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Idaho’s Fiscal Discipline Pays Off | Boise News
Idaho just closed fiscal year 2026 on a strong financial note, transferring $250 million into the next budget despite tough cuts across state agencies. With a constitution that bans deficits, officials pulled off a balanced budget even as tax cuts squeezed revenue. The governor praised the disciplined choices, saying they protected priorities and built healthy reserves. But the lean times aren’t over—next year’s budgets will be even tighter, with agencies asked to submit minimal requests for 2028. Any extra funds will go toward critical needs: worker pay, transportation, schools, and wildfire…
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