Weekly Town Hall – Senator Kevin Cook (R) Legislative Report and discussion of SJM 101

Senator Kevin Cook, Republican State Senator from District 32, will join us and will give his observations of the past legislative session as well as discuss Senate Joint Memorial (SJM) 101 of which he is a sponsor. The Statement of Purpose for SJM 101 is as follows:

This Joint Memorial urges federal and state agencies to study and develop additional water storage solutions
for Idaho, including the potential reconstruction of the Teton Dam. The goal is to ensure long-term water
security for agriculture, communities, and economic growth in the state. The memorial calls on the Bureau of
Reclamation, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Idaho Department of Water Resources, and other agencies to work
together in updating previous studies and exploring new water storage projects. These efforts will help Idaho
address drought conditions, population growth, and future water demands while also supporting hydropower
production and recreational opportunities.