February 22, 2026
This Week in Idaho Legislation: The Bills I’m Advancing
By: ID Senator Tammy Nichols
We have reached the half way point in the Idaho legislature for the 2026 session.
This weekend, I the opportunity to speak at a Liberty Dinner in Pocatello talking about legislation and what’s been going on and coming up! It’s always encouraging to connect with Idahoans in various parts of the state who care deeply about freedom, family, and the future of Idaho. Those conversations strengthen the work we’re doing in Boise.
I don’t go to Boise to manage decline, I go to protect Idaho.
Here’s a quick update on the bills I’m advancing:
✔ Son of Sam Update — Passed Senate
This bill ensures convicted criminals cannot profit from media deals tied to their crimes. Victims should never be re-victimized for someone else’s gain. It now heads to the House.
✔ Daycare Safety Bill — Passed Senate
This closes a loophole by giving permitted and approved daycares the same protections as licensed daycares when it comes to proximity restrictions on convicted pedophiles. Child safety comes first.
✔ Cosmetology Reform — Passed Both Chambers
This workforce reform allows students to test after completing 80% of required hours, maintaining standards while removing unnecessary delays. It now heads to the Governor.
Bills Waiting On Amendments
- Rodent control (“ROUS’s problem”) bill
- Cell-cultivated protein labeling bill
Both are moving forward and expected on the floor soon.
Memorials
- Sugar beet growers and imported sugar
🟢 Coming Up This Week
- Cloud Seeding Transparency Bill
- Direct Blood Donation Bill
- Kratom Consumer Protection Act — keeps pure leaf kratom legal while illegalizing the dangerous artificial compound 7-OH
- Veterans Consumer Protection Bill
- Digital ID Protections — hearing this Friday to ensure physical ID remains primary, especially for voting
You can follow these bills by going here!
Freedom requires vigilance and discipline. I remain committed to advancing policies that protect Idaho families and preserve the values that make our state strong.
Thank you for staying engaged.
In Liberty,
Senator Tammy Nichols
District 10
