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The Affect Local Bill
Changes to budget rules could affect local projects
Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding budget limitations and exceptions and to revise certain definitions regarding urban renewal financing.
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
This bill would change how cities manage their budgets for urban projects, which could impact community improvements.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
If this bill passes, it might change how much money cities can spend on important projects. It's important to pay attention to how this could affect your community.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill amends existing laws about budget limitations.
- It revises definitions related to urban renewal financing.
- It is currently moving through the Idaho legislature.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- John Gannon (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Dustin Manwaring (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Richard Cheatum (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Dan Garner (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Clay Handy (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Josh Wheeler (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Megan Egbert (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Anne Haws (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
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Sources
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