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Supreme Court upholds private education tax credit
The five-member court unanimously agreed that the Idaho Constitution doesn’t prohibit the state from funding private education in addition to the public system.
Critchfield rejects budget committee’s request to plan for cuts
The Republican superintendent said she already “fulfilled the assignment” by making cuts to the K-12 budget ahead of the legislative session.
Legislative budget-writers tell agencies to prepare for additional cuts
K-12 public schools would be exempt. But colleges and universities wouldn’t be immune.
Idaho Supreme Court grills challengers of private education tax credit
Some justices appeared skeptical that the Idaho Constitution prohibits the state from funding private education. INSIDE: Photo gallery.
Idaho will participate in federal education tax credit, governor says
The $1,700 credit refunds donations to organizations that offer students scholarships covering tuition, tutoring and other education expenses.
Statehouse roundup, 1.16.26: Budget-setting committee punts vote on revenue projection
In other news, a new bill proposes a tougher penalty for speeding in a school zone.
Governor, superintendent propose major cuts to state’s online learning platform
Rural public school leaders say the Idaho Digital Learning Alliance is a “lifeline” for supplementing curriculum.
Here’s how to join the race for private education tax credits
The state money is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and the application window opens at 12:01 a.m. Thursday.
Statehouse roundup, 1.13.26: New JFAC co-chair slams governor’s budget
Little’s spending recommendations work on slim margins to minimize long-term impacts, but Rep. Josh Tanner signaled he’ll push for deeper cuts.
State of the State: Governor’s budget protects ‘classroom funding’ from cuts
Virtual schools and universities aren’t immune from more than $850 million in cuts, reversions and transfers aimed at balancing the state’s budget.