Idaho Legislative Session Concludes Week One
This year, the 2024 election led to significant turnover in the capitol, so there are many new faces. With so many incoming freshmen, the session started slowly as they continued to learn the ropes. So far, only seven bills have been introduced in the House and none in the Senate, but this does not mean …
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Governor Little’s State of The State Proposes “Keeping Promises” Theme
Today, Governor Brad Little delivered the annual State of the State address to kick off the Idaho legislative session. He touted Idaho’s “safe communities, bustling economic activity, increasing incomes, tax relief, fewer regulations, fiscal responsibility, and common-sense values.” He shared this year’s theme, “Keeping Promises.” He reminisced about past promises made to Idahoans for tax …
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Primary Election Results in Senate Leadership Shakeup
The Idaho Primary Election on Tuesday was marked by numerous legislative match-ups decided by narrow margins. This year, more Republican and Democratic incumbents faced challengers than in the past, resulting in a significant shift. Sixteen incumbents were unseated, including some who had won against past House and Senate members in prior elections. These challengers, many …
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IAC Publishes 2024 Legislative Review
The 2024 Idaho Legislative Session concluded with a flurry of activity, leaving a mark as one of the most notable sessions in recent history. The Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) Legislative Committee, under the steadfast leadership of Chair Twin Falls County Commissioner Don Hall and Vice-Chair Ada County Commissioner Tom Dayley, convened 12 times, …