By Congressman Mike Simpson
Dear Friend,
It was a busy week back in DC! The House passed several critical bills, including legislation that would make Daylight Savings Time permanent year-round and end the twice-annual clock change. You can learn more about the Sunshine Protection Act below.
Earlier this week, the House Natural Resources Committee held an oversight hearing to tackle the ongoing Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons crisis. I have been raising awareness about this and will continue to use my role as Chairman of the House Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee to support the federal agencies working to address this crisis.
In addition to attending hearings and voting on legislation, I also had some great meetings this week! I was especially pleased to sit down with the Idaho FFA elected state officer team. Thanks for swinging by!
Making Daylight Savings Time Permanent
Every Idahoan I’ve spoken to dreads the seasonal time change. Over the years, it has become increasingly clear that making this change will benefit farmers, outdoor recreationists, employers, and even public safety.
The vast majority of Americans support locking the clock, and the Sunshine Protection Act is a common-sense reform. Learn more about this bill here.
Hearing on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Crisis
Although I do not sit on the House Natural Resources Committee, I was thankful to be invited to the critical hearing on the missing and murdered Indigenous persons crisis. Investigating this tragic issue has remained one of my top priorities.
The rates of this crisis, both in Idaho and nationwide, are staggering and unacceptable. I will continue to use my role in Congress to address this.
Meeting with Idaho FFA Officer Team
Thousands of Idaho students benefit from FFA programs throughout the state every year. I enjoyed meeting with the Idaho FFA elected state officer team and hearing about their career aspirations and the significant role agricultural education has played in their lives.
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About Mike Simpson
An Idaho native, Mike Simpson was born in Burley and raised in Blackfoot. His political career began in 1980, when he was elected to the Blackfoot City Council. In 1984, he was elected to the Idaho Legislature where he served until 1998, the last six years serving as Speaker. Mike is currently serving his fourteenth term in the House of Representatives for Idaho’s second congressional district. Visit https://simpson.house.gov/ to learn more or find contact info.
