Risch Bills to Bolster Public Lands, Idaho Water Advance to Senate Floor
Barrasso (R-Wyo.), would cut red tape hindering forest management projects and increase the use of existing resources
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Risch Names June Small Businesses of the Month During Support Local Gems Initiative
spot for visitors exploring the Salmon-Challis National Forest. Weiser Classic Candy: Patrick Nauman’s dream of owning
Risch, Crapo Join Bill to Strengthen Public Lands
recreation groups, including the Idaho Conservation Corps, Idaho Forest Group, Idaho Outfitters and Guides Association, Idaho Recreation Council … said Jeff Parker, Idaho Conservation Corps CEO. “Idaho Forest Group greatly appreciates Senators Risch and Crapo for their
Crapo, Risch Join Bill to Strengthen Public Lands
recreation groups, including the Idaho Conservation Corps, Idaho Forest Group, Idaho Outfitters and Guides Association, Idaho Recreation Council … said Jeff Parker, Idaho Conservation Corps CEO. “Idaho Forest Group greatly appreciates Senators Risch and Crapo for their
Risch, King Introduce Resolution Celebrating 154th Arbor Day
Arbor Day. The resolution promotes productive forests and encourages the planting of trees across the U.S. “Idaho … poster child for how effective, active forest management improves forest health, supports conservation, and reduces the risk
Idaho Congressional Delegation, State Treasurer announce $24 million in Secure Rural Schools payments for local counties
counties containing tracts of federally-owned, tax-exempt forest land support essential local services and infrastructure. Funding … other revenue generating activities within U.S. national forests
Idaho Congressional Delegation, State Treasurer Announce Secure Rural Schools Payments
roads, bridges and other infrastructure projects. The U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Bureau of Land Management administer … specifically assists counties containing tracts of federally owned forest land that are tax-exempt. The program provides payments
President Trump Acknowledges Importance of Crapo’s Push for Secure Rural Schools
House to call for permanent solution for rural, forested counties Washington, D.C.--U.S. Senator for Idaho Mike Crapo … need for a long-term solution for rural, forested counties: “This is critical legislation to our rural communities
Idaho Delegation Celebrates SRS Reauthorization for Rural Idaho Counties
within their boundaries,”said Julia Lauch, Idaho State Forester.“The impact is greatest in rural counties dominated
Idaho, Oregon Senators Celebrate SRS Reauthorization for Rural Idaho and Oregon Counties
within their boundaries,”said Julia Lauch, Idaho State Forester.“The impact is greatest in rural counties dominated
Crapo Bill to Restore Funding for Rural Idaho Counties to Become Law
schools, roads and emergency response services in rural, forested counties,”said Crapo.“We have a responsibility to these
Crapo, Risch, Bennet, Hickenlooper, Luján Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Invest in America’s Forests and Watersheds
Headwaters Protection Act to invest in America’s forests and watersheds by expanding two key U.S. Forest Service … control over private lands.” “When managed properly, National Forests can provide the foundation for healthy watersheds, providing clean
Risch, Crapo Celebrate Senate Passage of Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization
passage of their legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Forest Service’s Secure Rural Schools and Self-Determination Program
Crapo, Wyden, Risch, Merkley Celebrate Senate Passage of Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization
must act to fulfill federal responsibility for rural, forested counties Washington, D.C.--U.S. Senators Mike Crapo (R-Idaho … theirlegislation, S. 356, to reauthorize the U.S. Forest Service’s Secure Rural Schools and Self-Determination Program
Risch on Trump Executive Order to Mitigate Wildfire
reduce fire risk.” Senator Risch, as a trained forester, has long sought to create meaningful, effective policies … build healthier, more resilient forests; better fight fires; and aid the communities hurt by these disasters. Senator Risch
Risch, Crapo, Lummis Introduce Bill to Protect Firefighters, Communities from Wildfire Threats
their colleagues in introducing the Forest Protection and Wildland Firefighter Safety Act of 2025 to safeguard firefighters, communities … delayed by extremist, activist litigants,” said Risch. “The Forest Protection and Wildland Firefighter Safety Act ensures timely access
Crapo, Risch, Lummis Introduce Bill to Protect Firefighters, Communities from Wildfire Threats
delayed by extremist, activist litigants,”said Risch.“The Forest Protection and Wildland Firefighter Safety Act ensures timely access … fire retardant and protects Idaho’s communities, forests and way of life.” “In Wyoming and across the West
Crapo, Merkley Lead Bipartisan Effort to Expand Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration
Oregon) teamed up to introduce the bipartisanCollaborative Forest Landscape Restoration (CFLR) Program Reauthorization Act of 2025. This legislation … program, which helps fund collaborative and community-based forest management. The CFLR program has a proven track record
Crapo Announces New Hires, Staff Changes
Legislative Aide. He graduated from Wake Forest University with a degree in politics. As a Legislative Assistant, Matthew
Crapo, Bennet, Marshall Lead Senate Push to Address Shortages in TSP Access
assistance to agricultural producers and forest landowners to address natural resources concerns with regard to soil erosion, water
Risch Congratulates Idaho’s Tom Schultz on Appointment to Chief of U.S. Forest Service
21st chief of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service. “Congratulations to Idaho’s own Tom Schultz … being named the 21st Chief of the U.S. Forest Service. Tom is a forester’s forester. With over
Crapo Backs Bill to Stop Ban of Traditional Ammo and Tackle
USFWS), Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and U.S. Forest Service from banning the use of lead ammunition
Crapo Backs Bicameral Legislation to Support Family-Run Timber Industry
while also restoring health and resiliency to our forests.” This legislation would allow teenage members of logging families