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As its name suggests, the Working Families Tax Cuts (WFTC) prevented a massive tax hike, provided new tax relief, and included provisions across a wide range of policy areas... Continue Reading
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While Republicans and Democrats agree our health care system is broken, we often have very different ideas about what reforms will reduce costs and improve patient outcomes.... Continue Reading
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March 09, 2026
Weekly Column: Promoting Heart Health
Heart disease remains the number one cause of death in Idaho and in the United States, making it more important than ever to encourage routine health screenings, raise... Continue Reading -
Employees are key to business success. They are the faces behind counters; the voices greeting customers; and the force behind Idaho and American production. The first Friday... Continue Reading
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February 23, 2026
Weekly Column: A Meaningful Local Use Of World War II Parachute
The Veterans History Project (VHP) is a growing, treasured collection of the reflections of Idaho veterans and veterans across our great country. The collection includes the... Continue Reading -
February 16, 2026
Weekly Column: Bolstering Aviation Security
Passenger security fees should be used as intended—to fund aviation security activities. Years of diverting these funds have hampered the Transportation Security... Continue Reading -
February 09, 2026
Weekly Column: New Year, New Tax Relief
A new year ushers in a fresh start for many. Goals are renewed, finances are reprioritized and plans are set. This year, that included a refreshed tax code based on the idea... Continue Reading -
February 02, 2026
Weekly Column: RECA Assistance Available For Idaho Downwinders
This National Day of Remembrance for Downwinders is a fitting time to raise awareness about the new eligibility of Idaho Downwinders for Radiation Exposure Compensation Act... Continue Reading -
Idaho veterans and servicemembers give so much in service to our nation. Two recent actions will better ensure their access to safe and affordable housing. First, President... Continue Reading
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January 19, 2026
Weekly Column: Secure Rural Schools Extension Provides Better Footing For Idaho's Rural Counties
Thanks to the reauthorization of the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) program in December, rural communities in Idaho and across our country are starting 2026 on sounder financial... Continue Reading -
January 12, 2026
Weekly Column: Providing For Our National Defense
Since 1961, Congress has passed an annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that establishes or continues defense programs, policies and projects. The Fiscal Year (FY)... Continue Reading -
January 05, 2026
Weekly Column: Celebrating Idaho's Spirit Of Freedom
Every November since 2002, I have had the great opportunity to honor some remarkable Idaho veterans and volunteers for their outstanding service to our country and its... Continue Reading -
December 22, 2025
Weekly Column: Idaho Students' Ornaments Adorn National Tree
This holiday season, the heart and creativity of Idaho students are on display in our nation’s capital. Students from Bickel Elementary School in Twin Falls designed ornaments... Continue Reading -
In recent years, digital assets, such as cryptocurrencies, have become an important part of our global financial system. Because of its jurisdiction over federal tax policy,... Continue Reading
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December 08, 2025
Weekly Column: Celebrating Contributions Of Forensic Scientists To Idaho's Justice System
This past summer, the National Museum of American History, in Washington, D.C., hosted an exhibit entitled “Forensic Science on Trial.” The exhibition showcased the history of... Continue Reading -
December 01, 2025
Weekly Column: Thank You, Idaho Farmers And Ranchers
Many of us are shielded from the hard work of food production because of the unyielding work of Idaho farmers. Agriculture plays a critical role in our state’s economy. Row... Continue Reading -
Breakthroughs in early cancer detection can drive more effective treatments and higher survival rates. I have been a long-time proponent of legislation to ensure Medicare... Continue Reading
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November 13, 2025
Weekly Column: Honoring Idaho Veterans--People Of Action
Charles de Gaulle wrote in his War Memoirs, “Deliberation is the function of the many; action is the function of the one.” The Idaho veterans we honor each Veterans Day, and... Continue Reading -
September 29, 2025
Weekly Column: Suicide Prevention
One of the countless things I love about Idaho is that when there is a problem or someone is hurting, Idahoans come together to offer hope and a path forward. Over the past... Continue Reading -
September 22, 2025
Weekly Column: Investing In Idaho Through The New Markets Tax Credit
The New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program is a market-based tool to incentivize investment in communities across the country. These incentives are important in a place like... Continue Reading
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