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2022: Bingham County aging and government transfer dependency trends

Since 1970, Bingham County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 7.8%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 12.7%.

By East Idaho Times | Apr 19, 2025

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Risch emphasizes local approach to water management in Idaho and the West

BOISE, Idaho – U.S. Senator Jim Risch has reiterated his focus on local water resource management and his dedication to addressing the needs of Idaho's farmers, ranchers, and water users.

By East Idaho Times | Apr 18, 2025

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Bonneville County: Medicare transfers accounted for 3.5% of income in 2022

By East Idaho Times | Apr 17, 2025

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 3.5% of income in Bonneville County, providing an average of $2,187 per capita to residents.

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Senator Risch names Schumacker’s Jewelry as April Small Business of the Month

By East Idaho Times | Apr 16, 2025

U.S. Senator Jim Risch has selected Schumacker’s Jewelry, based in St. Maries, as the Idaho Small Business of the Month for April 2025.

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In 2022, Madison County ranks 44th among Idaho counties for government transfer income per capita at $6,059

By East Idaho Times | Apr 14, 2025

In 2022, Madison County stood out as the lowest per capita recipient of government transfers in Idaho, with transfers making up 21.8% of total income.

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Senators introduce bill to reform energy permitting process

By East Idaho Times | Apr 14, 2025

U.S. Senators Mike Crapo, Jim Risch, and Bill Cassidy have introduced a new legislative proposal aimed at reforming how energy projects are challenged in court.

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Teton County: Medicaid dependency reached 1.6% in 2022

By East Idaho Times | Apr 13, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 1.6% of income in Teton County, providing an average of $993 per capita to residents.

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Senators introduce REPAIR Act to streamline energy project permitting

By East Idaho Times | Apr 11, 2025

In a recent development, U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Mike Crapo from Idaho, alongside Senator Bill Cassidy from Louisiana, have introduced the Revising and Enhancing Project Authorizations Impacted by Review (REPAIR) Act.

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Crapo comments on nominations for commerce and treasury department positions

By East Idaho Times | Apr 10, 2025

U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo recently addressed the nominations of William Kimmitt and Kenneth Kies at a hearing.

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Bipartisan housing bill introduced to modernize zoning and increase affordable housing

By East Idaho Times | Apr 10, 2025

U.S. Senators Mike Crapo, Lisa Blunt Rochester, John Fetterman, and Thom Tillis have introduced a new piece of legislation, the Housing Supply Frameworks Act, aimed at addressing the ongoing affordable housing crisis.

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Rep. Simpson supports bill requiring proof of citizenship for federal election voting

By East Idaho Times | Apr 10, 2025

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cast a favorable vote for H.R. 22, known as the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, in Washington.

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Simpson backs bill to limit district judges' issuance of nationwide injunctions

By East Idaho Times | Apr 9, 2025

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson has announced his support for H.R. 1526, known as the No Rogue Rulings Act (NORRA).

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Senate committee passes Risch bill to increase critical mineral production

By East Idaho Times | Apr 9, 2025

Today, the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee passed legislation introduced by Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) aimed at enhancing the production of critical minerals.

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Jefferson County: Medicaid made up 2.9% of total income in 2022

By East Idaho Times | Apr 9, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.9% of income in Jefferson County, providing an average of $1,314 per capita to residents.

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Senators urge governors to adhere to executive order on women's sports

By East Idaho Times | Apr 8, 2025

U.S. Senators Jim Risch from Idaho and Tommy Tuberville from Alabama have issued a letter urging state governors to adhere to former President Trump's Executive Order, which seeks to prevent biological men from participating in women's sports.

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Crapo discusses strategy in 2025 trade policy agenda hearing

By East Idaho Times | Apr 8, 2025

U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo addressed the President’s 2025 Trade Policy Agenda at a recent hearing.

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Religious Workforce Protection Act introduced to aid foreign religious workers in U.S

By East Idaho Times | Apr 8, 2025

U.S. Senator Jim Risch has introduced the Religious Workforce Protection Act, aimed at addressing the backlog of EB-4 applications affecting religious workers in the United States on temporary R-1 status.

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Teton County residents received $7,372 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 43rd in Idaho

By East Idaho Times | Apr 7, 2025

In 2022, Teton County ranked second lowest per capita recipient of government transfers in Idaho, with transfers making up 11.9% of total income.

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Senator Risch calls for U.S. independence from foreign mineral sources

By East Idaho Times | Apr 7, 2025

U.S. Senator Jim Risch recently outlined approaches Congress could adopt to bolster America's critical mineral supply and align with President Trump's energy agenda.

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Madison County: Medicaid transfers accounted for 3.7% of income in 2022

By East Idaho Times | Apr 6, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.7% of income in Madison County, providing an average of $1,035 per capita to residents.