Idaho Capitol Watch

House Education Committee - Feb 12, 2026 - February 12, 2026

House Education Committee introduced RS 33117 for charter school priorities, held HB 599 on digital curriculum funding to Feb 19, and advanced HB 516 clari

House Education Committee introduced RS 33117 for charter school priorities, held HB 599 on digital curriculum funding to Feb 19, and advanced HB 516 clarifying K-12 restrictions on sexual orientation/gender identity instruction after heated debate.

Key topics

  • Charter Schools Priority for Military and Foster Children
  • Digital Curriculum Funding Needs-Based Allocation
  • K-12 Instruction on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Session highlights

  • Rep. Leavitt introduces RS 33117 for charter school priorities for military/foster children.
  • Motion to introduce RS 33117 passes unanimously.
  • Rep. Raymond presents HB 599 for needs-based digital curriculum funding.
  • Rep. Pickett questions 'need' definition in HB 599.
  • Rep. Pickett moves to hold HB 599 in committee.

Bills discussed

Duration: 44m ยท 18 participants

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