“The IJOBs plan is designed to turn unemployment checks into paychecks.  Idaho Democrats see a future of opportunity, economic growth, prosperity, and good jobs.  When those jobs return so will state revenues. When those jobs return we will reduce the need for safety net services. When those jobs return Idaho will be on its way to recovery,”
~Senate Minority Leader Kate Kelly

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IDLC Responds to the State of the State Address

We are here today to talk about Idaho’s future.  First let us acknowledge all the efforts of the public servants who have been doing more with less to respond to Idaho’s budget crisis.  Last year, in a deepening financial crisis, the Governor and many legislators were focused on road while cutting public schools for the first time in Idaho history.  This most recent proposal continues to slash critical services without any long-term strategy for job ...

Latest | Administrator | Tuesday, 9 February 2010

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Idaho Jobs and Opportunity Blueprint (IJOBs) Summary

The number one priority of the Idaho Democratic Legislative Caucus is to restore and retain jobs for the people of Idaho. The Idaho Democratic Legislative Caucus has six strategic proposals aimed at retaining and creating jobs with an emphasis on small business and green jobs. This Idaho Jobs and Opportunity Blueprint (IJOBs) directs Idaho’s efforts towards small businesses, the primary engine of job creation in our economy, by focusing state government on creating jobs, enhancing ...

Latest | Administrator | Tuesday, 9 February 2010

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Legislative Democrats Unveil Visionary Plan

The IJOBs plan includes ideas for improving communications and strengthening projects that support and increase jobs.  It has specific benefits for small business job development, tax incentives for job creation and help for small businesses seeking capital in these times of tight ...

Latest | Administrator | Tuesday, 9 February 2010

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