Anne Haws — Representative Haas introduced herself, said she is from District 16 in Boise, and noted she was appointed to fill Todd Achilles' seat in July by the governor.
Anne Haws — Representative Haas continued her introduction, describing her background as an attorney and her ties to Idaho.
Anne Haws — A representative asked the secretary a joking question about whether 'both kids' included the husband.
Elaine Price — Wendy Horman is referenced in the context of her legislative seat being filled by Representative Bingham, and later Josh Tanner notes that he took over Wendy Horman’s seat.
Steven Tanner — Representative Tanner is addressed and asked to give a briefing with JFAC.
Steven Tanner — Josh Tanner is introduced and identified as the person giving the JFAC briefing.
Erin Bingham — Representative Bingham was introduced as a new committee member, then introduced herself as being from Idaho Falls in Bonneville County and explained that she was appointed to fill Wendy Horman's seat. The committee responded warmly, welcoming her and expressing appreciation.
Anne Haws — The chair introduced Representative Haas as a new member of the committee.
Steven Tanner — Josh Tanner explains the JFAC process and how Commerce-related budget issues connect to committee work.
Steven Tanner — Josh Tanner continues explaining how federal grants and JFAC decisions affect the committee's work.
Steven Tanner — Josh Tanner says ARPA money flowed through Commerce and that many members were unaware of the spending levels.
Steven Tanner — Josh Tanner argues that legislators have a constitutional duty to understand the budget, not just policies.
Steven Tanner — Josh Tanner says members should dig into budget details and use available tools to understand fiscal impacts.
Steven Tanner — Josh Tanner suggests committees may make recommendations on new federal grants rather than leaving every decision to JFAC.
Steven Tanner — Josh Tanner emphasizes the importance of fiscal notes and consulting agencies before advancing legislation.
Steven Tanner — Answered questions about JFAC and budget process.
Steven Tanner — Committee thanked him for explaining the JFAC process and asked for annual updates.
Steven Tanner — Invited questions and was asked about a memo regarding budget cuts.
Steven Tanner — Referenced as the recipient of questions about JFAC and budget cuts.
Steven Tanner — Questioned about whether Medicaid and K-12 would be held harmless in budget cuts.
Steven Tanner — Responded through the chair to questions about budget cuts.
Steven Tanner — Explained that stabilization funds are generally for recessionary times, not spending problems.
Steven Tanner — Question directed to him about using stabilization funds.
Steven Tanner — Explained that working groups handle budgeting while germane committees should focus on policy review.
Megan Egbert — Representative Megan Egbert asked Representative Tanner to explain how germane committees differ from JFAC working committees.
Dustin Manwaring — Asked a question about the impact of repeated cuts and potential furloughs.
Dustin Manwaring — Raised concern that repeated cuts could lead to furloughs, reduced PERSI contributions, and pension funding problems.
Dustin Manwaring — Continued the question about whether small cuts accumulate into larger harm.
Dustin Manwaring — Continued his concern about cumulative harm from repeated cuts.
Dustin Manwaring — Addressed by Representative Tanner in response to the question about cuts.
Dustin Manwaring — Addressed as the witness being questioned about budget guidelines.
Dustin Manwaring — Addressed by the chair as the next speaker.
Tanya Burgoyne — Representative Burgoyne asked Representative Tanner whether he had specific dollar amounts or recommendations in mind, referencing prior budget guidelines discussed in Health and Welfare. Tanner then responded to Burgoyne’s question.
Edward Hill — Representative Ted Hill was welcomed to the committee, introduced himself as being from Eagle and Emmett, and noted that he was joined by Lieutenant Colonel Schampel of the Guard. He then explained that the bill aligns Idaho leave provisions with recent changes and increases the leave amount from 120 to 160 hours.
Lieutenant Colonel Schampel — Lieutenant Colonel Schampel is introduced as accompanying Representative Hill and identified as the Guard JAG, available to answer questions about the bill.
Chris Bruce — Called on to make a motion.
David Leavitt — Asked for a motion to introduce and print RS 32833.