Kevin Richert and Ryan Suppe

Senior reporter and blogger Kevin Richert specializes in education politics and education policy. He has more than 30 years of experience in Idaho journalism. Senior reporter Ryan Suppe covers education policy, focusing on K-12 schools. He previously reported on state politics, local government and business.

Statehouse roundup, 3.10.26: Lawmakers want a say over federal grants that could go into medical education

In other news, a bill that would create new rules for schools operating as polling locations is headed to the House floor. 

Statehouse roundup, 3.9.26: Committee refuses to fund dorm staffing at school for deaf and blind

In other news, lawmakers advanced a bill that would recognize school employees’ professional experience in salary funding.

Statehouse roundup, 3.5.26: Parental rights amendment quietly dies, again

Also Thursday, lawmakers took action on bills dealing with online school regulations, recess and penalties for speeding in school zones.

Statehouse roundup, 3.2.26: JFAC reverses cuts for community colleges and CTE

Also Monday, lawmakers introduced a handful of new bills, including one that would block schools from accessing vaccination records from a state registry.

Statehouse roundup, 2.26.26: This time around, a high-needs special education bill passes the Senate

In other news, a new bill would mandate at least 20 minutes of daily outdoor recess in elementary school, “guaranteeing every student time to move, play, and grow.”

Statehouse roundup, 2.25.26: A late-session funding formula bill emerges

In other news, lawmakers advanced a civics diploma endorsement and introduced new bills relaxing rules for home-schoolers to participate in public-school sports.

Statehouse roundup, 2.23.26: Far-ranging civics bill introduced

Also Monday, a divided House committee printed a bill requiring the state to review — and vote to renew — its $2 billion-a-year matrix of sales tax exemptions.

Statehouse roundup, 2.19.26: JFAC leaders stand by plan for additional budget cuts

In other news, a bill that would have required public schools to start their academic years after Labor Day died amidst bipartisan opposition. 

Statehouse roundup, 2.17.26: Little says his budget options are limited

Also Tuesday, the House approved a bill banning LGBTQ+ instruction in classrooms, and the Senate OK’d a resolution calling on Congress to boost special education funding.

Statehouse roundup, 2.13.26: In a long, tense hearing, a budget blueprint enters into view

In other news, a bipartisan virtual schools reform bill sails through the House.