2026 Legislative Session Video Shorts
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Representative Gannon Urges Virtual Legislature Following Mississippi Coronavirus Outbreak
Boise, Idaho – Earlier this week, 36 people tested positive for coronavirus in Mississippi due to an outbreak at the State Capitol. The outbreak comes after legislators have been meeting in the Capitol for the last several weeks. Around one in six Mississippi...
Over 1300 Pet Friendly License Plates Sold in Idaho
Idaho - The Idaho Transportation office reported that they have officially about 1,300 Pet Friendly Licenses Plates through the end of June and continues to increase every day. In 2019, Representative Melissa Wintrow worked with former Representative Hy Kloc to pass...
“GOP Legislators deliver gut punch to Idaho businesses” – by Rep. Ilana Rubel
In the closing weeks of the 2020 legislative session, it was apparent we were heading into a crisis of unprecedented proportions that would impact not only Idahoans’ health but also our economy, jobs, education system and every other facet of our lives. Businesses had...
“Let Everyone Participate At Our Legislature” – by Rep. John Gannon
Voters rightly elect legislators to be present to debate and vote and Idahoans have a right to participate by viewing the proceedings, communicating their views and participating in public hearings. Citizen participation is expected by the people of Idaho and...
“Our Children Deserve Healthcare Access” – by Sen. David Nelson
When someone suspects that they may have coronavirus, we hope that they immediately take steps to get tested so they know if they should self-isolate. Unfortunately, a growing number of Idaho children have difficulty getting tested and treated for coronavirus because...
California Announces Publicly Funded Travel No Longer Allowed to Idaho
Idaho – On Monday, California announced that it is prohibiting taxpayer-funded travel to Idaho on account of Idaho’s recently passed anti-transgender laws. House Minority Leader Representative Ilana Rubel/(D-Boise) expressed her extreme disappointment in the Idaho...
“Educating Idaho Students After Coronavirus” – by Sen. Ward-Engelking & Rep. Toone
Idaho parents and grandparents like us have been heartbroken watching their children during coronavirus. We know it’s important to keep our students safe and healthy, and we appreciate how difficult it was for educators to revamp their instruction at the drop of a...
“It’s time to restore fairness to our property taxes” – by Rep. Jake Ellis
As an Idaho taxpayer and state representative, it is my priority to address the property tax problem that is crushing everyday Idahoans. Governor Little has proposed the use of pandemic relief funds for lowering property taxes related to emergency services. Let’s be...
US Supreme Court Rules to Protect LGBTQ Individuals from Workplace Discrimination
Idaho – On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes it illegal to discriminate against employees based on sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The landmark decision means that LGBTQ individuals across the nation...