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In a tight vote, House Bill 314 passed the House, 40 to 30, with both Republicans and Democrats having strong feelings in opposition to the legislation.
The bill's sponsor calls it a matter of safety.
Opponents worry that a bill in the Idaho Legislature restricting drag shows actually jeopardizes all live performance art across the state.
An education savings account proposal died Thursday morning after a narrow — and contentious — House Education Committee vote. Two other ESA proposals were pulled by their sponsors before Thursday’s meeting.
Nationwide, Republicans have attacked these standards as ‘woke ideology.’ Legislation sponsor Rep. Barbara Ehardt said the state needs to protect its industries targeted by ESG reforms.