State Policy
Little requests audit of possible improper purchases with tax dollars
Empowering Parents grant money might have covered thousands of questionable purchases — such as TVs, smart watches, clothes and cleaning supplies. And the governor isn’t hiding his displeasure.
Analysis: An obscure group will pick Idaho’s in-demand careers, and nobody’s watching
The Workforce Development Council will shape Idaho Launch, an ambitious and complicated effort to provide up to $8,000 in incentives to high school graduates, starting next year.
Grant applications are now live. Here’s what you need to know
The funds will be distributed as early as July.
Democratic fundraisers seek to capitalize on K-12 spending
In a pair of emails, Democrats are accusing Gov. Brad Little and Statehouse Republicans of abandoning their promise to boost K-12 spending.
First parent advisory council meeting sheds light on state microgrant program
Panelists will spend the next four months seeking feedback from parents around the state.
Reclaim Idaho: Little is reneging on K-12 funding commitment
A citizens group says K-12 is facing a $115 million budget cut. But the cut might not materialize. The money remains on the table.
State Board greenlights U of I’s $550 million University of Phoenix purchase
U of I officials say the acquisition promises a cash infusion of $10 million or more a year. Meanwhile, the U of I would guarantee up to $10 million a year to backstop bond payments on the purchase.
Unfrozen: State Board OKs tuition and fee hikes
Idaho students and their parents will have to pay more for college this fall — about $400 or so.
Amid red flags, state launches Empowering Parents grants review
Some of the federally funded grants may have been used to cover ineligible purchases — such as clothes, TVs, smart watches or household cleaning items. And it’s not clear whether the state can get its money back.
Analysis: For Idaho Launch, the countdown to liftoff is already underway
It was tough getting Idaho Launch through the Legislature. And it will be tough getting the ambitious but controversial workforce training program off the ground.