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Votes at a glance: JFAC actions Feb. 14 — dozens of budget motions advance; several passed unanimously
Summary
On Feb. 14 the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee considered many maintenance, replacement and enhancement budget motions across multiple agencies. Most motions carried with recorded roll-call tallies; several required unanimous consent for associated language.
The Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee on Friday handled a large slate of budget motions spanning state agencies, special commissions and programs. Many motions were procedural or for replacement items, while others added targeted enhancements or approved supplemental spending.
Key outcomes (motions passed with recorded tallies and due-pass recommendations unless noted):
- Idaho Public Television: add $342,400 (FY2026; replacement items and network operations center equipment). Vote: passed (16 ayes, 4 nays). - Soil and Water Conservation Commission: add $1,040,500 (one-time; vehicle replacement $40,500 and $1,000,000 for agricultural water-quality grants). Vote: passed (18 ayes, 2 nays; roll call recorded 9-1 Senate and 9-1 House in final tally). - Behavioral health (see separate article): multiple supplemental and FY2026 items approved, including…
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