Idaho’s farmers work long hours through every season to feed, clothe and fuel our nation and world. From potatoes and barley to dairy and cattle, Idaho farmers proudly produce the diverse agricultural products our for which our state is known. On National Farmer’s Day, I express my profound gratitude to the hardworking families who form our state's agricultural economy and heritage.
Mental health is an essential part of overall well-being, yet too many individuals and families face challenges in silence. On World Mental Health Day, we recommit to expanding access to care, reducing stigma and supporting those in need. If you or a loved one are struggling, know that support is available—reach out, check on your neighbors and remember that help is always within reach. https://t.co/u5VaSPRs5N
Participation in sports equips young women with invaluable life lessons in discipline, teamwork, leadership and confidence. I co-sponsored the resolution designating American Girls in Sports Day to honor our female athletes and ensure Title IX protections remain intact, so biological women and girls compete on a fair, safe and level playing field. I will continue standing up for female athletes across Idaho and our nation as they strive for excellence on and off the field. https://t.co/y9KB6mvTU4
Honored to be named to @NSSF’s 2026 Dean’s List for achieving a 100-percent voting and co-sponsorship record in defense of our Second Amendment rights! Safeguarding the constitutional freedoms of law-abiding Idahoans, supporting our firearm industry and protecting America's heritage of hunting and recreational shooting will always remain a top priority of mine. Idahoans can count on me to continue fighting for our outdoor traditions and constitutional liberties in the 119th Congress.
Idaho’s 4-H programs empower young people across our state with essential skills in agriculture, leadership, STEM and civic responsibility. I am proud to co-sponsor the resolution designating National 4-H Week to celebrate the incredible mentors, parents and youth who embody the motto of making the best better. Investing in our 4-H leaders today ensures a bright and prosperous future for Idaho’s agricultural heritage.
President Trump’s Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards reset is a major affordability win that stops federal overreach and is projected to lower the cost of a new vehicle by $1,300 for American families. By eliminating punitive Biden-era mandates and advancing my Restoring Affordability in Automobile Manufacturing Act, we can protect consumer choice and put hardworking taxpayers back in the driver's seat.
I agree with the @dcexaminer’s recent editorial highlighting how the Trump Administration’s CAFE standards reset will make cars more affordable for working families. By restoring market-driven choices and curbing bureaucratic overreach, this move—alongside my RAAM Act—trusts consumers, rather than federal bureaucrats, to choose the vehicles that best fit their lives and budgets.
Our law enforcement officers work tirelessly to keep our neighborhoods safe. Building strong, trusting relationships with the communities they serve is key to public safety. I am proud to co-lead the Senate Resolution recognizing National Community Policing Week and honoring the officers and neighborhood leaders working together across Idaho to protect our families. Thank you to all law enforcement who serve and foster connection in our communities.
I joined a bipartisan coalition of colleagues to introduce legislation reauthorizing the Secure Rural Schools program for three years. Counties home to non-taxable federal lands deserve financial stability to support critical community needs. This three-year extension provides rural Idaho with a predictable foundation for budget planning as we work toward a permanent funding solution.
Without clear rules of the road, college sports risk being dominated by only a handful of the wealthiest programs—endangering small and mid-sized athletic departments, Olympic sports and women's programs. Every major university in Idaho supports the Protect College Sports Act of 2026 to establish uniform national standards for Name, Image and Likeness compensation and bring stability to college athletics. I am hopeful that the House will join us in passing this critical, bipartisan legislation to ensure a fair playing field for student-athletes and schools across the country.
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Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
- Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Protection
- Subcommittee on Housing, Transportation, and Community Development
- Subcommittee on Securities, Insurance, and Investment
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Committee on Finance (Chairman)
- Subcommittee on Energy, Natural Resources, and Infrastructure (Ex Officio)
- Subcommittee on Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Growth (Ex Officio)
- Subcommittee on Health Care (Ex Officio)
- Subcommittee on International Trade, Customs, and Global Competitiveness (Ex Officio)
- Subcommittee on Social Security, Pensions, and Family Policy (Ex Officio)
- Subcommittee on Taxation and IRS Oversight (Ex Officio)
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Committee on the Budget
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Joint Committee on Taxation (Chairman)
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SRES.942 - 2026-09-30
A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Forensic Science Week. -
S.5608 - 2026-09-30
A bill to extend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000, and for other purposes. -
S.5441 - 2026-09-17
TAS Act -
S.5092 - 2026-07-22
RAAM Act -
SRES.723 - 2026-05-11
A resolution honoring the life of Dirk Arthur Kempthorne, former United States Senator for the State of Idaho. -
S.3985 - 2026-03-04
State Boating Act -
S.3345 - 2025-12-04
PBM Price Transparency and Accountability Act -
S.3226 - 2025-11-19
Bring Our Heroes Home Act -
S.995 - 2025-03-12
Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2025 -
S.24 - 2025-01-07
A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 154 First Avenue East in Jerome, Idaho, as the "Representative Maxine Bell Post Office".
| Congress | Years | Chamber | Role | State | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 119th Congress | 2025–present | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 118th Congress | 2023–2025 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 117th Congress | 2021–2023 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 116th Congress | 2019–2021 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 115th Congress | 2017–2019 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 114th Congress | 2015–2017 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 113th Congress | 2013–2015 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 112th Congress | 2011–2013 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 111th Congress | 2009–2011 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 110th Congress | 2007–2009 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 109th Congress | 2005–2007 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 108th Congress | 2003–2005 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 107th Congress | 2001–2003 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 106th Congress | 1999–2001 | Senate | Senator | Idaho (ID) | — |
| 105th Congress | 1997–1999 | House of Representatives | Representative | Idaho (ID) | 2 |
| 104th Congress | 1995–1997 | House of Representatives | Representative | Idaho (ID) | 2 |
| 103rd Congress | 1993–1995 | House of Representatives | Representative | Idaho (ID) | 2 |
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