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Crapo Condemns Biden Administration’s Housing Policies Contributing to Record Homelessness

By East Idaho Times | Mar 21, 2024

Senator Mike Crapo and seven other Senate Banking Committee Republicans have criticized the Biden Administration for its handling of homelessness, attributing the issue to the administration's policies and unspent funds. In a letter addressed to the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Senators expressed their concerns regarding the record levels of homelessness and the lack of action taken by the administration.“This surge in homelessness cannot be blamed on a lack of funding for federal housing programs,” stated the Senators in...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Bonneville County in week ending Mar. 16?

By East Idaho Times | Mar 20, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Bonneville County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Crapo, Risch, Fulcher Push U.S. Fish and Wildlife to Change Flawed, Harmful Endangered Species Listings

By East Idaho Times | Mar 20, 2024

Washington, D.C.--U.S. Senators Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and U.S. Representative Russ Fulcher have raised concerns regarding the flawed and harmful endangered species listings under the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In a joint letter addressed to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Director Martha Williams, the Members expressed the need for the agency to reevaluate its use of distinct population segments in the Endangered Species Act listings.The Members highlighted the negative impacts of these listings, stating, "These legally and biologically flawed listings...

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Crapo Statement at Hearing on SSA FY 2025 Budget

By East Idaho Times | Mar 20, 2024

Washington, D.C.--U.S. Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) addressed the President’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Request for the Social Security Administration (SSA) at a hearing with Commissioner Martin O’Malley.Crapo opened his remarks by thanking Senator Wyden and Commissioner O’Malley for their presence, emphasizing the importance of discussing the SSA's budget. He acknowledged Commissioner O’Malley's commitment to improving customer service within the SSA during his nomination hearing.Throughout the hearing, Crapo expressed his interest in...

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Fremont County in week ending Mar. 16

By East Idaho Times | Mar 19, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Fremont County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Fremont County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Mar. 16

By East Idaho Times | Mar 19, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Fremont County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Crapo, Risch, Barrasso Pushback on Biden Effort to Harm Apprenticeship System

By East Idaho Times | Mar 19, 2024

U.S. Senators Mike Crapo, Jim Risch, and John Barrasso have raised concerns over the Biden Administration's proposed changes to the National Apprenticeship System. In a joint statement, the Senators expressed their opposition to the "the National Apprenticeship System Enhancements" rule, which they believe would impose unnecessary regulatory burdens on apprenticeship programs across the country.According to the Senators, the proposed rule would introduce rigid requirements for on-the-job and classroom training hours, potentially leading to the termination of non-union...

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Where was the cheapest place to fill up on regular gas in cities in Jefferson County in week ending Mar. 16?

By East Idaho Times | Mar 18, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Crapo, Risch, McConnell Push back on EPA’s Regulatory Overkill

By East Idaho Times | Mar 18, 2024

U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch, along with Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, are leading an effort to oppose the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) new rule tightening fine particulate matter (PM2.5) standards. McConnell and 45 Senate Republicans have introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to prevent the EPA from enforcing this regulation.Senator Crapo expressed his concern, stating, "The United States has some of the cleanest air in the world and continues to make strong progress on many fronts to reduce its emissions footprint. Yet,...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jefferson County in week ending Mar. 16?

By East Idaho Times | Mar 17, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Jefferson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former East Idaho Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18?

By East Idaho Times | Mar 17, 2024

This former East Idaho Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18.

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East Idaho Times area weekly mass times

By East Idaho Times | Mar 16, 2024

The following parishes in the East Idaho Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Fremont County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Mar. 9

By East Idaho Times | Mar 15, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Fremont County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where was the cheapest place to fill up on premium gas in cities in Jefferson County in week ending Mar. 9?

By East Idaho Times | Mar 15, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Jefferson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Simpson Cosponsors Bill to Support Idaho State Veterans Homes

By East Idaho Times | Mar 15, 2024

"WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson has cosponsored the Waiving Arbitrary and Inconsistent Veteran Home Requirements (WAIVER) Act, a bill aimed at supporting Idaho State Veterans Homes. The legislation would compel the United States Veterans Administration (VA) to issue waivers for veterans’ health and housing facilities that were approved prior to the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA).In a statement, Rep. Simpson emphasized the importance of the VA honoring its waiver commitment to fulfill promises made to veterans: "It’s important for the VA to follow...

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Jefferson County in week ending Mar. 9

By East Idaho Times | Mar 14, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Simpson Secures Funding for Butte County Buildings

By East Idaho Times | Mar 14, 2024

WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson has successfully secured $1,852,000 for the Butte County Buildings Infrastructure Project in Butte County, Idaho. The funding was included at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in the Fiscal Year 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill.In response to criticisms about CPF projects, Congressman Simpson emphasized the importance of such initiatives, stating that they allow Members of Congress to allocate funds back to their respective states...

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Crapo, Wyden Call for Swift Passage of Bipartisan PBM Reforms

By East Idaho Times | Mar 14, 2024

U.S. Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and Chair Ron Wyden (D-Oregon) are urging for the swift passage of bipartisan legislation aimed at reforming pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and their practices that contribute to the rising costs of prescription drugs and threaten the existence of pharmacies nationwide.In a joint effort, Senators Crapo and Wyden emphasized the need for PBM reform during a press conference, where they were supported by pharmacy and patient advocates. Crapo highlighted the urgency by stating, "Congress must pass our...

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Rep. Simpson Secures Funding for Stanley Workforce Housing

By East Idaho Times | Mar 14, 2024

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson has successfully secured $4,000,000 for the Stanley Workforce Housing Economic Development Initiative in Stanley, Idaho. The funding was included in the Fiscal Year 2024 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Bill at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF).In response to criticisms of CPF projects as "wasteful earmarks," Congressman Simpson emphasized the importance of bringing Idaho tax dollars back home for Idaho priorities. He stated, "These projects fill a clear and present need in communities...

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Crapo Joins Bill Blocking Biden’s Misguided Forestry Plan

By East Idaho Times | Mar 14, 2024

U.S. Senator Mike Crapo of Idaho has joined his colleagues in introducing a bill aimed at ensuring that state and local land managers have a say in protecting the country's old growth forests. The legislation is designed to block a U.S. Forest Service policy that has been criticized for hindering local and state forestry initiatives without taking into account the specific conditions of forests nationwide.Crapo expressed his concern about the U.S. Forest Service's proposed Old Growth Plan Amendment, stating that it was developed without adequate input from state or local...