Jeff Ehlers — Representative Jeff Ehlers of Meridian introduced and presented RS 33021, then explained in response to questions that the proposal addresses a competitive licensing issue, noting that other states have lowered requirements and Idaho should consider the impact of staying competitive.
Jeff Ehlers — Confirms that the RS only changes the timing of the exam and does not waive education-hour completion.
Jordan Redman — Addressed as Mr. Chairman in committee proceedings.
Jordan Redman — Jordan Redman is addressed as the chair while managing the committee proceedings, including recognizing the next presenter and being referenced as part of the committee being addressed.
Jordan Redman — Jordan Redman, referred to as Mr. Chair/Chairman Tanner/Representative Tanner, is part of an ongoing budget discussion focused on DOPL spending and the committee’s role in reviewing budget decisions. The exchange touches on whether broader review should happen within the committee or through JFAC, and notes that Tanner pointed out the small amount of federal funding involved. The discussion concludes with agreement that considering broader issues is part of the committee’s task.
Jaron Crane — Jaron Crane is referenced multiple times during a brief, continuous discussion. The transcript first notes that a constituent issue was brought forward through another representative, then identifies Crane in the exchange, and later shows him asking whether other licensing tests might also be made open book. A subsequent mention again refers to Crane in the same open-book testing discussion, keeping the focus on the same legislative topic.
Jaron Crane — Representative Skog is absent; Representative Ayler is said to be taking the introduction, but the transcript likely refers to Representative Jaron Crane? No, the transcript says Ayler; no member ID match.
Steve Berch — Representative Berch was part of a brief exchange about whether current law is a significant hindrance to the profession. In response to the question, Representative Ehlers addressed Berch directly, and Berch then asked for any additional information that would demonstrate the hardship caused by the current law if the issue comes before the committee again.
Steve Berch — Steve Berch urged the committee to take a holistic view of DOPL, stressing that evaluation should include functionality, accuracy, efficiency, and oversight—not just cost.
Steve Berch — Steve Berch first asks whether the presentation is merely informational and confirms that the committee’s role is policy rather than budget. He then comments on the motion, saying he will support it but wants to understand the compelling need for the proposed change and is concerned about lowering standards without sufficient justification.
David Cannon — Made the motion to introduce RS 33021.
David Cannon — Referenced in the prior context as the committee member who made the motion to introduce RS 32964.
Kent Marmon — Seconded the motion, though the chair noted a second was not required in the House.
Kyle Harris — Asked whether the test would remove the current 20 questions or keep them and add jurisprudence questions.
Kyle Harris — Representative Kyle Harris expressed appreciation for the committee’s work and supported examining fleet spending within dedicated funds. He said the committee should oversee fleet spending, noted from his experience as an electrician that DOPL can be difficult to reach and could benefit from more efficient vehicles and better responsiveness, and added that he is on JFAC and supports streamlining budgets.
Kyle Harris — Gives an update that rule review is planned to begin next Thursday and notes temporary-rule tweaks for the Department of Insurance.
Kyle Harris — Asks whether the proposal changes when licensure can be granted and expresses concern about completion requirements.
Josh Wheeler — Made the motion to introduce RS 32964.
Josh Wheeler — Referenced as the Vice Chair who will provide an update on rules.
Vito Barbieri — Representative Barbieri said he would support the motion and asked for examples of problems caused by uninformed surveyors. He then shifted to questioning how DOPL segregates dedicated funds, whether money from one board can be used for another, and specifically whether cosmetology license fees could be used to create a new board.
Vito Barbieri — Representative Vito Barbieri asks whether the presentation will address how much is in the accounts, in addition to budgeting and spending. The analyst responds directly to his question, indicating the discussion will cover fund balance or account balance information.
Vito Barbieri — Moves to introduce RS 32928.
Josh Tanner — Introduced himself as Representative Tanner, District 14, and began a presentation about JFAC and budget/fiscal note practices.
Representative Tanner — Explains that the presentation is about a different approach to JFAC and how members should think about it.
Representative Tanner — Responds that additional boards have sought licensure in recent years.
Jason Monks — Referenced in the phrase 'as Representative Monks states' while discussing trimming government spending.
Jeff Cornilles — Referenced as part of the committee discussion context; no direct statement in this section.
Francis Lippitt — Francis Lippitt, a budget and policy analyst with Legislative Services, introduced herself and discussed budgeting resources, expressing interest in having the broader legislature take a larger role in the budgeting process. She also noted that she might need technical assistance while navigating the website.
Joe Palmer — Referenced as someone likely to use the site extensively.
Representative Jeff Ayler — Introduces himself as District 21, Meridian, pinch-hitting for Representative Skog, and explains RS 32928.