Idaho Capitol Watch

Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee (JFAC) - Mar 20, 2026 - March 20, 2026

Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee addressed Health & Human Services corrections, Medicaid deadline extension, and heated debates on Student Support FY

Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee addressed Health & Human Services corrections, Medicaid deadline extension, and heated debates on Student Support FY2027 budget cuts to virtual schools and IDLA 13.5M reduction.

Key topics

  • Health and Human Services FTP Correction
  • Medicaid Managed Care Extension HB 345
  • Student Support FY2026 Supplemental
  • Student Support FY2027 Virtual School Cuts
  • IDLA Budget Reduction

Session highlights

  • Health and Human Services FTP technical correction from 9 to 7 positions approved
  • Medicaid HB 345 comprehensive managed care deadline extended to 2027
  • Student Support FY2026 supplemental federal funds approved
  • Heated policy vs. budget authority debate; Co-Chair Tanner frustrated with germane committees
  • Multiple competing motions on Student Support FY2027; virtual school classified staff cuts debated

Bills discussed

Duration: 1h 59m ยท 7 participants

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