By Congressman Russ Fulcher December 17, 2025 Idahoans deserve affordable and flexible healthcare plans that meet their needs. Earlier this month, I introduced the Removing Insurance Gaps for Health Treatment (RIGHT) Act of 2025. Current short-term limited-duration insurance (STLDI) plans only allow for coverage up to a total of four...

When did donating to nonprofits become compulsory?

By Maxford Nelson, Director of Research and Government Affairs at the Freedom Foundation | Originally published at freedomfoundation.com There are few opponents of traditional values and fundamental American principles more powerful than the two large teachers unions: the Washington, D.C.-based National Education Association (NEA) and the American Federation of Teachers...

What happens when Americans can no longer read for themselves?

By Rebecca Falcon | Originally published at Observer News Group In 2024, the citizens of South Bannock County stood together to stop an industrial solar/battery energy complex from being constructed on 2400 acres of the Marsh Valley floor. This was only one of 4 proposed solar installations, but it would...

Catching up on the week's news.

By Congressman Mike Simpson Dear Friend, Farmers in Idaho and nationwide received great news earlier this week when President Trump announced $12 billion in aid for American farmers. This administration is standing with America’s farmers by working to rebuild the farm economy and provide relief from years of the Biden administration’s failed...

By Secretary of State Phil McGrane Highlights from the Idaho Secretary of State’s OfficeDecember 12, 2025 Leading with Purpose: Idaho’s Influence The best policies don’t come from the biggest states; they come from places that get it right. My short but impactful trip to Washington, DC confirmed to me that...

By Attorney General Raúl Labrador Dear Friends, Last week I traveled to Idaho Falls to recognize two detectives who’ve spent years tracking down some of the worst criminals in our state. Detective Jared Mendenhall of the Idaho Falls Police Department and Detective Korey Payne of the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office...

By Idaho GOP Chairwoman Dorothy Moon Next month, thousands of families across Idaho will apply for the Parental Choice Tax Credit. Students in non-public schools will be eligible for up to $5,000 in reimbursements—whether for tuition, tutoring, materials, or other educational costs. Unfortunately, the program could be derailed before it...

Honoring a selfless citizen legislator.

Does "Idaho's most effective business lobby" support conservative values?

By Sen. Jim Risch Click the photos to watch Senator Risch speak in support of the No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act. U.S. tax dollars should not be in the hands of terrorists. Yesterday, I spoke on the Senate floor demanding immediate passage of the No Tax Dollars for Terrorists...

By Brent Regan Last February there was an apparent coordinated effort to disrupt a Republican Town Hall event featuring local legislators. The guests were advised by me and the Master of Ceremonies that good behavior was expected and that people who refused to respect the rights of others would be...

See data from several different legislative scorecards all in one place.

Recognizing a job well done.

By Matt Edwards, Citizens Alliance of Idaho, and Katherine Hartley, Pacific Justice Institute Imagine it’s midnight and a broken gas line inside the kitchen of a local church ignites a fire that consumes the empty building as it sits alone, lighting up the night sky on the open prairie. Concerned...

Cartels Are Running the Businesses You Use Every Day.

Catching up on the week's news.

By Congressman Mike Simpson Dear Friend, Earlier this week was World Nuclear Energy Day! In Idaho, we know a little something about nuclear energy. Our great state and the Idaho National Laboratory have led the way in powering the future.  Also, in Idaho, we understand how significant canals are to our...

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By Secretary of State Phil McGrane Inside Idaho’s Evolving Lobbying Landscape Every December, the Associated Taxpayers of Idaho conference marks the unofficial start of the legislative season. For our office, it has also become a moment to pull back the curtain and share what’s possible when good data meets meaningful...

By Attorney General Raúl Labrador Dear Friends, Last month, our entire office gathered at the Idaho State Capitol for our annual Office Wide Meeting. Every November, we bring everyone together to look back on the year’s work and recognize the people who made it happen. My Chief of Staff Phil...

Dismantling Congressman John James’s App Store Accountability Act (a Masterclass in Corporate Manipulation)

It's important to tune out the gossip and babble.

By Tim Oren Scorecards, scorecards, get yer scorecards. Can’t tell tha playas without a scorecard! Bygone ballpark chant Idaho has legislative scorecards. Boy, do we. IFF has one, ILA has one, the state GOP has one, CPAC has one, Club for Growth has one. That’s for just one ‘team’, there’s...

By Brent Regan We live in a time of stark political dichotomy where a person’s interpretation of facts depends on their political affiliations. People will see some action of President Trump as MAGA or fascist, depending on their political party and their news sources. Scott Adams has referred to this...

By Idaho GOP Chairwoman Dorothy Moon Something I’ve noticed in my three and a half years as Idaho GOP chair is that everyone wants to use the party’s resources and infrastructure for their own crusades. At the State Convention in Twin Falls in 2022, when I was first elected, grassroots...

By Sen. Jim Risch Power and water are vital resources in the Gem State. In a recent interview with The Ranch Podcast, I discussed my work in Washington, D.C., to meet growing energy demands and ensure Idaho’s water supply is secure. As we deploy new technologies and bring manufacturing back...

What did we learn from the Tennessee race and Idaho runoffs?

How to support your body during flu season with smart nutrition, supplements, and simple natural remedies.

I know because, I did it.

Idaho elections look sketchy. The November 4th election seemed to be the gift that kept on giving, and now that it's finally over, we’re officially at the point of questioning whether “free and secure elections” actually means anything at all. Not only did we watch the unfolding of events that...

A vast political machine is working hard to get its candidate into office.

Lucas Cayler and I are asking for your help with our re-election campaigns so we can continue to work for you and the people of District 11