Bruce Skog — Presented the bill and explained that it would allow the Legislature to retain private counsel for actions against the federal government when leadership believes it is in the state's best interest.
Jim Guthrie — Jim Guthrie is referenced throughout the committee meeting as the chair ('Mr. Chairman') while presiding over motions, votes, questions, and responses. The discussion remains focused on the same ongoing committee proceedings, with members addressing him as chair during procedural exchanges and brief question-and-answer moments.
Representative Jeff Ehlers — Representative Jeff Ehlers presented House Bill 539, explaining that it would increase oversight of temporary rules. He then concluded his presentation and asked for the committee’s support. Afterward, he answered a question by giving an example involving the electrical board repeatedly reissuing a temporary rule.
Russ Hendricks — Signed up to testify but declined to speak.
Representative Britt Raibold — Representative Britt Raibold introduced House Bill 613, explaining that it addresses liability concerns for private polling locations. He then clarified that the liability coverage applies only while election workers are in the building during setup, voting, and closing, and concluded by asking the committee to send the bill to the floor with a due pass recommendation.
Mark Harris — Likely the member asking about the insurance coverage period, though the transcript says 'Representative Scott' and no exact ID match is certain.
Trent Triple, Ada County Clerk — Testified in support of the legislation on behalf of the Idaho Association of Clerks and Recorders, emphasizing the need for polling places and continued cooperation from private locations.
Trent Triple — Continued testimony supporting the bill, explaining that it helps maintain enough polling places and avoid long lines on election day.