Here is the Far West 2024 Legislative Report. This end-of-session report outlines the critical legislative efforts we engaged in each state and the outcomes of key bills. It then gives you an insight into what to expect next year in each state. As you read this, you will see why we are proud of the efforts of our team and why membership in Far West is so important to our industry.
Category Archives: Idaho
Idaho Attorney General Raul Labrador has notified U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland and Nez Perce Tribal Chairman Shannon Wheeler that the State of Idaho considers the U.S. Government and the Nez Perce tribe in breach of the 2004 Nez Perce Water Rights Settlement Agreement and the 2004 Snake River Water Rights Agreement.
The impacts of dam removal would have significant impacts on twelve Northwest counties in Washington, Idaho and Oregon. The report estimates that 7644 farms in these counties would have serious impacts. These farms currently generate $2 billion in annual sales.
Governor Brad Little held a statewide water summit on August 10. Governor Little, Lt. Governor Scott Bedke, and Water Resource Board Chairman Jeff Raybould gave the audience a strategic look into the status of the state’s precious water resources during the Governor’ Summit. After the summit, Gov. Little released the following statement