Internet and broadband

In 2026, Idaho is navigating a high demand energy landscape driven by data centers and a larger population growth, along with a record low snowpack. Idaho Power is rapidly expanding resources that include a rate increase to its customer base of 7.48%. Idaho Power is aiming for 100% clean energy by the year 2045. Climate impacts include warmer winters that drive the low snow pack. These changes are putting undo stress on our water supplies and challenging hydropower generation. In the Northern Panhandle and rural areas of Idaho, I will be actively looking for other opportunities to ease the financial burden on consumers as well as creating pathways that support small business opportunities to create lasting solutions for clean energy and water for generations to come. Currently backing any guardrail legislation in place already that are in our best interest. Are we powering the future with yesterdays technology? 

As a U.S. Idaho Senator my job would entail influencing energy and climate policy by leveraging Idaho's 70–80% clean energy mix and to promote nuclear and renewable energy technologies. Key actions include securing funding for the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), advancing nuclear regulatory modernization (e.g., ADVANCE Act), and supporting hydroelectric and geothermal development Idaho National Laboratory.