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OPINION: Idaho lawmakers should make it easier for citizens to participate during the session

by JASON MERCIER/Mountain States Policy Center
| January 3, 2025 1:00 AM

Ready or not Idaho’s 2025 Legislative Session starts Jan. 6. Many important policies will be considered ranging from education choice to tax reform. There will also likely be a surprise or two. It is of paramount importance for Idahoans to have the ability to be actively involved and heard by their elected officials during this lawmaking process. Unfortunately, it is currently more difficult than it should be for this to occur.

While the Idaho Legislature commendably provides the opportunity for remote testimony, it is needlessly difficult to sign up for committee notifications. I know this from firsthand experience.

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