“There shall be a seal of this state…kept by the Secretary of State." That line in Idaho’s Constitution made it official and the legacy lives on today. Every time we affix a seal to a document, we carry forward 130+ years of Idaho history. #SealReveal #EstoPerpetua

In observance of Juneteenth, our offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19, and will reopen on Friday, June 20. Visit sos.idaho.gov for access to our online services.

In 1891, Emma Edwards Green opened her sketchbook and made history. She studied Idaho, sketched its soul, and designed the only state seal created by a woman. In this week's #SealReveal we get to know the seal in Emma's own words.

I'm heartbroken by the horrific attack on firefighters in No. Idaho. These brave public servants already put their lives on the line to protect us & this kind of violence is unthinkable. My prayers are with them, their families, and the entire community. tinyurl.com/yckdr3hw

Making its mark since 1891. All month, we've highlighted the Great Seal of the State of Idaho. From bronze to paper to carpet, Idaho’s Great Seal shows up everywhere, and is a testament to the staying power of Emma Edwards Green's original design. #SealReveal #OnlyInIdaho

With the stroke of a pen on July 3, 1890, President Benjamin Harrison signed the act that welcomed Idaho into the Union. One hundred and thirty-five years later, we’re still proud to be the Gem State.

Happy Independence Day! Today, we begin the year-long countdown and celebration of America’s 250th birthday in 2026! 🇺🇸 Visit America250.idaho.gov to see how we’re honoring our nation’s history and building momentum toward 2026 in Idaho!

I recently had the chance to visit Taiwan with fellow Secretaries of State and was struck by how deeply connected Idaho is to this vital region. I am proud of the role Idaho plays on the global stage and grateful to represent our state in such an important exchange.

I spent this past week in Washington D.C., not as Secretary of State, but as an incredibly proud Dad watching my daughter Kennedy speak up for kids with Type 1 Diabetes at the #BreakthroughT1DCC25.

I had the pleasure of welcoming elections officials from across the country to Idaho for Election Center (Natl Assoc of Election Officials) CERA certification training. It’s inspiring to connect with others who care deeply about running secure, transparent elections.

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I met with Intergovernmental Affairs for President Trump & USCIS to share how we're leading the way on clean, accurate voter rolls. Grateful for strong partnerships & proud to represent Idaho in strengthening election integrity! 🗳️

America will be turning 250 and we want Idaho communities to be part of the celebration! Idaho is launching the America250 Celebration Fund to help cities and counties enhance local events & projects leading up to July 4, 2026. Learn more and apply at america250.idaho.gov/celebration-fu…

Election security is not a slogan in Idaho. It’s something we prove through action. Idaho’s statewide review of voter rolls launched under the Only Citizens Will Vote Act is helping ensure only eligible voters cast ballots. 📰 Details: press.voteidaho.gov/press-release/…

At #NASS conference last week I was honored to introduce Clerk Trent Tripple to talk about Ada County Elections Ballot Verifier, setting a new standard for election transparency. Cody McRoberts of my team also presented Idaho’s award-winning, collaborative approach to election security.

Idaho’s elections run on people like YOU. 🗳️ Join us and help Idaho vote ➡️ voteidaho.gov/become-an-elec… #HelpAmericaVote Election Asst. Comm.

The 19th Amendment was ratified on this day in 1920. But Idaho led the way by granting women the right to vote in 1896, decades ahead of the nation. #VoteIdaho

It’s #NationalPotatoDay, a reminder of what grows strong when rooted in the right soil. So is voting. It’s how we show up, season after season. #VoteIdaho

Update from Secretary of State Phil McGrane on a record-breaking distribution to public schools from state endowment land: Idaho Secretary of State gemstatechronicle.com/2025/08/mcgran…

Congratulations to election professionals in Ada County who have worked hard to earn this achievement in the elections administration field. Well done!