Treg Bernt — During the hearing, Vice Chairman Treg Bernt is repeatedly addressed and acknowledged by speakers, first as 'Pro Tem' and then as 'Vice Chairman,' with a witness thanking him as the discussion begins.
Kelly Anthon — Senator Taves is referenced as a substitute member; the transcript says 'Senator Alicia Taves' and 'Senator Ben Taves,' which appears to be a transcription error.
Kelly Anthon — Identified as the second on the motion to introduce RS 331-34; transcript says 'Senator Anthony,' which appears to refer to Senator Anthon.
Ben Toews — A brief exchange identifies Senator Ben Toews, though the transcript misspells his surname as 'Taves' or 'Tave's.' One mention refers to him directly, and another has Alicia identifying herself as Senator Ben Toews' wife, confirming the same person despite the transcription error.
Brandon Shippy — Senator Shippey moves to approve the January 28, 2026 minutes.
Brandon Shippy — Senator Brandon Shippy is introduced to present RS329-88-C-1 and briefly identifies himself as the senator for District 9, covering Washington County, Payette County, and part of Canyon County.
Andrew Arlundum — Andrew Arlundum is invited to the podium to introduce himself and his representation for the record.
Andrew Arlundum — The Idaho State Lottery director concludes his presentation and invites questions.
Andrew Arulenandum — The witness identifies himself as the director of the Idaho State Lottery and introduces the rules change.
James Ruchti — The transcript appears to misrecognize the senator's name as 'Senator Dinharton'; the motion is made to approve the docket.
Mark Harris — Senator Harris seconds the motion to accept the docket.
Mark Harris — Senator Harris asks for a motion and then moves to send the RS to print.
Mark Harris — Senator Harris makes the motion to introduce the RS, and the motion passes.
Mark Harris — Was called on after Senator Adams's presentation for questions.
Mark Harris — Moved to introduce RS 331-34.
Ben Adams — Senator Ben Adams is introduced and then explains that he previously brought forward a proposed constitutional amendment concerning public lands and the public interest in those lands. He describes a minor change to the proposal on line 16 that adds language allowing for the acquisition of new rights, says the change is positive and should not offend anyone, and asks that the amendment be printed.