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68th Legislature, 2nd Regular Session (2026) · Adjourned

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Adjourned

Ended Apr 10, 2026

Bills filed

817

this session

Bills passed

498

61% pass rate

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105

35 Senate · 70 House

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vetoed · Idaho · House Apr 2, 2026

H 975: APPROPRIATIONS – Relates to the appropriation and transfer of moneys in the state treasury for fiscal year 2027.

This bill would have prevented the transfer of excess money from Idaho's Budget Stabilization Fund to the state's General Fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Instead of automatically moving surplus funds as required by existing law, the bill would have kept those reserves in the stabilization account during that two-year period. The legislation included an emergency clause to take effect immediately upon signing, but it was vetoed by the Governor on April 28, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed both · Idaho · House Apr 2, 2026

HJM 20: EDUCATION FUNDING – States findings of the Legislature and calls on the President of the United States and Congress to assist states in covering the costs of educating students residing in the United States regardless of immigration status.

This joint memorial from the Idaho Legislature asks the U.S. federal government to help states pay for the costs of educating students regardless of their immigration status. It requests that Congress create a new federal funding program to supplement existing education grants and conduct a study on the financial impact of educating these students. The bill does not change Idaho's laws or funding directly but serves as a formal request to the federal government for financial assistance. It is based on the legal requirement that states must provide public education to all students within their borders.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Immigration

passed both · Idaho · House Apr 2, 2026

HCR 34: BEAR RIVER – States findings of the Legislature and reaffirms Idaho’s rights under the Bear River Compact.

This bill reaffirms Idaho's water rights under the Bear River Compact and directs state agencies to actively develop and protect Idaho's allocated water supply. It requires the Idaho Water Resource Board to prepare reports on water development opportunities and prioritize feasibility studies for new storage projects, while directing funds from a 2027 transfer to support these efforts. The resolution also instructs state officials to strictly enforce irrigation reserve rules for Bear Lake and to consult with legislative leaders before negotiating agreements with other states or utilities regarding Bear River water management.

Topics ✓ Environment

passed both · Idaho · House Apr 2, 2026

HCR 36: NATIONAL GUARD – States findings of the Legislature and expresses support and commendation for the Idaho National Guard.

This bill is a concurrent resolution that formally expresses the Idaho Legislature's support and commendation for the Idaho National Guard. It recognizes the Guard's dual role in state emergency response and federal military service while highlighting specific modernization efforts, including the Air National Guard's transition from A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft to F-16 Fighting Falcons and the Army National Guard's shift from an Armor Brigade Combat Team to a Mobile Brigade Combat Team. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves to acknowledge the Guard's service history and endorse its ongoing force structure changes.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed both · Idaho · House Apr 2, 2026

HJM 21: MINING – States findings of the Legislature and supports re-opening American Tungsten’s IMA mining project.

This bill is a joint memorial from the Idaho Legislature that formally requests federal support and encourages state and local agencies to approve the re-opening of American Tungsten's IMA mining project in Lemhi County. The document highlights tungsten as a critical mineral essential for national defense and argues that developing a domestic supply chain reduces reliance on foreign imports, particularly from China. It urges the U.S. Department of War to provide grant funding for the project and asks state and local governments to process necessary permits in a timely manner, noting the mine is on private land and does not require federal authorization. The memorial also emphasizes the project's potential economic benefits for Idaho communities, including job creation and infrastructure improvements like a new fire station for the city of Challis.

Topics ✓ Energy

in committee · United States · House Oct 1, 2026

HR 10681: National Critical Minerals Council Act

The National Critical Minerals Council Act establishes a new interagency body within the Executive Office of the President to coordinate U.S. policy regarding the sourcing, production, and supply chains of critical minerals and materials. This council is co-chaired by the Secretary of the Interior, the National Security Advisor, and the Director of the National Economic Council, with membership drawn from heads or designees of numerous federal agencies including Defense, Energy, State, and Treasury. Its primary duties include developing a national strategy to reduce reliance on foreign adversaries, tracking international investments in mining projects, and harmonizing conflicting policies across different government departments. The bill requires the council to create a public digital dashboard for project transparency and mandates that it submit an initial report and annual progress briefings to relevant congressional committees.

Topics ✓ Energy

passed · United States · Senate Oct 1, 2026

S 3258: Aviation Medication Transparency Act of 2026

This bill requires the FAA to create and maintain a public website listing medications approved for use by pilots, air traffic controllers, and aviation trainees seeking medical certification. The list must include all approved prescription and over-the-counter medications, indicate required duty limitations for certain drugs, flag medications the FAA prohibits ("Do Not Issue"), and provide clear guidance for medical providers. The FAA must develop this list with input from aviation experts, training institutions, and union representatives, and update it annually to reflect current medical standards. This directly affects aviation medical applicants by making medication safety information transparent and accessible at the time of certification.

Topics ✓ Transportation

passed · United States · Senate Oct 1, 2026

S 3257: John A. Hauser Mental Health in Aviation Act

This bill requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to update regulations to encourage pilots and air traffic controllers to seek and disclose mental health care without fear of losing their medical certification. It mandates an annual review of the "special issuance" process (for medical certification) to consider new treatments, improve examiner training, and reduce backlogs, while allocating $15 million annually (2026-2029) to recruit more medical examiners and provide mental health training. Additionally, it funds a $1.5 million annual public campaign to destigmatize mental health care in aviation, improve trust with workers, and make resources easily accessible at aviation medical offices and training facilities. The FAA must consult with industry stakeholders and report progress to Congress on implementation.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Transportation

passed · United States · Senate Sep 30, 2026

SRES 942: A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Forensic Science Week.

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299)

in committee · United States · Senate Sep 30, 2026

SRES 934: A resolution designating October 10, 2026, as "American Girls in Sports Day".

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5267)

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signed · Idaho · House Apr 2, 2026

H 928: MERIT-BASED HEALTH CARE – Adds to existing law to establish the Merit-Based Health Care Act.

This bill establishes the Merit-Based Health Care Act in Idaho, which requires health care providers participating in Medicaid to base employment and contracting decisions on individual merit and professional qualifications rather than ideological or discriminatory practices. The law specifically prohibits the use of state Medicaid funds to support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, bias training, or other policies that consider race or sex in hiring, promotion, or compensation decisions. Providers must comply with these requirements as a condition of their Medicaid agreements, and violations can result in civil penalties ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 depending on the size of the organization and the number of violations. The bill also includes a limited private right of action allowing health care professionals to sue if they face retaliation for refusing to participate in prohibited DEI conduct.

Topics ✗ Healthcare

signed · Idaho · House Apr 2, 2026

H 810: ELECTIONS – Amends existing law to provide certain physical presence requirements for state representatives and senators.

This bill updates Idaho's election laws to require state legislative candidates to maintain a fixed residence within their district for at least 120 nights during the year before filing for office. The law applies to all candidates running for state representative or senator positions and includes an exemption for those serving in active military duty. Candidates must also meet existing requirements such as being at least 21 years old, a U.S. citizen, and a registered voter in the district for one year. The changes take effect on January 1, 2027, and do not alter other existing qualifications for state legislators.

Topics ✓ Veterans

signed · Idaho · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 1410: MEDICAID – Adds to existing law to provide legislative approval for the Department of Health and Welfare to submit a state plan amendment regarding change in encounter rate due to change in scope of services.

This bill requires legislative approval for the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare to adjust Medicaid payment rates for Federally Qualified Health Centers and Rural Health Clinics when their scope of services changes. It establishes a process where clinics must notify the department 60 days before implementing service changes and submit a rate adjustment application after six months of full implementation, requiring a minimum 4.5% cost increase to qualify. The legislation sets specific timelines for department review and allows clinics to appeal final rate decisions, while also repealing certain existing administrative rules effective October 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · Idaho · House Apr 2, 2026

H 930: CAMPAIGN FINANCE – Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the duties of political treasurers.

This bill updates Idaho campaign finance rules by clarifying the responsibilities of political treasurers for candidates and political committees. It requires treasurers to maintain separate checking accounts for campaign funds, keep detailed records of contributions and expenditures within seven days, and file all required reports. The legislation also specifies that campaign funds can only be invested in low-risk cash equivalents like certificates of deposit and must be preserved for at least one year after an election. These changes apply to all candidates and political committees subject to Idaho's campaign reporting requirements and take effect on July 1, 2026.

signed · Idaho · House Apr 2, 2026

H 542: SOCIAL MEDIA – Adds to existing law to establish the Stop Harms from Addictive Social Media Act.

Idaho's H 542, the "Stop Harms from Addictive Social Media Act," targets major social media platforms (those earning $1+ billion in global ad revenue) operating in Idaho. It directly affects children under 16 by restricting platforms' use of specific "addictive interface features" like infinite scrolling, auto-play videos, and profile-based feeds. The law triggers two usage-based restrictions: after 25 cumulative hours in six months, platforms must notify parents; after 50 hours, they must disable addictive features for minors. The bill defines key terms and establishes enforcement mechanisms, focusing on protecting Idaho children's online experiences without banning social media use.

Topics ✗ Technology

signed · United States · House Sep 25, 2026

HR 3657: Hydropower Licensing Transparency Act

This bill requires the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to submit annual reports to Congress about pending hydropower license applications. Specifically, FERC must report on licenses where licensees notified them at least 3 years prior but haven't received new licenses yet, including details like notification dates, docket numbers, application status, and upcoming proceedings. The reports aim to increase transparency in the relicensing process for existing hydropower facilities. This directly affects FERC (which must provide the reports) and Congress (which receives them), with no direct impact on hydropower operators or the licensing outcome itself.

signed · United States · Senate Sep 10, 2026

S 858: Hershel ‘Woody' Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act

This bill directs the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to place a monument honoring Medal of Honor recipients on federal land near the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., overriding standard location rules. It specifically requires the monument to be located within the National Mall's "Reserve" area adjacent to the Lincoln Memorial, as defined in federal law. The bill affects the museum foundation's construction plans and the public's access to this new memorial site. It does not change how the Medal of Honor is awarded, only the physical location of its commemorative monument.

Topics ✓ Veterans

signed · United States · Senate Jan 14, 2026

S 222: Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025

This bill amends the National School Lunch Program to allow schools participating in the program to serve whole milk as an option to students, in addition to reduced-fat and fat-free milk. It permits schools to offer whole milk (organic or non-organic), reduced-fat, low-fat, and fat-free milk, as well as lactose-free milk and nutritionally equivalent nondairy beverages that meet specific nutritional standards. The bill clarifies that milk fat in whole milk should not be counted as saturated fat for compliance with meal nutrition standards. Additionally, it requires schools to include food allergy information in training for food service personnel. These changes directly affect schools participating in the National School Lunch Program and the students who eat school meals.

signed · United States · House Dec 26, 2025

HR 187: MAPWaters Act of 2025

Modernizing Access to our Public Waters Act or the MAPWaters Act of 2025 or the MAPWaters Act of 2025 This act directs the Forest Service and the Department of the Interior to standardize and publish data relating to the public's access to federal waterways for recreational use. (Sec. 3) The Forest Service and Interior must jointly develop and adopt interagency standards for data collection and dissemination of geospatial data relating to public outdoor recreational access of federal waterways and federal fishing restrictions. The standards must ensure compatibility and interoperability among applicable federal databases with respect to collection and dissemination of such data. (Sec. 4) Within five years, the Forest Service and Interior must also digitize and make publicly available online certain geographic information system data about (1) federal waterway restrictions, (2) federal waterway access and navigation information, and (3) federal fishing restrictions. They must also update the data about waterway restrictions, waterway access, and navigation information at least twice per year. Data about fishing restrictions must be updated in real time as changes go into effect. The Forest Service and Interior must also develop a process to allow members of the public to submit questions or comments regarding the data regarding waterway restrictions, waterway access, and navigation information. The requirements under this section do not apply to irrigation canals and flowage easements. (Sec. 5) To carry out the act, the Forest Service and Interior may (1) coordinate and partner with nonfederal agencies, private entities, and nonprofit partners; and (2) enter into agreements with third parties. The Forest Service and Interior may work with the U.S. Geological Survey to collect, aggregate, digitize, standardize, and publish data on their behalf. (Sec. 6) The Forest Service and Interior must annually report to specified congressional committees on their progress in meeting the requirements of this act.

signed · United States · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 356: Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025

Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025 This act extends and modifies the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) program, under which states and counties containing certain federal land may receive payments from the Forest Service or the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for schools, roads, and certain other municipal services. The act modifies the SRS program, including by extending payments made to states and counties containing federal land through FY2026, providing lapsed payments for FY2024 and FY2025, extending the authority of counties to initiate projects using such funds through FY2028, and extending the authority to initiate projects proposed by resource advisory committees through FY2028.

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