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Mike Crapo

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Mike Dean Crapo is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from Idaho, a position he has held since 1999. A member of the Republican Party, Crapo has focused on various issues including tax policy, healthcare, and trade. He has been an advocate for making the 2017 Trump tax cuts permanent and has expressed support for targeted tariffs to protect American interests.

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  1. The recovery of the grizzly bear in the West is a conservation success story made possible by decades of work from state, tribal, federal and local conservation partners.2 sources2026risch.senate.gov
Oct 2, 2026

Taxpayers deserve a tax system that is competent, responsive and works for them.

wyden.senate.gov
Sep 10, 2026

I invite students across Idaho to participate and tell us, in their own words, why protecting these treasured resources matters for Idaho’s future.

risch.senate.gov
Sep 4, 2026

“Secretary Burgum’s announcement moves us one step closer to allowing Idaho wildlife professionals to manage a recovered grizzly population in a way that protects both the species and Idaho communities.”

risch.senate.gov
Sep 4, 2026

“For years, I have advocated for returning grizzly bear management to the states as recovery objectives and benchmarks have been achieved.

risch.senate.gov
Sep 4, 2026

“The recovery of the grizzly bear in the West is a conservation success story made possible by decades of work from state, tribal, federal and local conservation partners,”

risch.senate.gov
Aug 17, 2026

Allegations of misuse and abuse of the independent dispute resolution process are deeply concerning and risk undermining patient protections Congress intended with enactment of the No Surprises Act.

idahocapitalsun.com
Aug 8, 2026

Law enforcement officers put their lives on the line to protect our communities and uphold the rule of law.

coons.senate.gov
Jul 31, 2026

This product reflects years of bipartisan efforts to translate stories of casework frustrations into tangible fixes designed to make the IRS work more efficiently for the American people.

wyden.senate.gov
Jul 22, 2026

This $31 million award is a significant investment in Idaho’s future and further establishes our state as a national leader in advanced nuclear energy.

risch.senate.gov
Jul 21, 2026

This investment reinforces our nation’s technological leadership while reducing reliance on foreign adversaries for critical energy capabilities.

dailymontanan.com
Jul 21, 2026

This regional tech hub will build on Idaho’s unmatched expertise and innovation in small modular reactors.

dailymontanan.com
Jul 18, 2026

Secretary Burgum’s announcement moves us one step closer to allowing Idaho wildlife professionals to manage a recovered grizzly population in a way that protects both the species and Idaho communities.

risch.senate.gov
Jul 16, 2026

For years, I have advocated for returning grizzly bear management to the states as recovery objectives and benchmarks have been achieved.

risch.senate.gov
Jul 16, 2026

The recovery of the grizzly bear in the West is a conservation success story made possible by decades of work from state, tribal, federal and local conservation partners.

risch.senate.gov
Jul 4, 2026

Idaho’s counties are responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars, and dependable PILT funding helps them meet community service demands.

idahocapitalsun.com
Jun 6, 2026

This feedback will continue to help guide legislation that takes meaningful steps toward increasing housing supply and strengthening affordable housing opportunities for Idaho families.

idahocapitalsun.com
Jun 6, 2026

I thank residents, community leaders, local officials and industry professionals who took the time to share their perspectives and expertise.

idahocapitalsun.com
Jun 6, 2026

The input we received from Idahoans shapes ongoing solutions to address housing challenges facing the state and country.

idahocapitalsun.com
Jun 6, 2026

“We have a moral responsibility to protect the most vulnerable among us,” said Crapo.

rounds.senate.gov
May 30, 2026

Public lands face a growing maintenance backlog, affecting roads, bridges, campgrounds, boat ramps, water systems, visitor facilities and trails.

risch.senate.gov
May 29, 2026

Tona has been a steadfast proponent of the program, and I know she is working around the clock to help qualifying Idahoans apply.

idahocapitalsun.com
May 29, 2026

Idahoans were unfairly left out of the RECA program for far too long. I was proud we finally secured coverage for victims in the program’s reauthorization signed into law last year.

idahocapitalsun.com
May 29, 2026

The federal government has a responsibility to counties home to federal lands in Idaho and across the country to help support essential public services like roads, emergency response and schools given these communities’ inability to…

risch.senate.gov
May 29, 2026

Renewing the Legacy Restoration Fund will help ensure vital repair work continues in Idaho and across the nation.

risch.senate.gov

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