BOISE, Idaho – Governor Brad Little and U.S. Senator Jim Risch welcomed VA Secretary Doug Collins as he visited Boise to support the construction of Idaho’s newest veterans home.
“Idaho is honored to host Secretary Collins and celebrate our support for Idaho veterans,” Gov. Little said in a press release. “Secretary Collins’ presence here demonstrates his commitment to Idaho’s veterans and the importance of federal-state cooperation.”
The ceremony took place at the construction site of the new Boise Veterans Home. The facility will serve as a permanent home for veterans and fulfill Idaho’s promise to care for those who served.
A key factor in moving the project forward was a federal waiver facilitated by Secretary Collins. This waiver removed bureaucratic obstacles that had delayed construction of veterans homes in Boise, Pocatello and Lewiston, Gov. Little said.
The ceremony also featured remarks from Senator Risch and Idaho Division of Veterans Services Director Mark Tschampl, reaffirming the commitment to Idaho’s veterans.
