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Statehouse roundup, 3.17.26: Little signs off on lawmakers’ plan for deeper spending cuts
In other Statehouse news from Tuesday, a new bill would cut Idaho Digital Learning Alliance funds roughly in half.
Idaho students named U.S. Presidential Scholars candidates
INSIDE: Search our list of qualifying students, organized by school.
Teach for America Idaho celebrates 10 years of building leaders in public schools
The program prides itself on bringing people with diverse experiences and backgrounds into the classroom.
Statehouse roundup, 3.16.26: House approves spending cuts for higher ed
In other Monday news, the House passed a bill that would make violations of Idaho’s bathroom law a criminal offense.
West Ada, Lakeland and charters stand out in new statewide school rankings
Idaho’s largest district takes top spots while North Idaho district makes biggest gains. Find out where your school ranks.
Statehouse roundup, 3.13.26: Senate rejects attempt to call anti-teachers’ union bill for vote
In other news, a far-reaching medical freedom bill appears dead for the session.
Bonneville increases levy request as savings run dry
Trustees agreed to ask voters to OK a nearly $20 million measure in the coming election.
Alternative charter schools get new performance evaluation metrics
After a five-year process, the new framework was used for the first time this year.
Statehouse roundup, 3.12.26: Committee introduces bill to give schools spending flexibility
Also Thursday, two bills amending the state’s ‘harmful material’ library law advanced to the House.
Analysis: Boise State, and college athletics, become more of a political football than ever
Idaho’s athletic programs are facing external and internal pressures. Both came up at the Statehouse in the past week.