Brandon Shippy — The committee introduces Senator Camille Blaylock of District 11 for Senate Bill 1320, then immediately moves to Senate Bill 1321, again identifying her as Senator Blaylock and having her restate her name and district. The sequence is a continuous introduction of the same senator presenting two related bills.
Brandon Shippy — Asked whether a voter could still vote using the number if the physical license is unavailable.
Brandon Shippy — Raised the hypothetical about voting without a physical driver’s license.
Brandon Shippy — His hypothetical was cited as a practical example.
Brandon Shippy — Moved to send Senate Bill 1322 to the floor with a due pass recommendation.
Brandon Shippy — Brandon Shippy moved to approve the minutes for February 18, 2026, and the chair confirmed the motion as being by Senator Shippy.
Brandon Shippy — Senator Brandon Shippy (also referred to as Senator Shippey/Schipie in the transcript) moved to introduce an RS item, and the motion was later described as a motion by Senator Shippey, seconded by Senator Anthony, to send RS 33451 to print.
Ben Adams — Was invited to present RS 33492.
Ben Adams — Identified himself as Senator from District 12 in Nampa and began presenting RS 33492.
Ben Adams — Said the joint memorial addresses college athletics and the changes in college sports.
Ben Adams — Said the memorial seeks a fair structure for college sports and requested that it be sent back to committee for a formal hearing if printed.
Ben Adams — Asked for a motion on RS 33472.
Ben Adams — Moved to introduce RS 33472.
Ben Adams — Was identified as the second on the motion for RS 33473.
Ben Adams — Senator Ben Adams asked how the bill’s language on intent would be interpreted, noting that intent is difficult to prove, and his question led into an explanation of how intent would be established.
Lori Hartog — Seconded the motion; transcript says 'Senator Dan Hartog,' likely referring to Senator Hartog.
Lori Hartog — Transcript says 'Senator Hart'; the speaker identifies himself as Phil Hart, which does not match the expected member list.
Lori Hartog — Transcript again says 'Senator Hart'; speaker identifies himself as Phil Hart, not in the expected member list.
Lori Hartog — Moved to introduce RS 33484 to print.
Lori Hartog — Moved to introduce RS 33510 to print.
Lori Hartog — Seconded the motion on RS 33510.
Lori Hartog — Seconded the motion to introduce RS 33472.
Lori Hartog — The transcript says 'Senator Denhardtog,' likely Senator Den Hartog, who makes the motion on Senate Bill 1320.
Lori Hartog — Senator Lori Den Hartog introduced herself and presented HCR 28, explaining that the resolution calls on Idahoans to fast and pray on March 1st and reading key language from the measure. She then asked for the committee’s support to send the resolution to the floor. After her presentation, the chair invited questions and later indicated that she was finished.
James Ruchti — Transcript says 'Senator Cook' but the expected member list does not include a Senator Cook; the speaker identifies himself as Kevin Cook, a senator from Legislative District 32.
James Ruchti — Transcript says 'Senator Ruttee'; likely intended to be Senator Ruchti, who seconded the motion.
James Ruchti — The transcript says 'Senator Taves'; the expected member list does not include Taves, so this may be a transcription error or an unlisted member.
James Ruchti — The transcript says 'Senator Taves'; the expected member list does not include Taves, so this is likely an unlisted or misheard member asking a question about the bill.
James Ruchti — Explained that the bill is a step toward stronger voter affidavit safeguards, while acknowledging fraud can still occur if someone is determined.
James Ruchti — Said the added verification creates more hurdles and could deter impersonation at the polls.
James Ruchti — Was asked to clarify the bill’s ID requirement.
James Ruchti — Clarified that the voter must provide the number, not physically present the card.
James Ruchti — Was asked to confirm the example scenario.
James Ruchti — Confirmed the example scenario and then yielded to Secretary McGrane.
James Ruchti — Referenced as having raised concerns about the affidavit process.
James Ruchti — His concerns were cited as part of the reason for the bill’s approach.
James Ruchti — Credited with laying out the bill’s rationale.
James Ruchti — His point about the bill was reinforced.
James Ruchti — His point about the deterrent effect of the process was endorsed.
James Ruchti — Was asked whether he wanted to close and responded that he was good.
James Ruchti — Said he would support the bill and commented more broadly on the value of affidavits.
James Ruchti — Referenced as one of the attorneys on the committee, with appreciation for his legal perspective.
James Ruchti — Asked whether he had changed his mind; he responded that he was waiting to make a motion.
James Ruchti — James Ruchti moved to send Senate Bill 1296 to the floor with a due pass recommendation and then explained his support for the bill. He said it is well written and clearly defines what conduct violates the statute, making it easy to understand what is permitted. He emphasized that the more important reason for supporting the bill is that it protects the First Amendment right to freedom of religion and worship. He distinguished freedom of worship from free speech, noting that worship has broad constitutional protections rooted in the founders’ values, and concluded that the bill should be treated as a separate issue from broader free speech concerns.
Dr. Judy Shelton — Dr. Judy Shelton is introduced as an economics PhD from the University of Utah and a Hoover Institution fellow who was nominated to the Federal Reserve Board. The discussion then explains her proposal to issue U.S. Treasury bonds backed by or tied to gold.
Ben Toews — Seconded the motion to introduce RS 33475.
Kelly Anthon — Transcript says 'Senator Anthony'; likely intended to be Senator Anthon as second on the motion.
Kelly Anthon — Kelly Anthon was recognized to present Senate Bill 1296 and explained that the bill seeks a due pass recommendation to strengthen Idaho’s criminal trespass laws as they apply to churches and houses of worship. He described the bill as a response to disruptive incidents at church services, argued that such conduct is not protected First Amendment activity, and quoted Thomas Jefferson in support of protecting religious worship. He then clarified that the bill further defines trespass in Idaho for these settings, asked for the committee’s support, and later responded to questions by explaining that intent would be straightforward to prove in the kinds of disruptive conduct the bill targets.
Kelly Anthon — The transcript appears to say 'Senator Den Hartog,' which is not in the expected member list; likely a mis-transcription of Senator Den Hartog from prior context, but no member ID is available here.
Mark Harris — Was later recognized to present RS 33484.