IFF: Make Statehouse Truly Accessible
At Idaho Freedom Foundation, Wayne Hoffman advocates for the Idaho Legislature to follow Washington's lead in providing the electronic capability for remote testimony: "The last piece of the puzzle of making the Statehouse more accessible should be the addition of remote testimony for people who simply can't make their way to Boise once, let alone multiple times, to exercise their right to advise their legislators on bills. Yes, people can still call and email lawmakers, but urban Idaho has a disproportionate say in legislative affairs just because of proximity. It is important for legislators to be able to hear and see their constituents, to exchange ideas, ask questions, get answers and understand the impact of legislation on real people, real businesses, real communities. That's a flavor that can't be added with an occasional email." Full column here.