The first round of the budget showdown went to the reformers, with the House passing H457, the maintenance budget for the judicial branch, 38-31-1. That leaves four budgets on the House floor and five more in the Senate, with the replacements passed during Friday’s coup moving through the system as well.
It might seem silly to pay so much attention to a budgetary fight, but it really is a big deal. Our government is growing by leaps and bounds, and this really is an opportunity to constrain that growth and fulfill the promises of fiscal conservatism.
In case you missed it, I appeared on Idaho Signal this week to talk about the budget battles:
American Moment’s weekly podcast is back! This organization works to raise up staffers who will fill positions in the government, which is an under-served area of the conservative movement. This week’s episode is an interview with Alex Velez-Green:
Auron MacIntyre sat down last week with Lafayette Lee, one of the many brilliant anonymous users adding to the discourse on Twitter. They talked about the border crisis, Texas’ response to it, and the state of the American Republic:
Finally, if you’re looking for something to do Friday night, I’d love to see you at the Idaho County Lincoln Day Dinner in Greencreek. Come enjoy a great dinner, bid on some auction items, and be encouraged by me and Megan Wold:
Make sure you’ve bookmarked the Gem State Chronicle and especially the Session Snapshot. I’m working to keep it updated with the most important bills moving through the legislative process. I’ll see you tomorrow at Capitol Clarity and Friday in Greencreek!
About Brian Almon
Brian Almon is the Editor of the Gem State Chronicle. He also serves as Chairman of the District 14 Republican Party and is a trustee of the Eagle Public Library Board. He lives with his wife and five children in Eagle.
