FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY, REDUCING TAXES, AND TRANSPARENCY

Our work is centered around the belief that by promoting private market solutions and decentralization, we will reduce government interference, eliminate burdensome regulations, and curb the expansion of bureaucracy. This approach will enable local communities and economies to thrive, encouraging financial freedom and the development of close-to-community goods and services that meet regional needs. This will also result in lower taxes. Read more about our work to reduce taxes and improve fiscal responsibility and transparency.

HB358 -The purpose of this legislation is to enhance government transparency and accountability in state government by requiring all state agencies to report agreements, including contracts, Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), and Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs), to the State Controller in a standard method. The bill requires clear reporting requirements, ensures the publication of a publicly accessible list of agreements, and mandates annual certification by agencies.
Bill by: Rep. Heather Scott.

HB304 - Delivered $100 million in ongoing property tax relief to homeowners across the state.
Co-sponsored by IFC Members: Rep. Heather Scott, Rep. Kyle Harris, Rep. Joe Alfieri, Rep. Dale Hawkins, and Rep. Elaine Price.

H0040 - This legislation reduces state government's income tax burden, allowing Idahoan's to keep more of their own money. H0040 reduced the flat individual and corporate income tax from 5.695% to 5.3% and expanded income tax exemptions for military pensions.
Co-sponsored by IFC Members: Rep. Rob Beiswenger, Rep. Vito Barbieri, Rep. Elaine Price, Rep. Cornel Rasor, and Rep. Heather Scott.

S1117 - This legislation requires an updated fiscal impact statement for proposed ballot measures that have reached the signature threshold and will appear on the ballot.
Bill By: Rep. Heather Scott.