Governor Gives 2026 State of the State Address: A Few County Issues Mentioned
While only a few county issues were mentioned, those issues could have significant impacts on county budgets. Governor Little’s State of the State address clocked in at just under 29 minutes with a theme of “Enduring Idaho.” The speech mainly focused on plans to balance the state budget while still fully conforming to the One …
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What to Watch in Week One
The 2026 Idaho Legislative Session begins with significant organizational shifts due to recent resignations and retirements. Three of these resignations (Reps. Andrus, Clow, and Horman) created committee chair vacancies. To fill those vacancies, Speaker Moyle appointed Rep. Josh Tanner (District 14) to co-chair JFAC (House Appropriations, replacing Rep. Horman); Rep. Raymond (District 31) replaces Rep. …
New IAC Legislative Committee Chair and Vice Chair for the 2026 Legislative Session
Twin Falls County Commissioner and IAC Legislative Committee Chair Don Hall was recently appointed to the Idaho Legislature. His resignation created a vacancy for the IAC Legislative Chair and Vice Chair positions. “We commend Commissioner Hall for his steadfast dedication to ensuring that county perspectives were acknowledged, considered, and professionally and effectively advocated for during …
State Tax Collections Continue to Lag Projections
On November 10, 2025, the Idaho Division of Financial Management released updated state revenue information through October. As of October 31st, state tax collections continue to lag behind projections. State tax collections are currently below the revised August forecast by $103.1 million. Revenue misses for the current state fiscal year are largely due to lower …
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Counties Across Idaho Shine Green in Honor of Veterans
In observance of Veterans Day, the National Association of Counties (NACo) launched its fifth annual Operation Green Light for Veterans campaign. Throughout the week-long initiative, counties across the nation illuminated their buildings, offices, and streetlights in green to honor the service and sacrifice of America’s veterans. The green light serves as a visible symbol of …
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IAC Releases 2026 Legislative Priorities and Platform
The Idaho Association of Counties Legislative Committee recently convened to prioritize legislative and policy resolutions adopted by the IAC membership. The IAC Legislative Committee reviewed a wide range of resolutions, many related to funding vital county services. Ultimately, the committee settled on four priorities: Increase Fiscal Transparency and Accountability – Partner with the Idaho Legislature …
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IAC Resource Spotlight – Natural Resource Litigation Fund
The Idaho Association of Counties’ Natural Resource Litigation Fund was established to ensure participating counties have the financial support and unified voice needed to defend their interests in matters involving federal land management, natural resource policy, and related litigation. The fund enables contributing countries to participate collectively in legal actions that protect their authority, access …
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IAC Districts 3 and 4 Hold Fall Meetings and Elect New Officers
Last week, IAC District 3 held its meeting in Elmore County, while IAC District 4 convened in Twin Falls County. During the IAC District 3 meeting, new officers were sworn in. Rick Hogaboam, Canyon County Clerk, was sworn in as District Chair; Alex Sosa, Boise County Prosecutor, as Vice Chair; and Joan Howell, Payette County …
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2025 ISACC Annual Conference Recap
The Idaho State Association of County Coroners (ISACC) gathered at the Riverside Hotel, September 17–18, for their Annual Conference. The event brought together 27 elected coroners and 6 deputies for two days of education, collaboration, and connection. In addition, 12 coroners joined the Idaho Association of Counties’ Annual Conference to participate in joint workshops that …
County Commissioners from Idaho Advocate at NACo’s Annual PILT Fly-In
Boundary County Commissioner Tim Bertling, Custer County Commissioner Will Nailon, Owyhee County Commissioner Cindy Bachman, and Twin Falls County Commissioner Don Hall along with IAC Executive Director Seth Grigg and IAC Policy Advisor Clay Boeckel joined county leaders from more than 40 public lands counties in 15 states last week for the annual National Association …
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