Idaho House & Senate Democrats

Under Idaho’s Republican supermajority, more children are losing health insurance while budget decisions make it harder for families to access care.

Republicans’ “family values” don’t mean much if Idaho kids can’t get the health care they need.

The Idaho Legislature left operational funding for public K-12 schools flat for two years, even as schools face higher costs for utilities, insurance, fuel, and supplies.

The result?

School districts are cutting teachers, counselors, and staff as they struggle with rising costs, declining state support, and an outdated funding formula.

Idaho kids need better than this.

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I said then, and I’ll say again now: if the data told a positive story about this voucher program, the Idaho State Tax Commission would be eager to disclose it.

Idaho taxpayers deserve transparency and accountability, especially when $42 million in public funds is being spent on private school voucher tax credits with NO accountability or transparency.

I joined Sen. Melissa Wintrow and Rep. Ilana Rubel in demanding answers from the Idaho State Tax Commission about who is benefiting from this program. We asked straightforward questions:

What are the average income levels of recipients?
Were families already enrolled in private schools?
Are rural communities actually benefiting?

Instead of answers, we were met with silence and distractions.

Taxpayers deserve to know whether these subsidies are helping families who truly need new opportunities or if this is another tax giveaway benefiting Idaho’s wealthiest households, all while Idaho public schools remain last in the nation in per-student funding.

Idahoans deserve honest answers and responsible leadership.

What kind of leadership does Idaho need right now?

Leadership grounded in experience. Leadership that understands people, policy, and the real challenges Idaho families face every day.

That’s exactly what Mary Shea brings to the table.
For decades, Mary has served the Pocatello community as a trial lawyer, educator, advocate, and mother of three.

As a respected attorney focused on family and child protection law, she understands how to thoughtfully analyze legislation, navigate complex issues, and fight for solutions that improve people’s lives.

Her leadership extends beyond the courtroom. Mary has served as both a teacher and department head at Idaho State University, mentored future leaders, and worked alongside the Idaho Bar and community organizations to expand opportunities for others across Idaho.

Recently, Mary was recognized with the inaugural Idaho Women Lawyers “Catalyst for Change” Award - an honor recognizing leaders who break barriers, champion progress, and help shape a stronger future for Idaho.

Mary isn’t interested in political theater; she’s focused on doing the work. She believes Idaho families deserve strong public schools, accessible healthcare and mental health resources, economic stability, and leadership committed to building stronger communities for future generations.

As a mother, educator, and lifelong public servant, Mary Shea understands what’s at stake, and she’s ready to fight for the future Idaho families deserve.

Today, we honor those who gave their lives defending our democracy and freedoms. We remember their sacrifice and recommit to protecting both.

Nate Roberts knows what it means to work hard for Idaho families.

A union electrician, educator, husband, father, and community leader, Nate is running for Idaho House District 29 Seat B to bring compassionate, hardworking, principled leadership back to the Capitol.

Born and raised in Pocatello, Nate has spent more than 36 years working in the skilled trades as a construction electrician and elected union officer. He understands firsthand the challenges working families face because he’s lived them. Alongside his wife of 35 years, Kirsten, Nate has built a life rooted in service, dignity, and community.

During his previous term representing District 29B, Nate fought for stronger public schools, safer workplaces, affordable housing, protection of Idaho’s public lands, and fairer taxes for everyday Idahoans. He stood up against attacks on workers’ rights, opposed efforts to weaken child labor protections, and advocated for investments in education, apprenticeships, and local communities.

Nate is running again because he believes Idaho deserves leadership that listens to working people — not just wealthy insiders and special interests. He’s ready to continue fighting to eliminate the grocery tax, lower the burden of property taxes on families, fully fund public education, protect personal freedoms, and ensure every Idahoan is treated with dignity and respect.

Because, as Nate says, “We all do better, when we all do better.”

After two terms of tenacious advocacy for Idaho’s students in the House, Soñia Galaviz is headed to the general election for Idaho Senate Seat 16 after winning the Democratic Primary!