Washington, Jan. 12 -- Congressman Mike Simpson issued the following press release:
Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson highlighted the inclusion of $4,000,000 in funding for the Microelectronics Research and Education Project in Boise, Idaho, at his request through Community Project Funding (CPF) in H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026.
"Idaho is at the forefront of the semiconductor industry, and Boise State University is uniquely positioned to support this continued development through its outstanding science and engineering programs," said Rep. Simpson. "However, Boise State faces challenges in rapidly expanding its research efforts to meet reg...