James Woodward — The speaker thanked Senator James Woodward for helping the committee remember its own rules.
James Woodward — Senator Cole explains that the bill is meant to let schools revoke a student’s pass when conduct rules or behavior standards are broken, and says he is open to adding clarifying language through the amending order. He notes he worked with the School Boards Association, which believed the existing language adequately protects schools. In response to questions, he clarifies that the bill is not intended for credit-bearing activities like sports or classes, but for one-time cultural events, and that a pass can be revoked immediately if needed, with criminal conduct handled under criminal code. He also addresses liability concerns by indicating that fault would determine responsibility and that such issues are governed by law rather than the bill itself. Later, he explains that amendments were included in the packets and are intended to add language protecting school districts, including age and grade language and authority for districts to adopt policy governing the social pass program for homeschool students. He further clarifies that the amendment language is meant to let districts create policy around the program, with any remaining wording to be smoothed out.
James Woodward — Not mentioned by name in this section; no direct reference.
James Woodward — Raised a legal-liability question about an unfamiliar student injuring others at a school dance.
James Woodward — His liability question is being answered by the witness.
James Woodward — Raised a follow-up question about whether a background check might be needed for a student using the social pass.
James Woodward — Was addressed in the discussion of how school district policy and background-check-type procedures might apply to homeschool students using the social pass.
James Woodward — Raised a legal-liability question about a non-enrolled student attending a dance and injuring regular attendees.
James Woodward — His liability question is repeated as Ms. Perry responds.
James Woodward — Raised a liability question about a non-enrolled student at a dance injuring regular attendees.
James Woodward — Asked whether the bill could be reprinted to keep the input process open rather than moving to a more closed floor process.
James Woodward — Was thanked for the question and responded to by Senator Cole.
James Woodward — Referenced in the prior motion context as part of the discussion on holding Senate Bill 1290.
James Woodward — Said he supports the idea.
James Woodward — Addressed by Senator Cook in the context of the discussion.
James Woodward — Said he supports the idea and apologized for being grumpy, clarifying it was not directed at the meeting.
James Woodward — Referenced in the ongoing discussion of the motion and the 14th order process.
James Woodward — Moved to send House Bill 608 to the Senate floor with a due pass recommendation.
James Woodward — Moved that House Bill 635 be sent to the Senate floor with a due pass recommendation.
James Woodward — Asked a question or made a comment supporting the addition to the bill.
local homeschool mother and leader — Described as the person who brought the idea to Senator Cole; also identified as a leader in the homeschool community.
Janie Ward-Engelking — Senator Ward-Engelking questions the bill’s fee structure and scope, asking where the $25 fee came from and whether it is appropriate. She then raises concerns about how the bill would apply to school-sponsored activities such as field trips, whether schools could still charge actual trip costs, and whether the bill would limit disciplinary options to simply revoking a pass or card if a student misbehaves at an event. She also worries that a student expelled from a school could enroll in homeschool and still attend activities they had been barred from, creating discipline and safety issues.
Janie Ward-Engelking — Addressed by name in the question about the dollar amount.
Janie Ward-Engelking — Senator Ward-Engelking was part of a discussion about whether the $25 fee is appropriate and how it compares with fees charged to other students in some districts. She agreed with the proposal in principle and encouraged further work with stakeholders to improve the bill before it returns.
Van Burtenshaw — Senator Van Burtenshaw asked who would be liable if a student were injured during a school trip under the social pass program, specifically in a bus accident, and sought clarification on who would bear responsibility for the child’s injury.
Van Burtenshaw — Offered an alternate substitute motion to hold Senate Bill 1290 at the discretion of the chair until issues are worked out.
Cindy Carlson — Said she could not find the drafted amendments and asked Senator Cole to explain them.
Cindy Carlson — Was asked whether she had a comment before motions were taken up.
Cindy Carlson — Named as the senator who will carry the bill on the Senate side.
Christy Zito — Senator Christy Zito questions the amendment’s language, asking where it appears in the Idaho Code and whether it gives school boards local governing authority to set rules that could limit activities such as trips or regulate the social pass.
Christy Zito — The transcript says 'Senator Warding,' which appears to be a transcription error; likely a senator asking about the unfunded mandate and dollar amount.
Christy Zito — Was thanked by the chair as the discussion moved to motions.
Christy Zito — Representative Furness referenced prior work and the bill's purpose while explaining the changes.
Christy Zito — Referenced as having previously explained the need for a supervisor when the state gets involved.
Christy Zito — The representative is thanked for presenting the bill.
Christy Zito — Representative Scott is the speaker being addressed in the exchange.
Christy Zito — Declined to discuss specific incidents and said the goal is to make the reporting requirement clear in code.
Dave Lent — Senator Lent is thanked by the speaker as the discussion continues.
Dave Lent — Senator Lent is acknowledged in the exchange.
Dave Lent — Asked how participation in existing activities is facilitated.
Dave Lent — Was thanked as chair and referenced in committee proceedings.
Dave Lent — Referenced as the chair in the committee setting.
Dave Lent — Addressed as Mr. Chairman.
Dave Lent — Referenced as Mr. Chairman in the committee setting.
Dave Lent — Addressed as Mr. Chairman.
Dave Lent — Acknowledged the witness and opened the floor for questions.
Dave Lent — Committee chair referenced in the exchange.