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Idaho: Gov. Little welcomes VA Secretary Doug Collins, strengthening commitment to veterans

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Boise, Idaho ~ Boise, Idaho - Governor Brad Little and U.S. Senator Jim Risch were joined by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Doug Collins in Boise today to celebrate the strong partnership between the State of Idaho and the Trump administration in serving the needs of Idaho's veterans.

During a ceremony at the construction site of the new Boise Veterans Home, Governor Little expressed his gratitude for Secretary Collins' presence and highlighted the importance of federal-state cooperation in supporting Idaho's veterans. He also noted that unlike the previous administration, they now have a true partner at the federal level.

"Idaho is honored to host Secretary Collins and celebrate our support for Idaho veterans," Governor Little said. "Secretary Collins' presence here demonstrates his commitment to Idaho's veterans and the importance of federal-state cooperation."

Secretary Collins echoed this sentiment, stating that under President Trump's leadership, they are working towards reforming veteran services to make them better, faster, and more convenient. He also expressed his eagerness to continue working with Governor Little and Senator Risch to improve VA benefits not just in Idaho but across the nation.

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The new Boise Veterans Home is a project designed to provide a permanent, supportive home for Idaho's veterans. This facility will fulfill Idaho's longstanding promise to honor, support, and care for those who have served.

One critical factor in moving this project forward was a federal waiver facilitated by Secretary Collins. This waiver removed bureaucratic obstacles that had previously delayed progress on the project.

The need for this waiver arose when under the Biden Administration, the VA tied already-approved funding for veterans homes to a separate law passed after the grants were awarded. This effectively pulled funding from states like Idaho who had already committed significant resources towards these projects.

To address this issue, Idaho's congressional delegation introduced the WAIVER Act which would require the VA Secretary to grant waivers in cases like Idaho's so that construction could move forward on these important facilities.

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However, within weeks of taking office, President Trump and VA Secretary Doug Collins approved Idaho's waiver request, cutting through the red tape and putting construction of Idaho's veterans homes back on track.

"The waiver is more than just paperwork," Governor Little emphasized. "It is a symbol of cutting through red tape to honor those who served. Secretary Collins' leadership in making this possible reflects the type of partnership Idaho needs to serve its veterans effectively."

The ceremony also featured remarks from Senator Risch, Idaho Division of Veterans Services Director Mark Tschampl, and Secretary Collins, reaffirming the federal-state partnership and shared commitment to Idaho's veterans.

In conclusion, the strong partnership between the State of Idaho and the Trump administration has proven to be beneficial for Idaho's veterans. With the support of Secretary Collins and federal waivers, construction on the new Boise Veterans Home can move forward, fulfilling Idaho's promise to care for those who have served our country.

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