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41 results for “veteran” · Senate · Idaho
Crapo, Murkowski, Schatz Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand and Modernize Native Housing Programs
VASH program and ensures dedicated resources for Native veterans experiencing or at-risk of homelessness Enhances Tribal self
Crapo, Shaheen Bill to Curb Veteran Overdoses Advances out of Committee
Hampshire) took a meaningful step forward. The bipartisanEnd Veterans Overdose Act, which seeks to help battle the ongoing … substance use disorder crisis among veterans by increasing access to lifesaving overdose reversal agents, advanced
Risch, King Introduce Bill to Correct Veteran Burial Benefits
Angus King (I-Maine) today introduced the Veteran Burial Benefit Correction Act , a legislative fix to correct … disparity in funeral and burial benefits for veterans who die from service-connected disabilities. “Our nation’s veterans
Support Grows for Crapo’s Bill to Expedite Recovery of Missing Servicemembers
missing in action (MIA) is garnering support from veterans advocacy organizations. U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-New Hampshire
Risch Names Noble-T Arbor as February Small Business of the Month
services while giving back to local children and veteran organizations.” Idaho is consistently ranked
Crapo, Shaheen Introduce New Bipartisan Legislation to Remove Barriers to Life-Saving Overdose Reversal Treatments for Veterans
substance use disorder crisis among our nation’s veterans by removing barriers to life-saving overdose reversal agents … million, or 14 percent of all U.S. veterans, reportinghaving at least one substance use disorder
Risch Urges VA to Build National Veterans Cemetery in North Idaho
Risch (R-Idaho) today urged the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to honor Idaho’s veterans by building … national cemetery in North Idaho. “While veterans in southern Idaho are well-served by VA national and grant
Crapo, Reed Legislation to Eliminate Barriers to Housing Assistance for Veterans to Become Law
passage of their bipartisan, bicameral legislation, the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act. The U.S. Senate unanimously passed … legislation, which exempts veteran disability benefits from being included as income when determining eligibility for Community Development Block
Crapo, King Introduce Bill to Streamline State Veterans Home Inspections
Angus King (I-Maine) today introduced the State Veterans Home Inspection Simplification Act, which would streamline redundant inspection … requirements for State Veterans Homes (SVHs) nationwide. Under current law, all SVHs must undergo an annual inspection survey
Risch Names Zero Dark Thirty Coffee as December Small Business of the Month
Idaho; it provides critical support to our veterans, first responders, and their families,” said Risch. “After years … enforcement, Jarad Webb is giving back to veterans like himself who struggled with PTSD to ensure no warrior
Finance Committee Advances Social Security, USTR, HHS Nominations
action and congratulate each nominee. “As a veteran of Capitol Hill, Mr. Mody is well equipped to assist
24 Idahoans Receive Crapo's Spirit of Freedom Award
recognized for exemplary service to nation, Idaho's veterans Washington, D.C.--U.S. Senator for Idaho Mike Crapo announced … recipients of his 2025 Spirit of Freedom: Idaho Veteran Service Award. The honorees--10 veterans and 14 volunteers
Risch Statement on Government Funding
appropriations bills to fund the Military, Construction, and Veteran Affairs, Agriculture, and Legislative Branch. “As I have long … said Risch. “We must ensure SNAP recipients and veterans can access assistance, and that our military, air traffic
Risch Honors Veteran-Owned Small Businesses
WASHINGTON – In honor of Veterans Day, U.S. Senator Jim Risch, a senior member and former chairman … Business and Entrepreneurship, announced the recognition of seven veteran-owned small businesses from across the Gem State
Crapo Statement on Senate Vote to Reopen Government
appropriations for Agriculture, Legislative Branch and Military Construction-Veterans Affairs programs for the remainder of Fiscal Year … three appropriations bills we also advanced support our veterans, invest in rural communities, protect our national security
Finance Committee Advances Treasury, IRS Nominations
code is enforced fairly and impartially. As a veteran of Capitol Hill, I am sure Mr. Theurer will
Risch Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Boise Veterans Home
statement celebrating the groundbreaking of the Boise State Veterans Home’s new skilled nursing care replacement facility … this modernization project moved forward for Idaho’s veterans. These brave men and women risked everything
Risch Urges VA to Ensure Veterans With Service-Related Conditions Receive Full Benefits
Idaho) today sent a letter to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Doug Collins urging … error by the Biden administration unfairly denying veterans with service-related conditions their hard-earned benefits. “[. . .] under
ICYMI: Fulfilling Our Promises: Idaho’s Veterans Deserve Our Best
commitment to safeguarding the rights of Idaho veterans by breaking down barriers to their hard-earned benefits … issues, cutting through red tape, and solving problems. Veterans and military families experiencing challenges with federal programs
Crapo Statement at USTR, HHS, Treasury Nominations Hearing
direction of the Department. Mr. Theurer is a veteran of Capitol Hill and undoubtedly understands the importance
Crapo, Blumenthal, Warren File Major Richard Star Act as Amendment to Must-Pass Defense Bill
amendment to the NDAA would deliver combat-injured veterans their full earned disability compensation and retirement pay Washington … bill, theNational Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Currently, only veterans with disability ratings above 50 percent and more than