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Governor, Idaho
November 3, 2026 · 8 statements · 2026.09.23-913acee2
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Idaho should allow abortion up to the point of fetal viability.
Background
Idaho currently bans abortion at all stages of pregnancy, with narrow exceptions. A ballot initiative this November would allow abortion until fetal viability, usually around 24 weeks, and later in medical emergencies.
Idaho is a state that values the most innocent of all lives – the lives of babies. We should never relent in our efforts to protect the lives of the preborn.
Campaign or official site · Apr 27, 2021 · retrieved Sep 23, 2026
Idaho should require adults covered by Medicaid expansion to work or look for work to keep coverage.
Background
Idaho voters approved Medicaid expansion in 2018, and a 2026 state law adds work requirements for many adults in that group. Adults who do not meet the requirement or qualify for an exemption could lose coverage.
Idaho should keep its tax credit that helps families pay private school tuition.
Background
A 2025 Idaho law created a refundable tax credit of up to several thousand dollars per student for private school and other education costs. Ending it would return that money to the state budget.
Idaho should increase state funding for public school teacher pay and buildings.
Background
Idaho has ranked near the bottom of states in per-student spending, and many districts rely on local levies for buildings. More state money would raise the education budget and could reduce reliance on local property taxes.
Even in a challenging budget year, Idaho's classrooms come first. Our ENDURING IDAHO plan keeps schools whole and ensures classroom funding is protected.
Campaign or official site · Jan 12, 2026 · retrieved Sep 23, 2026
Idaho should keep state agreements that let its officers help carry out federal immigration enforcement.
Background
Since 2025, Idaho State Police, the Department of Correction and several sheriffs have signed 287(g) agreements with federal immigration authorities. These let trained officers perform some immigration duties, such as holding and transporting detainees.
Idaho has a responsibility to uphold the rule of law and protect the people of our state. This agreement gives Idaho another tool to make sure criminal aliens who are subject to federal immigration enforcement are transferred to federal custody when they have completed their Idaho sentences.
Campaign or official site · Sep 2, 2026 · retrieved Sep 23, 2026
Idaho should accept out-of-state spent nuclear fuel to host a federal nuclear research campus.
Background
Idaho is competing to host a federal nuclear lifecycle campus that would bring investment and jobs to the area near Idaho National Laboratory. The deal would require the state to accept shipments of spent fuel and radioactive waste, which a 1995 agreement sought to limit.
Idaho is prepared to continue our tradition of nuclear excellence and build on the foundation that has already made our state great. Nuclear power presents an opportunity for Idaho families to continue receiving affordable, clean energy.
Campaign or official site · Mar 31, 2026 · retrieved Sep 23, 2026
Idaho should allow courts to temporarily remove guns from people found to be a danger to themselves or others.
Background
Idaho has no law of this kind, often called a red flag law. Such a law would let family members or police ask a judge to order a temporary removal of a person's guns.
Idaho should cut its state income tax rate further.
Background
Idaho has lowered its flat income tax rate several times since 2022, to about 5.3 percent. Further cuts would reduce state revenue that funds schools, Medicaid and other programs.