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Twin Falls - Rural states like Idaho where agriculture contributes so much to the local economy are examining various scenarios for the recovery of jobs and businesses. Some... Continue Reading
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August 09, 2011
Crapo Meets With Idahoans at Town Hall Events
Idaho Falls - Idaho Senator Mike Crapo is meeting with Idahoans during town hall events being held during the August state work period when Congress is out of formal session. ... Continue Reading -
August 05, 2011
Crapo: Entitlement Crisis Looms
Washington, DC - Reports released today by the Social Security and Medicare Trustees demonstrate just how financially tenuous the two programs are, said Idaho Senator Mike... Continue Reading -
August 04, 2011
Crapo To Start August Work Period Discussing Economic Issues
Crapo To Start August Work Period Discussing Economic Issues Presents U.S. flag for opening of Community Action facility Contact: Lindsay Nothern Thursday, August 4,... Continue Reading -
August 02, 2011
Idaho Senators Say Debt Plan Puts Spending Cuts First
Washington, D.C. - With the nation's credit rating and the threat of higher interest rates on the line, Idaho Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch today supported an agreement... Continue Reading -
Announced two days before the country is expected to fully exhaust its $14.3 trillion in borrowing authority, a deal to end the debt ceiling negotiations has been announced.... Continue Reading
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August 01, 2011
The Wall Street Journal: A Tea Party Triumph
If a good political compromise is one that has something for everyone to hate, then last night's bipartisan debt-ceiling deal is a triumph. The bargain is nonetheless... Continue Reading -
July 29, 2011
Crapo Supports Boehner Debt Ceiling Plan
Washington, D.C. - Idaho Senator Mike Crapo said tonight the debt ceiling legislation approved by the U.S. House of Representatives on a 218-210 vote should receive strong... Continue Reading -
July 23, 2011
Clearwater Basin Collaborative Takes Big Step
Washington, D.C. - A collaborative land management effort in Idaho's Clearwater Basin has been selected for federal funding recommendations through the U.S. Forest Service... Continue Reading -
The Wall street Journal; July 23, 2011 Out of the Way, Please, Mr. President The Gang of Six puts forward some ideas worth pursuing. By: Peggy Noonan It's good, it... Continue Reading
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Washington, D.C. - A bipartisan agreement announced this week by six U.S. Senators to cut the nation's deficit by about $4 trillion over ten years also provides a historic... Continue Reading
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Washington, D.C. - A decision today by the U.S. Senate to reject legislation calling for a balanced federal budget is a setback for the nation and our economy, said Idaho... Continue Reading
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July 21, 2011
Former Idahoan Nominated To Head The Marines
Washington, D.C. - A former Idahoan and graduate of the University of Idaho has been nominated to head the U.S. Marine Corps. Idaho Senator Mike Crapo confirmed today that... Continue Reading -
July 21, 2011
The Wall Street Journal: The Gang of Six Play
The Wall Street Journal; July 21, 2011 The Gang of Six Play A conceptual breakthrough that has too few details. Grand bipartisan budget deals are one of the great come-ons... Continue Reading -
By Marty Flanagan 7:35 p.m. Wednesday, July 20, 2011 As a global asset manager, Invesco is closely monitoring both the U.S. and international implications of raising... Continue Reading
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By David M. Cote, chairman and CEO of Honeywell - 07/20/11 11:07 AM ET The proposal by the Gang of Six makes many important contributions to the ongoing discussions about how... Continue Reading
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July 20, 2011
Crapo, Risch Welcome Cut, Cap and Balance Vote
Washington, D.C. - Idaho Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch, both co-sponsors of the Cut, Cap, and Balance legislation, said they will support the legislation when it comes... Continue Reading -
July 18, 2011
Crapo Office Travels to Cascade, Council
Boise - To better assist Idahoans with questions and issues concerning federal agencies and policies, Idaho Senator Mike Crapo's office is increasing its travel to... Continue Reading -
July 14, 2011
Senators Introduce Forest Management Legislation
Washington, DC - A recent decision by the U.S. 9 th Circuit Court of Appeals will subject logging roads in public and private forests to some of the most stringent... Continue Reading -
July 13, 2011
Crapo Postpones Town Hall Meeting Tonight
Washington, DC - Due to an unavoidable scheduling conflict regarding his work on the nation's debt and deficit crisis, Senator Mike Crapo is regrettably cancelling his... Continue Reading