Senator Jim Risch discusses nuclear energy, public lands, and key legislation in a recent podcast interview.
Quiver AI Summary
Senator Risch discusses key issues on The Ranch Podcast: In a recent appearance on The Ranch Podcast, U.S. Senator Jim Risch addressed topics including nuclear energy, public lands, and the SAVE America Act, emphasizing their significance to Idaho residents. He noted a revival in nuclear energy technology, highlighting the development of Small Modular Reactors and micro reactors.
Public lands hold bipartisan support: Risch expressed that public lands are a critical concern that garners strong interest across party lines, asserting that they are integral to America's history and identity. He reaffirmed the commitment to preserving these lands.
Voting qualifications emphasized: On the SAVE America Act, Risch stressed the importance of ensuring that only qualified U.S. citizens have the right to vote, raising questions about electoral integrity and citizenship verification.
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James E. Risch Fundraising
James E. Risch recently disclosed $599.0K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 31st, 2026. This was the 132nd most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 78.1% came from individual donors.
Risch disclosed $374.4K of spending. This was the 173rd most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Risch disclosed $3.9M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 84th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track James E. Risch's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
James E. Risch Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that James E. Risch is worth $56.5M, as of March 24th, 2026. This is the 28th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Risch has approximately $390.0K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track James E. Risch's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Risch.
James E. Risch Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by James E. Risch:
- S.4108: A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to increase burial and funeral expenses paid by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in the case of death from a service-connected disability, and for other purposes.
- S.3814: ARC Act of 2026
- S.3085: Firearm Access During Shutdowns Act of 2025
- S.2960: Deter PRC Aggression Against Taiwan Act
- S.2904: SHADOW Fleet Sanctions Act of 2026
- S.2813: FIRE Act
You can track bills proposed by James E. Risch on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Risch.
2026 Idaho US Senate Election
There has been approximately $4,839,258 of spending in Idaho US Senate elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
The rating for this race is currently "Solid R".
You can track this election on our matchup page for the 2026 Idaho US Senate election.
