Idaho Capitol Watch
Committee on Federalism — 2026-07-23 09:00 - July 23, 2026
Joint Federalism Committee heard presentations on University of Idaho land grant mission, agriculture and natural resources programs, budget impacts, 287(g
Joint Federalism Committee heard presentations on University of Idaho land grant mission, agriculture and natural resources programs, budget impacts, 287(g) immigration enforcement, and domestic sheep-bighorn interactions. Legislators questioned research, funding cuts, and histor
Key topics
- University of Idaho Land Grant Mission
- College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Research
- Federal and State Budget Cuts Impacts
- 287(g) Immigration Enforcement Programs
- Domestic Sheep and Bighorn Sheep Interactions
Session highlights
- University of Idaho presentation on land grant mission, Morrill Act history, and federalism principles begins.
- College of Agriculture programs, research stations, potato breeding, and water resources discussed.
- Budget cuts and $11.5M research funding loss in 2025 addressed with impacts on students and operations.
- College of Natural Resources research, Rinker Rock Creek Ranch, wildland fire, and policy analysis presented.
- Sam Hulse explains voluntary 287(g) programs, local control, costs, liability, and existing ICE cooperation.
Duration: 4h 48m · 7 participants
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