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‘A family-oriented dinosaur’: Idaho governor signs new prehistoric emblem into law
During a visit to the school, Horman said fourth grade students had prepared a presentation explaining the traits of the dinosaur.
Statehouse roundup, 3.31.23: House passes libraries bill, as session nears conclusion
Friday’s vote came after a contentious debate with biblical overtones. Lawmakers were wrapping up the final bills on their calendar Friday.
Analysis: A wild and unpredictable legislative session? Just wait ’til next year
We don’t make the rules around here. But the 2024 legislative session could easily be more turbulent than the session that is just wrapping up. Here’s why.
Resignations, conflicts and unmet expectations — Idaho’s Charter Commission at a crossroads
The commission will at least see three new leaders and possibly a transformation as the charter and parental choice movements gain momentum.
Statehouse roundup, 3.30.23: Senate passes library porn bill, teacher pay bill rolls through Legislature
The actions came during a long 81st day of the legislative session. It was’t be the final day of the session. Both houses will reconvene at 8:30 a.m. Friday.
Statehouse roundup, 3.29.23: Senate overrides property tax veto
The rare and resounding override marks Day 80 of the legislative session — a session that has already gone longer than lawmakers had hoped.
Senate rejects Echeverria appointment to charter commission
In other business Wednesday evening, State Board of Education member David Hill was reappointed, over objections from conservatives.
Statehouse roundup, 3.28.23: House overrides property tax veto, as showdown escalates
Amidst the end-of-session impasse, a handful of big-ticket education bills are on hold.
Idaho districts and charters carry over $519 million in savings
Fund balances — or savings — have reached record amounts and increased by an average of 17% over the past three years.
Statehouse roundup, 3.27.23: Library pornography bills see new amendments
In other news, the Senate took up a slew of school spending bills — all of which passed.