Thursday December 11, 2008
12-11-2008 SENATE COMMENDS IDAHO ON SPECIAL OLYMPICS
Washington, DC – The U.S. Senate has commended Idaho on winning the bid to host the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games, according to Idaho...(More)
12-10-2008 DELEGATION MEMBERS CONGRATULATE INL ACHIEVEMENT
Washington, DC – Idaho’s National Laboratory (INL) is tops in the nation when it comes to performance standards set by the U.S. Department...(More)
12-05-2008 CRAPO: RULE CHANGE KEEPS GUN LAW CONSISTENT
Washington, DC – Changes sought by Idaho Senator Mike Crapo to streamline rules regarding the carry and transport of firearms in national parks...(More)
Owyhee Initiative
Links and information on the Owyhee Initiative.
Voting in Idaho
With the 2008 election around the corner, here is what Idahoans need to know to register to vote.
Visiting DC?
Find out about popular government buildings and monuments you can visit on your trip.
ESRA
Check out Senator Crapo's Endangered Species Recovery Act, which provides incentives to private property owners for conservation.
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Spirit of Idaho Awards
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Many acts of service happen in local Idaho communities, but they are not necessarily recognized by the media or the general public. As a way to bring attention to these worthwhile individuals, groups and projects, I created the Spirit of Idaho Award. The first award was presented in Twin Falls in November of 2000. Since the first award was given, I have been privileged to recognize more than 600 deserving Idahoans who have demonstrated a commitment to improving their community and serving their fellow citizens.
There is no specific schedule for making Spirit of Idaho Awards. They are given for service to a community, and can be given to individuals or groups. The general criteria for a Spirit of Idaho Award is that the recipient must be a resident of the state of Idaho and have set a positive example for the community. There is no formal application process, but individuals who wish to bring some act to my attention are welcome to do so by contacting the nearest Regional Office to share that information.