WA House bill raids billions from pension plan while lawmakers also pass record tax hikes
OLYMPIA, WA – The Washington State House has passed a bill that terminates the Law Enforcement Officers’ and Firefighters’ Retirement System Plan 1, creates a new plan, and transfers $4.5 billion out of that plan. The fiscal
Idaho Tax Commission: Refunds Delayed as State Updates Forms Under New Conformity Law
BOISE, ID — The Idaho State Tax Commission is working to update its tax forms and systems after Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 559 into law, bringing Idaho into conformity with several federal tax provisions. According
SCOTUS decisions to be issued this week, what could be released
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Justices on the U.S. Supreme Court announced several days in the next week where they may release decisions in certain cases. The high court said it may announce opinions on Feb. 20, Feb. 23,
Oregon House clears bill to alert school, university communities of immigration activity
SALEM, OR – Oregon public universities and schools would have to promptly notify their communities when federal immigration agents step onto campus under a bill the Oregon House passed Tuesday. Federal policy has long blocked immigration enforcement
Amid concern over cuts, Idaho Gov. Brad Little says setting the budget is the Legislature’s job
BOISE, ID – Idaho Gov. Brad Little told reporters Tuesday he is concerned new legislative budget cuts would hurt the state’s ability to fight wildfires and could jeopardize mental health and treatment courts, but he distanced himself
Former WA AG argues in legal memo proposed income tax is illegal
OLYMPIA, WA – Former Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna has issued a legal memo arguing that a proposed tax on millionaires is unconstitutional, citing the state Constitution and a century’s worth of unanimous court rulings that
Volunteers Needed for 59th Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival in Moscow
MOSCOW, ID— Volunteers are being sought for the 59th Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, set for April 22-25 on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow. According to festival organizers, all U of I students, employees and community
Clearwater Paper to Participate in Bank of America Global Agricultural and Materials Conference
SPOKANE, WA — Clearwater Paper Corporation announced it will participate in the Bank of America 2026 Global Agricultural and Materials Conference on Feb. 25 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. According to the company, President and Chief Executive Officer
Idaho County Sheriff’s Office Honors Deputies, Residents for Life-Saving Actions
GRANGEVILLE, ID – The Idaho County Sheriff’s Office recognized four individuals for acts of bravery and selfless service during a special awards ceremony held at a recent Idaho County Commissioners meeting. Sheriff Doug Ulmer presented the commendations,
Ventura Foods Recalls Peanut Butter Products Distributed to Idaho, Washington
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A voluntary recall has been issued for several single-serve peanut butter and peanut butter-and-jelly products distributed nationwide, including in Idaho and Washington, due to possible foreign material contamination. According to an Enforcement Report, California-based