Washington, June 1 -- Congressman Mike Simpson issued the following press release:

The House Committee on Appropriations voted to advance the Fiscal Year 2027 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson supported this advancement and secured critical funding for the Idaho National Laboratory (INL). This bill champions America's nuclear deterrent and strengthens national security, restores energy dominance, and supports the Trump administration's policy initiatives.

"America's one-of-a-kind nuclear energy laboratory is right here at home at Idaho National Laboratory. Enhancing the Lab's infrastructure and growing research and development are investments in both energy and national s...