Fact checking claims about latest Idaho education choice proposal
Wild claims are being made about what the program would and would not do. Here’s what’s true and false.
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Jason Mercier
- Jan 29
- 4 min
Governors and members of Congress tell the President not to restrict consumer choice of vehicles
Consumers should have the option to choose the vehicles that are the most functional for their individual driving needs and location.
Jason Mercier
- Jan 26
- 2 min
KTVB highlights MSPC recommendation for a 3-day public notice for bill hearings
Providing advance notice of bills scheduled for public hearings is a standard practice among neighboring states.
Jason Mercier
- Jan 24
- 4 min
Arctic blast flashes warning signal for regional grid stability and reliance on intermittent power sources
We need to make sure power is reliably and economically available for families when they need it during extreme weather.
Chris Cargill
- Jan 23
- 14 min
There are 187 studies on impact of education choice – and the results are overwhelming
If you had these odds, you’d buy a lottery ticket. This is the week each year that we celebrate education choice. Those across the...
Jason Mercier
- Jan 22
- 2 min
Education choice receives majority support in BSU Idaho Public Policy Survey
A new poll by Boise State University shows public support for increasing education choice options in Idaho.
Chris Cargill
- Jan 19
- 3 min
Importing unconstitutional speech laws won’t protect children
While there is much to celebrate about Idaho’s recent success, one policy proposal aimed at protecting children could actually prove...
Chris Cargill
- Jan 18
- 2 min
Yesterday, today and tomorrow: Quick action on fentanyl bill highlights need for reform
The Idaho House Judiciary, Rules and Administration committee is making quick work of House Bill 406 - legislation that "adds to existing...
Madilynne Clark
- Jan 18
- 3 min
Can cities can manage homeless populations? Supreme Court to decide
A recent announcement by the Supreme Court is likely to bring some clarity to the tools local governments use in managing homeless populatio
Chris Cargill
- Jan 17
- 2 min
Should the government take the balance on your gift cards?
Under the legislation, a gift card becomes state unclaimed property if it remains unclaimed for more than three years after becoming payable
Sebastian Griffin
- Jan 17
- 3 min
AI regulation is on the agenda for lawmakers this year
State lawmakers are increasingly focused on understanding both the benefits and challenges posed by AI.
Chris Cargill
- Jan 16
- 3 min
The curious last-minute lawsuit to stop a free market merger
The state of Washington is suing to stop the merger of Kroger and Albertsons. Bob Ferguson – who serves as Washington’s Attorney General...
Jason Mercier
- Jan 15
- 3 min
Here are simple reforms to help make it easier to follow the Idaho legislature
Idaho should learn from some of the legislative transparency best practices from neighboring states to help improve citizen involvement.
Chris Cargill
- Jan 12
- 2 min
Public School Transparency Act is a tool citizens, lawmakers need
School district budgets are a maze of numbers and jargon that most citizens cannot understand.
Chris Cargill
- Jan 9
- 2 min
Most education choice options are NOT vouchers, despite claims
I have two boys at home. I’m used to repeatedly hearing something that isn’t true, in hopes that I’ll believe it. So, I guess I shouldn’t...
Jason Mercier
- Jan 8
- 3 min
Governor Little opens Idaho's Legislative Session with State of the State address
Here are some of the notable fiscal pull quotes from Governor Little's address.
Chris Cargill
- Jan 6
- 3 min
Idaho lawmakers introduce exciting "Parental Choice Tax Credit"
If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. Idaho State Representative Wendy Horman and Idaho State Senator Lori Den Hartog announced...
Chris Cargill
- Jan 5
- 2 min
Protecting kids online could start at the app store
One national standard that puts parents, not the government, in the driver's seat, would be best.
Jason Mercier
- Jan 4
- 2 min
Idaho lawmakers receive update on state’s fiscal outlook
Idaho Economic Outlook and Revenue Assessment Committee is hearing presentations to help shape the revenue framework for budget discussions.
Olivia Johnston
- Jan 3
- 3 min
Public workers deserve full First Amendment protection from compelled union speech
A case pending before the Supreme Court of the United States has the potential to enhance the First Amendment rights of workers.
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