Budget & Taxes (State Budget)

signed · Idaho · House Mar 24, 2026

H 867: APPROPRIATIONS – GENERAL GOVERNMENT – Relates to the maintenance appropriation to General Government for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates state funding for the fiscal year 2027 to various General Government departments and agencies, including the Department of Administration, Capitol Commission, and multiple commissions and offices. It establishes specific budget amounts for personnel, operating expenses, capital outlays, and benefit payments across these entities, while also setting limits on the number of authorized full-time equivalent positions. The legislation includes provisions to transfer money between specific state funds, such as moving funds from the Permanent Building Fund to the Administration and Accounting Services Fund, and grants reappropriation authority for several existing funds. Additionally, the bill provides continuous appropriation authority for certain expenditures by the Military Division and Public Employee Retirement System, and requires accountability reports for tax collections and distributions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funding for General Government departments and agencies, establishing specific budget amounts for personnel, operating expenses, and capital outlays, directly advancing fiscal management and government operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Pensions State Budget

signed · Idaho · House Mar 30, 2026

H 925: APPROPRIATIONS – JUDICIAL BRANCH – Relates to the appropriation to the Judicial Branch for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates approximately $4.1 million in funding to Idaho's Judicial Branch for fiscal year 2027, covering court operations, trustee and benefit payments, and specific programs like drug courts and guardian ad litem services. The money comes from various existing funds, including the Court Technology Fund, Drug Court and Mental Health Court Fund, and the General Fund, and is designated for specific expense categories within district courts, magistrate divisions, and community-based substance use treatment services. The legislation includes an emergency declaration to ensure the funding takes effect immediately on July 1, 2026, allowing the Judicial Branch to access these resources without delay.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $4.1M to fund Judicial Branch operations, court programs, and essential services for fiscal year 2027.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill allocates $4.1M to Judicial Branch for court operations, drug courts, and guardian ad litem services, strengthening criminal justice infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Courts Judges

signed · Idaho · Senate Apr 1, 2026

S 1426: IDAHO TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT – FUNDING – Relates to the funding of the Idaho Transportation Department for fiscal year 2027.

This bill appropriates funding for the Idaho Transportation Department for fiscal year 2027, covering personnel costs, operating expenses, and capital projects across transportation services, motor vehicle programs, and highway operations. It authorizes the department to use unspent funds from the previous fiscal year for specific purposes like airport development grants, construction contracts, and right-of-way acquisitions, with a reappropriation limit of $300 million for construction and acquisition activities. The legislation also allows for corrections of accounting errors from prior years and sets an effective date of July 1, 2026, when the funding becomes available for use.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates funding for Idaho Transportation Department, directly advancing budget allocation for essential public services and infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill appropriates funding for Idaho Transportation Department covering personnel, operations, and capital projects including highway operations and construction.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Airports Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

signed · Idaho · House Apr 2, 2026

H 968: APPROPRIATIONS – Relates to the appropriation and transfer of moneys in the state treasury for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

This bill directs the Idaho State Controller to transfer specific funds between various state accounts for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, primarily moving money from specialized funds into the General Fund and limiting legislative spending. For fiscal year 2026, it transfers $5.8 million from the Permanent Building Fund to the Legislative Account while capping legislative spending at $8.17 million, and moves $13 million from the Idaho Broadband Fund and remaining School District Building Account balances to the General Fund. The bill also authorizes transfers from the Twenty-seventh Payroll Fund to cover potential budget shortfalls and directs interest earnings from multiple funds to the Strategic Initiatives and Fire Suppression Deficiency Warrant Funds. For fiscal year 2027, the legislation reduces the legislative spending cap to $8.09 million and requires transfers of interest earnings from the Budget Stabilization, Public Education Stabilization, and Water Pollution Control Funds to the General Fund to maintain a minimum cash balance of $150 million.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill strengthens state budget management by transferring funds to General Fund and capping legislative spending, promoting fiscal responsibility.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Government Spending State Budget

in committee · Idaho · Senate Mar 3, 2026

S 1360: PROJECT CHOICE PROGRAM FEE – Amends existing law to revise a provision regarding the Project Choice program fee and the transfer of those funds to the General Fund in certain instances.

This bill modifies how the Project Choice program fee is collected and used in Idaho, directly affecting the Idaho State Police and the state's law enforcement funding structure. It establishes a $3.00 to $8.00 fee on vehicle registrations that must be deposited into the Idaho Law Enforcement Fund, with the money restricted to creating career ladders and providing salaries for commissioned officers, dispatch personnel, and forensic staff within the state police. Additionally, the bill requires that any funds in the Law Enforcement Fund exceeding 200% of the annual appropriation for the Project Choice program be transferred to the General Fund at the start of each fiscal year. These changes take effect on July 1, 2026, and apply to vehicle registrations made on or after that date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes fees to fund law enforcement career development and salaries, directly supporting government budget and public service funding.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill increases funding for Idaho State Police through vehicle registration fees, directly supporting law enforcement operations and personnel salaries.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Law Enforcement Policing

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failed · Idaho · House Mar 18, 2026

H 909: APPROPRIATIONS – OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE – Relates to the appropriation to the Office of the Secretary of State for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates an additional $350,000 from the General Fund to the Idaho Office of the Secretary of State for fiscal year 2027, covering personnel costs of $20,000 and operating expenditures of $330,000. The funds are designated for the Secretary of State Program and must be spent according to specific expense categories during the period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The legislation includes an emergency declaration to take effect immediately on July 1, 2026, though it failed to pass the House floor during a recent vote.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $350,000 to Secretary of State for FY2027, increasing funding for essential government operations and personnel costs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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signed · Idaho · Senate Mar 19, 2026

S 1373: APPROPRIATIONS – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – Relates to the maintenance appropriation to Economic Development for fiscal year 2027.

This bill appropriates state funds to the Idaho Department of Agriculture and related agencies for fiscal year 2027, covering personnel costs, operating expenses, and capital projects. It allocates money from various sources including the General Fund, agricultural fees, and federal grants to support programs like livestock disease control, plant industries, agricultural inspections, and market development. The legislation also sets limits on full-time equivalent positions, directs how broadband grants must be used, and provides continuous appropriation authority for certain departmental expenditures.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates state funds for Economic Development and agricultural programs, directly funding essential state services and infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

passed · Idaho · House Mar 27, 2026

H 835: STATE BUDGET – Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding expenditures made pursuant to certain funds that are not cognizable.

This bill amends Idaho state budget law to clarify how agencies can spend non-state funds and establish rules for interagency transactions. It requires prior approval from financial management officials before agencies can use outside money like insurance settlements or capital asset sales, with a $10 million annual limit on such spending. The legislation also creates a formal interagency billing system allowing state agencies to charge each other for goods and services, while maintaining existing rules for agencies selling to the public. These changes aim to improve financial accountability and standardize how state agencies handle internal and external revenue streams.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal responsibility by establishing rules for non-state fund expenditures and creating interagency billing system to improve budget management and accountability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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signed · Idaho · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 1388: APPROPRIATIONS – DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION – Relates to the appropriation to the Department of Correction for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

This Idaho bill allocates state funds to the Department of Correction for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, with the majority of money designated for operating expenses at various prisons and correctional facilities. The legislation provides specific amounts for management services, prison administration, medical services, and community corrections programs, drawing from funds like the General Fund and Inmate Labor Fund. Additionally, the bill requires the department to conduct a review of community reentry center operations and submit findings to a legislative committee by November 1, 2026, evaluating efficiency, recidivism outcomes, and security considerations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds to Department of Correction for operating expenses, medical services, and community corrections programs, directly supporting budget appropriations for essential public services.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill allocates funding to Department of Correction for operating expenses, medical services, and community corrections programs, directly supporting criminal justice infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Corrections Probation & Parole

signed · Idaho · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 1437: APPROPRIATIONS – IDAHO STATE POLICE – Relates to the appropriation to the Idaho State Police for fiscal year 2027.

This bill provides an additional $63,000 in state funding to the Idaho State Police for their Forensic Services Program during fiscal year 2027. The money is designated for operating expenses and will be drawn from the state's General Fund. The legislation includes an emergency declaration to ensure the funding takes effect immediately on July 1, 2026. This appropriation directly supports the forensic analysis work conducted by Idaho State Police personnel.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides $63,000 additional funding to Idaho State Police for forensic services, directly advancing state budget appropriations for public safety programs.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides additional funding for Idaho State Police Forensic Services Program, enhancing criminal justice operations and investigative capabilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Policing