President Trump signed the FY26 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Bill, championed by Congressman Mike Simpson.
Quiver AI Summary
President Trump signs appropriations bill: On January 23, 2026, President Donald Trump signed the FY26 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act into law. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson, who chairs the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee, attended the signing event.
Congressman Simpson comments on legislation: Rep. Simpson expressed pride in the legislation, stating it reflects an "America First policy" and highlights achievements for Idaho, such as funding for Indian Country and Wildland Fire Management. He also noted that the bill aims to lower energy costs.
Key provisions of the bill: The legislation includes substantial changes like a $320 million reduction in EPA funding, expanded access to critical minerals, and the full funding of the Payment in Lieu of Taxes program. It also aims to protect oil and gas production and prioritize funding for tribal and fire management efforts.
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Michael K. Simpson Fundraising
Michael K. Simpson recently disclosed $311.0K of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 13th, 2025. This was the 308th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 60.8% came from individual donors.
Simpson disclosed $108.5K of spending. This was the 548th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Simpson disclosed $386.0K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 597th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Michael K. Simpson's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Michael K. Simpson Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Michael K. Simpson is worth $1.4M, as of January 24th, 2026. This is the 294th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Simpson has approximately $946.0K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Michael K. Simpson's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Simpson.
Michael K. Simpson Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Michael K. Simpson:
- H.R.6279: Urban Canal Modernization Act
- H.R.4754: Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026
- H.R.634: Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Judgeship and Reorganization Act of 2025
You can track bills proposed by Michael K. Simpson on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Simpson.
2026 Idaho's 2nd Congressional District Election
There has been approximately $1,882,527 of spending in Idaho's 2nd congressional district elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $273,617 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
- CLEARPATH ACTION FUND, INC. ($151,200)
- ADPAC INDEPENDENT EXPENDITURES COMMITTEE ($97,417)
- DEFENDING MAIN STREET SUPERPAC INC. ($25,000)
The rating for this race is currently "Solid R".
You can track this election on our matchup page for the 2026 Idaho's 2nd congressional district election.
