Season 50
Since 1972, Idaho Reports has delivered in-depth reporting and political analysis to the Gem State, enduring name and format changes and even a global pandemic. Now in its 50th season, the longest-running legislative program in the West continues to turn a spotlight on the statehouse for the 2022 legislative session and brings you statewide stories on the important issues affecting all Idahoans.
This session’s education debates: content standards, insurance, and all-day kindergarten.
K-12 Wishlist | Jan. 21, 2022
It's the first week back, and the lawmakers are already pushing for big income tax cuts.
Talking Taxes | Jan. 14, 2022
The governor is pushing infrastructure investments. Is the legislature on the same page?
On Your Marks | Jan. 7, 2022
Change on the Horizon | Dec. 17, 2021
We speak with experts about opioid settlements and the economic impacts of climate change.
Change on the Horizon | Dec. 17, 2021
The Needle in the Haystack | Dec. 10, 2021
Idaho Fish and Game is trying to stop the spread of chronic wasting disease in Idaho deer.
The Needle in the Haystack | Dec. 10, 2021
Shortages and Surpluses | Dec. 3, 2021
Idaho’s on track to hit a $1.6 billion surplus, and there are a lot of eyes on that money.
Shortages and Surpluses | Dec. 3, 2021
Early childhood education has long been a point of controversy in Idaho.
Holiday Drama | Nov. 26, 2021
188 Days Later | Nov. 19, 2021
The House was back with a lot on their minds, but with some push back from the Senate.
188 Days Later | Nov. 19, 2021
Rapid Sausage Making | Nov. 12, 2021
Lawmakers are ready to return to Boise, but what they will accomplish is anyone’s guess.
Rapid Sausage Making | Nov. 12, 2021
A L.O.T. of Impact | Nov. 5, 2021
A rundown of Tuesday’s election results and whether we can draw any statewide conclusions.
A L.O.T. of Impact | Nov. 5, 2021
50 Years and Counting | Oct. 29, 2021
Mental health care access can be a challenge; even more so with a lack of rural providers.