Idaho Capitol Watch
House Business Committee - Feb 23, 2026 - February 23, 2026
House Business Committee discussed HB 703 (licensing procedures), HB 704 (E-Verify mandate, passed 16-2), HB 700 (penalties for hiring illegals), and HB 64
House Business Committee discussed HB 703 (licensing procedures), HB 704 (E-Verify mandate, passed 16-2), HB 700 (penalties for hiring illegals), and HB 645 (portable benefits for contractors). Heated debate on immigration bills with public testimony.
Key topics
- E-Verify Mandate HB704
- Hiring Illegal Immigrants HB700
- Professional Licensing HB703
- Portable Benefits HB645
- Immigration Enforcement
Session highlights
- HB 703 presentation by Rep. Redman on licensing efficiency; do pass motion passes.
- HB 704 E-Verify mandate introduced; heated questions on burdens, dairy impacts.
- HB 704 passes 16-2 after substitute motion fails.
- HB 700 penalties for hiring illegals presented by Rep. Harris; passes.
- HB 645 portable benefits for contractors by Rep. Monks; misclassification debate; passes.
Bills discussed
Duration: 2h 43m ยท 12 participants
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