Category: News
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Simpson, Fulcher introduce nuclear research bill
Idaho’s two congressmen introduced a bill Wednesday meant to encourage research into nuclear power at Idaho National Laboratory and the nation’s other national labs. Sponsored by U.S. Reps. Mike Simpson and Russ Fulcher, the Next Generation Nuclear Advancement Act of 2020 would direct the Secretary of Energy to establish an “Integrated Energy Systems Program,” whose…
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Idaho’s congressional delegation: There will be peaceful transition
All four members of Idaho’s congressional delegation said there will be a peaceful transition of power in 2021 should the presidency change hands. On Wednesday, President Donald Trump again declined to commit to a peaceful transfer of power if he loses the Nov. 3 presidential election, the Associated Press reported. “We’re going to have to…
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Simpson, Fulcher introduce nuclear research bill
Idaho’s two congressmen introduced a bill Wednesday meant to encourage research into nuclear power at Idaho National Laboratory and the nation’s other national labs. Sponsored by U.S. Reps. Mike Simpson and Russ Fulcher, the Next Generation Nuclear Advancement Act of 2020 would direct the Secretary of Energy to establish an “Integrated Energy Systems Program,” whose…
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Feds commit $20 million to Driggs/Jackson transportation improvements
The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded $20 million to improve transportation connections between Driggs and Jackson, Wyo. through Teton Pass. The two communities are connected via Idaho State Highway 33 and Wyoming 22. The money is part of DOT’s Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development program, and will help fund the Teton Mobility Corridor Improvements…
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What is really happening with the Postal Service
I’ve heard a lot from constituents about the U.S. Postal Service this week. Many are scared and nervous that President Donald Trump and Republicans are trying to sabotage the USPS in order to win this election. This could not be further from the truth. First, Republicans support fair and honest elections. To suggest otherwise is…
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It can be done
In the early hours of July 30, the Perseverance Rover launched from Cape Canaveral station on a V-541 rocket beginning a seven-month journey to Mars. Its mission — seek signs of ancient life and collect rock and soil samples. None of this happens without a talented and dedicated team at our very own Idaho National…
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Why the Great American Outdoors Act Passed at Just the Right Time
I was headed home from Cody, Wyoming, after a long backpacking trip in the Shoshone National Forest, where a buddy of mine and I had watched bighorn rams at 12,000 feet. We saw 30 along with 40 head of bull elk grazing the alpine meadows in the company of grizzly bears that were oblivious to…
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Great American Outdoors Act will help restore public lands in Idaho
The Great American Outdoors Act is a bipartisan bill that President Trump signed into law this week. The piece of legislation will provide $9.5 billion over the next five years to the national parks for some long overdue maintenance projects. “Trails have fallen into disrepair, roads have fallen apart, and facilities from hotels and visitors centers…
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President Trump signs Great American Outdoors Act into law
The Great American Outdoors Act was signed into law Tuesday morning, which will fund improvements to national parks across the country. The bi-partisan bill passed the U.S. house of Representatives in July by a vote of 310-107. The act will allocate around $9 billion to park maintenance over the next five years. In addition to funding park…