Week 11: Idaho Legislative Session
The legislative session, which may conclude within the next couple of weeks, is a critical period for us. Despite being in the final stretch, we are diligently monitoring several significant issues that could affect counties. Transportation Funding Earlier this week, the Joint Finance Appropriation Committee made a decision that could significantly impact us. They set …
Week 10: Idaho Legislative Session
The legislature has moved very quickly this week, except when it comes to budgets. Multiple budgets were voted down this week in the Senate and the House, putting the Joint Finance Appropriation Committee a couple of weeks behind its original budget-setting goals. The Idaho Constitution requires a balanced budget to be set before the legislature …
Week 8: Idaho Legislative Session – The Final Stretch
State of Play We’re now about two-thirds of the way through the 2025 Idaho Legislative Session, and things are moving quickly. Bills are often advancing through committees and floor debates at a fast clip. The Idaho Association of Counties remains fully engaged, advocating for all five IAC legislative priorities alongside several policies. With crossover deadlines …
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Week 7: Legislative Update
As the legislative session progresses, three IAC Priorities continue to move forward. Below are critical updates and action items for the upcoming week. House Bill 166 – Public Notices Passes the House House Bill 166, which modernizes public notice requirements by allowing notices to be published on the state’s website, passed the House by a …