February 10, 2026
A Busy Week at the Capitol, and We’re Just Getting Started
By: ID Senator Tammy Nichols
Things are definitely starting to pick up at the Idaho Legislature, and this week has been a full one.
First, I’m happy to report that we successfully passed the daycare safety bill off the Senate floor. This legislation strengthens protections for children by ensuring individuals convicted of serious sexual offenses are not living next to daycare settings. Protecting kids is not partisan, and I appreciate the strong support this bill received as it moved forward with complete support.
I’m also making a few targeted, technical changes to the Son of Sam law. The intent remains the same: criminals should not be able to profit from the notoriety of their crimes. These adjustments are about tightening language and ensuring the law is enforceable, constitutional, and does exactly what Idahoans expect it to do.
This week, I am introducing several additional pieces of legislation, including:
- Alternative / Lab-Grown Protein Labeling (RS 33266)
This bill focuses on transparency and consumer information. It does not ban lab-grown or alternative proteins, but it ensures Idaho consumers are clearly informed about what they are purchasing and how it is produced. - The ROUS Bill
A common-sense public health measure addressing rats and similar rodents of unusual size. This legislation is aimed at prevention, accountability, and protecting communities from serious health and safety risks. - Veterans Consumer Protection Act
This bill establishes clear guardrails to protect veterans from deceptive or predatory practices when seeking assistance with VA benefit claims, while preserving access to legitimate help and free services. - Idaho Kratom Consumer Protection Act
This legislation targets bad actors in the marketplace while preserving access for responsible adult consumers. It sets quality, labeling, and safety standards without banning the product.
In addition, I have introduced a cloud seeding transparency and accountability bill, which will now be receiving a hearing. This legislation focuses on definitions, reporting, and public transparency so Idahoans can better understand when, where, and how cloud seeding activities are conducted in our state.
As you can tell, the pace at the Capitol is accelerating, and the days are getting busier. That’s typical for this point in the session, and there’s a lot of important work happening right now.
I’ll also be sharing details soon about a few upcoming events around the district and the state that you may want to attend. I hope you’ll check them out and join the conversation.
As always, thank you for staying engaged, informed, and involved. It truly matters.
In Liberty,
Senator Tammy Nichols
District 10
