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Growing Climate Solutions Act passes Senate, moves to House

The U.S. Senate passed the Growing Climate Solutions Act (GCSA) on a vote of 92-8. The proposal will now move on to the U.S. House of Representatives for consideration.

Early Algae Outbreak Reported at Lake Cascade

With deepening droughts and summer heat settling across Idaho, Friends of Lake Cascade have reported the first seasonal algal bloom in the Boulder Creek Arm Tributary.

$150,000 for three Upper Salmon Basin restoration projects 

The USCAP supports protection and restoration of fish and wildlife habitat within the Upper Salmon River Basin.

Court rules suction dredge miner polluted Idaho river

“Judge Bush’s decision clearly spells out the important protections requiring dredge miners to abide by rules designed to protect clean water.”

What’s next for energy, salmon, agriculture, and communities?

Chairman Shannon Wheeler of the Nez Perce Tribe: “Simpson’s salmon and energy plan is a unique opportunity that should not be ignored nor postponed.”

Gov. Little and U.S. Forest Service Chief Christiansen to Speak at Idaho Forest Restoration Partnership Workshop

Gov. Brad Little and USFS Chief Vicki Christiansen will officially open the Idaho Forest Restoration Partnership (IFRP) workshop on Tuesday morning, April 27.

Mining company and conservation group partner on Upper Salmon River program

“This new Program will provide real, tangible benefits to the basin’s water quality, habitat, fish, and wildlife.”

Idaho Conservation League statement on the Columbia Basin Collaborative’s preliminary meeting 

To succeed on behalf of salmon, energy, and communities, the Congressional effort needs to advance now. The CBC should throw its support behind Simpson’s proposal.

ICL supports Simpson’s comprehensive infrastructure proposal

ICL is hopeful that this proposal brings people together to work to benefit communities in Idaho and the Northwest

ICL to open new office to support communities in West Central Idaho 

“Our hope is that ICL’s local presence allows us to better assist and supplement the great work of people and organizations in the area who are passionate about our shared priorities and goals.”