In his proposed budget and State of the State address, Little recommended $100 million in tax relief. BOISE, Idaho — This story originally appeared in the Idaho Press. Idaho Gov. Brad Little said states are likely in for some “shocks” from changes in the presidential administration under President Donald Trump.

The provision of the bill related to managed care would affect the entire Medicaid program, not just the expansion population — which includes those in the expanded eligibility category approved by Idaho voters in 2018.

Idaho’s Medicaid expansion program have sparked conflict. On Tuesday, a legislative hearing on a new proposal drew a full house.

The Idaho House passed a bill Monday that will restrict the purchase of junk foods like soda and candy using the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Formerly known as food stamps, SNAP helps families in need provide for their families.

Idaho House lawmakers introduced a revised version of a bill intended to control Medicaid costs.  After an unusually long debate about whether to formally introduce the bill, which would make the bill available online to the public,

Idaho’s Medicaid expansion program could come to an end under a bill passed by House lawmakers Wednesday. To keep the program alive, 11 requirements must be met by July 2026. Those include implementing work requirements, capping the number of participants and limiting their lifetime eligibility.

If 11 Medicaid policy changes aren’t approved in Idaho, Rep. Jordan Redman’s bill would repeal voter-approved Medicaid expansion

BOISE — Idaho lawmakers are considering a new proposal that would dramatically impact the state Medicaid program.