Idaho Capitol Watch
House Chambers - Feb 02, 2026 - February 2, 2026
House passed HB 493 strengthening penalties for commercial solicitation linked to human trafficking (50-19), with debate on fiscal costs and equality. HB 5
House passed HB 493 strengthening penalties for commercial solicitation linked to human trafficking (50-19), with debate on fiscal costs and equality. HB 514 on student testing flexibility passed unanimously (69-0).
Key topics
- House Bill 493 - Commercial Solicitation and Human Trafficking
- House Bill 514 - Student Testing Flexibility
Session highlights
- Opening prayer, pledge, and journal approval.
- Introduction and debate on HB 493 begins; Rep. Raybould presents bill.
- Debate on HB 493: fiscal concerns raised by Rep. Price; support from Reps. Skaug and Shirts.
- Opposition from Rep. Scott on equal treatment; support from Reps. Rasor and Crane.
- HB 493 passes House 50-19.
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