Governor Brad Little said on Apr. 2 that the Idaho Legislature has passed his “Enduring Idaho” budget plan as the 2026 legislative session ended. In a statement, Little said the state government and lawmakers worked together for months to balance the budget and manage spending in line with what taxpayers can afford.
Little said, “For months, the Idaho Legislature and I worked closely to balance the budget and rightsize spending in line with taxpayers’ means. We stayed focused on what matters most to Idaho’s future — protecting public schools and investments in water and transportation, supporting public safety, and continuing implementation of President Trump’s Talent Strategy through LAUNCH.”
He added that some decisions were difficult but expressed satisfaction that legislators supported his approach. “Some of the budget decisions were not easy, but I am pleased the Legislature stuck to my ENDURING IDAHO plan — a forward-looking, responsible budget that keeps our state on a strong trajectory. Idaho’s economy remains the strongest in the nation, and our actions this session position us to continue that record of success. I appreciate my legislative partners for their hard work and commitment to the people of Idaho,” Little said.
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