Jim Risch: “I respectfully disagree. And I know we're going to have plenty of time for debate on this on the floor.”

As we celebrate 250 years of Independence, we must remember the sacrifices made to secure it and recommit ourselves to the ideals that have defined our great nation for centuries: freedom, faith, hard work, equality, and the Rule of Law.

I urge the Senate to pass them quickly so these treasured resources can continue serving Idahoans for generations to come.

I am proud to launch the Idaho Service Spotlight and recognize the individuals and organizations who keep the Gem State a special place to live and raise a family.

I am always ranked as one of the most conservative U.S. senators, sometimes the most conservative U.S. senator. And that's because I consistently deliver a conservative vote, and as a result of that, they send me back to office every time…