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.
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.
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.
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.
This bill modifies Idaho state laws to establish clearer rules for how the governor fills vacant state office positions and how the Senate reviews those appointments. It directly affects state officials, the governor, and the Senate by setting specific timelines for making appointments and defining consequences when the Senate rejects a nominee. The key provisions require the governor to fill certain vacancies within 12 months of a term ending and make appointments while the Senate is in session immediately. Additionally, if the Senate expressly rejects a gubernatorial appointee, that person cannot be reappointed to the same position for one year. The bill also includes technical corrections to existing statutes and declares an emergency to allow immediate implementation.
This bill is a concurrent resolution that formally recognizes community schools as an effective method for improving student outcomes and strengthening communities in Idaho. It encourages ongoing cooperation between schools, families, and local organizations to grow and maintain these programs across the state. The resolution highlights that community schools operate as neighborhood hubs offering integrated health services and expanded learning opportunities through four key areas: student support, extended learning time, family involvement, and collaborative leadership. While it does not change laws or allocate funding, it serves as an official legislative endorsement of the current community school model already in use at 65 schools throughout Idaho.
This bill is a concurrent resolution that formally recognizes Idaho athletes who participated in the 2026 Winter Olympics held in Italy. It specifically names seven athletes and highlights the medal achievements of three of them, including gold and silver medalists. The resolution serves as an official statement of appreciation from the Idaho Legislature for the athletes' accomplishments and sacrifices. It does not create new laws or change policies but rather acknowledges past athletic achievements.
This bill approves most temporary and pending administrative rules submitted by Idaho state agencies for review during the 2026 legislative session, while rejecting specific rules from agencies including agriculture, environmental quality, health and welfare, and occupational licensing. The resolution allows agencies to continue their proposed regulations unless the Legislature explicitly disapproves them, with rejected rules becoming void at the end of the session. It lists 17 specific rule dockets that are not approved, covering areas such as seed production, fishing licenses, daycare licensing, water quality, and occupational therapy standards. State agencies and the public are directly affected as this determines which proposed regulations will remain in effect or expire.
This bill modifies Idaho's tax exemptions for data center operations, extending a sales tax exemption for data center equipment and revising property tax rules for capital investments. It requires businesses to invest at least $250 million in data center facilities and create 30 new full-time jobs within specific timeframes to qualify for the exemptions. The legislation also introduces new requirements for companies starting construction on or after April 1, 2026, including electricity rate agreements and water consumption planning with local providers. Businesses that fail to meet these investment and job creation requirements must pay the taxes that would have otherwise been owed.
This bill is a joint memorial from the Idaho Legislature that formally requests the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to reduce the number of pelicans in Idaho. It argues that the pelican population has grown too large and is negatively impacting local fish populations and fishing-related businesses. The document asks the federal government to allow measures to control the bird population and to provide financial compensation to the state for resource losses. This is a non-binding resolution intended to communicate Idaho's concerns to federal officials rather than create new laws.
This concurrent resolution urges Idaho voters to reject the Idaho Medical Cannabis Act if it appears on the November 2026 ballot. The bill does not change any laws or create new programs; instead, it serves as a formal statement from the legislature expressing opposition to medical marijuana legalization. The resolution cites concerns about potential health risks, environmental damage, increased crime, and significant state budget costs associated with implementing a medical cannabis program. It also notes that the proposed act would allow home delivery of marijuana and does not require a doctor's prescription, which the legislature argues could lead to widespread recreational use.
This bill amends Idaho law to clarify where concealed weapons are prohibited. It bans carrying concealed weapons in courtrooms, courthouse areas used as jails, juvenile detention facilities, and public/private schools (with limited exceptions for authorized personnel like security staff or peace officers). It also adds a new prohibition against providing false information when applying for a concealed carry permit. Violations remain misdemeanor offenses. The changes take effect July 1, 2026.
