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Author: Jim Risch

Jim Risch proudly represents the people of Idaho in the United States Senate. He currently chairs the Foreign Relations Committee and sits on the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Risch previously served as Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and State Senator. For the latest press releases and constituent services visit risch.senate.gov.

Opinion

RISCH: Protecting Religious Freedom Today and Every Day

By Sen. Jim Risch Today, on National Religious Freedom Day, I join many Idahoans in celebrating our right...

Jim RischJan 16, 2026

Press Release

RELEASE: Risch Urges VA to Build National Veterans Cemetery in North Idaho

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 15, 2025 Contact:Madison HardyJanessa Tolman WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) today urged the...

Jim RischJan 15, 2026

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RELEASE: Risch Announces Class of 2030 U.S. Military Service Academy Nominations

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 15, 2025 Contact:Madison HardyJanessa Tolman WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) announced his nominations...

Jim RischJan 15, 2026

Press Release

RELEASE: Risch Introduces Resolution in Support of Religious Freedom

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 14, 2025 Contact:Madison HardyJanessa Tolman WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) introduced legislation expressing...

Jim RischJan 14, 2026

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