State Finances Outperform Projections Idaho collected more tax revenue than anticipated in April, putting the state on course to finish the fiscal year with a balanced budget, Governor Brad Little announced. The governor attributed the revenue performance to economic expansion across the state, noting that fiscal discipline has kept spending aligned with available resources. Governor […]

Idaho Governor Brad Little signed a proclamation Wednesday endorsing the expansion of Turning Point USA’s high school clubs statewide, drawing criticism from advocates who say the move contradicts state laws aimed at keeping partisan politics out of public schools. The ceremonial announcement, held alongside Idaho students and Superintendent of Public Education Debbie Critchfield, promotes the […]

Governor Blocks Multiple Measures as Session Winds Down Governor Brad Little rejected five pieces of legislation this week as Idaho’s 2026 legislative session nears its conclusion, exercising his veto authority on measures that cleared both chambers earlier this year. The vetoes came April 9, marking one of the session’s final rounds of executive action on […]

Legislation Would End Taxpayer-Funded Union Time A measure limiting how Idaho school districts can support teachers’ union activities is on Governor Brad Little’s desk awaiting his decision. House Bill 516 would prohibit public school districts from using taxpayer resources for certain union-related work, including paid time for teachers to attend union meetings or conduct union […]