EDUCATION – Adds to existing law to require Idaho public schools to establish policies providing for a daily moment of silence.

Idaho bill H 623 requires all public schools in the state to provide a daily 60-second moment of silence at the start of each school day for all students in every grade. During this time, students may silently reflect, meditate, pray, or engage in other quiet activities without distracting others, but teachers cannot instruct students on what to do during this period. Schools must also notify parents about the policy and encourage parental guidance on student participation. The law applies to all Idaho public schools and takes effect on July 1, 2026.