Sue Chew - Idaho State Representative - Boise District 17

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Statement on the Governor's Vetoes

The governor's vetoes yesterday have erased two bills aimed at improving the lives of Idahoans. Why would the governor do this, it's supposed to force the legislature into voting his way. There are better ways to work with the legislature than vetoing bills with strong bipartisan support that are aimed at helping constituents.

Governor Otter vetoed 8 Senate bills, all budget bills, in an effort to increase transportation funding. Governor Otter says he does not have problems with these pieces of legislation, we have received funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and we have $400,000,000 in rainy day funds. Why then does the governor consistently want to raise our taxes during a recession solely for transportation?

Today Governor Otter vetoed the Parents as Teachers Family Support Act, this is another attack on Idaho Education. How much more will education suffer? This bill has huge bipartisan support in both houses and would help the children of Idaho immensely. The governor should allow the business of the state of Idaho to continue.

What's Happening this Session?

Visit with me and Team 17 at our Weekly Office Hours!

When: Tuesdays beginning January 22nd (except forum nights - January 15, February 12, March 12, April 9 - and March 26th) from 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Where: In the Career Counseling Center at Borah High School

We'll also hold several Public Forums, where we'll summarize important information about the session, take questions and provide snacks.

The four forums will be held at 7pm on:

Tuesday, January 15 at the Borah High School Library
Tuesday, February 12 at the Horizon Elementary School Library
Tuesday, March 12 at the South Junior High School Library
Tuesday, April 9 at the Grace Jordan Elementary School Library