James E. Risch
U.S. Senator · Idaho · Republican · Chair, Foreign Relations
Statements and posts
83 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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All 83 statements
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
Official
Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Press release
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Risch Celebrates First-Ever Permit Issued Under Good Samaritan Mine Cleanup Law
Celebrated EPA's first permit under Good Samaritan mine cleanup law to improve water quality.
“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
Announced statewide contest for Idaho student to light U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree.
“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
Risch named Grooveberries in Coeur d'Alene as Idaho's August Small Business of the Month.
“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
Urged Senate passage of Digital Asset Market Clarity Act to protect consumers and prevent fraud.
“On September 15th, the U.S. Senate will start the process of passing the Clarity Act. The stakes couldn’t be higher.”
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Senate floor
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Madam President, as a member and former chairman of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, each month I recognize and celebrate the American entrepreneurial spirit by highlighting the success of a small business in my home State of Idaho. Today, I am proud to honor…
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Senate floor
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Russia Sanctions (Executive Session)
Mr. President, I want to join my colleague, the distinguished ranking member of the Foreign Relations Committee. We are in the same spot on this bill and on the amendment. Just last week, I stood in this Chamber and asked my colleagues to join me in moving this bill forward, and many of them--from…
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Senate floor
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Madam President, the Gem State is made strong by the hardworking, dedicated, and selfless actions of Idahoans. Across our State, hundreds of thousands of veterans, first responders, volunteers, and public servants go above and beyond for the communities they call home. These people are pillars of…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Senate floor
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Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in…
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Press release
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Risch Introduces Bill to Improve Veteran Access to Disability Benefits
Introduced bill allowing veterans to access disability benefits while repaying separation pay.
“Idaho veterans who answered the call to serve our country should not face delays in accessing their earned benefits”
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Risch, Warner Introduce Civil Nuclear Export Act to Strengthen U.S. Competitiveness
Introduced bipartisan bill to strengthen U.S. civil nuclear export competitiveness.
“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 Names Titan Batteries as July Small Business of the Month
Named Titan Batteries as Idaho Small Business of the Month.
“After learning no drone battery could power a cross-country flight, Trent Clawson dove into the world of manufacturing”
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