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in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 5, 2025

S 873: Fighter Force Preservation and Recapitalization Act of 2025

The Fighter Force Preservation and Recapitalization Act of 2025 increases the minimum required number of Air Force fighter aircraft to 1,900 (from 1,800) and reserve component aircraft to 1,200 (from 1,145) by October 2030, extending the deadline from 2026. It allows temporary reductions in total inventory (down to 1,800) for up to two years to replace older aircraft with new models, requiring congressional notification and detailed quarterly reports on new acquisitions, retirements, and unit assignments. The bill also protects 25 specific Air National Guard fighter squadrons (as of December 2024) from losing aircraft until 2030 and mandates an annual plan for recapitalizing these units, including budget and operational assessments. These provisions directly affect Air Force active, reserve, and Air National Guard units operating fighter aircraft, ensuring a structured transition to newer models like the F-35 and F-16 Block 70.
Mike Crapo (R) · 18 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · House Mar 5, 2025

HR 1870: SPEED for BEAD Act

The SPEED for BEAD Act (HR 1870) amends the federal broadband deployment program (BEAD) to accelerate network expansion. It defines "gigabit-level broadband" as 1,000 Mbps download speeds, requires unused funds to be returned to the Treasury instead of reallocated, and allows states to remove high-cost locations from project areas. The bill prohibits grant conditions related to labor practices (e.g., union requirements), diversity initiatives, climate policies, or network management rules, while ensuring all broadband technologies meeting speed standards are eligible. It also explicitly bans government regulation of broadband pricing, directly affecting states administering BEAD funds and the internet providers they fund.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentProhibits climate policy conditions in broadband grants, blocking environmental requirements from being applied to BEAD program.90% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentProhibits grant conditions related to labor practices (e.g., union requirements), restricting worker protections tied to broadband funding.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAccelerates broadband deployment to expand internet access, directly advancing technology infrastructure policy as defined in the topic description.95% confidence
Richard Hudson (R) · 22 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · House Mar 5, 2025

HR 1851: Fighter Force Preservation and Recapitalization Act of 2025

HR 1851 increases the minimum required fighter aircraft inventory for the Air Force and its reserve components to 1,900 total and 1,200 for the reserve by October 2030, up from current levels (Section 2). The bill allows temporary reductions below these totals for recapitalization, but only for up to two years and with a floor of 1,800 aircraft, requiring congressional notification (Section 2). It mandates quarterly reports to Congress detailing new aircraft acquisitions, assignments, retirements, and recapitalization plans for both active and Air National Guard units (Section 3). The bill specifically protects 25 existing Air National Guard fighter squadrons from fleet reductions until 2030 and requires new aircraft to be assigned to service-retained units at a 3:1 ratio with legacy aircraft retirements (Sections 5, 6).
Don Bacon (R) · 39 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · House Mar 5, 2025

HR 1702: JUDGES Act of 2025

The JUDGES Act of 2025 authorizes the creation of new federal district court judgeships across multiple jurisdictions to address rising caseloads. It specifies adding 1-2 new judges to 11 federal districts in 2025, with additional judgeships phased in through 2035 across California, Texas, Florida, New York, and other states. The bill also establishes temporary judgeships for Oklahoma's eastern district with specific vacancy rules, authorizes funding for these positions through 2035, and requires GAO reports on judicial caseload methodologies and detention space needs. This legislation directly affects federal courts in 15 states by increasing judicial staffing to address a 30% rise in filings since 1990, as noted in the bill's findings.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds new federal judgeships to address court caseloads, directly strengthening the court system (core criminal justice component) without negative indicators.90% confidence
Darrell Issa (R) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 4, 2025

S 300: DLARA

This bill, the Disaster Loan Accountability and Reform Act (DLARA), requires the Small Business Administration (SBA) to improve transparency and oversight of disaster loans. Key provisions include mandating monthly reports on loan funding status (e.g., notifying Congress when unobligated funds drop below 10% of the latest appropriation), requiring detailed budget explanations for disaster loan costs, and prohibiting loan forgiveness without congressional authorization. It also restricts the SBA from issuing rules that increase program costs and mandates reviews by the GAO and SBA Inspector General into recent loan program changes and funding shortfalls. The bill directly affects SBA operations and reporting to Congress, focusing on accountability rather than altering loan eligibility or benefits for borrowers.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates transparency and oversight for disaster loan spending, promoting fiscal responsibility and accountability in government spending.95% confidence
Ted Budd (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 3, 2025

SCONRES 8: A concurrent resolution supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.

SCONRES 8 is a Senate concurrent resolution supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act. It urges Congress not to impose a new fee or charge on local radio stations for playing music over the air, or on businesses like bars and restaurants that play radio broadcasts publicly. The resolution argues that such a fee would disrupt the current system where radio stations provide free promotional support to the music industry and essential local services like emergency weather updates. It claims the existing model has fostered a thriving music and broadcasting sector without harming small businesses or consumers. This resolution does not create law but expresses congressional support for maintaining the current fee-free system.
John Barrasso (R) · 25 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 3, 2025

S 812: A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to ensure veterans may obtain a physical copy of a form for reimbursement of certain travel expenses by mail or at medical facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

This bill requires the VA Secretary to create rules so veterans can get a physical copy of Form 10-3452 (used for travel expense reimbursement claims) by mail or at any VA medical facility. It directly affects veterans who need to submit this form to claim reimbursement for travel costs related to healthcare. The key provision mandates that VA facilities must accept and process these physical forms submitted in person or by mail, ensuring veterans have accessible options beyond digital methods. This changes how veterans interact with the VA for this specific reimbursement process.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves access to VA healthcare by enabling physical form submission for travel reimbursement, removing digital barriers for veterans seeking reimbursement for healthcare-related travel costs.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates physical form access for travel reimbursement, improving veterans' ability to claim benefits without digital barriers95% confidence
Rick Scott (R) · 9 co-sponsors
introduced · Idaho · Senate Mar 3, 2025

S 9: Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025

This bill amends federal education law to prohibit federally funded athletic programs from allowing individuals assigned male at birth to participate in sports designated for women or girls. It defines "sex" for this purpose as biological sex at birth, based on reproductive anatomy and genetics. The law directly affects schools, colleges, and sports organizations receiving federal funding. Violations would constitute a breach of Title IX, requiring programs to exclude individuals whose sex is male from women's or girls' athletic teams.
Tommy Tuberville (R) · 44 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · House Mar 3, 2025

HR 1818: Aviation Workforce Development Act

HR 1818, the Aviation Workforce Development Act, expands tax-advantaged 529 college savings plans to cover costs for aviation maintenance and commercial pilot training. It allows families to use 529 funds for tuition, fees, books, and equipment at qualifying schools - specifically aviation maintenance technician programs under FAA Part 147 rules or commercial pilot courses at FAA-certified flight schools (Part 61 or Part 141). The bill directly affects students pursuing these aviation careers by making their training more affordable through existing tax-advantaged savings accounts. The change applies to distributions made after the law's enactment date.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax-advantaged 529 plans to cover aviation training costs, extending existing tax benefits for families without increasing taxes or defunding programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands 529 college savings to cover aviation training costs, increasing access to higher education funding for specific career pathways.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands 529 plans for aviation training, directly funding workforce development in high-demand sectors, advancing employment opportunities.95% confidence
Mike Collins (R) · 27 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · House Mar 3, 2025

HR 1773: Federal Firearms Licensee Protection Act of 2025

Federal Firearms Licensee Protection Act of 2025 This bill modifies criminal penalties for an offense involving the theft of a firearm from a licensed importer, manufacturer, or dealer, or from their business premises. Specifically, the bill does the following: increases from 10 to 20 years the maximum prison term, and creates a 3- or 5-year mandatory minimum prison term for an offense that occurs during the commission of a burglary or robbery. An attempt to commit an offense is subject to the same penalties as a substantive offense.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases maximum prison terms (10→20 years) and creates mandatory minimums for firearm theft, directly increasing penalties per 'oppose' indicators.95% confidence
John H. Rutherford (R) · 144 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · House Feb 28, 2025

HR 1383: Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025

HR 1383 extends the Secure Rural Schools program, which provides payments to counties and states with federal land (like national forests) to support local schools and services. It reauthorizes these payments through fiscal year 2026, adding specific rules to ensure counties don’t receive duplicate payments for 2024 and 2025. The bill also extends related authorities for special projects on federal land and county fund expenditures through 2028-2029. This directly affects rural communities adjacent to federal lands that rely on these payments for education and infrastructure.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends federal payments to counties for school funding, maintaining government spending on essential services without tax changes.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExtends federal payments to rural counties for school funding, directly supporting K-12 education through reauthorized Secure Rural Schools program.95% confidence
Doug LaMalfa (R) · 93 co-sponsors
in committee · Idaho · House Feb 28, 2025

HR 718: Public Lands in Public Hands Act

This bill prohibits the U.S. Interior and Agriculture Secretaries from transferring title of certain federal lands to non-government entities. It specifically blocks transfers of lands that are publicly accessible (via roads, trails, or waterways) or adjacent to such lands, unless the land is under 300 acres or meets specific exceptions. Key exceptions include small parcels under 5 acres accessible by water, transfers authorized by historical laws like the Alaska Statehood Act, and land exchanges already permitted by federal law. The bill does not affect existing transfers under these authorized programs or prevent agencies from subdividing land to meet acreage thresholds.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prevents transfers of publicly accessible federal lands to private entities, directly protecting conservation areas and public access per environmental protection indicators.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBlocks transfers of lands accessible via roads/trails/waterways, preserving public access to transportation infrastructure routes.85% confidence
Ryan K. Zinke (R) · 18 co-sponsors
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