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One of these programs is just like the other
There's a very familiar debate going on at the Idaho state capitol, but consistency doesn't appear to be one of the topics.
Chris Cargill
Mar 7, 20242 min read


Idaho sets a strong example by enhancing charter schools
Idaho's charter school law got even stronger this year when Governor Little signed HB 422 (Accelerated Public Charter School Act) into law.
Jason Mercier
Mar 2, 20242 min read


It’s cruel – and poor policy – to block special needs kids from educational opportunities
The future of the country is eager for change, whether the old-guard education establishment likes it or not.
Chris Cargill
Feb 29, 20243 min read


More than 80% support a Public School Transparency Act
School district budgets can be a maze of numbers and jargon that most citizens cannot easily understand. Even some lawmakers have...
Chris Cargill
Feb 22, 20242 min read


Bringing transparency to the cost of college with a Career Transparency Act
Policymakers may not be able to control all college costs, but they can help inform better career and financial decisions by students.
Chris Cargill
Feb 22, 20243 min read


Focusing education funding on outcomes
The state of Idaho has followed a national trend in increasing the amount of state funding going to K-12 public schools. In fact, over...
Chris Cargill
Feb 14, 20242 min read


New education choice bill introduced in Wyoming
Wyoming lawmakers have introduced a new bill that would bring additional education choice options to the Cowboy State. HB 0166 is a...
Chris Cargill
Feb 13, 20241 min read


Details on the new income tax reduction and school construction proposal for Idaho
A major new tax relief and school facilities funding bill has been proposed in Idaho.
Jason Mercier
Feb 8, 20244 min read


Those opposing education reform are on wrong side of history
The future of the country is eager for change, whether the education establishment likes it or not.
Chris Cargill
Feb 5, 20243 min read


Taxpayers funding teachers unions? In Idaho, it’s all too common
Idaho lawmakers can and should protect taxpayers and level the playing field with several common-sense reforms.
Maxford Nelsen
Feb 2, 20244 min read


Fact checking claims about latest Idaho education choice proposal
Wild claims are being made about what the program would and would not do. Here’s what’s true and false.
Chris Cargill
Jan 30, 20244 min read


There are 187 studies on impact of education choice – and the results are overwhelming
If you had these odds, you’d buy a lottery ticket. This is the week each year that we celebrate education choice. Those across the...
Chris Cargill
Jan 23, 202414 min read


Education choice receives majority support in BSU Idaho Public Policy Survey
A new poll by Boise State University shows public support for increasing education choice options in Idaho.
Jason Mercier
Jan 22, 20242 min read

Public School Transparency Act is a tool citizens, lawmakers need
School district budgets are a maze of numbers and jargon that most citizens cannot understand.
Chris Cargill
Jan 12, 20242 min read


Most education choice options are NOT vouchers, despite claims
I have two boys at home. I’m used to repeatedly hearing something that isn’t true, in hopes that I’ll believe it. So, I guess I shouldn’t...
Chris Cargill
Jan 9, 20242 min read


Governor Little opens Idaho's Legislative Session with State of the State address
Here are some of the notable fiscal pull quotes from Governor Little's address.
Jason Mercier
Jan 8, 20243 min read

Idaho lawmakers introduce exciting "Parental Choice Tax Credit"
If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. Idaho State Representative Wendy Horman and Idaho State Senator Lori Den Hartog announced...
Chris Cargill
Jan 6, 20243 min read


MSPC’s top recommendations for Idaho’s 2024 Legislative Session
Here are MSPC’s top recommendations for lawmakers to consider.
Jason Mercier
Jan 2, 20242 min read


Supermajority requirements for long-term tax obligations are an important protection for taxpayers
There are many good reasons to require a supermajority, even with voter approval, for bonds such as those for schools.
Jason Mercier
Dec 20, 20233 min read


Changes to school bond vote requirements should be tied to the November general election
Ultimately all local tax levies should be moved to the November general election.
Jason Mercier
Dec 15, 20232 min read
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