News Releases
Republican Senators Reintroduce PATIENTS Act
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Whip Jon Kyl (Ariz.) and U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) were joined today by U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Tom Coburn (R-Okla.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), and Pat Roberts (R-Kan.) to reintroduce legislation that would prohibit the federal government from denying or delaying health-care treatment to a patient based on cost. The Preserving Access to Targeted, Individualized, and Effective New Treatments and Services (PATIENTS)… Continue Reading
March 25, 2011
Crapo Office Travels to Emmett, McCall, New Meadows
Boise - To better assist Idahoans with questions and issues concerning federal agencies and policies, Idaho Senator Mike Crapo's office is increasing its presence in Southwestern Idaho cities. Crapo's staff has begun a regular rotation of remote office hours on behalf of the Senator across the southwest part of the state. Crapo's Regional Director Bryan Ricker will travel to a number of southwest cities and counties on a rotating basis each month. This month, Ricker will be in Adams, Gem and… Continue Reading
March 22, 2011
Crapo to Discuss Local Trade Efforts, Receive National Business Award
Washington, D.C. - Idaho and U.S. manufacturers can and are making progress in trade actions that protect local jobs, according to Idaho Senator Mike Crapo. Hilex Poly, a local plastics manufacturer, recently won an international trade case with Crapo's assistance. The dispute involved anti-dumping issues where foreign governments were found to be illegally undercutting U.S. competition. Crapo and Hilex Poly's leadership will discuss the trade case during a tour of the manufacturing facility… Continue Reading
March 21, 2011
Crapo to Discuss Federal Debt at City Club, Address Idaho Legislature
Boise - The need to take immediate steps to reduce our nation's burgeoning federal debt will be the focus as Idaho Senator Mike Crapo addresses the Boise City Club next week. Crapo, who served on the President's Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform, is now working with a bipartisan group of senators to bring the commission's ideas before Congress. While the Senate group continues its work behind the scenes, Crapo said more members of Congress are becoming interested in the efforts a… Continue Reading
March 18, 2011
Crapo: Wolf Agreement a Positive Step
Washington, D.C. - Today's partial settlement of a court case over wolf management could benefit Idaho by returning the species to state management, and Idaho Senator Mike Crapo noted that cooperation should trump court action and bring surer solutions to issues raised under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Crapo is a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, which holds jurisdiction over the ESA, and has been part of a group in Congress advocating legislative solutions to … Continue Reading
March 16, 2011
Crapo: Anniversary Marks Prescription for Deficits, Higher Costs
Washington, DC - One year after the backroom deal that resulted in the passage of the health care reform law, Idaho Senator Mike Crapo says the results are apparent-higher premiums for consumers and business owners, billions in new taxes, special exemptions from the plan for certain groups, and more than 250 new initiatives in the IRS budget for enforcing the new law. "Families are facing premium increases of more than $2,000, according to the Congressional Budget Office, and health costs are … Continue Reading
March 10, 2011
Nuclear Power Touted in Bipartisan Bill
Washington, D.C. - Legislation requiring the U.S. Department of Energy to work more actively with the private sector on nuclear energy partnerships has been introduced in the U.S. Senate. Idaho Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch have co-sponsored the Nuclear Power 2021 Act. The bill would increase the number of small modular nuclear reactors available to produce clean, alternative energy. More than half of the development costs would be paid for by private investors. Other sponsors of the b… Continue Reading
March 09, 2011
Small Brewery Tax Bill Would Create Jobs, Open Markets
Washington, D.C. - Senators Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and John Kerry (D-Massachusetts) today introduced legislation to reduce the beer excise tax for America's small brewers. The Brewer's Employment and Excise Relief (BEER) Act will help create jobs at more than 1,600 small breweries nationwide, which collectively employ nearly 100,000 people. Idaho and Massachusetts are home to dozens of small breweries. "Like any private business, craft brewing is all about supply and demand," said Cra… Continue Reading
March 09, 2011
Crapo, Johnson Introduce Bill to End Shortfall of Veterinarians in Rural Areas
Washington, DC-U.S. Senators Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and Tim Johnson (D-South Dakota) today continued their efforts to end the shortfall of veterinarians in rural areas by introducing the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act of 2011 . The bipartisan bill would help meet the growing demand for veterinarians nationwide by eliminating taxes on programs that encourage veterinarians to practice in underserved areas. This legislation would provide a federal income tax exemption… Continue Reading
March 08, 2011
Crapo: Congress Fiddles While Nation Burns
Washington, D.C. - The debate on Capitol Hill reflects a contrast this week, according to Idaho Senator Mike Crapo: as Senators debate short-term spending bills to keep the government running, they may be ignoring the bigger picture posed by the growing $14 trillion in debt. Crapo joined the chairmen and members of the President's Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform for two presentations today, on Capitol Hill and broadcast on C-SPAN, to urge members of Congress to address more th… Continue Reading
March 07, 2011
Crapo Office Travels to Greenleaf, Mountain Home, Idaho City, Caldwell
Boise - To better assist Idahoans with questions and issues concerning federal agencies and policies, Idaho Senator Mike Crapo's office is increasing its presence in Southwestern Idaho cities. Crapo's staff has begun a regular rotation of remote office hours on behalf of the Senator across the southwest part of the state. Crapo's Regional Director Bryan Ricker will travel to a number of southwest cities and counties on a rotating basis each month. This month, Ricker will be in Boise, Cany… Continue Reading
March 07, 2011
Crapo Seeks to Rein in Energy Prices
Washington, D.C. - Idaho Senator Mike Crapo has co-sponsored two bills that seek to put the brakes on gas price hikes by increasing domestic oil production in Alaska and offshore, and by stopping anticipated tax increases related to increased federal regulations. The No Cost Stimulus Act expands U.S. oil production and seeks to lower prices by easing permitting prices for production on government properties, off-shore and in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). "Opening ANWR to respo… Continue Reading
March 02, 2011
Senators Recognize Civil Air Patrol Members
Washington, D.C. - Idaho Senator Mike Crapo joined Senator Tom Harkin (D-Iowa) to introduce bipartisan legislation awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to members of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) who provided, as civilian volunteers using their own aircraft, extraordinary public and combat emergency services during World War II. Joining Harkin, the Commander of the Congressional Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol, and Crapo in introducing the legislation were Senators Daniel Inouye (D-Hawaii), Olymp… Continue Reading
March 01, 2011
Crapo: GAO Report Shows Immense Duplication in Federal Programs
Washington, D.C. - A new report from the federal government's General Accounting Office (GAO) is fueling the fires for renewed efforts to reduce spending on Capitol Hill, says Idaho Senator Mike Crapo. The GAO report, requested by Senator Tom Coburn (R-Oklahoma), who is working with Crapo in a bipartisan group of six Senators seeking to implement new deficit reduction plans, clearly shows duplication among the efforts of a number of federal programs. Coburn estimates there may be more than $100 … Continue Reading
March 01, 2011
Crapo is Ranking Member on New Fiscal Responsibility Subcommittee
Washington, D.C. - Furthering his leadership in fiscal and budget reform issues, Idaho Senator Mike Crapo will be the lead Republican on a newly-created Senate subcommittee dealing with fiscal, budget and debt issues during the 112th Congress. Crapo has been named Ranking Member of the new Senate Finance Subcommittee on Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Growth. As such, Crapo will work with Subcommittee Chairman Bill Nelson (D-Florida) to consider how Congress will address the spending and fisc… Continue Reading
February 28, 2011
Jim McClure Honored on Floor of the U.S. Senate
Washington, D.C. - Idaho icon and former U.S. Senator Jim McClure was honored today in the Senate Chamber where he spent 18 years working for Idahoans. During a speech on the Senate floor, Idaho Senator Mike Crapo noted McClure's exemplary record of public service to Idaho and the nation, McClure's trailblazing work across the political aisle and the mentor that McClure was for Crapo. Crapo offered this statement in honor of McClure, his wife Louise and the McClure family. STATEMENT HONORING… Continue Reading
February 27, 2011
Crapo Statement on Passing of Senator Jim McClure
Washington, D.C. - Idaho Senator Mike Crapo released this statement on the passing of an Idaho legend, retired U.S. Senator James A. McClure: "Jim McClure set a standard for public servants that will endure for generations. His unfailing good will and respect for others, together with his essential western conservatism, are still the best model for how to engage today's public policy debates. "Jim's legacy as a Congressman and Senator is broad and in many issues such as energy and… Continue Reading
February 17, 2011
Crapo, Colleagues Move to Block Internet Regulation Power Grab
Washington, D.C. - The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) must be stopped in trying to implement rulemaking that could affect Americans' access to the Internet and stifle innovations that have made the Internet a world-wide base for information and technology. That is the message being sent by a Senate Resolution introduced by Idaho Senator Mike Crapo and 38 of his colleagues concerning the so-called "net neutrality" regulations recently approved by the FCC. This action followed similar pre… Continue Reading
February 17, 2011
National Monument Designation Transparency and Accountability Act Introduced
Washington, DC - Congressman Devin Nunes (CA-21) and Senator Mike Crapo (ID) today announced the bi-cameral introduction of legislation that will limit the unchecked Presidential power related to the designation of new national monuments. "The bill that we introduced today will improve the Antiquities Act by limiting the president's unfettered discretion and ensuring a more inclusive designation process," said Rep. Nunes. "This kind of top-down directive is anything but collaborative," Cr… Continue Reading
February 16, 2011
Crapo: Banking Regulators Sacrifice Quality and Fairness In Exchange For Speed
Washington, D.C. - The Dodd-Frank financial reform legislation approved last year by Congress needs careful congressional and public review to ensure it takes into consideration public comments and does not stifle economic recovery, said Idaho Senator Mike Crapo and Republican members of the Senate Banking Committee today. Crapo, Ranking Member Richard Shelby and other Republicans on the committee are requesting that regulators implementing Dodd-Frank rulemakings allow for adequate time for mean… Continue Reading
