Idaho lawmakers propose bipartisan housing bill

Idaho state legislators are advancing a housing measure with backing from both parties, part of a broader effort to address housing supply constraints.

First covered Aug 12, 2026 · 3:04 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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Coverage

45d Volts (David Roberts) Another bipartisan housing miracle, this time in Idaho — A conversation with Idaho state Senator Ben Toews and Representative Megan Egbert.

Primary sources

legislature.idaho.gov H0389 (legislature.idaho.gov)

More coverage from around the web

idahodems.org A Message from the Chair: Idaho Democrats Make Affordable Homes a Top Priority | Idaho Democratic Party

sightline.org Idaho’s Big Housing Breakthrough Year | Sightline Institute

tallyidaho.com Idaho's 2026 Legislative Session: What Passed — Tally Idaho | Tally Idaho

legislature.idaho.gov 2026 Legislation – Idaho State Legislature

newsmax.com Idaho Approves Smaller Lots for 'Starter Homes' | Newsmax.com

Discussion

Bluesky: @volts.wtf David Roberts · 45d ago · 110 ♥ Today on Volts: Idaho saw Montana's bipartisan "housing miracle" & wanted one of its own. This past session, its legislature passed a burst of 6 housing-reform bills, legalizing ADUs, small starter homes, single-stair apartment buildings, & more.

Appeared in: 2026-08-13 (#14)

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