Brandon Mitchell — Commented in support of seeking outside support so the celebration is not funded entirely by state dollars.
Brandon Mitchell — Representative Mitchell was thanked in closing remarks, first as the report concluded and then again for attending the VIP event and participating in the celebrations.
Brandon Mitchell — Representative Mitchell is discussed throughout a brief scheduling exchange as the House co-chair. Mitchell recommends meeting on March 9th, the group confirms planning for the afternoon of March 9th if there are no objections, and later remarks praise Mitchell’s role as co-chair and note that having the House co-chair present has made the Senate co-chair’s job easier.
Doug Okuniewicz — Treasurer Ellsworth introduced herself and explained staffing flexibility needs in the Treasurer’s office, including support for an intern and messaging assistance. She then shifted to a broader update on public-facing projects: the Liberty Bell carriage/float, fundraising efforts to bring the Liberty Bell home, plans for it to travel to every county and be displayed on July 4, coordination with the Transportation Department and Historical Society, and a $25,000 request to start the project. She also discussed the Veterans Mustang Ride, noting statewide coordination with Idaho Public TV, ambassador participation, co-branded promotional materials, and related outreach events and social media promotion.
Daniel Foreman — Treasurer Ellsworth said she finally touched base with Dan about the Liberty Bell carriage.
David Leroy — His collection provided some of the exhibit artifacts.
Michael McCrane — Loaned rare Revolutionary-era pieces for the exhibit; identified as Phil's dad.
Phil — Referenced as Michael McCrane's son.
Hannah Laurie — Hannah Laurie is referenced as someone who will provide a deeper dive in her report, and she has been coordinating the event with BLM and the Department of Transportation.
Director Gallamore — Praised for quickly coordinating partners and making the celebration happen.
Hannah Laurie Hine — Introduced herself as State Historian with the Idaho State Historical Society and Vice Chair of the America 250 Task Force.
Ben Adams — Addressed by the witness in her opening remarks.
Jim Guthrie — Senator Guthrie moved to approve the proposed America 250 budget, including funding for the July 4th state Capitol celebration and the America 250 ambassador programs. The motion was then referenced by others as the committee’s motion, with one speaker noting that Senator Guthrie had explained it well.
Jim Guthrie — Senator Guthrie was invited to give input on scheduling and suggested that as March 9th approaches, the legislature may need to consider afternoon or lunch meeting times, indicating a need for flexibility in meeting schedules.
Haley K. Domgaard — Introduced herself and presented the financial update.
Soñia Galaviz — Representative Galvis was called on to provide the subcommittee update, and Sonia Galaviz then identified herself and began giving the update on the subcommittee’s work, including planning for the 250th birthday celebration.
Soñia Galaviz — The discussion centers on Representative Galvez’s stated premise for expanding the program and broadening public access, alongside a related conversation with Representative Gallagos about making six go bags.
Soñia Galaviz — Thanked Director Gallamore for her work and coordination on the celebration.
Chris Bruce — Representative Bruce moved to approve the January 19th minutes, and the motion was seconded shortly afterward.
Chris Bruce — Asked whether possible overages were included so the committee would not short itself while planning events.
Jim Guthrie — Senator Guthrie moved to approve reimbursement to the state superintendent of public education for FY26 expenses up to $20,882, and the motion was subsequently referenced by others as being from Senator Guthrie.