Analysis: Idahoans rallied against library bill, but the debate is far from over

Gov. Brad Little heard from librarians from Rexburg to Riggins, from Donnelly to Bonners Ferry.

He heard from lawyers. From students and homeschoolers. From teachers past and present — including two of Idaho’s past teachers of the year.

And in the end, Little came down on their side. He vetoed a bill mandating that school and public libraries keep “harmful” materials out of the hands of minors, or risk a $2,500 civil fine.

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