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Idaho's Budget Grew 2. 5% Despite the Cuts, because of Welfare Spending
19+ hour, 55+ min ago (200+ words) The reason is simple: the massive welfare budget increases eclipsed the cuts in other programs! A bit of background: The legislative session essentially splits fiscal years. Currently, we are in FY26, which ends on June 30, 2026. When the Legislature convened in January,…...
Senate Bill 1454 " Approp, H&W, ELD, youth, fam, add'l (-1)
1+ week, 16+ hour ago (530+ words) Note: This year IFF rated maintenance bills according to a more refined system. This is an enhancement bill, and will be rated as a standalone bill. IFF will only consider enhancement line items in these ratings. This means that FTP…...
Senate Bill 1450 " Child tax credit, permanent (+1)
1+ week, 1+ day ago (165+ words) Bill Description: Senate Bill 1450 would extend the $205 nonrefundable child tax credit by removing the sunset date of January 1, 2026. Does it directly or indirectly create or increase any taxes, fees, or other assessments? Conversely, does it eliminate or reduce any taxes,…...
Senate Bill 1449 " Canvassing, signature gatherers (-6)
1+ week, 1+ day ago (548+ words) NOTE: Senate Bill 1449 is similar to Senate Bill 1411 (2026) and House Bill 735 (2026). Compared to its predecessors, Senate Bill 1449 would drop the requirement that paid canvassers meet the criteria of a "qualified elector. Does it create, expand, or enlarge any agency, board,…...
Senate Bill 1426 " Approp, transportation, add'l (-1)
2+ week, 1+ day ago (234+ words) Note: This year IFF rated maintenance bills according to a more refined system. This is an enhancement bill, and will be rated as a standalone bill. IFF will only consider enhancement line items in these ratings. This means that FTP…...
House Bill 906 " Approp, community colleges, add'l (-1)
3+ week, 2+ day ago (11+ words) Idaho Freedom...
House Bill 829 " Insurance claims, prompt payment (-5)
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (10+ words) Idaho Freedom...