Idaho Politics

Nathan Anderson

Rep. Anderson’s son filling in

Representative Neil A. Anderson (R-Blackfoot) nominated his son, Nathan P. Anderson, to perform the duties of his office while he is temporarily out of...
Idaho House of Representatives

Six bills sailed through the House today, making licensing easier in Idaho

Today in the Idaho House of Representatives, six bills passed easily, which will streamline and/or reduce barriers to licensing for various occupations. Most of...

The blight of social media mobs

This submission was originally published as a guest opinion in Idaho Politics Weekly. This last week, we saw an avalanche of instant media condemnation aimed at a...
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The Jim Caucus

There are rumors of a group gaining power and influence within the Idaho Republican Party. Don't underestimate THE JIM CAUCUS. Starring: Senator Jim Patrick, Senator...

Cost-sharing bill for repair of wells to be discussed again Wednesday

In the Senate Resources & Environment Committee on Monday, Director of the Idaho Department of Water Resources, Gary Spackman spoke regarding Senate Bill 1001,...
Kelley Packer

Q & A: Deregulating licensure with Kelley Packer

Former Representative Kelley Packer is no stranger the complicated process to obtain licenses for a variety of occupations in Idaho. As a legislator, she...
Members of the Standing Resolutions Committee, 2019

Resolutions debrief

Resolutions debrief: State Central Committee formally condemns Governor Otter, urges more Stand-Your-Ground legislation, declares Republicans the “Right to Life” Party and more Seven resolutions were...
ID GOP Rules Committe

What rules changed at the GOP winter meeting?

The outcomes from the winter meeting of the Idaho Republican State Central Committee meeting are arguably the most conservative in recent memory. There are some...
Idaho Conservatives Guiding Principles

Idaho Conservatives Guiding Principles

Here's who we are. At Idaho Conservatives, we are: (1) CIVIL AND RESPECTFUL Our communications with others will be civil and respectful at all times. We don't...
Idaho GOP winter meeting

What to expect at the Idaho GOP Winter Meeting

This weekend is a busy weekend for many legislators from around the state move over to the City of Trees for the sixty-fifth session...