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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: My Plan to Lower Costs for Idaho Families

By Sen. Jim Risch Idahoans are raised on a basic truth: “Hard work pays off.” Yet, every grocery...

Jim RischFeb 6, 2026

Opinion

RISCH: Your Voice in the U.S. Senate

By Sen. Jim Risch I’m proud to work on behalf of Idahoans and ensure your voices are heard...

Jim RischFeb 2, 2026

Opinion

RISCH: The Senate Must Permanently Defund the Taliban

By Sen. Jim Risch Not one penny of Idahoans’ hard-earned tax dollars should ever end up in the...

Jim RischJan 30, 2026

Opinion

RISCH: 365 Days of Idaho Wins Under President Trump

By Sen. Jim Risch Idaho is better off with President Trump in the White House. Over the past...

Jim RischJan 20, 2026

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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