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Crapo, Colleagues Urge Biden to Open Japanese Market to $100B U.S. Potato Industry

By East Idaho Times | Apr 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Mike Crapo and nine Senate colleagues have called on President Joe Biden to take action towards opening the Japanese market to U.S. fresh potatoes. In a letter to the President, the Senators emphasized the importance of addressing the longstanding issue and allowing U.S. grown fresh potatoes to be exported to Japan.“We believe the Prime Minister of Japan’s visit to the United States poses an opportunity to address this longstanding issue and make progress in finally allowing U.S. grown fresh potatoes to be exported to Japan,” the Senators wrote.The U.S....

Rep. Simpson Leads Effort to Protect Potatoes’ Classification as a Vegetable

By East Idaho Times | Apr 12, 2024

WASHINGTON— Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson has taken a stand to protect the classification of potatoes as a vegetable in the upcoming Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Alongside Rep. Pingree and 27 other Members of Congress, Rep. Simpson opposes any reclassification of potatoes as a non-vegetable item."Any effort to reclassify the potato would be misguided,” stated Rep. Simpson, emphasizing the nutritional value of potatoes and their significance as a household staple in America.In a letter addressed to the Secretaries of Agriculture and Health & Human Services, the...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Madison County in week ending Apr. 6?

By East Idaho Times | Apr 12, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jefferson County in week ending Apr. 6?

By East Idaho Times | Apr 12, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Jefferson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

How many people were old enough to vote in Madison County during 2021?

By East Idaho Times | Apr 12, 2024

Of the 50,979 citizens living in Madison County in 2021, 72.9% were old enough to vote, equating to 37,160 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

1 gas station in cities throughout Bonneville County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 6

By East Idaho Times | Apr 11, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Bonneville County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Bonneville County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 6

By East Idaho Times | Apr 11, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Bonneville County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Crapo, Risch, Graham Demand Schumer Hold Mayorkas Impeachment Trial

By East Idaho Times | Apr 11, 2024

U.S. Senators Mike Crapo, Jim Risch, and Lindsey Graham, along with 40 Republican Senators, have urged Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to proceed with a trial to consider the impeachment of U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. In a joint statement, the Senators emphasized the urgency of the situation at the southern border, stating, “Our brave men and women at Customs and Border Protection have worked tirelessly to make our nation safer, yet with 7.5 million encounters since President Biden took office, our southern border is a national security...

Crapo Advocates for Improvements in Medicare Clinician Payment System

By East Idaho Times | Apr 11, 2024

Washington D.C.--During a hearing on Medicare clinician payment improvements, U.S. Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) emphasized the importance of addressing the challenges facing the current system. Crapo opened his remarks by highlighting the critical role Medicare plays in providing healthcare for millions of Americans, stating, "Over the next decade, this population will grow by more than 20 percent."Crapo pointed out that the current Medicare policies may not be sufficient to meet the growing needs of the population, emphasizing the urgency...

Crapo, Risch, Shaheen Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Fight Invasive Species

By East Idaho Times | Apr 11, 2024

U.S. Senators Mike Crapo, Jim Risch, and Jeanne Shaheen have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing the issue of invasive species through the collection of fees during the boat registration process. The bill, known as the State Boating Act, seeks to reinstate states' authority to collect these fees to fund programs related to aquatic invasive species, boating safety, search and rescue, and other important initiatives.Senator Crapo highlighted the significance of funding for invasive species mitigation, particularly in light of the presence of quagga mussels...

Crapo, Risch Vote to Stop Biden Admin’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Rule

By East Idaho Times | Apr 11, 2024

Washington, D.C.--U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch (both R-Idaho) have voted in favor of a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution aimed at overturning the Biden Administration’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) rule. The rule in question sought to require states to measure tailpipe emissions and establish declining targets to reduce emissions from roadway travel. Alongside 48 Senate colleagues, Crapo and Risch co-sponsored this resolution.In a statement, Mike Crapo expressed his concerns, stating, "The Biden Administration continues to push its climate...

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Madison County in week ending Apr. 6

By East Idaho Times | Apr 10, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where was the cheapest place to fill up on regular gas in cities in Jefferson County in week ending Apr. 6?

By East Idaho Times | Apr 10, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Fremont County in week ending Apr. 6

By East Idaho Times | Apr 9, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Fremont County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Fremont County in week ending Apr. 6?

By East Idaho Times | Apr 9, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Fremont County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Rep. Simpson Secures Funding for Mackay Dam Rehabilitation

By East Idaho Times | Apr 9, 2024

WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson announced the allocation of $7,082,856 for the Mackay Dam Rehabilitation Project in Custer County, Idaho. The funding was secured through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill.In a statement, Rep. Simpson emphasized the importance of the project, stating, “For nearly a century, the Mackay Dam has safeguarded downriver communities throughout Custer and Butte Counties while supporting Idaho's agricultural prosperity. However, its current condition is in dire need of...

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Crapo, Colleagues Urge Biden to Open Japanese Market to $100B U.S. Potato Industry

Rep. Simpson Leads Effort to Protect Potatoes’ Classification as a Vegetable

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Madison County in week ending Apr. 6?

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jefferson County in week ending Apr. 6?

How many people were old enough to vote in Madison County during 2021?

1 gas station in cities throughout Bonneville County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 6

1 gas station in cities throughout Bonneville County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 6

Crapo, Risch, Graham Demand Schumer Hold Mayorkas Impeachment Trial

Crapo Advocates for Improvements in Medicare Clinician Payment System

Crapo, Risch, Shaheen Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Fight Invasive Species

Crapo, Risch Vote to Stop Biden Admin’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Rule

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Madison County in week ending Apr. 6

Where was the cheapest place to fill up on regular gas in cities in Jefferson County in week ending Apr. 6?

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Fremont County in week ending Apr. 6

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Fremont County in week ending Apr. 6?

Rep. Simpson Secures Funding for Mackay Dam Rehabilitation

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Bonneville County in week ending Apr. 6?

1 gas station in cities throughout Jefferson County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 6

2 gas stations in cities throughout Bonneville County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 6

Cheapest diesel in cities across Madison County in week ending Apr. 6

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