CRT Sneaks Into Idaho Schools Despite Ban | Ep 61

From the controversial discovery of CRT elements in proposed education standards that bypass legislative bans to the heated debate over Bible reading in schools and school choice funding, this week's Midweek Report examines Idaho's educational battlegrounds while covering crucial updates on hunting regulations, medical freedom, and local government transparency.

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Timestamps
00:00 Intro

00:56 Rewriting History: Idaho's Proposed Education Standards Divide
https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2021/legislation/H0377.pdf
https://idahofreedom.org/idahos-proposed-social-studies-standards-embrace-crt/

03:06 STEM Funds Controversy: Idaho Governor's Actions Questioned
https://idahofreedom.org/is-the-governors-office-funneling-taxpayer-dollars-into-an-anti-school-choice-nonprofit/

04:27 Idaho Lawmakers Divided on Fetal Development Curriculum
https://www.kivitv.com/downtown-boise/senate-bill-proposes-fetal-development-education-in-schools

05:27 Bible Reading Act Sparks Debate in Idaho Legislature
https://www.kivitv.com/news/political/inside-the-statehouse/legislation-aims-to-reinstate-bible-readings-in-idaho-classrooms
https://idahofamily.org/our-school-sponsored-bible-reading-act-is-underway/

07:18 Risch, Crapo Lead Charge to Revitalize American Energy Sector
https://pocatellochubbuckobserver.com/2025/02/10/risch-crapo-daines-introduce-bill-to-unleash-american-energy/

8:30 Idaho Proposes Media Shield Law to Protect Confidential Sources
https://valleylookout.com/2025/02/07/independent-news-outlets-like-boisedev-eastidahonews-see-rise-in-subpoenas-idaho-bill-would-shield-some-confidential-sources/

11:00 Senator Pushes for Broader City Council District Representation
https://boisedev.com/news/2025/02/07/council-districts-25000/

12:27 New Legislation Could Amplify Citizen Voices in Idaho Politics
https://boisedev.com/news/2025/02/13/kuna-legislator-introduced-bill-requiring-remote-access-and-public-comment-at-city-county-meetings/

13:57 Idaho Debates Sabot Ban in Muzzleloader Hunts
https://www.lmtribune.com/outdoors/muzzleloader-bill-back-on-idaho-legislative-agenda-18715846

15:25 Idaho DFG Proposes Elk Hunt Changes
https://www.mtexpress.com/news/recreation/fish-and-game-proposes-reducing-elk-hunts/article_1ca13210-ea51-11ef-bdf0-2b974ca15026.html

16:50 Blaine County Wolf Trapping Ban Upheld Despite Pressure
https://www.mtexpress.com/news/environment/idfg-wolf-trapping-proposal-off-the-table-for-upcoming-season/article_1c1e2f6c-e4db-11ef-a55c-4fea6a6349a2.html

18:29 New Hope for Idaho's Wilderness Rescues Utilizing Satellite Technology
https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/local/satellite-messaging-technology-could-save-lives-idaho-backcountry-search-rescue-teams/277-7192be61-ade3-4324-823d-15325068ec30

19:56 North Idaho College: Best Surgical Tech Program in the State
https://cdapress.com/news/2025/feb/10/north-idaho-college-surgical-technology/

21:09 Idaho Considers A Responsible Choice for Medicaid Changes
https://idahocapitalsun.com/2025/02/11/health-insurance-for-millions-could-vanish-as-states-put-medicaid-expansion-on-chopping-block/

22:40 Medical Mandate Ban Advances in Idaho Senate
https://idahocapitalsun.com/briefs/idaho-senators-send-bill-to-ban-business-medical-intervention-requirements-for-amendments/

23:17 Officer Accuses Caldwell Police Chief of Harassment in Federal Lawsuit
https://boisedev.com/news/2025/02/10/caldwell-police-chief-lawsuit-harassment-feb-10-2025/

23:59 Closing