FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 1, 2026
CONTACT: Kyra Smith (Crapo)
Washington, D.C.—The U.S. Senate unanimously approved a Senate resolution designating September 20-26, 2026, as National Forensic Science Week. U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) introduced the resolution to honor the role forensic science plays in administering justice, holding offenders accountable and exonerating the innocent.
“Forensic science practitioners, researchers and administrators do important work every day to help ensure justice is served and the truth comes to light,” said Crapo. “National Forensic Science Week is an opportunity to thank these dedicated professionals, including the outstanding men and women at the Idaho State Police Forensic Services Laboratories, the Boise City Police Crime Laboratory, the Nampa City Police Crime Laboratory, the Canyon County Crime Laboratory, the Ada County Sheriff’s Office Forensic Science Laboratory and at coroner offices all over Idaho for the skill, care and integrity they bring to their work on behalf of our communities.”
“The State of Idaho is an important contributor to the criminal justice system through internationally recognized work in many forensic science fields. National Forensic Science Week is a time to celebrate the exceptional professionals working in this field, the outstanding work they accomplish, and the commitment they have to solving crimes and strengthening the criminal justice system in Idaho,” said Matthew Gamette, Idaho State Police Forensic Services Laboratory System Director. “Senator Crapo is an ardent supporter of forensic science work in the United States and specifically in Idaho. We appreciate all of his efforts and specifically this recognition that we celebrate this week.”
The resolution is co-sponsored by Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Peter Welch (D-Vermont).
Read the full text of the resolution HERE.
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About Mike Crapo
Senator Mike Crapo has represented Idaho in the Senate since 1999, following three terms in the U.S. House and eight years in the Idaho State Senate. A lifelong Idahoan, he currently serves as Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee.
