Mike Crapo: “I would hope the Department of Justice would not be a partner with any of our Federal agencies in this kind of conduct.”

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

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

“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.”

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