Lifetime Ratings by Policy Category

This bill enacts the "Idaho Code Cleanup Act," which requires state agencies review enabling statutes and laws the agency enforces and to report any that are "obsolete, outdated, or unnecessary," as well as the reason why, "and whether it should be repealed or otherwise removed." Support is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article XII (Economy) Section 2 Support for Small Business - C - "We support a business environment that promotes development and expansion of businesses in Idaho and eliminates all onerous repressive government regulation".

Passed, 34 to 0 (2025)

This bill restricts the flags that may be displayed on public school property. Under the bill, only certain flags may be displayed, such as the U.S., state, military, and college and university flags. The bill prohibits the display of "flags or banners that represent political, religious, or ideological views, including but not limited to political parties, race, gender, sexual orientation, or political ideologies" at public schools. Support is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article III (Education) Section 8 "We are strongly opposed to any social justice indoctrination that may occur at any level of Idaho’s education system and support policy and financial measures to prohibit universities, colleges or public schools from incorporating social justice indoctrination theories (i.e. critical race theory, transformative social emotional learning, diversity, equity and inclusion, replacement theory, queer theory, etc.) into their policies, curriculum and/or course materials."

Passed, 29 to 6 (2025)

This bill enacts the "Immigration Cooperation and Enforcement Act," which, based on a similar bill enacted in Texas, makes it a state crime for illegal immigrants to enter Idaho from a foreign country outside of an official port of entry. Additionally, the bill requires a mandatory sentence of at least 5 years in prison for any "dangerous crime" committed by someone who was previously deported or is subject to an order of removal. Finally, jails are required to notify the U.S. Department of Homeland Security when foreign nationals are arrested, and localities may not prohibit law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration authorities. Support is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article XVII (National Defense) Section 4 Secure the Border "We believe that securing the national border must be a priority for our country. We support the construction of a border wall along the entire southern border of the United States."

Passed, 29 to 6 (2025)

This bill establishes the "Idaho parental choice tax credit," which provides parents a tax credit of up to $5,000 for certain educational expenses, such as tuition and fees to attend a private school. Priority is given to families that received a credit the previous year, then to families with income up to 300% of the federal poverty level. The credit is limited to a total of $50 million annually. Support is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article III (Education) Section 3 "We believe in improving the quality of education for every child by maximizing parental choice. This will be accomplished through money following students to their parent’s school of choice. We support all educational environments desired by parents including public charter schools".

Passed, 20 to 15 (2025)

This bill eliminates the requirement that required anyone who wished "to practice makeup artistry," to obtain a certification. This required paying a fee and having at least 100 hours of training, education, or experience. The state's draconian Barber and Cosmetology Services Licensing Board - which should be eliminated entirely - represents one of the very worst forms of cronyism and government overreach. This government entity merely exists to restrict competition and enrich cosmetology and barber schools through outrageous occupational licensure requirements for services which present little to no risk to consumers. Support is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article XII (Economy) Section 2 Support for Small Business - A "We recognize the important role of small businesses in Idaho’s economy and that we must maintain a regulatory environment where small business is allowed to thrive. Excessive regulatory requirements must be reduced and eliminated."

Passed, 35 to 0 (2025)

This bill requires most health insurance policies offered in the state to cover breast imaging, including an annual supplemental exam for individuals "believed to be at an increased risk of breast cancer." Each and every health insurance mandate prevents an individual from selecting a plan with just basic or customized coverages to fit their specific needs. As a result, health insurers are forced to only offer costly plans loaded with coverages that most individuals do not need. This can result in lower-income or younger individuals choosing to purchase no insurance plan at all due to the high cost. Oppose is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article XIII (Health and Welfare) Section 1 Private Enterprise Health Care Delivery System "We support a private enterprise health care delivery system that provides cost-effective, quality health care with minimal government regulation."

Passed, 25 to 10 (2025)

This bill requires school districts to obtain parental consent in order for a student to receive instruction on human sexuality. Strong parental rights in their child's education are a critical element of a free society. This measure ensures children are not subjected to sensitive topics without the consent of parents. This bill requires school districts to obtain parental consent in order for a student to receive instruction on human sexuality. Strong parental rights in their child's education are a critical element of a free society. This measure ensures children are not subjected to sensitive topics without the consent of parents. Support is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article III (Education) Section 8 "We are strongly opposed to any social justice indoctrination that may occur at any level of Idaho’s education system".

Passed, 29 to 6 (2025)

This bill slightly reduces regulations on daycare providers by increasing the number of children a staff member may supervise. While the bill does add specificity to the definition of "supervision," this bill serves as a step in the right direction to reducing excessive regulations within the childcare industry. Lawmakers should build on this deregulatory approach to make childcare more affordable. Support is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article XII (Economy) Section 2 Support for Small Business "We support a business environment that promotes development and expansion of businesses in Idaho and eliminates all onerous repressive government regulation".

Passed, 25 to 10 (2025)

This bill strengthens property rights by allowing homeowners to have an unauthorized individual removed by law enforcement after submitting a complaint to the sheriff, if certain conditions are met. Additionally, the bill makes it a misdemeanor to present false real estate documents claiming to be a lease agreement or deed in order to stay on a property, and a felony to list a property for sale or lease without ownership or authority to do so. Support is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article IX (Property Rights) Paragraph 1 "The Republican Party believes in the Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution: "No person shall be ... deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law. We oppose any federal, state or local regulation on that would diminish a property owner's right to develop his property."

Passed, 35 to 0 (2025)

This bill authorizes an additional 5 full-time equivalent positions and appropriates over $8 million in net additional funding for the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation. While the bill does contain a reduction in spending of over $22 million, the bill adds over $30 million in new spending. The private sector is much better equipped to manage property and provide recreational services. Oppose is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article I (Responsibility in Government) Section 1 Fiscal Responsibility - D "We endorse the review of all government programs and encourage their assumption by private enterprise or local government where appropriate and workable. Programs which are not cost effective or have outlived their usefulness should be terminated."

Passed, 22 to 11 (2025)

This bill eliminates the requirement that public comment at school board trustee meetings be "limited to items listed on the meeting agenda." As a result, parents and others may address the school board on other topics. Support is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article III (Education) Section 10 "We believe that in order for public education to be successful, schools and families should work together with mutual respect and cooperation. We believe parental rights are paramount and that parents have the God given right to direct their child’s education. This includes the right to decide what their children are learning, the right to inspect any educational materials used in the education of their child. The right to determine their child’s health, safety, and medical treatment including masks and vaccinations, and the right to visit their child’s classroom with limited restrictions. These rights should be enumerated in Idaho Code."

Passed, 25 to 9 (2025)

This bill increases the assessment on dry and garden beans from 12 cents to 16-24 cents per hundred pounds, with the exact amount determined by the Idaho Bean Commission. Under this checkoff program, farmers are forced to pay into a fund that is used for industry research and marketing. Oppose is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article XII (Economy) Paragraph 1 "A competitive market, free of undue governmental competition, restriction, coercion, or interference, is critical to Idaho’s economic well-being".

Passed, 21 to 13 (2025)

This bill requires healthcare providers to provide patients a copy of their medical records, if requested, at no cost. Certain independently-owned healthcare providers with less than 50 employees are exempt from this requirement. Oppose is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article XIII (Health and Welfare) Section 1 Private Enterprise Healthcare Delivery "We support a private enterprise health care delivery system that provides cost-effective, quality health care with minimal government regulation".

Passed, 19 to 16 (2025)

This bill appropriates over $18 million in additional funding to the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, representing a growth rate of 27 percent over the last 3 years. The budget contains funding for a number of unnecessary initiatives including new meeting spaces and a costly website overhaul. Oppose is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article I (Responsibility in Government) Section 2 Fiscal Responsibility - B "We believe that tax reductions can be achieved by cutting spending on every level: federal, state, and local. We believe that lower taxes will result in increased revenue to the government as the private sector will thrive".

Defeated, 16 to 19 (2025)

This bill prevents state government employees and localities from imposing mask mandates unless authorized through a vote of the state legislature. The bill applies to face masks for purposes of preventing or slowing the spread of a contagious or infectious disease. Support is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article III (Education) Section 8: We believe parental rights are paramount and that parents have the God given right to direct their child’s education. This includes the right to determine their child’s health, safety, and medical treatment including masks and vaccinations, and the right to visit their child’s classroom with limited restrictions. These rights should be enumerated in Idaho Code. 

Passed, 27 to 6 (2025)

This bill imposes a series of new government regulations on small brewers and within the beer industry that are largely intended to restrict competition and enrich wholesalers and distributors. Oppose is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article XII (Economy) Paragraph 1 "A competitive market, free of undue governmental competition, restriction, coercion, or interference, is critical to Idaho’s economic well-being".

Passed, 19 to 12 (2025)

This bill enacts the "Idaho Constitutional Money Act of 2025," which ensures the right to domestically-minted gold and silver coins and specie, if the involved parties agree, in private transactions. Additionally, the state government may use these currencies for official business. Support is the position of the Idaho GOP Platform under Article I (Responsibility in Government) Section 4 Sound Currency - A - "We recognize the failure of the Federal Reserve System to maintain a sound U.S. dollar and the danger of mercantile banks controlling the issuance of our currency. We believe the Federal Reserve Bank should be abolished and the issuing power restored to the people with the stipulation that the U.S. dollar be backed by gold, silver, or other stores of value. We believe Idahoans need to protect their savings from the ravages of inflation, which is hidden taxation, and encourage citizens to participate in a systematic acquisition of precious metals or other assets which represent real value as opposed to fiat currencies."

Passed, 35 to 0 (2025)