“Our property tax crisis requires solutions, not scapegoats” – by Reps. Ilana Rubel, Lauren Necochea, and Sally Toone
We could not believe our eyes when we read a recent op-ed from Idaho House GOP leadership scapegoating local government for the property tax crisis created by GOP legislators themselves. We must set the record straight. While it may be county officials mailing you the...
Rep. Lauren Necochea talks tax policy priorities with Idaho Reports
In the midst of headline-grabbing news this week, cities, counties, and homeowners across the state are currently trying to wrap their heads around a sweeping new property tax reform law that, among other things, caps local government budget growth, increases the...
WEEKLY SESSION UPDATE: April 25 – May 1, 2021
Hello District 19, The Idaho Legislature is still in session, making it one of the longest in Idaho’s history. Unfortunately, we have done little to improve the lives of Idahoans. Please see our updates below. Emergency Powers at Risk While Governor Little signed...
The Democratic Debrief — April 23, 2021
Idaho Democratic Party leadership provides an overview of the latest news from the Statehouse, legislation in the works from the minority party, and helpful information for constituents. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bv0VoRJZkLE
WEEKLY SESSION UPDATE: April 18-24, 2021
Hello District 19, The right of Idahoans to pass laws through ballot initiatives is enshrined in the Idaho State Constitution. On Saturday, the Governor quietly signed Senate Bill 1101, rendering into law a threat to that sacred right. The new law is a power grab by...
The Democratic Debrief — April 16, 2021
Idaho Democratic Party leadership provides an overview of the latest news from the Statehouse, legislation in the works from the minority party, and helpful information for constituents. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdV-iZyXFqE