Brian Lenney — Brian Lenney was called on by the Chair and then moved to approve the minutes from January 15th, 2026.
Janie Ward-Engelking — Referenced by Hyatt Erstad in a personal aside.
Janie Ward-Engelking — No direct speech here, but the committee continues discussion in the appointment process; no member-specific statement beyond general committee procedure.
Jim Guthrie — Jim Guthrie praised Hyatt Erstad’s service and qualifications, noting that he serves with him on the high-risk pool and expressing that the committee is fortunate to have someone of Erstad’s caliber willing to serve. He encouraged support for the appointment.
James Ruchti — Senator James Ruchti thanked the chair, noted his connection to Your Health Idaho, and strongly recommended Janice Folkerson for the role.
Cynthia Fairfax — Cynthia Fairfax is introduced as a gubernatorial appointee to the Idaho Health Insurance Exchange Board. She then introduces herself as a recently retired urologist in Boise and explains that she has served on the board for over four years, enjoying the opportunity to bring her healthcare background to the insurance side of the work. She says the board’s efforts help people obtain health care and insurance more easily and that she has been happy to be involved.
Daniel Foreman — The chair asks for questions and later refers the committee to the next appointment process.
Dr. Cynthia Fairfax — Dr. Cynthia Fairfax explains that the health insurance exchange and Your Health Idaho help people navigate the system to find appropriate, cost-effective coverage and assistance. She emphasizes that the exchange is important for making insurance products and benefits accessible, particularly for lower-income Idahoans, and notes that participants have reported the program is helpful in finding coverage they need and can afford.