Budget & Taxes (Appropriations)

signed · Idaho · House Mar 25, 2026

H 866: APPROPRIATIONS – CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS – Relates to the maintenance appropriation to the Constitutional Officers for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates $89.4 million in state funding for fiscal year 2027 to Idaho's Constitutional Officers, including the Attorney General, State Controller, Governor's office, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, and State Treasurer. The legislation sets specific spending limits for personnel, operating expenses, and capital projects for each office while establishing the number of authorized full-time equivalent positions for the coming year. It also grants certain offices flexibility to move funds between expense categories and programs, allows for indirect cost recovery by the State Controller, and transfers cash from the Technology Infrastructure Stabilization Fund to the Control Agency Account. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026, and was signed into law by the Governor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $89.4M in state funding for Constitutional Officers, directly advancing budget appropriations and government operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

signed · Idaho · House Mar 30, 2026

H 922: APPROPRIATIONS – COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITIES – Relates to the appropriation to the State Board of Education and the Board of Regents of the University of Idaho for College and Universities and the Office of the State Board of Education for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates state funding to four Idaho higher education institutions - Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College, and the University of Idaho - for fiscal year 2027. It provides new money from various funds for personnel and operating costs while simultaneously reducing operating expenditure amounts from the General Fund by a total of $752,900. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026, and applies to the State Board of Education and the Board of Regents of the University of Idaho.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funding to four Idaho higher education institutions for fiscal year 2027, providing new money for personnel and operating costs, which strengthens public education funding.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates state funding to four Idaho higher education institutions for fiscal year 2027, providing new money for personnel and operating costs despite some General Fund reductions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Government Spending State Budget Higher Education

signed · Idaho · House Apr 2, 2026

H 949: APPROPRIATIONS – WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL AND STEM ACTION CENTER – Relates to the appropriation to the Workforce Development Council and the STEM Action Center for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

This Idaho bill allocates and adjusts funding for the Workforce Development Council and the STEM Action Center for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. It increases the Workforce Development Council's budget by $1,150,000 from the In-Demand Careers Fund while adding six full-time equivalent positions, but simultaneously reduces its General Fund allocation for operating expenses. The STEM Action Center receives a budget increase from the STEM Education Fund while having its total funding reduced by $76,400 from the General Fund and losing seven full-time equivalent positions. The bill also declares an emergency to allow the General Fund reduction to take effect immediately upon passage, with other provisions beginning on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases funding for Workforce Development Council and STEM Action Center, strengthening state programs and workforce development initiatives.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases funding for STEM Action Center and Workforce Development Council, expanding educational programs and workforce development initiatives.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill increases funding for Workforce Development Council and STEM Action Center, which supports workforce development and employment programs.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Workforce Development

signed · Idaho · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 1385: APPROPRIATIONS – INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION – Relates to the appropriation to the Industrial Commission for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates additional funding to Idaho's Industrial Commission for fiscal year 2027, covering the period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The money comes from several existing state funds and is designated for specific purposes including employee compensation, capital projects, trustee and benefit payments, rehabilitation services, and crime victim compensation. The total appropriation amounts to $440,600, with the largest portion going toward compensation expenses. The bill includes an emergency declaration to make the funding effective immediately upon signing.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $440,600 in funding to Industrial Commission for essential services including employee compensation, capital projects, and victim compensation, directly advancing budget appropriations.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides funding to Industrial Commission for employee compensation, rehabilitation services, and worker benefits, strengthening labor support infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

signed · Idaho · House Mar 26, 2026

H 876: APPROPRIATIONS – STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION – Relates to the maintenance appropriation to the State Board of Education for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates state funding for Idaho's education system for fiscal year 2027, directing money to the State Board of Education, public universities, community colleges, and related agencies. It establishes specific dollar amounts for personnel, operating expenses, and capital outlays for institutions including Boise State, Idaho State, Lewis-Clark State, University of Idaho, and four community colleges. The legislation also sets limits on the number of authorized full-time equivalent positions for certain programs and provides flexibility to transfer funds between expense categories for higher education and health education programs. Additionally, it adjusts student tuition and fees for the upcoming fiscal year and designates funds for standards review, data sharing, and accountability reporting.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funding for education system including universities and community colleges, directly advancing budget appropriations for public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates state funding for Idaho's education system including public universities, community colleges, and State Board of Education for FY 202795% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Higher Education

signed · Idaho · Senate Mar 18, 2026

S 1363: APPROPRIATIONS – NATURAL RESOURCES – Relates to the maintenance appropriation to Natural Resources for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates state funding to Idaho's Natural Resources agencies for fiscal year 2027, covering operations, personnel, and capital projects across departments like Environmental Quality, Fish and Game, and Parks and Recreation. It establishes specific spending limits on certain positions, requires agencies to report on remediation projects, and directs money from the Water Pollution Control Fund to environmental remediation and agricultural best management practice funds. The legislation also provides flexibility to reappropriate certain recovery funds, exempts some appropriations from transfer restrictions, and sets up new funds for aquifer planning and flood management while requiring accountability reports on fund usage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funding to Natural Resources agencies for FY2027, covering operations, personnel, and capital projects, directly supporting budget appropriations for public services.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill allocates state funding to Natural Resources agencies for environmental operations, personnel, and projects, including water pollution control and remediation funds.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Conservation Parks & Recreation Wildlife

signed · Idaho · House Apr 2, 2026

H 933: APPROPRIATIONS – COMMISSION ON AGING – Relates to the appropriation to the Commission on Aging for fiscal year 2027.

This bill appropriates $129,900 from Idaho's General Fund to the Commission on Aging for fiscal year 2027. The funds are designated specifically for trustee and benefit payments covering the period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The legislation includes an emergency declaration to ensure the funding takes effect immediately on July 1, 2026. This measure directly affects the Commission on Aging's ability to distribute financial benefits to eligible recipients during the specified fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $129,900 to fund Commission on Aging services, directly supporting budget allocation for essential public programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations 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 · Senate Mar 25, 2026

S 1384: APPROPRIATIONS – PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION – Relates to the appropriation to the Public Utilities Commission for fiscal year 2027.

This bill appropriates $35,400 from the Public Utilities Commission Fund to provide additional funding for the Public Utilities Commission's capital outlay expenses during fiscal year 2027. The money is designated for the period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, and is intended to support the commission's infrastructure and operational investments. The legislation includes an emergency declaration to ensure the funds take effect immediately on July 1, 2026. This measure directly affects the Public Utilities Commission by increasing its available budget for capital projects during the specified fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $35,400 to fund Public Utilities Commission capital outlay expenses, directly supporting government spending and fiscal management for essential infrastructure investments.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides funding to Public Utilities Commission for infrastructure and operational investments, supporting energy infrastructure development.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides $35,400 funding to Public Utilities Commission for infrastructure and operational investments, which supports transportation-related infrastructure and utilities.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

signed · Idaho · House Mar 25, 2026

H 869: APPROPRIATIONS – Relates to the appropriation for the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates $127,700 in state funds to the Idaho Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired for fiscal year 2027, split between operating expenses and beneficiary payments. The money comes from two specific funds: $99,300 from the Rehabilitation Revenue and Refunds Fund and $65,000 from the Adaptive Aids and Appliances Fund. The legislation requires the commission to prioritize using these funds for sight restoration services that help preserve, stabilize, or restore vision for eligible individuals. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026, and was signed into law by the Governor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $127,700 in state funds to support the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, directly funding essential services for a vulnerable population.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations