Idaho Capitol Watch
House State Affairs Committee - Feb 03, 2026 - February 3, 2026
House State Affairs committee debated HCR 25, a resolution calling for an Article V convention to propose a balanced budget amendment. Heated concerns over
House State Affairs committee debated HCR 25, a resolution calling for an Article V convention to propose a balanced budget amendment. Heated concerns over convention risks led to a 9-4 vote to advance to the floor.
Key topics
- HCR 25
- Balanced Budget Amendment
- Article V Convention
- Federal Debt Crisis
- Convention Risks
Session highlights
- Committee approves minutes and begins HCR 25 consideration.
- Rep. Schertz introduces HCR 25 as balanced budget amendment call.
- Rep. Scott questions 'double talk' on convention intent.
- Rep. Church expresses difficulty explaining convention call to constituents.
- Rep. Haws objects to threatening Congress with convention specter.
Bills discussed
15 participants
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