Mark Harris — Representative Mickelson is referenced as the next questioner.
Mark Harris — Representative Skog is referenced as the next questioner; likely Representative Skog/Skogg.
Mark Harris — Representative Scott is being questioned about the cooperative group and the $60,000 cost.
Mark Harris — Representative Mickelson is addressed in the question about whether the issue is cost or regional cooperation.
Mark Harris — Representative Scott responds that the agreement places Idaho into a cooperative structure and that legislators could participate on their own.
Mark Harris — Representative Alfieri speaks in favor of introducing RS 32921 so the committee can examine it further.
Mark Harris — Representative Alfieri supports introducing RS 32921 for more information and analysis.
Mark Harris — Representative Crane 12 says he will support the motion and explains ALEC as the American Legislative Exchange Council.
Mark Harris — Representative Crane 12 is thanked for his comments on ALEC and P-NW-E-R.
Mark Harris — Representative Scott introduces RS 32922 and explains it would remove Idaho from the Legislative Fisheries Council / Pacific Fisheries Legislative Task Force.
Mark Harris — Representative Bingham asks Representative Scott to explain the Pacific Fisheries Legislative Task Force.
Mark Harris — Representative Scott explains the task force works on salmon, fisheries, and marine issues and is difficult to research.
Mark Harris — Representative Scott says he will bring the code back for the hearing and explains the task force's role.
Mark Harris — Representative Bingham asks for more detail about the Pacific Fisheries Legislative Task Force.
Mark Harris — Representative Boyle asks which NGO the group is connected with; Representative Scott answers and continues explaining the task force's structure.
Mark Harris — Representative Bingham asked Chairman Crane and Representative Price for examples showing how Christians are being prevented from doing things that other religions or people are allowed to do, seeking concrete instances of unequal treatment.
Treg Bernt — Representative Alfieri is mentioned repeatedly in the transcript, with the references appearing close together and without any clear change in topic. The mentions likely refer to the same person and form a single continuous discussion point.
Treg Bernt — Moved to introduce RS 32951.
James Ruchti — Not present in the transcript, but no direct mention here; included only if intended by the roll call names is uncertain.
James Ruchti — Likely intended by the transcript's 'Representative Church' reference is uncertain; no exact match in expected members.
James Ruchti — Likely intended by the transcript's 'Representative Church' reference is uncertain; no exact match in expected members.
James Ruchti — Representative Skog makes the motion to introduce RS 32921.
James Ruchti — Referenced as Representative Boyle in the discussion about Idaho needing a voice on water and fisheries issues.
James Ruchti — Representative Church asks about the fiscal note and the cost impact of participation.
James Ruchti — Representative Scott is being questioned about the fiscal note and taxpayer cost.
James Ruchti — Representative Boyle is addressed regarding the membership of the group and its policy influence.
James Ruchti — Representative Nicholson is called on after the discussion about Idaho losing its voice in the group.
James Ruchti — Representative Boyle's concerns are referenced as similar to the speaker's concerns about dams and water policy.
James Ruchti — Representative Scott responds that the proposal only removes mandatory participation, not optional involvement.
James Ruchti — Representative Scott is told that this is how RSs are handled in State Affairs and that he should not be surprised by the questioning.
James Ruchti — Representative Scott is told the first RS could be brought back for more discussion.
James Ruchti — Representative Bingham is called on to ask a question about the testimony.
James Ruchti — Representative Scott is asked to clarify which states are involved in the group.
James Ruchti — Representative Scott is again the subject of follow-up and clarification about the group and prior testimony.
James Ruchti — Representative Alfieri moves to introduce RS 32922 after noting concern and the need for more discussion.
James Ruchti — Representative Price introduces RS 32951 and identifies herself as Elaine Price of District 4, Coeur d'Alene.
James Ruchti — Asked for clarification on how the Blaine Amendment conflicts with the U.S. Constitution before voting.
Kelly Anthon — Representative Price introduced RS 32951 and explained that it would place a repeal amendment before the state electorate. In response to questions, he argued that the Blaine Amendment discriminates against Christians and conflicts with constitutional protections, noting that court cases, including one in Idaho, have upheld the Establishment Clause over the Blaine Amendment. He further clarified that the issue is unequal treatment involving Christians and a non-Christian entity, using an Idaho case involving a church and a music group renting the same school facility as an example of the claimed discrimination.
Brandon Shippy — Representative Church supported the motion and argued that Idahoans should weigh in on the amendment, expressing trust in the public and emphasizing the importance of informing them and letting them have a voice.
Jim Guthrie — Jim Guthrie presided as committee chair throughout the proceeding, opening the meeting, welcoming Representative Scott, and managing the discussion and questioning on the bill and RS 32866. He confirmed the RS was properly before the committee, called for the motion to introduce RS 32866, acknowledged members in order during the bill presentation, and continued to preside over the questioning and responses as members addressed him as Mr. Chairman/Chairman.
Jim Guthrie — Recognized Representative Price and opened questions on the motion.
Mark Harris — The transcript appears to reference Mark Harris twice in quick succession, though the exact name is uncertain in both cases ('Representative Skag' and 'Representative Skog'). These mentions likely refer to the same member and reflect a single brief discussion or reference without any substantive topic change.
Mark Harris — Not mentioned directly in the text, but the chair is addressed as Mr. Chairman in the exchange.