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Messages from the Senate and committee reports: The clerk read transmissions of enrolled Senate and House bills and notices that specified bills would be delivered to the governor or returned to the Senate. The House Rules and Judiciary committees reported printing and referrals for a series of introduced bills (for example, House bills 4-11 and 4-12 were printed and referred to local government and revenue and taxation committees, respectively). The State Affairs Committee transmitted its report on pending administrative rules and recommended approval of most pending rules with identified exceptions.

Committee of the Whole and general orders: The committee of the whole considered several items including House Joint Memorial 2 (energy), House Bill 3-87 (windmill bonding), and Senate Bill 10-73 (municipal corporations). The committee adopted an amendment to section 1 of SB 10-73, and the committee reported the bill back with amendments for first reading. House Joint Memorial 2 and House Bill 3-87 were reported as progress and will appear on future calendars.

Third-reading calendar actions and other roll calls: In addition to the individual bills covered in separate articles, the House approved the following on third reading as recorded on the floor: Senate Bill 10-24 (floor read and passed 68-1 with one absent/excused), and multiple enrolled House bills were reported to the governor or returned to committees as recorded in the clerk’s messages. The House also took unanimous-consent actions to reorder the third-reading calendar and to hold remaining bills on the calendar for one legislative day.

The House adjourned to reconvene at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Votes at a glance (selected items recorded on the floor):
- House Bill 3-96 — Passed, 62-16 (2 absent/excused)
- House Bill 3-55 (as amended) — Passed, 49-20 (1 absent/excused)
- Senate Bill 10-99 — Passed, 60-10
- Senate Bill 10-46 (as amended) — Passed, 63-6 (1 absent/excused)
- Senate Bill 10-24 — Passed, 68-1 (1 absent/excused)

Several enrollments and transmissions to the governor were announced on the record; specific enrolled bill lists and committee referrals were read by the clerk during the session.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","House Legislative Session Day 72 March 18, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Idaho House advanced committee reports, transmitted enrolled bills, and passed multiple measures on March 18, 2025. Several bills were placed on calendars, amendments adopted in committee were reported, and multiple enrolled bills were sent to the governor or returned to the Senate as recorded in floor messages.","taxTitle","2025 House Legislative Sessions, 2025 Legislative Sessions, Idaho","taxId",77673,"location","Idaho","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6632163,"House approves amended bill requiring human growth instruction in grades 5–12; sponsors describe it as pro-life curriculum support",337,2669000,3006000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2675655-3dc030785f77fcc4e0c5cd2827cae683&start=2669&end=3006","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2675655-3dc030785f77fcc4e0c5cd2827cae683/thumbnail_2669000.jpg","/articles/6632163/Idaho/House-approves-amended-bill-requiring-human-growth-instruction-in-grades-512-sponsors-describe-it-as-pro-life-curriculum-support","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6632163-6562f23345bfa8dcef7bdecd6fbc88e5/orig.mp4?Expires=1776021004&Signature=LQFtMa-PfUr2UHX7BX2S5aWvq5pFKJALHO2qzAy~W87xOqMv2tfVxOY022b8NfgXSVe2Xd1jMIKoOYVEhdyTzzY1wWasLd~2aNsDCyMck65DpEEzPLjUWEtTWh~~ROFr6RfSImm~X1RvAvklkIZ6gM6mXQxlmhWKpy7PxleNN9Qqh~2FpXujF1ZW6t8lIFH-W5M9zQNXjDqUcg6iAfnl0WEZfleRUu3HMPsReGZbBSXQ3y0N5GgP-GtARvk-5Gg8sTJ6CMJNzdPLELuoxoN9P2ZByg7KuToWE3eYv1mKaLsmWDyUj0DEL7JyTnFMLOVdqC7Boh1xCkREotVaspNWCQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Senate Bill 10-46, as amended, passed the Idaho House Wednesday after back-and-forth on classroom content and local control.

The sponsor described the bill as a ‘‘pro-life’’ measure that creates a new section under Title 33 (Education), Chapter 16, to require instruction about human growth and development for grades 5 through 12. The bill would allow districts to select videos — including high-definition ultrasound footage — and require instruction on significant milestones of fetal development. The sponsor said the intent is to give students factual biological information.

A supporter who spoke said committee changes and agreements left local districts in control of the videos and materials, that the materials may address miscarriages, fetal abnormalities and genetic disorders, and that the instruction would be integrated into regular courses. That representative said those assurances led her to support the bill.

The clerk recorded the House roll call as 63 yes, 6 no, 1 absent/excused. The bill passed the House and will be transferred to the Senate.

Votes at a glance: Senate Bill 10-46 (as amended) — House passage, 63-6 (1 absent/excused).","The House passed Senate Bill 10-46 (as amended), which requires instruction on human growth and development in grades 5–12 and allows local districts discretion on materials; sponsors described the measure as intended to present fetal development milestones to students.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6632169,"House passes measure increasing penalties for repeated DUIs that cause deaths",399,2299000,2698000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2675655-3dc030785f77fcc4e0c5cd2827cae683&start=2299&end=2698","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2675655-3dc030785f77fcc4e0c5cd2827cae683/thumbnail_2299000.jpg","/articles/6632169/Idaho/House-passes-measure-increasing-penalties-for-repeated-DUIs-that-cause-deaths","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6632169-599873b4c1c1ac86d543a896724c3ff4/orig.mp4?Expires=1776021004&Signature=mF3WpCuzPSEd5knaeNOxaxsF4K7KIwXwmaonpy6SElhQyoUPoJU8KhfSvTE0KdOZ4PFiRTm8tFDUYYwFvGXuY34P1xN9AOcIOdqPRPHKpbcT7pvsfnlEynjxFYH7SRz16V9NknchTrUmzSVtVdug63uCKq3TV3jY2yUzovcZFyU8rdbnFfOIQWkGgvZ1lqQvEKy0aJQ9BfL1DHfgIFdFPpsf6~TeeY1Xph7SSPSGoQDqe0Z2mF3Ujpix8WTuIH0IVfIuCfEP~drw0MGunJdBnAfAGw7KgbP43W6IoDflCZAA8QKEZeay0Rb0TFpxoLsxCASS-Y~ost3BYrn7La97hQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Idaho House approved Senate Bill 10-99 on third reading Wednesday, a bill that increases minimum prison terms for drivers who are convicted of subsequent DUIs that result in a fatality.

The sponsor described the bill as a “stair-step” approach: a first DUI that results in a death would not be affected by this bill, but a subsequent DUI that causes death would carry a mandatory minimum sentence of at least five years; further repeat offenses could carry higher minimum terms (the sponsor discussed a 10-year minimum for multiple subsequent DUIs resulting in death).

A floor speaker with experience as a chaplain to several police agencies delivered emotional testimony about families affected by DUI crashes, urging colleagues to support tougher penalties to reduce deaths.

The House clerk recorded the final roll call as 60 yes, 10 no. The bill passed the House and will be sent on for further processing.

Votes at a glance: Senate Bill 10-99 — House passage, 60-10.","The Idaho House passed Senate Bill 10-99, which raises mandatory prison time for offenders who, after prior DUI convictions, commit subsequent DUIs resulting in a death. Sponsors described the change as a stepwise (“stair-step”) approach to deter repeat offenders.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6632176,"House approves bill clarifying property-tax deferral eligibility, debate centers on look-back and annual application",572,1582000,2154000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2675655-3dc030785f77fcc4e0c5cd2827cae683&start=1582&end=2154","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2675655-3dc030785f77fcc4e0c5cd2827cae683/thumbnail_1582000.jpg","/articles/6632176/Idaho/House-approves-bill-clarifying-property-tax-deferral-eligibility-debate-centers-on-look-back-and-annual-application","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6632176-cddf7e1ccd270a4337fdcba06ef8b11e/orig.mp4?Expires=1776021004&Signature=W4nMUl5oTz3KhRJ77nohKsZxDwSM~zILGJoo4TQkTMUnmsGzfwZeax4y8~8LkBT~o9dJT2dHS68R8T3t~5dYZTD2NxpoANqQW6XZHxnwFtUXaDArNI4elNCP64vLxFnifJdHsE2wU2Vlk~KaG4s2HWBpZl9vT2k7zNNuYyMBKJOOwV~cG6R0w5cQL9FamIb9XLy7s3IWn8Ho-Y60V7DmxxpVZ9EwGlXoxCchFBSgpRI1vQIjJfr~mL5yFWV5zLkPEUT1Tr4C7QD5-j3fewXV950uNHvhHfCYo~Be5QdaTthIbi-4VeRnMOsEOhTwBetKkueFU2vsy4~TLf8P9txwZA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","House Bill 3-55, an amendment to Idaho’s property-tax deferral provisions for qualifying homeowners, passed the Idaho House after floor debate Wednesday.

The sponsor said the bill clarifies ambiguous language in section 63-7-14 (as cited in the floor remarks) that previously read “any property tax due,” which he said could be read to include taxes in arrears from prior years. The amendment aims to clarify how deferrals and liens are applied so homeowners with equity but limited cash can place a tax-lien deferral rather than immediately losing property to a tax sale.

Opponents urged caution, saying the program is structured as an annual application that requires yearly qualification by income, existing liens and equity; allowing a retrospective “look-back” to prior years could grant relief to homeowners who would not previously have qualified in those years. One representative asked whether the bill would in effect let people “off the hook” if they had not applied in earlier years.

The sponsor responded that penalties and interest already applied to deferred amounts (as described on the floor: 6% interest, a 1% per month penalty, and an additional 4% per year) reduce the incentive to “game” the system and that existing practice applies new deferrals to the oldest obligations. He said the intent is to give a mechanism to prevent immediate tax-deed sales while preserving penalties.

After debate, the House recorded a roll call: 49 yes, 20 no, 1 absent/excused. The measure passed the House and will be sent to the Senate.

Votes at a glance: House Bill 3-55 (as amended) — House passage, 49-20 (1 absent/excused).","The House passed an amendment to House Bill 3-55 to clarify the scope of state property-tax deferral eligibility for low-cash, equity-rich homeowners. Debate focused on whether the measure allows retroactive deferral for prior tax years and whether that undercuts the program’s annual-application structure.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6632179,"House passes bill narrowing state reimbursements for school transportation, bars payments for virtual students",381,1137000,1518000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2675655-3dc030785f77fcc4e0c5cd2827cae683&start=1137&end=1518","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2675655-3dc030785f77fcc4e0c5cd2827cae683/thumbnail_1137000.jpg","/articles/6632179/Idaho/House-passes-bill-narrowing-state-reimbursements-for-school-transportation-bars-payments-for-virtual-students","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6632179-c6037bbef9398cd377fc7690fea46cef/orig.mp4?Expires=1776021004&Signature=FVhmGsJJQ69kdgPN2jQ610FB83pen05gs7rUcu-Z7fLlQIEZGYNNo27k5vpYe0wIKZHtBluRKGu5Dv86mQonrtx5BzhwIE0UJygEHtX4ysja6AGkwzEHaVSgCu8TZ8ojjE6mrT2CJUXi83n3nkiWa8u5XuEdUS5lm2Gxr7CD8RyKkh5ShYOHre~S3PD54aDGWPQ5vr2dwmrAFkNhXPK~GL6YVUz42xrXp2Toy9e2T7WHPBoIYVxFrfjwQqw6o7LuqjKi-PAyOSMj2fmTbqPLCzgnUoB1g9oKFLDw-G9AX61aBfz3CFrFEWe03iyIXSJx1f1K8DZ8Z~XeMhE6ReBboQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","House Bill 3-96, a bill that revises state reimbursement rules for school transportation and defines authorized vehicles for student transport, passed the Idaho House on third reading Wednesday.

The bill’s sponsor told the House the measure updates language to call certain providers “authorized transportation operations,” excludes virtual students from state transportation reimbursement and allows school districts and charter schools to seek reimbursement for use of smaller vehicles (with safety inspection and maintenance requirements). That version passed the House and will be sent to the Senate for consideration.

Proponents argued the change fixes a perceived reimbursement mismatch: districts were reportedly receiving state funds for students who are not riding district buses. The sponsor said the bill adds a sentence to prevent reimbursement for virtual students and clarifies which vehicles may be used for limited or specialized student transport, noting those vehicles often have seat belts and may be safer for small groups.

Opponents raised two main concerns on the floor. One representative said the bill’s funding formula is uneven, noting his district receives about 61% of needed transportation funding while others are funded at a higher rate; he urged a no vote on that basis. He also said smaller “short buses” have design features and stop-arms that increase safety and questioned whether the new categories preserve equivalent protections.

Another member who spoke in favor stressed local control for districts, saying the bill right-sizes transportation options and allows local elected officials to decide whether to adopt the broader vehicle authorization.

After closing debate, the House clerk recorded the vote. The roll call was announced as a majority in favor: 62 yes, 16 no, 2 absent/excused. The House approved the bill; there was no correction to the title and the measure will be transferred to the Senate.

Votes at a glance: House Bill 3-96 — House passage, 62-16 (2 absent/excused).","The Idaho House passed House Bill 3-96 on third reading after debate over funding equity and safety for nontraditional student transport. The measure clarifies allowable vehicles and removes reimbursement for virtual students; it passed the House and will be transmitted to the Senate.","actionData","errors"]

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On the floor: roll calls, committee reports and several bills passed or transmitted during March 18 House session

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House passes measure increasing penalties for repeated DUIs that cause deaths

House approves bill clarifying property-tax deferral eligibility, debate centers on look-back and annual application

House passes bill narrowing state reimbursements for school transportation, bars payments for virtual students