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NFIB report urges permanency for 20% Small Business Tax Deduction in Idaho

By Gem State Wire | Apr 15, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), a prominent organization advocating for small businesses in the United States, has published a report highlighting the significance of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction for Idaho.

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TSA to enforce REAL ID requirements for air travel starting May 2025

By Gem State Wire | Apr 15, 2025

On May 7, 2025, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will enforce its new regulations requiring all airline passengers aged 18 and older to present a REAL ID-compliant identification at security checkpoints.

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Idaho sees 44 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Utilities industry during 2024

By Gem State Wire | Apr 14, 2025

In 2024, 44 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Utilities industry located in Idaho, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Idaho Transportation Department organizes cleanup event for U.S. Highway 95

By Gem State Wire | Apr 14, 2025

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is inviting community members to join "Operation Clean Sweep," a two-day litter cleanup event along one of North Idaho's busiest corridors.

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Idaho's combined tax revenues down 41.4% from Q2 to Q3 2024

By Gem State Wire | Apr 11, 2025

Idaho collected $1.9 billion in combined tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024.

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Idaho begins maintenance work on Silver Valley bridges next week

By Gem State Wire | Apr 11, 2025

Work will begin next week on three Interstate 90 bridges in the Silver Valley, as part of a routine maintenance project.

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Heyburn Interchange on-ramp closure planned for Sunday night

By Gem State Wire | Apr 11, 2025

The on-ramp to westbound Interstate 84 at the Heyburn Interchange will close for repaving on Sunday night.

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Q3 2024: Idaho's combined tax revenues down 41.4% since Q2 2024

By Gem State Wire | Apr 10, 2025

Idaho collected $1.9 billion in total tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Idaho ranks 23rd among 38 U.S. states for teacher shortages

By Gem State Wire | Apr 10, 2025

As of 2025, Idaho reported 470 teacher vacancies, equating to 16 vacancies per 10,000 students, positioning it 23rd among 38 U.S. states facing teacher shortages, according to the World Population Review.

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Survey finds strong support for permanent small business tax deduction

By Gem State Wire | Apr 8, 2025

A new survey conducted by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) highlights significant support across party lines for small businesses in the United States.

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Idaho sees 1 H-1B petition from employers classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry during 2024

By Gem State Wire | Apr 7, 2025

Employers classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry based in Idaho submitted one H-1B petition during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Idaho Transportation Department seeks public input on SH-69 plans from Kuna to Meridian

By Gem State Wire | Apr 7, 2025

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has initiated an online meeting today regarding State Highway 69, starting from Orchard Avenue in Kuna to Overland Road in Meridian.

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Analysis: Idaho one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Gem State Wire | Apr 6, 2025

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Gem State Wire shows that Idaho is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

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Mega Millions introduces new format and larger prizes starting April 5

By Gem State Wire | Apr 4, 2025

Nationwide updates are being introduced to the Mega Millions game starting this weekend.

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Construction on US-91 in Chubbuck to begin Monday, impacting traffic

By Gem State Wire | Apr 4, 2025

Beginning Monday, the Idaho Transportation Department will commence construction of a traffic island on U.S. Highway 91 at Bullock Street in Chubbuck.

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EDA awards $975,000 in grants for economic development projects in Idaho in 2023

By Gem State Wire | Apr 3, 2025

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued two grants totaling $975,000 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Idaho.

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Idaho ranks 36 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary

By Gem State Wire | Apr 2, 2025

Idaho ranks 36 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $41,179 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

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I-84 nighttime closures scheduled at South Jerome Interchange through mid-April

By Gem State Wire | Apr 2, 2025

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will initiate intermittent nighttime closures on a section of Interstate 84 under the South Jerome Interchange, Exit 168.

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ITD to showcase QPL integration for highway construction materials

By Gem State Wire | Apr 2, 2025

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is set to offer training and guidance on April 8 to suppliers and other stakeholders.

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Idaho sees 21 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry during 2024

By Gem State Wire | Mar 31, 2025

In 2024, 21 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry located in Idaho, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.