Congratulations to our Chairman, the Honorable Dirk A. Kempthorne

We are thrilled to share that the nuclear engine room aboard the USS Idaho (pictured in banner image above) will be named in honor of Chairman Kempthorne—a rare and prestigious distinction that recognizes his dedicated service and instrumental efforts in making the USS Idaho nuclear submarine a reality.

Former Idaho Governor, U.S. Senator, and U.S. Secretary of the Interior, Chairman Kempthorne (pictured below) has devoted his career to public service. As chairman of the USS Idaho Commissioning Committee Advisory Board and through his lifelong dedication to the men and women of our armed forces, he has exemplified the leadership and commitment that make this honor so fitting.

When the USS Idaho is commissioned this spring, a plaque will read: “The Honorable Dirk A. Kempthorne, A Driving Force for the Great State of Idaho, Whose Legacy Endures, Above and Below the Waves."

"Chairman Kempthorne brings the same dedication and vision to conservation that has defined his distinguished career in public service," said Chris Parish, President and CEO of The Peregrine Fund. "We are honored to have his leadership guiding our mission to conserve birds of prey worldwide, and we celebrate this well-deserved recognition of his lifelong commitment to service."

Please join us in congratulating Chairman Kempthorne. Thank you for your unwavering example of leadership, patriotism, and sacrifice.

Watch the KTVB Channel 7 News interview here.