AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoIdaho Elections: The Idaho State Board of Canvassers certified May 19 primary results after reviewing eight county audits and local canvasses, with turnout at 30.1%. Local Government & Taxes: Boise scaled back its proposed Fiscal Year 2027 property tax increase from 4% to 2.7% after new revenue projections, while the city council work session drew resident pushback. Public Safety: Nampa police held a public meeting on e-bike and e-motorcycle laws, with residents pressing for better education and clearer enforcement. Education Policy: Idaho’s State Board of Education is drafting rules that could restrict how parents spend virtual “supplemental learning funds,” with virtual school leaders warning it may limit options. Courts & Rights: Six transgender Idahoans sued to block the state’s bathroom law before it takes effect July 1. Cybersecurity: A free DHS/FEMA-backed cybersecurity training program is in Twin Falls this week for public sector employees. Energy & Growth: Avista confirmed a large “data center” customer plans to start drawing major power in 2029. Community Projects: Rexburg residents are rallying for a hotel-tax-funded auditorium/recreation district ballot measure.
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