Mar. 6, 2026
Idaho House Committee Rejects Bill to Narrow Child Neglect Definition
Lawmakers express concerns the proposed changes would make it harder to protect children in dangerous situations.
Mar. 5, 2026
Idaho Lawmakers Advance 'Rodents of Unusual Size Act' to Address Growing Rat Problem
The bill directs the state Department of Agriculture to coordinate with local stakeholders to develop a plan to combat the issue.
Mar. 5, 2026
Idaho Budget Committee Rejects Proposals to Restore Wildfire Funding Cuts
Concerns raised over impact on fire preparedness and increased costs
Mar. 5, 2026
Idaho Introduces Bill to Ban DEI Policies for Medicaid Providers
The proposed legislation would prohibit health care organizations that accept Medicaid funding from having diversity, equity, and inclusion policies.
Feb. 28, 2026
Idaho Lawmaker Fights to Restore Disability Caregiver Program
Program that paid parents to care for children with severe disabilities was ended last year, leaving families without options.
Feb. 28, 2026
Idaho Senate Passes Bill Requiring E-Verify for State and Local Governments
The bill would also mandate E-Verify use for large private contractors working with state and local governments.
Feb. 28, 2026
Idaho Budget Committee Rejects Funding for National Guard Scholarships
Lawmakers vote down proposal to restore $190,800 in tuition assistance for Idaho National Guard members.
Feb. 28, 2026
Idaho Lawmakers Defend New Budget Cuts to State Services
Budget committee chairs say cuts are necessary to match ongoing revenue and expenses
Feb. 27, 2026
Idaho Lawmakers Propose Medicaid Cuts, Expansion Repeal
Proposed bills would reduce home care services and replace Medicaid expansion with a capped program.
Feb. 27, 2026
Idaho Lt. Gov. Urges Lawmakers to Protect Education and Infrastructure Amid Budget Cuts
Bedke highlights the importance of maintaining investments in programs like Idaho Launch and water infrastructure projects.
Feb. 26, 2026
Idaho Lt. Gov. Urges Lawmakers to Protect Education, Infrastructure Amid Budget Cuts
Bedke highlights Idaho Launch scholarships and water infrastructure investments as priorities during Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce meeting.
Feb. 26, 2026
Idaho Bill to Empower Attorney General Stalls in Committee
Proposed legislation would allow state to freeze local funds over suspected state law violations
Feb. 25, 2026
Idaho Lawmakers Grapple with Offensive Testimony in Brownface
Conservative provocateur's stunt at legislative hearing sparks debate over free speech and decorum
Feb. 23, 2026
Idaho Lawmakers Push to Overturn Gay Marriage Ruling
State legislature introduces request to Supreme Court to reverse 2015 decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide.
Feb. 22, 2026
Idaho House Passes Bill Banning LGBTQ+ Instruction in Public Schools
The legislation would remove a provision allowing age-appropriate lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Feb. 21, 2026
Idaho Budget Committee Chairs Defend New State Service Cuts
Republican lawmakers say cuts are necessary to balance the budget amid tax cuts and revenue uncertainty.
Feb. 19, 2026
Idaho Legislator Calls for Congress to Protect Public Land Access
State senator warns that selling or transferring federal public lands would burden Idaho taxpayers
Feb. 19, 2026
Idaho Legislator Calls on Congress to Protect Public Access to Public Lands
State Senator Treg Bernt sponsors joint memorial warning against selling or transferring federal public lands
Feb. 18, 2026
Idaho House Passes Expanded Bathroom Bill Allowing Lawsuits
The bill would require businesses to take "reasonable steps" to ensure bathrooms are single-sex, sparking concerns over enforcement and harassment.
Feb. 18, 2026
Idaho House Advances Bill to Protect Foster Youths' Survivor Benefits
The proposed legislation would prohibit the state from collecting and using these funds to pay for a child's care.
