Douglas Pickett — Representative Douglas Pickett introduced himself as the representative for District 27 and presented Senate Concurrent Resolution 118, explaining its connection to water resource projects and the broader water-management context in his district, including the Snake River system and Milner Dam. He then concluded his presentation by inviting questions. A later reference noted that the committee had just heard from Representative Pickett on these related water issues.
Steve Miller — Representative Steve Miller moved to send SCR 118 to the floor with a due pass recommendation, and the motion was subsequently put to a vote and approved.
Dustin Manwaring — Representative Dustin Manwaring presents SCR 117, explaining the importance of Water District 4 and the need for continued funding for water storage, recharge, and long-term water supply infrastructure. He then transitions into a series of code-cleanup bills: HB 566, which repeals or updates outdated code sections as part of a broader legislative cleanup effort; HB 568, which removes obsolete provisions related to floating timber and townsite claims; and HB 774, the renumbered final cleanup bill, which repeals a duplicative minimum-fines provision for illegal hunting. Across the sequence, he describes the rationale for removing outdated statutes, notes agency and staff review work, and concludes each bill presentation before questions and committee action.
Jerald Raymond — Representative Raymond is called on after the presentation, moves to send SCR 117 to the floor with a due pass recommendation, and the committee votes in favor of the motion.
Britt Raybould — Began a motion related to SCR 116.
Britt Raybould — Moved SCR 116 to the floor with a due pass recommendation.
Britt Raybould — Representative Raybould moves to send House Bills 566, 568, and 774 to the floor with a due pass recommendation.
Charlie Shepherd — Representative Charlie Shepherd is identified as the presenter for SCR 116 and then introduces himself as the representative for District 7, explaining that the bill concerns Northern Idaho water needs.
Judy Boyle — Quoted by Representative Shepherd in a phrase describing the resolution.
Britt Raybould — Moved to approve the committee minutes from February 23, 2026, and February 25, 2026.