Jim Risch

U.S. Senator for Idaho

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Our veterans are the best of us: dedicated, patriotic, selfless, and much more. I was honored to join the Nampa American Legion chapter for coffee to hear about their service and discuss my work to bolster veteran benefits for the men, women, and families who defended our freedoms.

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Congratulations to the Antares team at @INL! We are well on our way to powering the future with new nuclear energy!

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A historic day for Idaho and America. Today, the first nuclear reactor of its kind in nearly 50 years achieved criticality at @INL. This is just the beginning for a new era of advanced nuclear reactors that will power our future, and Idaho is leading the charge.
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Idaho is home to more than 200,000 small businesses that drive our state’s economy. I was honored to join Idaho small business owners in Twin Falls last week to discuss the issues they face and how we can support their ability to grow and thrive in the Gem State.

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Happy National DRAM Day! Dynamic Random Access Memory revolutionized computing and helped create the digital age we live in today. Idaho’s own @MicronTech plays a pivotal role in manufacturing this critical technology right here in the Gem State.

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A level playing field is necessary to ensure that Gem State sugar production remains strong. I support an investigation into the unfair trade practices that are impacting Idaho’s sugarbeet farmers.

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“Sugarbeet growers across Idaho, Oregon, and Washington are experiencing some of the toughest market conditions in recent history due to a flood of unfairly subsidized [over-quota] foreign sugar entering the U.S. market." — Samantha Parrott, Executive Director of the Snake River Sugarbeet Growers Association

We deeply appreciate the members of the Idaho, Oregon, and Washington delegations who signed the recent bipartisan, bicameral letter to @USTradeRep, including Senator @MikeCrapo, @SenatorRisch, @RepBentz, @RepBynum, @RepRussFulcher, @RepMGP, @RepValHoyle, @RepNewhouse, and @CongMikeSimpson.

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Vicki and I are praying for the law enforcement officers who were injured responding to the brush fire in Mountain Home this morning. Their quick response and heroism was vital in containing this fire and keeping the community safe.
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On Memorial Day, we remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. May we never forget their heroism and courage and always stand with the loved ones left behind.

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Idaho is the birthplace of nuclear generated electricity – and a driving force in keeping the U.S. a leader in this near limitless source of energy. I introduced the ARC Act to earlier this year to bolster our efforts and help kickstart the production of new commercial nuclear reactors in America.

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Idaho is full of veterans who put it all on the line for the good of our country. In Congress, I’m leading the charge to strengthen veteran benefits and show our gratitude to those who dutifully served our nation.
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Public lands are central to Idaho’s way of life. I am proud to cosponsor the America the Beautiful Act to address much-needed improvements on our public lands and keep them strong for generations of Idahoans to enjoy. https://t.co/Lz3BYs8ZFH

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Vicki and I are praying for the safety of all crew members involved in today’s crash at Mountain Home AFB. We are grateful for the quick arrival of our medical teams and first responders.

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Dirk Kempthorne dedicated his life to serving Idaho and America. I was honored to know Dirk, call him a friend, and join Idahoans in remembering his incredible legacy this week. Esto Perpetua, my dear friend.

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On Armed Forces Day, we thank and celebrate the brave men and women across our six branches of military. We are forever grateful to them for unwavering commitment and sacrifice to our great nation.

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It is impossible to ever thank our veterans enough for their service to our nation. I sat down with KTVB in Boise to discuss some of the ways I’m working to strengthen the benefits and resources Idaho’s veterans and military families earned and rightfully deserve.

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As National Police Week comes to an end, we take today to honor our peace officers who gave their lives in service to our communities. May we always remember their courage, service, and dedication to protecting others.

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This is great news for Idaho families. I’m proud to have passed my BUST Fentanyl Act into law last year to strengthen our crack down on illicit fentanyl crossing our borders and will continue fighting to keep our communities free of this deadly drug. https://t.co/ig4tND3wPU

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Our law enforcement officers are always on call, ready to assist, and keep us safe. Thank you to all of our police officers and first responders who work around the clock to protect our communities!

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VA facilities are a direct line to the services our nation promised to veterans and military families. This historic investment in the Boise VA Medical Center and facilities nationwide ensures those who stepped up to serve have access to the care and benefits they rightfully deserve. https://t.co/nDVf3OdfoQ

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Our law enforcement officers go above and beyond every day to keep our communities safe. This National Police Week, join me in thanking the brave men and women who have answered the call to protect the Gem State