June 25, 2026
Idaho Republicans Leave Convention Ready to Lead

By: ID Senator Tammy Nichols
The recent Idaho GOP Convention in Meridian was a strong reminder that the strength of our party comes from the grassroots. Delegates, precinct committeemen, county leaders, volunteers, candidates, and elected officials from across Idaho came together to debate ideas, update the party platform, consider party rules, adopt resolutions, elect new leadership, and prepare for the important work ahead.
At a time when our country is facing serious challenges, it was encouraging to see Idaho Republicans standing firmly for faith, family, freedom, limited government, election integrity, parental rights, and constitutional principles. These are not just campaign slogans. They are the foundation of a free people and a strong republic.
One important part of the convention was the election of the Idaho GOP Executive Committee. Congratulations to Chairwoman Dorothy Moon, 1st Vice Chair Viki Purdy, 2nd Vice Chair Julianne Young, Treasurer Sandra Eaton, and Secretary Carla Mattare. Party leadership matters, and I am grateful for those willing to step forward and serve. As we head toward the general election, it will take strong leadership, organized county and district committees, active precinct committeemen, and committed volunteers to keep Idaho red and advance Republican principles.
The convention was also a time to focus on the serious issues Idahoans will face at the ballot box. One of the most important discussions centered around the proposed abortion ballot initiative. This is not something Republicans can take lightly. We will need to come together, educate our neighbors, and make sure Idaho families understand the serious risks this proposal presents.
As conservatives, we must be clear about what is at stake: protecting innocent life, protecting parental involvement, protecting children, and making sure Idaho does not open the door to policies that allow abortion far beyond what most Idahoans would ever support. Many of us are deeply concerned about language that could weaken safeguards, threaten born-alive protections, remove parents from critical decisions involving their minor children, and potentially be used by activists or courts to stretch “reproductive health care” into areas such as gender transition procedures for minors. Idahoans deserve to know the truth before they vote.
One of the highlights of the convention for me personally was seeing my resolution urging Congress to pass the SAVE America Act pass through the Idaho Republican Convention. This resolution sends a clear message: secure elections matter, citizenship matters, and the voice of lawful American voters must be protected.
The right to vote is one of the most sacred rights of American citizens. It should never be weakened by loose standards, poor safeguards, or policies that undermine confidence in the process. Idaho has worked hard to maintain strong election integrity laws, and we should not be silent while Congress fails to act on federal election security.
I drafted this resolution because states have a responsibility to speak up when Washington, D.C. refuses to lead. The states created the federal government, not the other way around.
You can read all the IDGOP rules, platform, resolutions by going here.
I am grateful to the delegates who supported this resolution and to all who attended the convention. Idaho Republicans are standing for our values, defending our republic, protecting life and families, and reminding Congress that election integrity is not optional.
In Liberty,
Sen. Tammy Nichols























