Idaho Capitol Watch

House Chambers - Feb 17, 2026 - February 17, 2026

Idaho House passed HB528 (blood donation), HB521 (fingerprints), HB498 (private counsel), HB522 (drone threats), HB635. Heated debate on HB516 (education c

Idaho House passed HB528 (blood donation), HB521 (fingerprints), HB498 (private counsel), HB522 (drone threats), HB635. Heated debate on HB516 (education cleanup) over parental rights.

Key topics

  • Blood Donation HB528
  • Fingerprint Background Checks HB521
  • Legislative Private Counsel HB498
  • Education Instruction HB516
  • Drone Threats HB522

Session highlights

  • HB528 blood donation bill introduced and passed
  • HB521 fingerprint background checks bill passed
  • HB498 legislative private counsel bill passed unanimously
  • HB516 education cleanup begins with heated debate
  • Rep. Mathias opposes HB516 citing parental rights

Bills discussed

Duration: 50m ยท 8 participants

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