Preventing the next wildfire may be the single greatest way people can help support the firefighters who are already working nonstop.
Brad Little
The Public Record
Brad Jay Little is the 33rd Governor of Idaho, having taken office on January 7, 2019. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served as the Lieutenant Governor of Idaho from 2009 to 2019. During his tenure as governor, Little has focused on issues such as public safety, education, and economic development in the state. He has been vocal about supporting first responders and has addressed various challenges facing Idaho, including natural disasters and community safety.
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August 7, 2026
We have to recognize the reality of the conditions: we have an extremely dangerous fire season across the West.
— Brad Little
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by number of sources- We are leading the nation in supporting generations of women and men who fought hard to uphold Title IX protections and keep girls and women safe.12 sources2026oklahomavoice.com
- I want to thank the Idaho Legislature and Representative Barbara Ehardt in particular for her leadership on this issue of great importance to female athletes across Idaho and the nation.6 sources2026lailluminator.com
- Idaho’s brave firefighters are working around the clock to protect lives, homes and communities under extremely challenging conditions.3 sources2026oregoncapitalchronicle.com
- My declaration taps into additional state resources and enables us to deploy the Idaho National Guard to support firefighting efforts and protect Idahoans.3 sources2026oregoncapitalchronicle.com
- It buys us time. It does not permanently resolve the underlying tension between the minimum stream flow obligations the state holds under the agreement and the water needs of trust water right holders in a dry year, and it should not be mistaken for a precedent or a permanent agreement.2 sources2026idahocapitalsun.com
- Idaho is honored to be one of five contenders for a Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus. Thank you to President @realDonaldTrump, @SecretaryWright, and @ENERGY for recognizing Idaho’s leadership in nuclear innovation.2 sources2026idahocapitalsun.com
Idaho is honored to be one of five contenders for a Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus. Thank you to President @realDonaldTrump, @SecretaryWright, and @ENERGY for recognizing Idaho’s leadership in nuclear innovation.
Idahoans, join me in keeping the Twin Falls community in your prayers as law enforcement and first responders respond to an active shooter situation near In-N-Out.
Honored to join President @realDonaldTrump today to celebrate the Ratepayer Protection Pledge — ensuring energy stays reliable and rates are low for Idahoans!
Idaho Gov. Brad Little, a Republican, signed a wildfire disaster emergency Tuesday and ordered the Idaho National Guard to help fight a fire along the border of Oregon and Idaho.
My declaration taps into additional state resources and enables us to deploy the Idaho National Guard to support firefighting efforts and protect Idahoans.
Idaho’s brave firefighters are working around the clock to protect lives, homes and communities under extremely challenging conditions.
Idaho is honored to have been selected as one of five initial contenders to further explore the development of Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses.
I support Idaho Power’s proposed approach, and I am grateful for their cooperative outreach.
It buys us time. It does not permanently resolve the underlying tension between the minimum stream flow obligations the state holds under the agreement and the water needs of trust water right holders in a dry year, and it should not be…
Under their proposal the Snake River will not run dry of water for trust water right holders this season, but I want to be equally clear that this is a bridge, not a fix.
Idahoans expect their state government to operate efficiently and effectively, and the balanced budget we approved for the current fiscal year delivers on both fronts.
As North Idaho continues recovering from the devastating storm, this presidential disaster declaration marks an important next step. It helps provide the resources our communities need to restore public infrastructure, support businesses…
I want to thank the Idaho Legislature and Representative Barbara Ehardt in particular for her leadership on this issue of great importance to female athletes across Idaho and the nation.
We are leading the nation in supporting generations of women and men who fought hard to uphold Title IX protections and keep girls and women safe.
Idaho LAUNCH is designed to create opportunities for Idaho students and meet Idaho workforce needs, and it is delivering on all counts.
“America’s 250th anniversary is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to celebrate the enduring ideals of freedom, self-government, and opportunity that have made our nation the greatest in the world,”
“Idaho’s public servants work hard every day on behalf of their fellow citizens, and this additional time off allows them to celebrate this historic milestone with family and friends, participate in community events, and reflect on the…
You’re always in a better negotiating position if you’ve got cash in the bank instead of issuing deficiency warrants.
Wildfire is reality in life in the West. We cannot eliminate the threat, but we can be ready for it.
When you’re going out and bidding competitively against other states for contracts for aerial (resources) or whatever it is, it’s good that you show up with cash.





