Proposed budget cuts may force layoffs at UI 
Personnel expenses might be reduced in FY2027; estimates at 28 full-time positions 

The University of Idaho will need to lay off 28 “essential” full-time faculty and staff to meet new budget requirements in Fiscal Year 2027, according to budget documents published by […]

Bill banning DEI in university classes approved 
SB 1198 aims to make DEI themes optional rather than mandatory

An Idaho anti-DEI bill prohibiting various diversity, equity and inclusion programs in higher education has been signed by Governor Brad Little as of April 4. It was declared an emergency […]

Idaho Legislative Briefing: 4/1-4/4 
In this issue: Education, Housing and Welfare, Immigration and Labor and Employment

I’m bringing you updates from the Idaho Legislature to help you stay informed. Follow along for bill coverage and statuses.  April 4 marked the end of the 2025 Legislative Session. This session featured funding cuts, changes to medical education, DEI bans and even challenges to gay marriage. […]

Idaho Legislative Briefing: 3/25-3/31
In this issue: Education, Free Speech and Media, Immigration, LGBTQ+, Medical

I’m bringing you updates from the Idaho Legislature to help you stay involved. Follow along for bill coverage and statuses. In this issue, we’re covering criminal justice, education, free speech […]

House speaker proposes changes to libel law
If enacted, violators are subject to up to $100,000 in fines and five years in prison

Last month, House Speaker Mike Moyle proposed a bill that would make it a felony to knowingly publish a false statement “with actual malice” about another person.  “Actual malice” is […]