Bill > HJR001

This joint resolution proposes an amendment to the Idaho State Constitution that would modify Section 9 of Article IX, which currently addresses compulsory school attendance. Specifically, the resolution seeks to remove existing language that allows the Legislature to require children between ages six and eighteen to attend public schools, and replace it with a new provision explicitly protecting parents' rights to educate their children without government regulation outside of public schools. If approved by voters at the next general election, this constitutional amendment would prevent the state legislature from mandating school attendance and would establish a broader parental right to choose educational methods without government interference. The resolution directs the Legislative Council to prepare required statements about the proposed amendment and instructs the Secretary of State to publish the amendment and associated arguments as required by law, setting the stage for voters to decide on this significant change to the state's educational governance framework.

Government Affairs

State Affairs Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/HJR001/