Thursday, March 11, 2021
AP - AP Wire Service
BOISE, Idaho (AP) Legislation to make it illegal to demonstrate at private residences in Idaho was defeated Tuesday in the state House.
The House voted 38-31 to reject the measure that backers said was needed to prevent mobs from intimidating and terrorizing families in their homes. They said demonstrators used the tactic to instill fear and sway officials.
Idaho in the last year has experienced high-profile demonstrations at various officials homes spurred by frustration with restrictions on gatherings or mask-wearing mandates related to the pandemic.
Backers also said allowing the demonstrations would deter people from public service or joining police agencies, as at least one officer s home was targeted. The measure was supported by law enforcement agencies.
Idaho House Approves Bill Letting Some Staff Carry Guns at School
House lawmakers in Idaho have passed a bill that would let some school employees carry concealed firearms without the need for school board permission.
In a 52–18 vote on March 11 approving the measure called House Bill 122 (pdf) lawmakers moved to expand the ability of school staff members to carry weapons on school grounds, which under current law requires a nod from the school board.
While some Idaho school boards already allow staffers to carry, Rep. Chad Christensen, a Republican who sponsored the bill, said it shouldn’t be up to officials to make determinations about constitutional rights.
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Today
Partly cloudy skies during the morning hours will give way to occasional showers in the afternoon. High 58F. Winds W at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 40%..
Tonight
Showers in the evening with some clearing overnight. Low 33F. Winds WNW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60%. Updated: April 4, 2021 @ 2:34 am
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