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Lawmakers revisit ITD proposal to relocate District 4 headquarters from Shoshone to Twin Falls
Summary
Idaho Transportation Department seeks $9.6 million to relocate District 4 from Shoshone to Twin Falls; legislators who opposed the move last year questioned the need, citing building repair plans and commute analysis presented during the hearing.
The Idaho Transportation Department’s proposal to relocate District 4 headquarters from Shoshone to Twin Falls returned to the Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee, prompting debate from members who said the Legislature rejected the request last year.
ITD’s FY26 enhancement packet includes a $9.6 million line item for relocation and new facility work. Director Scott Stokes told the committee the department and the Transportation Board have reconsidered the long‑term best location for public service delivery and would prefer to be closer to the growing population in Twin Falls.
Senator Cook, who…
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