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Idaho Gov Brad Little

Idaho governor to veto bills curbing his emergency powers

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho Gov. Brad Little says he will veto two bills intended to curb his power to respond to emergencies like the coronavirus pandemic. Little made the announcement Friday, with four former governors also voicing support for…

Idaho House Oks Bill

House OKs Senate changes to bill trimming governor’s powers

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The House on Thursday approved Senate changes to a bill trimming an Idaho governor’s powers during declared emergencies while increasing the Legislature’s power. Lawmakers voted 52-15 to approve two modest changes to the bill made in…