Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Legislative Session Day 78 Mar 30th, 2026

Idaho House Floor Meeting

Key Moments

  • Dustin Manwaring — Dustin Manwaring continues the discussion of the bill, first responding to a question about the annual report and then remaining on the floor to continue speaking on the same legislation.
  • Dustin Manwaring — Representative from District 6 argued against the bill’s 120-day residency requirement, warning that it could unfairly disqualify candidates who temporarily move while building or changing homes. He said a property manager could refuse to renew a lease for political reasons, potentially forcing someone out of office, and added that the rule could create problems in situations like a home fire or moving between homes while still remaining in the district. He also criticized the removal of the missionary exemption and concluded his opposition by asking for a red light.
  • — Gentleman 25 participates in the debate by first asking the speaker to stand for a question, then questioning why the bill’s pay increase is not funded directly from the general fund instead of shifting costs to counties and cities. The exchange includes a procedural reminder for him to remain standing, and later he continues the debate from the floor.
  • — Offers a privilege remark thanking the Speaker for the presentation of responsibilities this morning.
  • — Seconded the motion to suspend the rules for House Bill 964.
  • — Responds to the question and begins explaining the funding approach.
  • — Says she supports Idaho State Police but believes the bill is a tax shift.
  • — The Gentleman from 12 announces that the majority will caucus at 2:30 this afternoon, adding that the caucus will be upstairs.
  • — Explained that the Senate revised the title of House Bill 758 in an unusual way.
  • — Moved to suspend the rules for immediate consideration of House Bill 964.
  • — Explained the statutory definition of residence used in the bill and cited Idaho Code 34-107.
  • — Quoted the statutory definition of residence and explained it as the basis for the bill.
  • — Clarified that the bill concerns residence as defined in code, not necessarily the same physical building, and said a member moving would update voter registration.
  • — Said the bill is not intended to prevent representation, but to ensure candidates actually represent the districts they seek to serve.
  • — Announced the committee meeting schedule and noted a sponsor wanted a hearing on her Senate bill.
  • — Says he supports Idaho State Police but prefers funding from the general fund rather than local accounts.
  • — Argues that Idaho State Police is severely understaffed in North Idaho and needs funding.
  • — Begins speaking in favor of the bill.
  • Clint Hostetler — The speaker references discussions with the commander in District 1 and argues funding should come from the general fund rather than liquor revenues.
  • Clint Hostetler — The prior speaker continues the argument that local governments will face a shortfall if liquor revenues are used.
  • Clint Hostetler — The speaker refers to the gentleman from 20 as having negotiated with different parties.
  • Clint Hostetler — The speaker references the gentleman from 26 and argues local agencies benefit from state police assistance without reimbursement.
  • Clint Hostetler — Hostetler votes nay on the bill.
  • Clint Hostetler — The speaker references the 'good gentleman from 22' as part of prior property tax relief efforts.
  • Joe Palmer — Palmer votes aye on the bill.
  • Joe Palmer — Mentioned as walking out on the speaker.
  • Jim Guthrie — Referenced as the speaker's former seatmate in the middle row who later went to the Senate.
  • Jordan Redman — The House Business Committee meeting was referenced as being called by the Chair of Redmond, likely Jordan Redman.
  • Jordan Redman — The transcript appears to mishear the clerk or another member name; likely a procedural call, but the exact identity is uncertain.
  • — Explained the Senate amendment as clarifying that no state funds or property could be used to aid sex transitions for kids.
  • Cornel Rasor — Requested unanimous consent to reuse the House Bill 964 roll call for suspension of rules on Senate Bill 1401.
  • Cornel Rasor — Requested unanimous consent to reuse the House Bill 964 roll call for suspension of rules on Senate Bill 1435.
  • Cornel Rasor — Referenced as having tried to move ahead of the maintenance budget.
  • Dan Garner — Likely the 'Gannon' seconding the motion refers to Representative Dan Garner, though the transcription is uncertain.
  • Richard Cheatum — Likely the 'Skog' motion-maker refers to Representative Richard Cheatum or another member; transcription is uncertain.
  • David Cannon — Signed the substitute appointment letter for Lisa Cannon.
  • John Shirts — Signed the substitute appointment letter for Gail Bat.
  • Mike Moyle — Addressed as Speaker Moyle in the committee letter.
  • Brent Crane — Signed the House State Affairs Committee letter as chairman.
  • Brent Crane — Mentioned as being left alone in the back row.
  • Brent Crane — Brent Crane was called on to change his vote during the proceedings.
  • Ron Mendive — Signed the House Resources and Conservation Committee letter as chairman.
  • Cornel Rasor — Again requested unanimous consent to reuse the House Bill 964 roll call for suspension of rules on Senate Bill 1401.
  • Joe Alfieri — Recorded as voting aye.
  • — The Gentleman from 22 twice makes a procedural unanimous-consent request to reuse a prior roll call for suspension of the rules on another bill, continuing the same floor action without a substantive topic shift.
  • — The member asks permission to read from notes while explaining the budget, then continues by referencing a remark from Senator Fran comparing the budget to 'putting lipstick on a pig,' using it as part of the broader budget discussion.
  • Stephanie Mickelsen — A member name is called during the vote tally/check.
  • Ilana Rubel — Likely the speaker from District 9, explaining Senate Bill 1391 as a trailer bill to Senate Bill 1326 and noting surveyors were omitted from the earlier bill.
  • Jaron Crane — Representative from District 13 responded to District 6 and argued that legislators should live in the districts they represent, saying it is feasible to find housing within a district and that excuses about housing disruptions should not override that principle. He concluded by urging support for House Bill 810.
  • — Announced that the House Local Government Committee would meet upon adjournment.