JFAC funds Idaho State Police package including remote housing and wage increases for troopers and forensics staff

The Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee approved a set of Idaho State Police budget items on Wednesday that include a one‑time capital purchase for trooper housing, personnel changes, replacement equipment and a targeted pay increase for commissioned officers and forensic staff.

The committee approved a $268,100 supplemental for fiscal year 2025 to purchase a remote housing unit to be placed on a foundation in Fairfield. The house is intended to provide lodging for state troopers in areas with limited housing options.

In a larger FY2026 package, the committee approved multiple enhancements that together increased general fund authority and reallocated dedicated and federal funds across ISP programs. The package included:

- Fleet service modifications converting two part‑time positions to full‑time based on operational needs. - New positions for a special investigations unit (4 FTP) to handle investigations at correctional facilities transferred to the state…