This story was originally posted on IdahoEdNews.org on Jan. 22, 2025. Two new private school choice bills emerged Wednesday — one from the Idaho House and one from the Idaho Senate. The House bill would create a $50 million tax credit covering private school expenses.

Idaho lawmakers have their first look at a bill that would subsidize private school tuition to the tune of $50 million in taxpayer money.

The House Revenue and Tax Committee voted Wednesday on party lines to introduce the bill, which allows it to come back for a full hearing.

Twin Falls and Lincoln County law enforcement leaders clarified they have no plans to remove undocumented children from schools.

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Drawing inspiration from our state’s mountains, animals and nature, the owners of ‘Idaho Livin’ create unique, quality clothing for locals to wear with pride.

A project aimed at adding 230 wind turbines near the Minidoka National Historical site has been put on hold indefinitely.

Idaho lawmakers debut two bills totaling $70M for private education: House proposes $50M tax credit program while Senate wants to expand existing grants for tuition.

IDAHO — East Idaho nonprofits and programs will attend Early Learning Day at the Capitol to raise awareness about the importance of investing in early learning for Idaho’s children and

Republican Congressman Mike Simpson hopes that one day Idaho can surpass Wisconsin as the No. 2 dairy-producing state in the nation. But he doesn’t think it can get there without the labor of thousands of undocumented workers now facing the prospect of deportation from President Donald Trump’s administration and efforts from Idaho

Idaho House Republicans propose cutting income tax rate to 5.3%, a $240M reduction, while Democrats worry about impact on education and essential services.

There was a clear divide between some new lawmakers and veteran legislators during the 30 minutes of debate Thursday before the House voted overwhelmingly to approve a resolution allowing lawmakers to donate their salaries toward a tax relief fund.