THE SIMPSON STANDARD: August 2nd, 2026
Congressman Mike Simpson recaps the ribbon cutting for INL's critical mineral processing demonstration, funding for University of Idaho's potato breeding facilities, and a Forest Service roundtable.
MCGRANE: Are You Smarter Than a Fourth Grader?
Secretary of State Phil McGrane shares fun facts behind Idaho's official state symbols, from the Oryctodromeus to the Star Garnet, ahead of a November advisory vote on a proposed state gun.
LABRADOR LETTER: Touring Idaho’s New Firing Squad Chamber
Attorney General Raúl Labrador reflects on touring Idaho's newly completed execution chamber and the legal process behind carrying out a death sentence.
THE SIMPSON STANDARD: July 26th, 2026
Congressman Mike Simpson recaps a busy week in DC, including passage of the NDAA, the Stop Insider Trading Act, and the Action for Dental Health Act reauthorization.
MCGRANE: This Wasn’t in the Job Description
Secretary of State Phil McGrane reflects on building a "Happy, Honest" feedback culture in his office, inspired by lessons from General James Mattis and a leadership book club.
LABRADOR LETTER: Defending Federal Rule Blocking Illegal Immigrants from Obtaining Commercial Drivers Licenses
Attorney General Raúl Labrador's weekly newsletter on defending the federal rule blocking illegal immigrants from obtaining commercial driver's licenses.
Congressman Fulcher’s Legislative Update: July 23, 2026
Congressman Russ Fulcher's newsletter keeps Idahoans updated on what's going on in our state and in DC.
THE SIMPSON STANDARD: July 19th, 2026
Congressman Mike Simpson recaps a busy week in DC — the House's move to make Daylight Saving Time permanent, a hearing on the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons crisis, and meeting with Idaho's FFA state officer team.
MCGRANE: Why We Keep Talking About Election Security
Secretary of State Phil McGrane on Idaho's voter roll security, federal recognition of the state's election integrity work, and his year as NASS Secretary.
LABRADOR LETTER: Record Results for Idaho Consumers
Attorney General Raúl Labrador's weekly newsletter on record results from his Consumer Protection Division's voluntary mediation program.
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