December 2024

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Idaho Forest Group! As the year comes to a close, we want to extend our gratitude to everyone who made 2024 a success! Thank you to our incredible partners for your trust and collaboration, and to our team members for your hard work and dedication to quality, safety, and conservation. Wishing you all a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year. #HolidaySeason #Gratitude #MerryChristmas

Idaho Forest Group proudly supports the Western Governors’ Association (WGA) and values the bi-partisan collaboration and thought leadership that helps keep our states, and our industry, strong. Earlier this week, IFG attended the 2024 WGA winter meeting where many initiatives were debated and discussed including: • Permitting efficiencies • Land for community housing needs • Insuring homes against the wildfire crisis, and • Wildfire mitigation strategies Keynote speaker (National Public Radio host and historian, Steve Inskeep) discussed the historical significance of President Lincoln's leadership style and how his ability to work well with detractors is an important lesson in today's political landscape. To learn more about WGA, visit https://westgov.org/about/

On Wednesday, December 4, IFG team members were among 500 attendees at the 78th Annual Associated Taxpayers of Idaho (ATI) Conference. Held annually in Boise, the ATI signals the kickoff to the legislative session, bringing together businesses, policymakers, and community leaders to discuss tax policy, government accountability, and other issues shaping Idaho's economic and legislative landscape. Governor Little, Lieutenant Governor Bedke, and Secretary of State McGrane were among a series of speakers who spoke of a promising economic outlook and highlighted ways in which Idaho is leading the nation in election transparency and regulatory efficiencies. Some highlights from the packed agenda included an emphasis on the need for continued work supporting bipartisan collaboration, education and workforce development, and affordable housing solutions. IFG supports these initiatives and looks forward to contributing to Idaho's success. To learn more, visit http://www.ati-taxinfo.com/