Budget & Taxes (Appropriations)

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 · House Mar 24, 2026

H 847: APPROPRIATIONS – JUDICIAL BRANCH – Relates to the maintenance appropriation to the Judicial Branch for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates $100.5 million to Idaho's Judicial Branch for fiscal year 2027, covering personnel costs, operating expenses, capital outlays, and benefit payments across various court divisions including the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, and District Courts. The legislation provides flexibility by exempting the Judicial Branch from certain expense transfer limits, allowing funds to move between categories as needed, and requires monthly transfers of uncommitted retirement contributions to the Judges' Retirement Fund. Additionally, the bill reappropriates up to $16.2 million from the American Rescue Plan Act for nonrecurring expenditures and sets an effective date of July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $100.5M to Judicial Branch for FY2027, funding personnel, operations, and benefits across courts, strengthening budget allocation for essential government services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill allocates $100.5M to Judicial Branch for FY2027, funding courts and personnel essential for criminal justice operations and administration of justice.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Courts

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

signed · Idaho · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 1407: APPROPRIATIONS – DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSES – Relates to the appropriation to the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates $472,700 in state funds to Idaho's Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses for fiscal year 2027, covering the period from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. The money is divided between operating expenses totaling $162,700 and capital outlay of $310,000, with specific amounts designated for building construction and real estate, occupational licenses, and health professions programs. The legislation declares an emergency to allow the funding to take effect immediately on July 1, 2026, rather than waiting for the regular budget cycle. This appropriation directly supports the agency responsible for regulating professional licenses and occupational certifications across the state.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $472,700 in state funds to Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses for FY2027, directly funding essential government programs and services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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 Apr 1, 2026

S 1416: APPROPRIATIONS – SMEC – Relates to the appropriation to the Office of Species, Minerals, and Energy Coordination for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates $46.1 million to Idaho's Office of Species, Minerals, and Energy Coordination for fiscal year 2027 while simultaneously reducing funding and staffing for two related offices. It sets a maximum of 23 full-time positions for the main office, cuts 11 positions from the Office of Energy and Mineral Resources, and reduces 16 positions from the Office of Species Conservation. The legislation also lowers operating budgets for the energy and minerals office and the species conservation office, while maintaining or increasing funding for the main coordination office from various state and federal sources.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $46.1M to state agency while restructuring related offices, demonstrating fiscal management and budget allocation for government operations85% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill reduces funding and staffing for energy-related offices, cutting 11 positions and lowering operating budgets for energy and minerals office.75% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill reduces funding and staffing for Office of Species Conservation, cutting 16 positions and lowering operating budgets, which weakens environmental protection capabilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Conservation Wildlife

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

failed · Idaho · Senate Mar 31, 2026

S 1401: APPROPRIATIONS – HEALTH AND WELFARE – PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES – Relates to the appropriation to the Department of Health and Welfare for fiscal year 2027.

This bill appropriates $35.7 million to Idaho's Department of Health and Welfare for public health services in fiscal year 2027, while reducing the budget for laboratory services by $78,400 and cutting three full-time equivalent positions. The funding covers physical health services, immunization programs, and disease prevention efforts including suicide prevention, HIV surveillance, and hepatitis monitoring. The legislation requires the department to submit annual reports by December 31, 2026, detailing outcomes and return on investment for these programs. The bill also mandates a specific report on vaccine utilization rates and cost savings from the Immunization Assessment Fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $35.7M for public health services, funding essential programs like immunization and disease prevention90% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill appropriates funds but simultaneously cuts laboratory services budget and eliminates three full-time equivalent positions, indicating a reduction in healthcare capacity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Government Spending Public Health

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signed · Idaho · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 1383: APPROPRIATIONS – DIVISION OF VETERANS SERVICES – Relates to the appropriation to the Division of Veterans Services for fiscal year 2027.

This bill allocates $963,600 to Idaho's Division of Veterans Services for fiscal year 2027, funding both operating expenses and capital projects from state and federal sources. It reduces the federal grant allocation by $51,000 for operations while allowing unspent funds from the previous year to be reused for specific construction projects at state veterans homes in Boise and Lewiston. The law takes effect on July 1, 2026, and includes emergency provisions to ensure immediate implementation of these funding changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $963,600 to Division of Veterans Services for fiscal year 2027, funding operations and capital projects, directly supporting budget appropriations for essential public services.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allocates $963,600 to Division of Veterans Services for operations and capital projects, including construction at state veterans homes, directly funding veteran services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing