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School voucher bill passes Legislature
State Capitol | Feb 20 |
A school voucher bill has passed the Idaho Legislature, it would provide state funding for students outside of public schools.

ESI CEO forced to resign following controversial gesture at company meeting
Meridian | Feb 24 |
The CEO of a significant Idaho construction company was forced to apologize and then resign following his imitation of Elon Musk's salute during the annual "state of the company" corporate meeting.

Idaho senate passes mandatory minimum fine of $300 for marijuana possession
State Capitol | Feb 18 |
A bill that would require a mandatory minimum fine of $300 dollars has passed the house and Senate and is waiting for Governor Little's final consideration. If passed to law, it would go into effect July 1st.

The Greater Idaho movement continues to gain steam
The movement continues to gain steam as an Oregon representative is creating a task force to move the multi-state merger forward.

Pro soccer stadium coming to Expo Idaho
Expo Idaho | Feb 24 |
Boise Pro Soccer has signed lease documents for developing a new soccer stadium at Expo Idaho. The stadium will be the home of a Division One women's team and Division Three men's team.
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"Down the Drain" - An excellent 2022 article explaining the specific mechanics of Quantitative Easing's less popular twin, Quantitative Tightening, and the implications for the economy.
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