Statements and posts
9 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Risch Names Disciples Coffee as September Small Business of the Month
Named Disciples Coffee in Boise as Idaho Small Business of the Month for September.
“Started in 2023, Disciples Coffee set out with the mission to serve more than just coffee to the Treasure Valley.”
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Risch Urges DOJ to Investigate ATF’s Illegal Gun Registry
Sent letter to DOJ urging investigation into ATF's maintenance of 1.4 billion firearm records.
“American citizens are entitled to exercise their Second Amendment rights without the federal government compiling searchable lists of their names and firearms.”
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Risch Introduces Bill to Lower Cost of Housing
Introduced bill to eliminate duplicative energy efficiency regulations on manufactured housing.
“Homeownership is central to the American dream, and I am committed to making that a reality attainable for every hardworking Idahoan.”
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Risch Celebrates First-Ever Permit Issued Under Good Samaritan Mine Cleanup Law
U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) celebrated the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) first-ever permit under the Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Pilot Program.
“The first Good Samaritan permit is a momentous occasion, ending decades worth of legal battles that prevented commonsense environmental improvements from taking place at long-abandoned hardrock mines.”
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Idaho Senators Seeking Idaho Student to Light U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree in Washington
U.S. Senators, Jim Risch and Mike Crapo (both R-Idaho), announced a statewide contest to select one Idaho student to assist in powering the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree this December.
“Idaho’s youth is blessed to grow up and explore some of the best forests in the country.”
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Risch Names Grooveberries as August Small Business of the Month
U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), senior member and former chairman of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, announced the selection of Grooveberries in Coeur d’Alene as the Idaho Small Business of the Month for…
“Since Sarah and Chase Gibson took over the frozen yogurt shop in 2021, Grooveberries has become a family favorite in the Coeur d’Alene community.”
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Risch Statement on the Clarity Act
The Clarity Act would establish federal policies and guidance for digital assets to protect consumers and American investors, counter bad actors, encourage innovation, and support a safe and secure U.S. financial system.
“On September 15th, the U.S. Senate will start the process of passing the Clarity Act. The stakes couldn’t be higher. Failure to pass this critical piece of legislation will leave Idahoans vulnerable to scams and fraud, as well as cede jobs, investment, economic competitiveness, and financial leadership to overseas…”
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Risch, Warner Introduce Civil Nuclear Export Act to Strengthen U.S. Competitiveness
U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Mark Warner (D-Va.), co-chairs of the Senate Advanced Nuclear Caucus, today introduced the Civil Nuclear Export Act to strengthen the United States’ ability to compete in existing and emerging nuclear…
“The United States and Idaho are the home of nuclear energy and ought to be the world’s source for the next generation of technology.”
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Risch Introduces Bill to Improve Veteran Access to Disability Benefits
U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) today introduced theVeterans’ Earned Benefits Access Act to allow veterans to access their disability benefits when repaying separation pay.
“Idaho veterans who answered the call to serve our country should not face delays in accessing their earned benefits.”