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As Chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, I regularly hear from community banks and credit unions, especially those in Idaho, about how they have struggled to keep up with... Continue Reading
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March 19, 2018
Weekly Column: Advancing Nuclear Innovation
The Idaho National Lab (INL), the world leader in research and development of nuclear energy and a key partner in sustaining our nation’s commercial nuclear power... Continue Reading -
March 16, 2018
The Mike Drop - Sen. Crapo's Update from Washington
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March 12, 2018
Weekly Column: Tax Scam Warnings
Enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is resulting in higher take home pay for American workers through tax rate reductions, bonuses and wage increases. Tax reform also... Continue Reading -
One central and undeniable fact remains throughout health care debates—our current system is badly broken. Repealing and replacing Obamacare remains a need to... Continue Reading
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February 26, 2018
Weekly Column: Stalking Awareness And Prevention
On January 30, 2017, the Senate passed legislation to promote awareness and encourage the prevention of stalking. The Senate also commended the efforts of the police,... Continue Reading -
February 19, 2018
Weekly Column: Our First President's Lasting Address
George Washington’s Farewell Address is read in the United States Senate annually in observation of the birthday of our nation’s first president, who led our... Continue Reading -
February 12, 2018
Weekly Column: Progress In Ending Excessive Federal Regulations
Onerous federal regulations have far-reaching negative consequences—not only adding paperwork burdens, but also discouraging job creation and economic growth. One... Continue Reading -
February 05, 2018
Weekly Column: Tax Reform Benefits
While lowering tax rates is important, it must not be the sole measure taxpayers use for evaluating what tax reform means for them. In the fall, I released a series of... Continue Reading -
January 29, 2018
Weekly Column: Veterans' Access To Local Care Update
Last May, I introduced S. 1279, the Veterans Health Administration Reform Act of 2017, to improve access to local care for veterans to better meet their individual... Continue Reading -
January 22, 2018
Weekly Column: Planning A Visit To Our Nation's Capital
Washington, D.C., is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, and that isn’t surprising as there is so much to see and do, most of it free to the... Continue Reading -
January 19, 2018
The Mike Drop - Sen. Crapo's Update from Washington
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January 15, 2018
Honoring American Leaders Who Have Made Our Nation So Great
The Americans traditionally honored during national holidays this month and next exemplify the leadership and set the example that make our nation so great. As we... Continue Reading -
January 01, 2018
Senate Banking Committee: A Year In Review
Serving as Senate Banking Committee Chairman over the past year has been an honor and responsibility as the committee has worked to manage legislation that affects so many... Continue Reading -
December 25, 2017
Fixing Broken Tax Code Benefits Taxpayers And Boosts Economy
A typical family of four will get a $2,059 tax cut. Lower-middle and middle income families can save time and money on tax preparation due to the near doubling of the... Continue Reading -
December 18, 2017
Making Good Things Happen In Our Communities
We do not have to look hard in Idaho to find great people helping others. Idahoans strive every day to ease the burden of others and inspire acts of kindness through... Continue Reading -
December 11, 2017
Celebrating Adoption: Making The Dream Of A Family A Reality
I had the honor of helping to pay tribute to Idahoan Dixie Weber who was recognized as a 2017 Angel in Adoption® for her work as an adoption advocate. Dixie is the... Continue Reading -
December 04, 2017
All Hands On Deck To Fight Opioid Crisis
The American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors (ASCLD) issued an urgent public alert regarding the toxicity of illegal drugs being circulated on American streets advising,... Continue Reading -
November 27, 2017
Improving Veterans' Education Benefits
Specialist Robert Cannon, of Boise, served 5.5 years in the U.S. Army in military intelligence. This included a 13-month deployment in Southern Iraq. Robert... Continue Reading -
November 20, 2017
Idaho Brimming With Spirit Of Freedom
Idahoan and Vietnam Veteran Jim Chally overcomes symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis to assist fellow veterans and their families by giving long-term caregivers of veterans needed... Continue Reading