State Policy
Analysis: A Legislature scorned demands to be heard on the Phoenix purchase
It’s going to be a Statehouse showdown. And one the University of Idaho and the State Board of Education could have seen coming.
Lawmakers threaten lawsuit to stop Phoenix purchase
The resolution sets up a high-stakes political showdown — pitting lawmakers against Gov. Brad Little and the State Board of Education, who support the Phoenix purchase.
U of I accreditors complete review of Phoenix purchase
Accreditors did not weigh in on the merits — or the financial implications — of the $685 million purchase. The U of I says the completed review brings the deal “one step closer” to the finish line.
Statehouse roundup, 2.12.24: Despite opposition, latest library bill heads to Senate floor
Also, budget-setting for higher education starts with community colleges and House Republicans name a new majority leader.
House Democratic leader will not seek re-election
Instead, Rep. Lauren Necochea says she will concentrate on her role as state chair of the Idaho Democratic Party.
Statehouse roundup, 2.9.24: House passes education ‘maintenance’ budgets
INSIDE: New bill would beef-up school bullying reporting requirements.
Statehouse roundup, 2.8.24: State plan to fund school facilities introduced
MORE INSIDE: a budget battle led to a House leadership ouster.
Analysis: Budgeting is hard. This year, it could be tougher than ever.
In a spending season that is off to anything but a smooth start, two of Gov. Brad Little’s favorite education programs sit squarely in legislative limbo.
Statehouse roundup, 2.7.24: A ‘combination’ library bill emerges
In other Wednesday news, budget-writers dig into the State Board of Education’s requests, and a resolution on the University of Phoenix purchase falls off the agenda, at least for today.
Statehouse roundup, 2.6.24: Bill to shorten library board terms advances
INSIDE: Bills expanding CTE scholarship expenses, revising digital learning agency funding formula head to the House floor