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Senators introduce resolution to counter Biden's ATF rule
U.S. Senators Mike Crapo, Jim Risch (both R-Idaho), John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina) have introduced a joint resolution of disapproval to counter the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ (ATF) rule on the definition of “Engaged in the Business” as a Dealer in Firearms. The senators argue that this rule ignores both the law and congressional intent, while also violating the Constitution by requiring anyone who sells a firearm to register as a federal firearm licensee.
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Idaho congressional delegation calls for protection for Jewish students
Amid rising protests across American colleges and universities, U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch, along with U.S. Representatives Mike Simpson and Russ Fulcher (all R-Idaho), are seeking answers from the U.S. Department of Education. They have called on U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona to create and distribute a best practices guide for universities to handle protests on campuses appropriately.
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Senators introduce bill to repeal Biden's arms embargo on Israel
On May 15, 2024, U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) joined forces with Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and fourteen other Senate colleagues to introduce the Israel Security Assistance Support Act. This legislation aims to compel the Biden Administration to supply critical weapons to Israel. The introduction of this bill follows President Biden's announcement that his administration would withhold certain weapons from Israel if it carried out a full-scale ground invasion of Rafah in Gaza.
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Senators introduce resolution to overturn BLM's new oil and gas rule
U.S. Senators Mike Crapo, Jim Risch (both R-Idaho) and Steve Daines (R-Montana) have introduced a Congressional Review Act resolution aimed at overturning the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) recent Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process. The new rule is expected to significantly increase royalties, rates, minimum bids, costs and bonding requirements for oil and gas producers on federal lands. This could potentially make it virtually impossible for small energy producers to continue operations.
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Crapo and colleagues introduce resolution against Biden's Israel weapons policy
On May 10, 2024, U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and his colleagues introduced a Senate resolution condemning any action by the Biden Administration to withhold or restrict weapons for Israel. The resolution has been cosponsored by a total of 48 Republican senators.
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Senators introduce No HAMAS Act to revoke aid for law-breaking students
U.S. Senator Mike Crapo, along with his colleagues, has introduced the No Higher Education Assistance for Mobs of Antisemitic and Terrorist Sympathizing Students (No HAMAS) Act. The legislation is led by Senator Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina) and comes as a direct response to the unlawful antisemitic, pro-Hamas encampments and riots that have occurred nationwide. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Josh Hawley (R-Missouri), Steve Daines (R-Montana), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tennessee), and Pete Ricketts (R-Nebraska) are also backing the...
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Senators introduce NOPE Act to limit US funding to UN
U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) has joined 24 Senate colleagues in introducing the No Official Palestine Entry (NOPE) Act. This legislation aims to update existing funding prohibitions that would lead the United States to cease assistance to entities granting additional rights and privileges to the Palestinian Authority.
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Senators oppose Air Force proposal to override governors' authority
On May 9, 2024, U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch (both R-Idaho) led a bipartisan group of colleagues in opposing a proposal from the U.S. Air Force (USAF). The proposal seeks to transfer U.S. National Guard units performing space missions to the U.S. Space Force, bypassing governor approval—a move that breaks with longstanding precedent.
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Idaho Congressional Delegation Hosts Passport Fairs across the State
U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch and U.S. Representatives Mike Simpson and Russ Fulcher (all R-Idaho), in coordination with the U.S. Department of State, announced seven “Passport Fairs” to be held throughout the state from May 29 to June 1, 2024. The fairs held in Sandpoint, Idaho Falls, Coeur d’Alene, Moscow, Pocatello, Twin Falls, and Meridian will assist Idahoans with passport needs closer to home.
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Crapo, Risch Sponsor Resolution Condemning Campus Antisemitism
U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch, both Republicans from Idaho, have taken a firm stance against antisemitism by sponsoring a resolution to condemn the recent surge of antisemitism on U.S. college campuses. The resolution, spearheaded by Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina, denounces university presidents who have failed to address antisemitism and calls on the U.S. Department of Education to ensure compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act."Our country is failing Jewish students by letting antisemitism run rampant on America’s college campuses," said Senator...
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Crapo, Risch, Fulcher, Ricketts, Sullivan Introduce Legislation to Overturn Biden’s EV Mandates
Washington, D.C.--U.S. Senators Mike Crapo, Jim Risch (both R-Idaho), Pete Ricketts (R-Nebraska), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and U.S. Representatives Russ Fulcher (R-Idaho) have introduced legislation to block the Biden administration’s electric vehicle mandates. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently finalized new emissions regulations that would require a significant portion of new vehicles to be electric in the coming years.Crapo criticized the regulations, stating, “These rules represent yet another attempt by the Biden Administration to force its radical...
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Crapo, Risch Join Letter Demanding Biden Reject “Unacceptable” WHO Agreements
Washington, D.C.--U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch (both R-Idaho) have joined the entire Senate Republican conference in sending a letter to President Biden, urging him to reject two international agreements being considered at the World Health Assembly. The agreements, if supported, could grant more authority to the World Health Organization (WHO) and potentially compromise United States sovereignty.In the letter, Senators Crapo and Risch expressed their concerns about the WHO's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, describing it as a failure that caused lasting harm...
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Senators Introduce Bill to Prevent Student Loan Forgiveness for Campus Criminals
U.S. Senators Mike Crapo, Jim Risch, and Tom Cotton, along with other colleagues, have introduced the No Bailouts for Campus Criminals Act, aimed at preventing student loan forgiveness for protestors convicted of crimes on college campuses. The bill is a response to the rise of antisemitic protests on campuses across the United States.“This legislation sends a strong message that criminal activity will not be tolerated on America’s college campuses, especially when it promotes antisemitism,” said Senator Crapo.Senator Risch expressed his concerns about the student loan...
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Crapo, Risch, Hagerty Introduce Resolution to Block Biden Admin Rule Restricting Americans’ Second Amendment Rights
U.S. Senators Mike Crapo, Jim Risch, and Bill Hagerty have announced their plans to file a Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval to block the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security interim final rule, which restricts Americans' Second Amendment rights. Senator Crapo stated, “The Biden Administration continues to seek underhanded methods of advancing its anti-gun agenda.” Senator Risch added, “The Biden administration will use every method available to restrict Americans’ ability to lawfully purchase or sell firearms.” Senator Hagerty...
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Crapo, Luján Call for House to Hold Vote on Downwinders Legislation
Washington, D.C.--U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-New Mexico) are urging House Speaker Mike Johnson to take immediate action to pass the Radiation Exposure Compensation Reauthorization Act (RECA). In a bipartisan effort, the lawmakers stressed the importance of signing RECA into law to support communities affected by the United States' nuclear testing program.“Between 1945 and 1992, the U.S. conducted 206 above-ground nuclear weapons tests, dispersing radioactive material across vast swathes of the nation,” the lawmakers wrote. “The...
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Senators Crapo and Risch Comment on Senate Passage of National Security Supplemental Package
U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch have shared their thoughts on the recent Senate passage of the national security supplemental package.Crapo highlighted the importance of the legislation in addressing external threats from countries like Russia, China, and Iran. He emphasized the significance of sanctions on adversaries and protections for Americans. Crapo also noted the support for Israel and measures to counter Iranian oil processing. Additionally, he mentioned provisions to combat the fentanyl epidemic and enhance America's energy independence and military...
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Crapo, Risch, Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Protect Jewish Students from Antisemitic Mobs
U.S. Senators Mike Crapo, Jim Risch, and their Republican colleagues have called on the Biden administration to take action and protect Jewish students from antisemitic mobs on college campuses. In a letter addressed to Attorney General Merrick Garland and Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, the Senators emphasized the need to restore order and ensure the safety of Jewish students who have been targeted.The Senators, including Tom Cotton from Arkansas, Lindsey Graham from South Carolina, and Mitch McConnell from Kentucky, among others, urged for immediate action in...
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Idaho Congressional Delegation, State Treasurer Announce Secure Rural Schools Payments
Idaho counties will receive a total of $22.8 million in payments for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 under the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) program. U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch, along with Representative Mike Simpson and Idaho State Treasurer Julie Ellsworth, made the announcement in Boise, Idaho.Senator Crapo emphasized the importance of finding a permanent solution for funding rural counties, stating, "SRS payments are essential for rural counties across Idaho and the West, but a permanent solution is needed." Senator Risch echoed this sentiment, pointing out the impact...
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Crapo Legislation to Defund Biden’s Electric Vehicle Mandate Receives Senate Vote
U.S. Senator Mike Crapo's bipartisan legislation to defund the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Rule aimed at transitioning from gas-powered vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) received a vote in the U.S. Senate. Senator Crapo expressed his concerns about the EPA's rule, stating, "The EPA's rule is the most aggressive form of tailpipe emissions standards ever crafted, and imposes a de facto EV mandate on the American people." He further added, "These emissions standards go too far, and will restrict affordable vehicle choices for families, harm U.S. businesses,...
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Crapo, Risch, Tuberville Introduce Bill to Enhance Transparency on Taxpayer-Funded Abortions at VA
U.S. Senators Mike Crapo, Jim Risch, and Tommy Tuberville have introduced the VA Abortion Transparency Act, aiming to increase transparency for taxpayers regarding abortions facilitated by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).Crapo expressed his concerns about the Biden Administration's approach, stating, “The Biden Administration’s thinly-veiled workaround forces taxpayers to fund abortion, violating both federal law and congressional intent. This bill gives American taxpayers the transparency they deserve through enhancing reporting requirements at the VA.”Risch...