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in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 20, 2024

S 4004: PAST Act of 2024

The PAST Act of 2024 amends the Horse Protection Act to strengthen protections against "soring" - the deliberate infliction of pain on horses to exaggerate their gait, primarily affecting Tennessee Walking Horses, Racking Horses, and Spotted Saddle Horses at shows, exhibitions, or sales. Key provisions include defining prohibited "action devices" (like certain boots or weighted shoes), implementing stricter disqualification periods for sore horses (180 days, then 1 year, then 3 years), requiring licensed, conflict-free inspectors, and increasing penalties for violations (fines up to $5,000 per offense and up to 3 years in prison). The bill directly affects event organizers, inspectors, competitors, and horse owners by mandating new inspection protocols and enforcement. It focuses on concrete policy changes to prevent animal cruelty in the horse show industry.
Mike Crapo (R) · 53 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 19, 2024

SRES 591: A resolution reaffirming the deep and steadfast partnership between, and the ties that bind, the United States and Canada in support of economic and national security.

S. Res. 591 is a Senate resolution introduced on March 19, 2024, that formally reaffirms the U.S.-Canada partnership as a strategic asset for economic and national security. It highlights key economic ties, including $1.3 trillion in annual bilateral trade supporting 7.5 million U.S. jobs, and security cooperation on border management, defense, energy, and critical minerals. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new laws but expresses the Senate’s commitment to deepening collaboration across these areas. The resolution was sponsored by Senators Cramer, King, and others, citing shared democratic values and mutual security interests.
Kevin Cramer (R) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · House Mar 19, 2024

HRES 1086: Expressing support for the designation of March 19, 2024, as "National Agriculture Day" and celebrating the importance of agriculture as one of the most impactful industries in the United States.

This resolution (HRES 1086) is a symbolic gesture expressing the House's support for designating March 19, 2024, as "National Agriculture Day." It does not create new laws or policies, but instead formally recognizes agriculture as a vital industry in the U.S. economy. The resolution celebrates agriculture's broad economic impact without imposing any requirements or changes on farmers, consumers, or government programs. It is a commemorative statement, not a substantive legislative action.
Mark Alford (R) · 68 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 14, 2024

SJRES 64: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: Prevention and Elimination of Digital Discrimination".

This bill (SJRES 64) seeks to block a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rule published in the Federal Register (89 Fed. Reg. 4128, January 22, 2024) that implements provisions from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act related to preventing digital discrimination. It requests Congress disapprove the rule under Chapter 8 of Title 5, U.S. Code, which would prevent the rule from taking effect. The resolution directly affects the FCC's ability to enforce digital discrimination prevention measures under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. If passed, the rule would have no legal force or effect, halting the FCC's regulatory action on this specific issue.
Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill blocks FCC rule preventing digital discrimination, opposing efforts to eliminate inequitable technology access and protect digital rights.90% confidence
Ted Cruz (R) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 14, 2024

SJRES 65: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Reconsideration of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter".

This joint resolution (SJRES 65) seeks to disapprove an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that would have revised national air quality standards for tiny air particles (particulate matter), which are pollutants linked to health issues like asthma and heart disease. The EPA rule, published on March 6, 2024, proposed updating these standards to tighten pollution limits. By invoking the Congressional Review Act, the resolution would block the rule from taking effect, maintaining the current standards without changes. This directly affects the EPA’s ability to implement the proposed revisions to air quality regulations, impacting public health protections and industry compliance requirements.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill blocks EPA rule tightening particulate matter air quality standards, maintaining weaker current standards and preventing stronger pollution controls that protect public health.90% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBlocks EPA rule tightening air quality standards that would reduce pollution-linked health issues (asthma, heart disease), opposing a public health initiative under healthcare topic.80% confidence
Mitch McConnell (R) · 49 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 14, 2024

S 3954: Geothermal Energy Optimization Act

The Geothermal Energy Optimization Act (S 3954) streamlines small-scale geothermal exploration on federal lands by creating a new "geothermal observation test project" category. It allows leaseholders to conduct limited, temporary exploration drilling (under 10 acres disturbance, under 120 days, with temporary infrastructure) without full environmental reviews, using a categorical exclusion process. The bill also establishes a Geothermal Ombudsman and Strike Team within the Bureau of Land Management to improve permitting efficiency, resolve disputes, and develop best practices for geothermal leasing. These changes directly affect geothermal leaseholders and federal agencies managing land use, aiming to accelerate development while maintaining environmental safeguards.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill streamlines geothermal exploration (renewable energy) by removing regulatory barriers, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes clean geothermal energy development by streamlining exploration, aligning with environmental goals of reducing emissions through renewable energy sources while limiting project impact.92% confidence
Martin Heinrich (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 12, 2024

S 3929: A bill to prohibit the Secretary of Agriculture from taking certain proposed actions relating to a land management plan direction for old-growth forest conditions across the National Forest System.

S 3929 prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture from implementing a specific Forest Service notice (88 Fed. Reg. 88042, December 20, 2023) that proposed land management actions for old-growth forest conditions across National Forest System lands. The bill directly affects the Department of Agriculture's management authority over federal forest lands by blocking the adoption of this particular plan direction. It does not create new policy but prevents the executive branch from moving forward with the proposed actions outlined in that specific notice. The bill's effect is limited to halting this one administrative step related to old-growth forest management.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks implementation of old-growth forest management plan (88 Fed. Reg. 88042), preventing conservation measures for National Forest System lands.90% confidence
John Barrasso (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 12, 2024

S 3933: Laken Riley Act

S 3933, the Laken Riley Act, amends immigration law to require mandatory detention for non-citizens charged with certain crimes like theft or burglary, rather than allowing release. It directly affects individuals facing these charges and gives state attorneys general the legal standing to sue federal agencies (like DHS or the State Department) if they claim immigration policies caused the state or residents financial harm exceeding $100. Key provisions include requiring Homeland Security to take custody of such individuals and establishing new court procedures for states to seek injunctions against federal immigration enforcement actions. The bill does not change border policies but focuses on detention requirements and state legal challenges to federal immigration enforcement.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeMandates mandatory detention for non-citizens charged with theft/burglary, increasing incarceration and reducing defendant rights, opposing lenient criminal justice approaches.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandatory detention for non-citizens charged with crimes like theft restricts immigration protections and increases enforcement, aligning with 'oppose' indicators.95% confidence
Katie Boyd Britt (R) · 47 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 12, 2024

S 1514: HELPER Act of 2023

The HELPER Act of 2023 creates a new FHA mortgage insurance program allowing eligible first responders and K-12 teachers to secure home loans with **no down payment**. It directly affects full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, and public/private K-12 teachers who have worked in their roles for at least 4 of the past 5 years. Key provisions include requiring housing counseling, verifying employment status, and prohibiting monthly mortgage insurance premiums (replacing standard FHA requirements). The bill authorizes $660,000 for 2024 and $160,000 annually from 2025-2030 to fund this program, which expires after 5 years.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly targets K-12 teachers for mortgage benefits, directly supporting educators through housing stability measures.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates FHA program enabling no-down-payment mortgages for first responders/teachers, directly increasing affordable housing access for eligible groups.95% confidence
Marco Rubio (R) · 30 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 12, 2024

S 1442: Scaling Community Lenders Act of 2023

This bill increases federal funding to support community development lenders by expanding the Fund's ability to purchase loans from or provide guarantees to community development financial institutions (CDFIs). It raises annual funding from $5 million to $20 million and authorizes $100 million total, allowing non-CDFI organizations (like community development corporations) to also qualify for assistance if they promote community development. The Fund must prioritize organizations demonstrating experience with loan structures or capacity to increase loan volumes, especially for underserved communities. Annual reports will track how funds boost CDFI liquidity, competitiveness, and access to capital for borrowers with unmet financial needs.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases federal funding for community development lenders from $5M to $20M annually, expanding budget allocation for essential community programs.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases federal funding ($20M annual) for CDFIs and community development orgs promoting housing projects, directly advancing affordable housing development.95% confidence
Mark R. Warner (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 6, 2024

SJRES 63: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act".

This joint resolution (SJRES 63) seeks to block a specific rule issued by the Department of Labor (DOL) concerning worker classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The DOL rule (published January 10, 2024) aimed to clarify how businesses must classify workers as employees or independent contractors for purposes of minimum wage and overtime pay. If passed, this resolution would formally disapprove the rule under a statutory process (Chapter 8 of Title 5, U.S. Code), preventing it from taking effect. The rule directly affects employers across industries who use independent contractors and their workers, as it would change how worker status is determined under federal labor law.
Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBlocks DOL rule clarifying worker classification under FLSA, preventing stronger enforcement of minimum wage/overtime protections for workers misclassified as independent contractors.95% confidence
Bill Cassidy (R) · 37 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 6, 2024

S 3886: WAIVER Act

This bill waives a requirement that state veterans homes use domestically produced materials for certain construction projects. It specifically applies to projects with applications submitted by April 15, 2022, and listed on the VA's FY 2023 State Home Construction Grants Priority List. The waiver removes the domestic content preference under the Build America, Buy America Act for these approved projects. It directly affects state veterans home construction projects meeting these specific timing and priority criteria.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRemoves domestic materials requirement for veterans home construction, facilitating project completion and supporting veterans' housing services.90% confidence
James E. Risch (R) · 3 co-sponsors
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