About the Ranking Member

James E. Risch

James E. Risch

James E. Risch, currently serving as Idaho's 28th Senator, holds a longstanding commitment to public service and a passion for good government. Known for "pragmatic decision-making," Risch is what his peers call a "no-nonsense, get-the-job-done leader" with 37 years of experience in elected office.

Senator Risch was elected to the United States Senate in November of 2008, after serving as Idaho State Senator, Lieutenant Governor and Governor. He was named to six Senate Committees, including the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, giving Idaho a continued voice in legislation that dramatically shapes the West. Risch's other committee assignments include the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, Select Committee on Intelligence, Select Committee on Ethics, Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship and the Joint Economic Committee.

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