Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Agenda Mar 11th, 2026

Key Moments

  • Steve Owen — Steve Owen was called to the podium, introduced himself, and explained that he is the chairman of the Idaho Nutrition Coalition and the past chairman of the Idaho Association of Nutrition and Food Service Professionals.
  • Steve Owen — Steve Owen continued his testimony in support of the Idaho Dietitian Licensure Compact, explaining that it would reduce the burden on dietitians working in nearby border communities such as Weiser/Ontario, Idaho Falls/Butte, and Twin Falls/Wells by allowing them to practice across state lines without obtaining multiple licenses. He urged the committee to consider the compact again next year, emphasized that nutrition is affected by many bills, budgets, and programs, and concluded by thanking the committee for the opportunity to speak.
  • Treg Bernt — During the procedural adjournment, Senator Bernt was mentioned as the committee lacked a quorum and the meeting was ended, with the presentation deferred until the next day.