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Boise State officials testify over legislative memorial, NIL ‘war’ in athletics University bigwigs were involved in crafting an Idaho joint memorial urging Congress to take action on guidelines around NIL.

Boise State rolled out the big guns

From Shaun Goodwin

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These tax limits ‘hamstrung’ small towns. Now, their author hopes to fix the law Rep. Mike Moyle championed a sweeping 2021 law to stem property taxes. Today, he wants to change it to help small towns pay for growth.

These tax limits ‘hamstrung’ small towns. Now, their author hopes to fix the law

From Mark Dee

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This ‘crappy bill’ should pass, lawmaker says. It’s headed to Gov. Little “I didn’t come to Boise to burn a lot of these things down,” one lawmaker said.

“It’s a crappy bill that we have to vote on. But it’s a necessary bill,”

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Can Idaho pass a bill banning Boise’s Pride flag? What to know “You can’t pick some groups and not others,” a lawmaker said.

Can Idaho pass a bill banning Boise’s Pride flag? What to know

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‘Why are we going after them?’: Idaho lawmakers question targeting this group The concrete savings to the state budget would be just $80,000.

“I’m trying to figure out why are we here, why are we doing this?”

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Candidate filed to run in both Idaho and Kentucky. What happened next? The Republican told the Statesman that he spends most of his time in Idaho, but was traveling to the Bluegrass State a lot for family.

A former Idaho state legislator filed to run for state office in both Kentucky and Idaho.

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Can Idaho lawmakers bar children, pregnant women from getting COVID-19 vaccine? A lawmaker compared getting the vaccine with using meth. The Idaho Medical Association said his bill would infringe on medical freedoms.

Can Idaho lawmakers bar children, pregnant women from getting COVID-19 vaccine?

Sarah Cutler dives in

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‘It takes a toll.’ What happened to Idaho families when caregiver pay was lost The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare ended the program in July. Families who provide their own in-home care hope for its return.

She doesn’t know there’s conflict. She doesn’t understand what goes on behind closed doors as people fight over the care she receives. But she smiles every day.

@beccasavransky.bsky.social
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Amid nationwide health insurance woes, is there a ‘biblical solution’ in Idaho? Christian health care sharing ministries see uptick in interest nationwide. Lawmakers work to expand tax benefits for Idahoans on these plans.

Amid nationwide health insurance woes, is there a ‘biblical solution’ in Idaho?

From Sarah Cutler

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An ‘emotional’ issue: Lawmakers aim to crack down on immigration in Idaho “I realize that this is an emotional subject in our country today,” said a lawmaker, about immigration.

An ‘emotional’ issue: Lawmakers aim to crack down on immigration in Idaho

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Boise legislator drops out just after the deadline to run in May’s primary. Why? I’ve done some good and am ready to pass the baton on to the next public servant,” the lawmaker said.

One of the few Republicans representing Boise dropped out of the May primary race. What we know:

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‘No nepotism’: Should some Idaho mayors get to hire their relatives? “I was frustrated,” said one mayor.

Should some Idaho mayors get to hire their relatives? A look at a new bill

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What Idaho Senate just did about mini-hospital firm accused of ‘excessive’ rates A stand-alone hospital in Post Falls has spurred legislation that aims to reign in how much freestanding emergency rooms can charge insurers for health care.

The legislation aims to crack down on “excessive” reimbursement claims. Here's why

From Angela Palermo

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Idaho bill targets students who protest during school. What happened to it? “It’s a waste of taxpayer money for students to leave their classrooms” to protest, one lawmaker said.

A bill this year would have targeted students who leave school during the day to protest.

@beccasavransky.bsky.social found out what happened:

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‘We can do better’: Republicans slam $130 million cuts as ‘not responsible’ The cuts to fiscal year 2026’s budget narrowly passed the Senate. They are now set to move to the House.

Idaho lawmakers clashed this week about budget cuts

“Senators, we can do better,” one Republican said.

By Sarah Cutler

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What happened to that Idaho bill? Stay updated on latest at the Capitol with this tracker Here’s a list of the most high-profile pieces of legislation and updates on how close they are to becoming law.

As always, check out our bill tracker to find our where high-profile legislation stands:

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Are you feeling tired and grumpy after losing an hour of sleep? Well, I have just the thing to cheer you up

💫A roundup of Idaho legislature stories!💫

That's right, this is your chance to catch up on last week's wild ride before a new week starts

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For #employeeappreciationday, McClatchy graciously offered its employees the opportunity to spend what little wages they get on overpriced merchandise.

You know what would make us feel actually appreciated? A livable wage. McClatchy should offer us one.

Candidate filed to run in both Idaho and Kentucky. What happened next? The Republican told the Statesman that he spends most of his time in Idaho, but was traveling to the Bluegrass State a lot for family.

A candidate filed to run in both Idaho and Kentucky. Here's what happened next #idpol #idleg

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We'll be back with more reporting next week!

New Idaho bill would get rid of car registration stickers. Here’s what to know “This can be a good thing for the state,” a Meridian senator said.

A bill to end the legal requirements for vehicle registration tags is headed to the governor's desk. Here's what drivers need to know:

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‘Pandora’s box’: Proposed Idaho constitutional amendment stirs confusion The proposal would ensure “the right of the people to educate their children without government regulation.” But what would that mean?

Idaho lawmakers are considering a resolution that would ask voters to remove a portion of the state constitution on compulsory attendance at schools.

@beccasavransky.bsky.social
looked into what that would mean

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Should Idaho schools read the Bible daily? Legislature committee was torn One legislator challenged the idea that church and state must remain separate.

Lawmakers on Friday opted not to introduce a bill that would have required daily Bible readings in Idaho’s public schools — on a tie vote.

Here's why?

@beccasavransky.bsky.social

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Idaho day cares have strict ratios for providers, kids. That could change for some A lawmaker sought to pull back on rules affecting in-home day care providers. Last year, dozens said deregulating day cares would harm kids.

One lawmaker proposed a change to state laws governing the provider-child ratio for in-home day cares.

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‘Flat-out broken’: Independent candidates bet Idaho is fed up with party politics Former state Rep. Todd Achilles, who’s challenging U.S. Sen. Jim Risch, said the wealth concentration in the U.S. resembles the Gilded Age.

But few see the Democrats as an answer, one candidate said. “People are beginning to realize that the issue is not left vs. right. It’s top vs. bottom,” he said.“It’s who’s got the power, and who doesn’t.”
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The ‘Don Lemon law’? Idaho lawmakers want to keep protests out of churches In Minnesota, protesters interrupted services at a church where an ICE officer works as pastor. Idaho lawmakers don’t want it to happen here.

The ‘Don Lemon law’? Idaho lawmakers want to keep protests out of churches

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Sarah Cutler has more:

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Ada County wanted a $49 million jail bond. Now lawmakers propose $3 million fix “We really don’t have the funding to put that in place at this point in time,” one lawmaker told the Statesman.

I believe the funds are there,” one lawmaker told the Statesman. “We need to pay the bills.”
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Is Idaho’s school funding model outdated? This plan would seek an answer The proposed resolution asks that the formula be based on student needs “in recognition that students require different funding supports.”

How Idaho funds schools is a big deal. Does the current formula need to be modernized? From
@beccasavransky.bsky.social

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