to our public lands. Americans pay for the upkeep of our federal land assets and should not be shut out of benefitting from these... Continue Reading -
July 29, 2013
Nurturing Healthy Relationships
We meet many people in our lives in our communities, work, school, travels and elsewhere. Our ability to positively interact with others contributes to our ability to meet... Continue Reading -
July 22, 2013
Another Consequence Of Obamacare
Since Obamacare was rammed through Congress, we have seen the problems and costs continue to grow. Reports of workers losing work hours and pay due to Obamacare health care... Continue Reading -
July 15, 2013
From The Mailbag: Educational Standards
As active participants in the decisions made in Congress, Idahoans contact me with valuable input about the issues our country faces. Realizing that many may not have the... Continue Reading -
July 08, 2013
America Cannot Repeat Immigration Mistakes
Rarely does an issue invoke more interest than immigration reform and border security. During the U.S. Senate's recent debate of S. 744, the Border Security, Economic... Continue Reading -
July 01, 2013
Freedom: The Heart Of Our Nation
The pursuit of freedom inspired countless settlers to brave the long journey to America. To secure liberty in our nation, American leaders signed the Declaration of... Continue Reading -
June 24, 2013
Increasing Access To Idaho Dairy Products
June is National Dairy Month, a time to recognize the significant contribution of the dairy industry to the world. Idaho dairy producers and processors are leading the charge... Continue Reading -
June 17, 2013
Taking Steps To Reduce Fire Risk
Last year, more than 1,000 wildland fires burned more than 1.6 million acres in Idaho alone. A significant fire threat is expected again this year. The National Interagency... Continue Reading -
June 10, 2013
Using Tax Scrutiny To Chill Speech Is Intolerable
The recently-revealed targeting of conservative groups by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for additional tax scrutiny is outrageous and goes against the freedoms on which... Continue Reading -
June 03, 2013
Taking County Funds Is Not The Solution
The Budget Control Act of 2011, a concept first proposed by the Obama administration, requires across-the-board spending reductions in federal government programs. For Fiscal... Continue Reading -
May 27, 2013
Honoring Citizen Soldiers
This Memorial Day we join with family and friends to honor the many brave Americans who we depend on to secure our homeland, while remembering the sacrifices of those who lost... Continue Reading -
May 20, 2013
Multiple-Use Management Cannot Be Lost
It seems that in recent years there has been a decreased focus on ensuring multiple use of public lands. Multiple use of public lands remains the most effective utilization... Continue Reading -
May 13, 2013
Watching The Watchdog
As part of our government's system of checks and balances, Congress conducts oversight over agencies to bring about transparency and accountability. This is even more... Continue Reading
