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Statehouse roundup, 2.27.26: New bill requires unexcused absence for student protests
In other Friday news, a pair of new bills would revamp a disputed 2024 library law, and budget-writers remain at loggerheads over military scholarships.
Becky Sundin launches Democratic bid for Idaho superintendent
Republican Debbie Critchfield now has a challenger.
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.”
Analysis: As the session continues, a semester of uncertainty unfolds on campuses
The funding picture for Idaho higher ed could become clearer — and more grim — in the next few days. But the budget cuts are already affecting students and staff.
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.
Find out who’s running for legislative seats, statewide offices
We’re tracking all the races ahead of Election Day.
Public schools will be forced to cut budgets — even if state funding remains flat
Local school leaders hope to counter messaging from the Statehouse that they’ve been held harmless by the state’s tightening budget.
Schools continue to work out kinks in new statewide reading test
Some districts, like West Ada, spent thousands of dollars on headphones to improve test accuracy.
Kuna selects West Ada’s Marcus Myers as next superintendent
The unanimous public decision followed a 90-minute executive session.
Statehouse roundup, 2.24.26: Lawmakers OK bill to give military preference on charter waitlists
In other news, the House passed a bill mandating a morning moment of silence in school.