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We, without a doubt, rely heavily upon broadband technology for business, government and personal activities. As more Americans have worked from home and homeschooled... Continue Reading
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June 08, 2020
Weekly Column: Flag Day--Beacon Of Hope
In recognition of Flag Day, I wrote this column weeks ago to commemorate our flag and national anthem. Today, as our country grapples with division and some have used... Continue Reading -
June 01, 2020
Weekly Column: Supporting Rural Communities
As Congress works with the Administration to consider the next phases of federal support to address the impacts of the pandemic, I am advocating for getting resources to... Continue Reading -
On May 8, 1945, Americans, with our allies around the world, celebrated Nazi Germany’s surrender ending World War II in Europe. Many American troops stationed in... Continue Reading
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May 18, 2020
Weekly Column: Idaho Pulling Together
Even in these uncertain times, as the pandemic has torn across our world taking lives and livelihoods, Idahoans are moving forward. I have been proud to work closely... Continue Reading -
May 11, 2020
Weekly Column: Addressing Rise In Domestic Violence
Reports indicate crisis centers and law enforcement agencies have seen a rise in domestic violence incidents as communities face increased strain from the impacts of the... Continue Reading -
As schools closed nationwide to help curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, millions of school-aged children suddenly started being homeschooled. Many... Continue Reading
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April 27, 2020
Weekly Column: Coronavirus Aid For Agricultural Producers
Idaho farmers, ranchers and agricultural workers are among those continuing to work hard every day to put food on our tables--despite the personal health threat of the novel... Continue Reading -
April 20, 2020
Weekly Column: Backing Rural Providers
Making sure health care providers, big and small, have the resources necessary to keep those on the frontlines safe and combat the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, is the most... Continue Reading -
April 14, 2020
Mike Drop -- Small Business Assistance During COVID-19
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April 13, 2020
Weekly Column: Phase 3 Of The Coronavirus Response
Congress and the Trump Administration have enacted three phases of legislation providing resources to support the fight against the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19. Most... Continue Reading -
As the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, has spread across our world, our communities have confronted this unprecedented challenge head on. In the face of adversity, we... Continue Reading
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April 05, 2020
Mike Drop -- A Thank you Message
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April 01, 2020
Mike Drop -- An Update on COVID-19 Information
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March 30, 2020
Weekly Column: Confronting COVID-19
The coronavirus, or COVID-19, pandemic has challenged our sense of normalcy, and it has tested every institution of daily life we know. The crisis has had a major impact... Continue Reading -
The Senate Banking Committee recently held a hearing on the reauthorization of the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act, which expires at the end of... Continue Reading
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March 18, 2020
Mike Drop -- COVID-19 Information
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March 16, 2020
Weekly Column: Shutting The Door On Telephone Scammers
We have heard about people in our communities, neighbors, friends, or even family, falling victim to robocall scams and losing significant amounts of money and security of... Continue Reading -
March 09, 2020
Weekly Column: Veterans History Workshop In Idaho
Recording the life stories of Idaho veterans helps ensure their service is honored in a way that enables us to learn from their examples. Over the years, I have... Continue Reading -
Idahoans who visit our United States Capitol Building may have seen Idaho’s contributions to the collection of statues donated by each state to honor people notable in... Continue Reading