Rep. Lauren Necochea

Lack of Leadership Leaves Kids Hungry

While Republican state leaders dropped the ball in such a profound way, they have no sense of accountability to the kids and families who are impacted.

A broken promise to our kids

The return to attendance-based funding means schools will lose millions of dollars.

Child Care is Everyone’s Business

As the Idaho Legislature continues to kick the can down the road, our child care crisis will only become worse.

The Idaho Legislature needs to solve real issues

What are Republicans in power advancing? One far-right folly after another.

This time, we got something for kids

I’m proud that the entire Democratic Caucus voted to support our students and teachers.

A moral budget would prioritize Idaho’s working families

On Monday, Governor Little will reveal his values in his executive budget. I encourage him to finally put working Idaho families first.

Legislature’s priorities aren’t serving Idahoans

Now more than ever, we need to put aside political games and focus on the best interest of Idaho families.

Summertime’s educational challenges

Children without access to learning opportunities can lose up to three months of reading comprehension skills they built during the school year.