Idaho Capitol Watch
House Chambers - Feb 06, 2026 - February 6, 2026
Idaho House debated and narrowly passed HCR 25, a resolution calling for a U.S. constitutional convention on a balanced budget amendment. Heated discussion
Idaho House debated and narrowly passed HCR 25, a resolution calling for a U.S. constitutional convention on a balanced budget amendment. Heated discussion highlighted national debt concerns against fears of a runaway convention. Final vote: 36-34.
Key topics
- HCR 25 Balanced Budget Amendment
- Article V Convention Risks
- National Debt Crisis
- Fiat Currency Critique
- Bill Referrals
Session highlights
- HB 593 referred to Environment and Technology Committee.
- HB 594 referred to Revenue and Taxation Committee.
- Debate on HCR 25 begins with introduction by Gentleman from 9.
- Explanation of HCR 25 as limited Article V call for balanced budget amendment.
- Highlight of $38.5T debt vs. $5.3T revenue.
Bills discussed
4 participants
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